All over Wauwatosa on Thursday, June 18, 2020, calls for justice could be heard as the families of three people -- all of whom were killed by the same Wauwatosa police officer -- filed citizen complaints. Four years after Jay Anderson Jr.'s death, his family filed a citizen complaint against the officer who killed him. Police Officer Joseph Mensah has killed three people in … [Read more...] about Families of 3 people killed by same Wauwatosa police officer protest, file complaints; Common Council responds with plans for body cameras
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts Juneteenth Day “Conquer COVID-19” giveaway event
On Friday, June 19, 2020, the Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) hosted a special event to celebrate Juneteenth Day. As regular Juneteenth Day events were canceled due to coronavirus (COVID-19), MHSI decided to host a "Conquer COVID-19 Safety Kit Giveaway," at their MLK Heritage Health Center, 2555 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. The kit contained a mask. gloves, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts Juneteenth Day “Conquer COVID-19” giveaway event
NC Speedway owner loses staff, ‘all but 2’ sponsors after post about ‘Bubba Rope’
The owner of a North Carolina racetrack said he has faced death threats, lost employees and seen "all but two" of his sponsors evaporate amid the backlash over his social media post involving the noose found in the garage stall of Black NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace. Mike Fulp, who owns the half-mile, dirt track 311 Speedway in Stokes County, told the News & Record he knew … [Read more...] about NC Speedway owner loses staff, ‘all but 2’ sponsors after post about ‘Bubba Rope’
Netflix CEO Reed Hastings donates $120-million to support Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Netflix CEO Reed Hastings and his wife, Patty Quillin, announced Wednesday, June 17, 2020, that they have given $120 million toward scholarships at historically Black colleges and universities — the largest individual donation to the institutions to date. Spelman College, Morehouse College and the United Negro College Fund each received $40 million. The two colleges, … [Read more...] about Netflix CEO Reed Hastings donates $120-million to support Historically Black Colleges and Universities
The parables of Jesus modernized for a contemporary audience (Conclusion)
The parables spoken by Jesus were all relatable to Jesus’ audience. Jesus often took an everyday, common subject to explain a deeper and valuable moral lesson to His hearers and followers. This month, my goal has been to take a parable of Jesus and recreate a modern scenario using the interpretive elements in the parable to speak to my contemporary audience. These modern … [Read more...] about The parables of Jesus modernized for a contemporary audience (Conclusion)
Beat the heat: Eight summer safety tips for seniors
Cookouts. Festivals. Gardening. Parades. Summer is a wonderful time for outdoor fun and enjoyment, but for seniors, the heat and sun that come with the season can be dangerous if certain precautions aren’t taken. In fact, a recent University of Chicago Medical Center study found that 40 percent of heat-related fatalities in the U.S. were among people over 65. Here are eight … [Read more...] about Beat the heat: Eight summer safety tips for seniors
The impact of COVID-19 on older adults (part 1)
COVID-19 poses a risk not only to the health of older adults who contract the disease but also to those without the health care resources and social structures that contribute to overall wellness Before becoming a professor, Sarah Szanton made house calls to older adults as a nurse practitioner. On her visits, she saw how an older person's home environment can contribute to … [Read more...] about The impact of COVID-19 on older adults (part 1)
In Loving Memory Of Sandra Campbell Scott
Sandra Campbell Scott was born on September 11, 1954 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was born to Alfredia Scott and Freddie Jones, with a loving father, Frank James Campbell, who raised her from birth. She was preceded in death by her dad, Freddie Jones, siblings Mary Jane (died at birth), Arjean Campbell, Alfred Holiman, Gloria Jones and Brian Jones. Sandra grew up in Wyatt, … [Read more...] about In Loving Memory Of Sandra Campbell Scott
Community Care’s Adult Day Center helps seniors maintain healthy life
Paulette Butler looks forward to the days she spends at Community Care’s Vliet Street adult day center. The people are nice. The food is good. While her favorite activity is art, she really looks forward to the time she spends exercising. This is just one of the many ways with which Community Care engages members enrolled in a one-of-a kind program in Wisconsin. The Program … [Read more...] about Community Care’s Adult Day Center helps seniors maintain healthy life
Safe and fun summer activities in the age of the coronavirus pandemic
By Karen Stokes After being quarantined for months, the sun, blue skies and warm temperatures are calling us outdoors. However, the coronavirus is still a threat and there are concerns on how to safely engage in activities this summer. “Safer at Home” has given time for scientists to better understand how the virus spreads. While they’re still learning, they now have some … [Read more...] about Safe and fun summer activities in the age of the coronavirus pandemic