Is dentistry a health career? This question and many others were asked on October 17, 2019, at the MPS Health Career Expo hosted at North Division High School. Nearly 500 students had the chance to speak to nurses, emergency personnel, laboratory workers, dental professionals, and more to learn about the wide variety of health care careers available. Seventh- and eighth-grade … [Read more...] about Students explore options at MPS Health Career Expo
Task force of local leaders convenes to identify needs and propose solutions
To support the education and future of every child in Milwaukee, 32 local business, education, nonprofit, and civic leaders have agreed to serve on a task force designed to identify solutions leading to higher achievement for Milwaukee students. Task force members are invested leaders with deep connections to children and youth. The task force will be co-chaired by Peter … [Read more...] about Task force of local leaders convenes to identify needs and propose solutions
Eating too much sugar affects your mental health. Here’s how…
It’s not a new revelation that sugar is bad for our health. High sugar intake leads to high BMI, obesity, a decline in oral hygiene, and diabetes. However, what’s not often discussed is the significant impact of a high sugar diet on mental health. There is conclusive research on the negative impact it can have on mood, comprehension, and the way people view life. More … [Read more...] about Eating too much sugar affects your mental health. Here’s how…
What the #%@%! How swearing actually makes you healthier
Growing up, most of us were told that swearing, cursing or cussin’ (whatever you want to call it) was bad. At least I wasn’t allowed to do it, it was always looked down upon and regarded as something that only bad people do, unless it was my uncle, lol. He used swear words like an art form, LOL. But I digress. Medical researchers actually found that swearing can actually … [Read more...] about What the #%@%! How swearing actually makes you healthier
Remembering the Life of Minnie Jewel Linyear
Minnie Jewel Linyear was born on August 1, 1946 in Americus, GA to the late Mr. Ernest Davis Sr. and Mrs. Sylvia Davis. Minnie graduated from Sumter High School (Americus, GA) in 1964 and earned her bachelor's degree in Sociology at Xavier University (New Orleans, LA) in 1968 and later received a Master of Science in Management at Cardinal Stritch University in 1983 … [Read more...] about Remembering the Life of Minnie Jewel Linyear
What’s Happening in Milwaukee
MSO presents Leslie Odom, Jr.: A Holiday Special Yaniv Dinur, conductor Wednesday, December 11 Show: 7:30 p.m. The Riverside Theater 116 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203 Leslie Odom, Jr., best known as Broadway hit Hamilton’s original Aaron Burr, joins the MSO for a holiday concert with a jazz twist. In this special event, this Grammy and Tony Award-winning vocalist … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 7, 2019
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 7, 2019
North Division High School Alumni Association hosts 2019 Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
On Saturday, October 19, 2019 the North Division High School Alumni Association presented their "7th Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet," at the Hilton Garden Inn, 11600 West Park Place. Every two years the Alumni Association recognizes former North Division High School students, staff, and coaches who helped shape the great athletic legacy of North Division High School. This … [Read more...] about North Division High School Alumni Association hosts 2019 Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
‘Off the Shelf Book Club’ podcast hosts premiere author awards in home town
On Sunday, October 13, 2019, JWM Productions presented the "Off the Shelf Book Club Authors Awards Luncheon," at the Hilton Garden Inn Park Place Convention Center, 11600 W. Park Place. The event is the brainchild or former WNOV "Off the Shelf Book Club" radio show host Jennifer Washington McMurray (inset), a native of Milwaukee, who now hosts the show as a podcast out of … [Read more...] about ‘Off the Shelf Book Club’ podcast hosts premiere author awards in home town
Former Congressman John Conyers dies at 90
Former U.S. Congressman John Conyers, whose 15-year fight to pass legislation that would make Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday a federal holiday, has died. He was 90. The longtime Michigan Democrat represented what is now the state’s 13th Congressional District (which includes parts of western Detroit) for more than 50 years. Conyers resigned in 2017. Conyers was … [Read more...] about Former Congressman John Conyers dies at 90