A recurring theme of movies made during World War II is servicemen risking their lives for their platoon buddies, invariably a New Yorker (sometimes Jewish), a Southerner, a Midwesterner, a Californian, someone of Eastern European background, an Italian-American and an Irish-American. In the movie’s standard setup, we learn their motivation: a brother/ friend lost at Pearl … [Read more...] about Spare a special moment for Black veterans
Remembering Shirley Chisholm: the first Black woman to run for U.S. President from the Democratic party
We are standing on the shoulders of giants! With the recent historic win of Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, the first African American, South Asian woman to become Vice President, we think it’s important to honor those who came before us. One of the most important and pivotal Black political figures of our time was Shirley Anita Chisholm. According to the U.S. House … [Read more...] about Remembering Shirley Chisholm: the first Black woman to run for U.S. President from the Democratic party
MASK UP: Protect yourself and others by “Masking Up” properly
By Sandra Millon Underwood PhD, RN, FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee School of Nursing By now we’ve all gotten the message that wearing masks during the coronavirus pandemic is important, but it’s also important to ‘mask up’ correctly so that you are properly protected and you are protecting those around you. While scientists and the medical community continue to learn … [Read more...] about MASK UP: Protect yourself and others by “Masking Up” properly
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 12, 2020
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 12, 2020
Milwaukee 2020 Election Results
In perhaps what has been one of the most chaotic election years ever, due to both COVID-19 and the highly contested presidential race, former Vice President of the United States Joe Biden takes a win in Wisconsin. As for the rest of the country the race for the White House may not be decided for another day or even more as Trump has vowed to fight the results if not in his … [Read more...] about Milwaukee 2020 Election Results
Outreach Community Health Centers hosts ‘Walk-Through Baby Shower’
On Thursday, October 29, 2020, Outreach Community Health Centers' Prenatal Care Coordination (PNCC) hosted a "Walk-Through Baby Shower," for pregnant mothers and those who have recently delivered, at their offices, 210 W. Capitol Drive. Expectant and new moms came through one at a time and with masks to receive free gift bags filled with baby items. The event was … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers hosts ‘Walk-Through Baby Shower’
Paradise Memorial Funeral Home hosts ‘Free Food Distribution Giveaway’
On Saturday, October 31, 2020, Paradise Memorial Funeral and Cremation Services, along with Westside Church and Ionic Consistory #70, hosted a "Free Food Distribution Giveaway." at Paradise Memorial, 7625 W. Appleton Ave. Boxes of free food and gallons of fresh milk were handed out to those who drove up, first come, first served. Pictured are Paradise Memorial President Dr. … [Read more...] about Paradise Memorial Funeral Home hosts ‘Free Food Distribution Giveaway’
Herb Adderley, Green Bay Packers star of the 1960s, passes at 81
Herb Adderley, the Hall of Fame cornerback who played for Coach Vince Lombardi’s Green Bay Packer teams that won five NFL championships in the 1960s, including the first two Super Bowls, and then helped take the Dallas Cowboys to their first Super Bowl victory, died on Friday, October 30, 2020. He was 81. The Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, announced his death. No … [Read more...] about Herb Adderley, Green Bay Packers star of the 1960s, passes at 81
Comcast Corporation promotes Dalila Wilson-Scott to Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer
Comcast Corporation announced on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 it has promoted Dalila Wilson-Scott to Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer of Comcast Corporation, reporting to Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Brian L. Roberts. Effective Friday, October 9, 2020, Ms. Wilson-Scott will oversee all Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion activities for the corporation. … [Read more...] about Comcast Corporation promotes Dalila Wilson-Scott to Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer
Bishop Rance Allen, revered gospel music legend, dies at 71
Bishop Rance Allen, an acclaimed singer and highly influential figure in the modern gospel music genre, died on Saturday, October 31, 2020. He was 71. “While recovering from a medical procedure at Heartland ProMedica (in Sylvania, Ohio), Bishop Rance Allen passed away around 3 a.m. this morning,” said Allen’s wife, Ellen Allen, and his manager, Toby Jackson, in a joint … [Read more...] about Bishop Rance Allen, revered gospel music legend, dies at 71