Grants will preserve historic structures on HBCU campuses in 12 states The National Park Service (NPS) announced on Friday, April 24, 2020, $7.7 million in grants to 18 projects in 12 states for the preservation of historic structures on campuses of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Since the 1990s, the National Park Service has awarded more than $60 … [Read more...] about National Park Service awards $7.7 million in grants to historically Black colleges and universities
Pastor Jamal Bryant pens open letter on Black churches’ roles during a pandemic
Outspoken Atlanta mega-church leader Pastor Jamal Bryant of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church pens open letter discussing the Black churches' role during the COVID-19 pandemic Pastor Jamal Bryant, senior pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, recently penned an open letter discussing the role of the Black church during the COVID-19 pandemic and the steps that he … [Read more...] about Pastor Jamal Bryant pens open letter on Black churches’ roles during a pandemic
The mask’s role after COVID 19
The USA has been on lockdown for the past few months. The country has been in the grip of the COVID 19 pandemic. Businesses have been required to close along with schools and public parks. Social distancing has become the norm in the USA. Many states are planning on opening up in May or June. This means people will be able to get out of the house for more than grocery shopping … [Read more...] about The mask’s role after COVID 19
The blended family (Week 4)
Merriam-Webster defines “step-family” as a family in which there is a step-parent, a mother or father who is a step-mother or step-father. This week’s article will address 7 challenges to creating family as well as share the 5 communication strengths in healthy families. The National Step-family Resource Center published an article titled: Quick Steps: Information to Help … [Read more...] about The blended family (Week 4)
MPS Foundation supports students; donors include Khris Middleton and Zilber Fund
The MPS Foundation is pleased to announce that more than $60,000 has been raised to support MPS students and families during school closures. Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Khris Middleton has donated $25,000 and his gift will be fully matched by the Joseph and Vera Zilber Family Trust Fund, through the Greater Milwaukee Foundation. Together, the two gifts will provide nearly 2,500 … [Read more...] about MPS Foundation supports students; donors include Khris Middleton and Zilber Fund
MPS adds five sites to expand distribution of meals and learning materials
To ensure more students and families are supported during the extended Safer at Home order, the district is adding five new locations that will offer packaged breakfasts and lunches and printed learning materials for students. Starting Monday, April 27, 2020, Metcalfe School will join 20 other MPS Stop, Grab, and Go sites Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 … [Read more...] about MPS adds five sites to expand distribution of meals and learning materials
Common vaccines and who should not get vaccinated (full list)
Let’s be real, most of us remember getting a shot for chickenpox, measles or something like that when we were younger. It was usually told to us that the shot would prevent us from getting the disease and it was better for our overall health. But as we’ve grown older, and learned more about vaccines and the history surrounding them, many are a little suspicious of getting any … [Read more...] about Common vaccines and who should not get vaccinated (full list)
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue April 30, 2020
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Coronavirus and the new American economy (part 2)
By Solomon Ali CEO of NDR Energy Group and Revolutionary Concepts Part 2: How we brace for financial impact and minimize the fallout • Communicate with your creditors and debtors Explain where your company is at, discuss options and re-negotiate terms if you can. Inquire about extensions on payment terms, request waivers of late fees and penalties. The good news … [Read more...] about Coronavirus and the new American economy (part 2)
Gov. Evers announces Badger Bounce Back plan to reopen Wisconsin’s economy
Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday, April 20, 2020 the Badger Bounce Back plan to share guidance on the criteria that must be met before the state’s economy can safely reopen. “As we’ve learned over the past month, in the most difficult of circumstances, Wisconsinites will rise to the occasion, helping each other and working together to do what’s best for our families, our … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers announces Badger Bounce Back plan to reopen Wisconsin’s economy