“I am not here in spite of the struggle; I’m here because of the struggle,” Justice Martin Jenkins said California Gov. Gavin Newsom nominated an openly gay man to the state’s Supreme Court for the first time in California history on Monday, October 5, 2020. Justice Martin Jenkins, a former prosecutor and judge, accepted the nomination at a press conference with … [Read more...] about California Governor nominates first openly Gay Black man to state Supreme Court
On Black inventors PolitiFact needs to double check its facts
In the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, “PolitiFact Wisconsin” 9/9/2020, Eric Litke commented on a statement made by Joe Biden that an African American had invented the light bulb. Litke rated Biden’s statement as mostly false while acknowledging that Lewis Latimer, an African American scientist, had made significant contributions to the development of the light bulb, while giving … [Read more...] about On Black inventors PolitiFact needs to double check its facts
Put On A Smiley Face ☺ (Week 1)
In February, I was asked to appear in a commercial spot as a marketing promo for the Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper on CW18/My24 Milwaukee. Upon arriving at the studio, I received a text from a friend reminding me to be sure to “smile” during the taping. I received advice from several friends as the commercial taping day neared, but this friend’s advice to “smile” stuck with … [Read more...] about Put On A Smiley Face ☺ (Week 1)
Tabernacle Community Baptist Church names first woman senior pastor Rev. Dr. Donna Childs
By Kathy Gaillard Special for the Milwaukee Times Proverbs 22:6 (ESV) tells us to “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.” That counsel was more than a notion for Mother Gleneva and Deacon Martin Childs, Sr. Thanks to their obedience, Rev. Dr. Donna Childs and her siblings are poster children for the merits of not just … [Read more...] about Tabernacle Community Baptist Church names first woman senior pastor Rev. Dr. Donna Childs
The cost of obesity
By: Allegra Balmadier The increasing rate of obesity in the United States is getting lots of attention. Unfortunately, much of the conversation oversimplifies the issue as purely about diet and exercise. In reality, higher body weights stem from a complex combination of reasons still not entirely understood. What is clear is that much of the shift is societal or systemic … [Read more...] about The cost of obesity
Game Day Grub – Build-Your-Own Brat Bar
While you may not be able to enjoy game day with thousands of your closest friends at the stadium this year, that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy tailgate-worthy grub at home with a smaller group of friends and loved ones. Step up your home-gate with an appetizing pre-game lineup featuring customized hot dogs and bratwursts as the main course with other plate-filling … [Read more...] about Game Day Grub – Build-Your-Own Brat Bar
Game Day Grub – Bacon Chipotle Guacamole Recipe
A Tasty Take on a Tailgate Favorite Even at home, game day means good times with friends and family while enjoying moments together watching your favorite teams. A menu full of flavorful favorites takes the experience to another level, and tackling your spread by starting with a tasty dip is a sure way to fire up the crowd. No tailgate or home-gate is complete without fresh … [Read more...] about Game Day Grub – Bacon Chipotle Guacamole Recipe
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue October 8, 2020
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‘Visual Vibes on Villard’ recognizes Milwaukee’s diverse art community
On Saturday, September 26, 2020, Villard Avenue BID #19 and Alderman Ashanti Hamilton (front row, second from left) invited residents to attend "Visual Vibes on Villard - Artist Appreciation," at the North Miilwaukee Art Haus, 5151 N. 35th Street. The event celebrated muralists Ammar Nsoroma, Teresa Sahar, Kevin Soens, Chacho Lopez, Byada Briona, and Chavez Conway who have … [Read more...] about ‘Visual Vibes on Villard’ recognizes Milwaukee’s diverse art community
Gloria Miller celebrates 69th birthday
On Friday, September 25, 2020, St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Special Events Director Gloria Miller (center) celebrated her 69th birthday during St. Ann's Free Refreshment Friday at St. Ann's Bucyrus Campus, 2450 West North Avenue. Sixty-nine of her friends, family, neighbors and co-workers joined her in celebrating her birthday "old school." Music was provided by … [Read more...] about Gloria Miller celebrates 69th birthday