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
Affordable healthcare open enrollment ends soon
The Affordable Healthcare Act (or Obamacare as it is more commonly known) open enrollment 2020 began on Friday, November 1, 2019 for the roughly 11 million Americans who have health insurance through the Affordable Care Act, and for those thinking of joining them and signing up for individual or family coverage for next year. There’s no longer a federal penalty for going … [Read more...] about Affordable healthcare open enrollment ends soon
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival kicks off Nov. 21 with magical lineup
Kickoff ceremony to feature holiday acts, fireworks and Santa at Pere Marquette Park Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 will illuminate the city during the 21st annual Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival, Nov. 21 – Jan. 1. The six-week celebration begins on Thursday, Nov. 21 with a kickoff ceremony at 6:30 p.m. in Pere Marquette Park, 900 N. Plankinton Ave. Featuring musical numbers, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival kicks off Nov. 21 with magical lineup
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 21, 2019
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