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September 2nd, 2026

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MUL hosts ’35th Annual Black and White Ball,’ virtually of course

As the saying goes, "The show must go on" and the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) put on quite a show despite a pandemic. The "35th Annual Black and White Ball,' was held on Saturday, November 21, 2020, safely on-line of course. The decision to hold the event virtually this year was an easy one. With a greater need in the community due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the MUL needed to … [Read more...] about MUL hosts ’35th Annual Black and White Ball,’ virtually of course

Ten reasons to pay attention to ACA open enrollment this year

The coronavirus pandemic has dominated the nation’s attention for about nine months. But, there’s another thing many people may want to pay attention to right now, especially with historic job losses: How to maintain health insurance coverage at a time they may need it most. The combination of extraordinary job losses and a historic pandemic are likely to test the … [Read more...] about Ten reasons to pay attention to ACA open enrollment this year

2020 year-in-review and a preview ahead into 2021

What a year 2020 has been! We watched as the coronavirus became a global pandemic. According to the CDC the pandemic has claimed more than 266,000 lives at the time of the submission of this article and continues to disrupt lives in unprecedented ways. While a vaccine is likely to be approved soon, we are not there yet. So, let’s continue to do the 3 W’s: Wear a mask, Wash your … [Read more...] about 2020 year-in-review and a preview ahead into 2021

Putting the ‘Merry’ back into the holidays

By Sandra Millon Underwood PhD, RN, FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee School of Nursing Purchasing that ‘perfect’ gift and decorating and cooking for the holidays can become overwhelming—even in an uneventful year. Added to the stress and pressure of the holidays this year is the coronavirus pandemic. However, if we pause to take a breath, and put things in perspective, … [Read more...] about Putting the ‘Merry’ back into the holidays