On Saturday, September 28, 2019, the Milwaukee Community Journal hosted a balloon releasing party in honor of their late Account Representative Jimmy V. Johnson at the MCJ offices. Co-workers, family members and friends joined together and released white, black and gold balloons in his memory. Later that day, attendees met at Aria Banquet Hall, 5444 W. Fond Du Lac Ave. to … [Read more...] about Family and friends honor memory of Community Journal’s Jimmy Johnson
Intimate Partner Violence Month: Teen dating violence (Week 3)
October is Intimate Partner Awareness Month (also known as Domestic Violence). This week this column will address a related topic: Teen Dating Violence. Dating violence is widespread with serious longterm and short-term effects. Many teens do not report it because they are afraid to tell friends and family. A 2018 National Survey by the Centers for Disease Control reported … [Read more...] about Intimate Partner Violence Month: Teen dating violence (Week 3)
Milwaukee kids need Milwaukee foster parents
One-third of children in need of foster care in Wisconsin are in Milwaukee. That’s more than 2,000 kids living in Milwaukee who need a home. It’s important to give children in foster care some sense of normalcy, and that includes the opportunity to stay in the neighborhoods they are growing up in, attend the same schools, and not have to move to other counties and make new … [Read more...] about Milwaukee kids need Milwaukee foster parents
Apply for FAFSA—get money for college!
High school seniors should begin the process of applying for financial aid for college now. The first step is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application determines eligibility for grants and loans, and is used by colleges across the country to develop each student’s financial aid package. During October, MPS high schools are promoting … [Read more...] about Apply for FAFSA—get money for college!
Fall student leadership summit convenes
The most important voices in Milwaukee Public Schools are those of our students, and this month, the fall Student Leadership Summit engaged more than 300 students from 31 schools. The gathering of middle and high school students allowed attendees to take part in training and focus groups designed to enable and empower them to lead conversations and gather input from their … [Read more...] about Fall student leadership summit convenes
Ascension Wisconsin celebrates the impact of community churches in promoting infant health
By Karen Stokes On October 9, 2019, Ascension Wisconsin hosted the 9th annual Strong Baby informational luncheon at the St. Joseph Campus, 5000 W. Chambers St., Milwaukee. The luncheon celebrated 32 churches on becoming Strong Baby Sanctuaries, places where pregnant women and their families can learn about available community resources. Participation in church or … [Read more...] about Ascension Wisconsin celebrates the impact of community churches in promoting infant health
Worried about saving for college? Here are the key points to consider
By Alexander Joyce As students head back to college, millions of parents are hoping their younger children someday can do the same. With the high costs of college continuing to rise and many students and families saddled with heavy debt, saving for college has become as important as ever. Many people started savings plans early, while others either could not afford to or … [Read more...] about Worried about saving for college? Here are the key points to consider
King Drive Commons host Gallery Night and Day on Oct. 25th and 26th
A gallery night will be held at King Drive Commons Gallery and Studio of African Diaspora Culture located at 2767 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive on Friday, October 25, 2019, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Saturday October 26, 2019 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. The community is invited to join us in celebration of the exhibit titled God Gave Me A Song. This exhibit and program … [Read more...] about King Drive Commons host Gallery Night and Day on Oct. 25th and 26th
What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Eric Andre: Legalize Everything Tour Wednesday, October 30 7 p.m. Doors • 8 p.m. Show The Riverside Theater 116 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203 Best known as the creator and host of Adult Swim’s hit late night talk show series The Eric Andre Show, Eric Andre continues to rattle the minds of TV censors, celebrity guests and viewers alike. With the help of his … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue October 17, 2019
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue October 17, 2019