During a surprise appreciation luncheon on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, Don Utech, president of Ezekiel Community Development Corporation (CDC), received a proclamation from Mayor Tom Barrett, citing the day as Don Utech Day in the city of Milwaukee. Family, friends, community partners, and Ezekiel Board of Directors and staff gathered at St. Francis of Assisi Parish’s dining room … [Read more...] about Celebrating Don Utech Day in Milwaukee
Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates Black History Month with ‘Reverberation’
On Saturday, February 28, 2020, the Northcott Neighborhood House celebrated Black History Month with a musical event, "Reverberation," at 2460 North 6th Street. The theatrical event highlighted Milwaukee's youth through their talent, musicianship and drama performances to spread positivity happening in Milwaukee's urban community. The students featured music by icons like … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates Black History Month with ‘Reverberation’
Communities making a difference – a town hall meeting
The Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is hosting the "Communities Making a Difference" Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St., from 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This free and open event will feature a panel discussion with local and state elected officials as well as local service agencies. There … [Read more...] about Communities making a difference – a town hall meeting
Wisconsin Students and Homeowners Abandoned by GOP
Republicans fail to restore education funding and ensure property tax relief Republican lawmakers on the legislature’s Joint Finance Committee failed Wisconsin students and homeowners by refusing to take action on Governor Evers’ special session that invests millions in rural schools, mental health services and special education. Gov. Evers’ proposal restores funds Republicans … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Students and Homeowners Abandoned by GOP
Spring into a healthy spiritual lifestyle (Week 1)
“…grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” - 2 Peter 3:18 This month’s series is offered to encourage you as we near the season of Spring to spring into a healthy spiritual lifestyle. This week’s topic is the benefits of Bible study. If you yearn for a closer relationship with God by tapping into and experiencing the transforming power of … [Read more...] about Spring into a healthy spiritual lifestyle (Week 1)
Help develop a road map for better bus service at MPS listening sessions
Each day, about 71 percent of MPS’s 76,000 students— about 54,000 riders—take a yellow bus to arrive at school safely and on time. With an ongoing goal to improve the quality of transportation while reducing costs, MPS will host six listening sessions to gather solutions from families and the community. Transportation accounts for $65 million of the district’s $1.2 billion … [Read more...] about Help develop a road map for better bus service at MPS listening sessions
School social workers light the way for students
In a school district of nearly 76,000 students, how does Milwaukee Public Schools ensure that the needs of every child are being met? That important effort belongs to school social workers. Help celebrate National School Social Work Week and show appreciation for the highly skilled men and women who make our students’ lives better every day. Thank you, school social … [Read more...] about School social workers light the way for students
Your complete guide to traveling during the coronavirus outbreak
Traveling anytime soon? It can be a little scary now with the coronavirus going around and see ordinary people wearing masks in the airport. So what do you do to protect yourself while traveling? The World Health Organization issued some recommendations to travelers during this coronavirus outbreak. They say travelers who are sick to delay or avoid travel to affected … [Read more...] about Your complete guide to traveling during the coronavirus outbreak
Families can receive free admission to Betty Brinn Children’s Museum’s Sendik’s Day event on March 14 by shopping for select products at Sendik’s Food Markets
The Betty Brinn Children’s Museum will host Sendik’s Day on Saturday, March 14, with a special admission offer that enables families to access the Museum’s handson, educational exhibits and programs for free when purchasing select products from vendor sponsors Breadsmith, Kemps and Sargento. What: Sendik’s Day is a special admission day, when families can purchase the … [Read more...] about Families can receive free admission to Betty Brinn Children’s Museum’s Sendik’s Day event on March 14 by shopping for select products at Sendik’s Food Markets
Twenty inspiring black women who are making history in 2020 (part 2)
Each March, Women's History Month recognizes the ground-breaking achievements of women and women of color. Kaia Shivers, a liberal studies professor at New York University, helped Insider.com select a list of 20 female innovators and leaders who are making history and setting records. From entertainers to philanthropists, here are black women who will change the world in … [Read more...] about Twenty inspiring black women who are making history in 2020 (part 2)