Pastor Wright hopes book will inspire others not to give up their faith in health battles In 2011, Pastor Lloyd W. Wright, Sr., a Milwaukee native and Pastor of Healing Grace Baptist Church, celebrated his 50th birthday and as part of a New Year’s resolution to take better care of himself, he underwent a precautionary colonoscopy at the recommendation of his physician. He … [Read more...] about Local pastor who survived multiple bouts of cancer and stroke, releases new book
Milwaukee Urban League and Merrill Lynch host Career Night & Networking event
On Thursday, October 10, 2019, the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and Merrill Lynch-Milwaukee hosted a career night and networking event at the Merrill Lynch offices, 833 E. Michigan St. The event highlighted Merrill Lynch's Financial Advisor Development Program (FADP). Merrill Lynch has a long history of hiring, training, developing and successfully graduating some of the most … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League and Merrill Lynch host Career Night & Networking event
National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences honors local journalists and media personalities
On Sunday, October 13, 2019, The Chicago/Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences hosted the 2019 Silver Circle Honors at the Italian Conference Center, 631, E. Chicago Ave. The event honored local journalists and media personalities who have made a great impact in both journalism and their communities during the past 25 years. The event was … [Read more...] about National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences honors local journalists and media personalities
Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi hosts 2019 Kappa League Kick-off
On Sunday October 13, 2019, the Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity held their 2019 Kappa League Kick-off. The parents and Kappa League members were invited to a social kick-off at Lisa McKay kitchen 944 N. 33rd St. on the Potawatomi Campus. It was well attended and the young men had an opportunity to meet their mentors and learn about the program for the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi hosts 2019 Kappa League Kick-off
Antoine Sr. and Cynthia Reasby mark 25th Wedding Anniversary
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, Antoine Sr. and Cynthia Reasby (left photo) celebrated their silver wedding anniversary at Holy Redeemer Institutional Church of God in Christ, 3500 West Mother Daniels Way. The Reasbys marked 25 years of marriage with a vow renewal and a grand dinner reception afterwards with children and grandchildren, other family, church family and friends. … [Read more...] about Antoine Sr. and Cynthia Reasby mark 25th Wedding Anniversary
Family and friends honor memory of Community Journal’s Jimmy Johnson
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