Milwaukee Public Schools is discussing reopening plans for students come fall. The district released three potential scenarios on Thursday, June 25, 2020. These options come days after the department of public instruction released its report earlier of templates schools could follow. But ultimately - the district has to decide what is best for them. Many concerns were … [Read more...] about MPS discusses reopening plan, includes 3 possible scenarios
Mobile Recreation program opens Monday, July 6
Milwaukee Recreation is rolling out a new drop-in mobile recreation program beginning Monday, July 6, 2020. Mobile recreation vehicles will be visiting playfield sites throughout the city for 20-30 minutes at a time, providing structured play opportunities and exercise components. Children will have the chance to take home the equipment they personally use during these … [Read more...] about Mobile Recreation program opens Monday, July 6
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 (Continued from last week) Has the pandemic exacerbated health disparities for older adults? Every experience in life is influenced by a person's access to resources and, in … [Read more...] about The impact of COVID-19 on older adults (part 1)
Is wearing a face mask bad for your immune system?
Right now, wearing a mask has become necessary during the coronavirus pandemic. Infectious disease experts agree that when combined with social distancing, eye protection, and frequent hand washing, facial coverings can slow the spread of the virus. Now, from made-at-home cloth masks to more rigid N95 masks, people are out and about making facial coverings an everyday … [Read more...] about Is wearing a face mask bad for your immune system?
Second stimulus check for $1,200? $2,000? What the proposals may mean for you
What we know about a second stimulus package and the possibility of another wave of direct payments for Americans. Another coronavirus rescue package to help keep the US economy from plunging even deeper into recession is inching closer to reality, and a second stimulus check could very well be part of it. The question remains: How much of an IRS payment could you … [Read more...] about Second stimulus check for $1,200? $2,000? What the proposals may mean for you
Position Open: Office Coordinator/Media Content Coordinator at Disability Rights Wisconsin
If you have a positive attitude even in time of stress and are able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, DRW has the perfect job for you! DRW is looking for someone who wants to work for a non-profit, possesses the ability to offer reassurance to people in need, impressive time-management skills, amazing attention to detail, and strong multi-taking skills to overcome … [Read more...] about Position Open: Office Coordinator/Media Content Coordinator at Disability Rights Wisconsin
Position Open: Administrative Assistant II at Disability Rights Wisconsin
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II If you have a positive attitude even in time of stress and are able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, DRW has the perfect job for you! DRW is looking for someone who wants to work for a non-profit, possesses the ability to offer reassurance to people in need, impressive time-management skills, amazing attention to detail, and strong … [Read more...] about Position Open: Administrative Assistant II at Disability Rights Wisconsin
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 9, 2020
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 9, 2020
Families of 3 people killed by same Wauwatosa police officer protest, file complaints; Common Council responds with plans for body cameras
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