John Thompson Jr., the first Black basketball head coach to win the NCAA National Championship, died at his Arlington, Virginia, home on Sunday, August 30, 2020, according to his family. He was 78. Thompson had been suffering from multiple health challenges, a family source said. The cause of death is unknown. He was surrounded by family and friends when he passed … [Read more...] about John Thompson Jr., the first Black coach to win the NCAA championship, dies age 78
Commissioner Kowalik will return to Washington D.C. to join renowned health policy organization
Dr. Jeanette Kowalik has been the Commissioner of Health for the City of Milwaukee since September 2018. She returned to her hometown to help the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) during a time of crisis. During her tenure, she was able to stabilize the health department, reorganize and reconnect the city to community, regional and state public health partners, and led … [Read more...] about Commissioner Kowalik will return to Washington D.C. to join renowned health policy organization
Now is NOT the time for photo ops
By Gwen Moore Much was said during the Republican National Convention by Republicans three and a half years ago. But the more I listened to all that talk, all those speeches, I felt like I must be living in a dream because the actions we’ve born witness to and continue to suffer from since Donald J. Trump took office are anything but what was “spoken about” in those … [Read more...] about Now is NOT the time for photo ops
A tactical wartime education
Another atrocity takes place in the USA. An African American male is brutalized in some fashion by the police. This script has gotten old. This time the deed took place in Kenosha, WI. Jacob Blake was shot seven times in the back by police. Do you see a pattern here? How many of these stories have you heard in the last few months? This script was old five hundred years ago. The … [Read more...] about A tactical wartime education
Kids Eat Right Month (Conclusion)
In celebration of Kids Eat Right Month, this entire month you have been encouraged to eat and cook healthier. Encouraging healthier meals does not have to sacrifice taste. The Mayo Clinic published an article outlining 5 tasty ways to tweak recipes for healthier eating. (1) Let’s look at a few: 1. Start fresh and stay positive. Nutrition experts often recommend starting with … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Right Month (Conclusion)
Hone your skills at Milwaukee Recreation’s Youth Sports clinics
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all school-based Fall Youth Sports leagues have been canceled. The decision was made to protect the safety of student-athletes, staff, and spectators. As an alternative, the Milwaukee Recreation Youth Sports Office has created a series of instructional opportunities for students in soccer, volleyball, flag football, tennis, girls’ basketball, … [Read more...] about Hone your skills at Milwaukee Recreation’s Youth Sports clinics
New MPS school year begins with virtual learning
Students started school Tuesday, September 1, 2020, for MPS schools on the traditional calendar. All students will begin virtual learning to start the semester safely from home. Families and students should check for communications from their schools to be sure they are ready for the first day of class. Each child’s teacher or school is the best source of information about … [Read more...] about New MPS school year begins with virtual learning
Tennis star Naomi Osaka joins athlete boycott in protest of Jacob Blake shooting
"As a black woman I feel as though there are much more important matters at hand that need immediate attention rather than watching me play tennis,” she said. Tennis champion Naomi Osaka posted a powerful message in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Osaka wrote she does not plan to play in the semifinals match of the Western & Southern Open … [Read more...] about Tennis star Naomi Osaka joins athlete boycott in protest of Jacob Blake shooting
Help seniors avoid falling this autumn
You might say that a fall motivated Kelly Schroeder to pursue a career working with seniors. Schroeder, the director of clinical services for Community Care, a local nonprofit and expert in long term care, had a grandmother who fell and never truly recovered. As a result, her grandmother found herself dependent for the rest of her life, but it was totally preventable. As … [Read more...] about Help seniors avoid falling this autumn
Colon cancer: why it’s taking more and more Black men and when they should be screened
The entertainment world was in shock this past weekend as the news of actor Chadwick Boseman, who played many iconic characters such as Jackie Robinson, Thurgood Marshall, James Brown, and most notably, Black Panther in the Marvel superhero movies, died of colon cancer at the young age of 43. His death brings to light the discrepancies in the screening of Black men and colon … [Read more...] about Colon cancer: why it’s taking more and more Black men and when they should be screened