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Wisconsin Black women who have shaped Women’s Rights
Celebrating 100 years of women's right to vote, and honoring the local women of color who fight for equality August 18, 2020 marked the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women's constitutional right to vote. This historic centennial offers an unparalleled opportunity to commemorate a milestone of democracy and to explore its … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black women who have shaped Women’s Rights
Anthem hosts Back-to-School Drive-Thru event
On Saturday, August 22, 2020, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicaid partnered with Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy to provide book bags, school supplies and produce to students and their families as part of the "Back-to-School Drive-Thru," at the Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy, 4030 N. 29th Street. On hand were Anthem members, staff of Pete's Fruit Market and retired … [Read more...] about Anthem hosts Back-to-School Drive-Thru event
A struggle waged alone: Black women and the right to vote
Literacy tests and poll taxes are typically no longer employed to deny African Americans the right to vote. But 100 years after its ratification on August 18, 1920, when the 19th Amendment nominally gave all women the right to vote, the reality is that African American women are frequently still victims of various voter suppression tactics, including gerrymandering, overly … [Read more...] about A struggle waged alone: Black women and the right to vote
Fellowship Open Weekend a rousing success, despite pandemic
Despite the inability to gather by the hundreds and tee-off together at Silver Spring Country Club in Menomonee Falls, the traditional Fellowship Open weekend was a rousing success – virtually and live. While maintaining social- distancing and all established health and safety protocols, two events highlighted the traditional weekend in August filled with recognition and … [Read more...] about Fellowship Open Weekend a rousing success, despite pandemic
Kids Eat Right Month (Week 4)
This month, this column has been encouraging healthier eating for children and their families in celebration of Kids Eat Right Month. This week, let’s turn our attention to snacks. Snacks don’t have to be dull and boring. The Mayo Clinic offers the following 10 child-friendly tips to healthy snacks for kids1: 1. Keep junk food out of the house. Your child won’t clamor as … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Right Month (Week 4)
The NBA to the rescue
COVID-19 has paralyzed the world. Many countries have issued lockdown orders and forced citizens to stay in their homes. In the USA the lockdowns have crippled businesses across the country. COVID-based restrictions has forced many school districts to adopt virtual learning platforms. The NBA has come to the rescue just when it seemed the wheels were falling off of the wagon … [Read more...] about The NBA to the rescue
First Black-owned Wauwatosa home receives historical designation
Zeddie Hyler (right) had to overcome many obstacles in 1955 before becoming the first African American homeowner in Wauwatosa. The list of obstacles he successfully overcame included angry neighbors, vandalism and arson. Even before beginning to build, Hyler had to enlist a white friend to purchase the property in his name before Hyler could begin construction. The persistence … [Read more...] about First Black-owned Wauwatosa home receives historical designation
Remembering the life of Dorothy J. Fisher
Fondly called Dothee, Dottie, Dot and Dorothea by family and friends, Dorothy Jean Toombs was born in Ripley, Tennessee, on July 27, 1950. She was the second eldest of eleven children born to James and Louise (Mann) Toombs, both natives of Tennessee. Dorothy migrated as a small child with her family to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where the family would settle and reside for … [Read more...] about Remembering the life of Dorothy J. Fisher
Prisons and the pandemic: an untold tragedy
As we struggle to reset and find a “new normal” in the midst of a pandemic, we have mainly been focusing on our personal challenges. Yes, we know about what is happening in the nursing homes but, again, that quest is personal as many of us have loved ones who reside in nursing homes. But what about the prisoners? They are a large population living in confined spaces. That is … [Read more...] about Prisons and the pandemic: an untold tragedy