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Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosts Walk in the Spirit Recognition Luncheon
On Saturday, October 26, 2019, the Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Alpha Pi Chapter of Milwaukee, WI hosted their twelfth Annual Walk in the Spirit Recognition Luncheon at the Radisson Hotel Milwaukee West, 2303 N. Mayfair Rd., honoring "Outstanding Men Who Walk in the Spirit." The "Walk in the Spirit Luncheon" honors men who work tirelessly and modestly serving others. This event … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosts Walk in the Spirit Recognition Luncheon
Zion Hill MBC hosts 2nd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Luncheon
On Sunday, November 10, 2019, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church hosted their 2nd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Luncheon at the church, 1825 W. Hampton Ave. The luncheon was co-sponsored by the American Legion Post 470 and the Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. The keynote speaker for the event was Dr. Darrell Williams, Administrator of the Division of Emergency Management … [Read more...] about Zion Hill MBC hosts 2nd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Luncheon
Victory Temple Church and MLK Community Center hosts Cut & Tie Job and Health Fair
On Saturday, November 9, 2019, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosted Cut & Tie Job and Health Fair, at the center located at 1531 W. Vliet St. The event was held for underprivileged men in the Milwaukee area and offered mock interviews, resume assistance, free hair cuts and shaves, free ties and housing resources, as well as health insurance information … [Read more...] about Victory Temple Church and MLK Community Center hosts Cut & Tie Job and Health Fair
Five-year-old drumming prodigy lands full band scholarship to Alcorn State, 13 years before his high school graduation
Nicole Jackson, 40 and a mother of three, is taking out loans to help put her 21-year-old daughter through college. But she won't have to do that for her 5-year-old. Jeremiah Travis started beating on ABC blocks as a baby and has been "beating on stuff" ever since, his mother said to the Mississippi Clarion Ledger, part of the USA TODAY Network. Now, the talented snare … [Read more...] about Five-year-old drumming prodigy lands full band scholarship to Alcorn State, 13 years before his high school graduation
The first African American mayor in the history of Montgomery takes office
Alabama's capital city, a hub of the civil rights movement decades ago, recently inaugurated its first African American mayor. Steven Reed was sworn in as Mayor of Montgomery in a ceremony Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the Montgomery Performing Arts Center. Reed, a Montgomery County probate judge, won an October runoff to replace Mayor Todd Strange, who did not run for … [Read more...] about The first African American mayor in the history of Montgomery takes office
League of Martin hosts Annual Masquerade Ball
On Saturday, November 9, 2019, the League of Martin's Masquerade Ball was hosted by TMJ4 News Anchor Shannon Sims and award-winning DJ Tony Neal. The event was well attended and the League of Martin, under President Troy Johnson, gave awards to bring people together and recognize their contributions towards making our city safer. The League of Martin members (pictured) work … [Read more...] about League of Martin hosts Annual Masquerade Ball
Maintaining a thankful heart in the midst of trying times (Week 4)
This month, in recognition of the National Day of Thanksgiving, we have been encouraging our readers to have a thankful heart regardless of their circumstances. This series has been dedicated to two dear friends, identified only as “S & D” who are both dealing with a health crisis involving their husbands. In the conclusion of this series, I want to encourage you in the … [Read more...] about Maintaining a thankful heart in the midst of trying times (Week 4)
UWM coach emphasizes how small details build to big results
By Pat Baldwin Men’s basketball coach University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee We have big goals as a basketball team, but you don’t reach those big goals without first knocking off the little goals, one at a time, day in and day out. The same holds true for any business, organization or group – give yourselves permission to dream big, but leave no stone unturned along the … [Read more...] about UWM coach emphasizes how small details build to big results
Resources guide families through student learning
Family engagement is critical to the success of students. When parents understand what their children are learning and how to reinforce lessons at home, students are more likely to thrive and achieve. To support family involvement, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has created a number of resources including grade-level Parent Guides to reading, writing, and math; A Parent’s … [Read more...] about Resources guide families through student learning