“Man, who are you writing these articles for? People are happy and African Americans don’t want to hear what you are talking about.” This question and statement has been put to me several times over the past decades or so in some form or fashion. This usually happens after someone has read an article or when I did the television show Being Frank with Frank after watching the … [Read more...] about Why I write
Spring into a healthy physical lifestyle
On March 20, 2020, the season of Spring arrives. In baseball, Spring signals a time for preparation. Spring is also the season when the flower buds bloom, leaf buds appear on trees, animals who have been hibernating, awake, and gardeners begin planting their seeds as the temperature slowly warms. During Spring, everything is fresh and a time to start anew! One of the best ways … [Read more...] about Spring into a healthy physical lifestyle
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School presents 25th Annual African American Male and Female Teach-In
On Friday, February 21, 2020, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School hosted their annual celebration of "25+ Years of African American Male and Female Teach-In," at the school, 3256 N. 3rd Street. This year's program was called,"It Still Takes a Village," and spoke to the need of the Milwaukee community and this nation to begin nurturing a generation of youth to be prepared for … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School presents 25th Annual African American Male and Female Teach-In
‘Disney’s The Lion King’ cast members to host wellness workshop for MPS students
On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, Sean Aaron Carmon (right photo, right), cast member from "Disney's The Lion King" visited Milwaukee Public Schools' Engleburg Public School, 5100 N. 91st Street. The visit was part of "The Lion King's Get Up and Go Workshop," which promotes fun ways that kids can lead healthier lifestyles though dance, inspired by the show's Tony Award-winning … [Read more...] about ‘Disney’s The Lion King’ cast members to host wellness workshop for MPS students
Twenty inspiring black women who are making history in 2020 (part 1)
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 … [Read more...] about Twenty inspiring black women who are making history in 2020 (part 1)
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 5, 2020
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Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 27, 2020 – Black Excellence Awards
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Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
On Saturday, February 15, 2020, Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative, and The Social Development Commission hosted the 17th Annual Daddy/ Daughter Dance at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St. This year's dance hosted more than 1,000 fathers with their daughters, dressed in their best attire. The evening began with a dinner, followed by the dance … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
Milwaukee Urban League Guild share the love of reading with Auer Ave. students
On Friday, February 14, 2020, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and the Milwaukee Urban League Guild (MULG) launched a brand new community services initiative called, "If You Love Me, Let Me Read to You!" The program was spearheaded by MUL President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall (center), and launched at Auer Avenue School, 2319 W. Auer Ave., with the help of Auer Ave. school … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League Guild share the love of reading with Auer Ave. students
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosts ‘Pink Goes Red for Heart Health’
On Friday, February 7, 2020, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority Inc./Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter honored national "Wear Red Day" and kept their hearts healthy by hosting an evening of line dancing, "Pink Goes Red for Heart Health." Members of the sorority and the community got their heart rates up in an effort to live healthy life styles. This event was free and open … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosts ‘Pink Goes Red for Heart Health’