The year was 1969 and Hilda and Willie Perkins, Sr.'s dream to open a restaurant came true. The north side establishment at 1943 W. Atkinson Avenue, their first location, very quickly became too small, to accommodate the already loyal customer base. So, they moved a short distance away to the current location at 2001 W. Atkinson Avenue. A milestone of this magnitude … [Read more...] about Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant celebrates golden anniversary
You can’t win like that
“I can’t do a lot of the extra stuff that I would like to do for my kids or with my kids because I just can’t afford to. No vacations. There’s not too much going to the movies or little outings. Even getting school uniforms together is expensive. Sometimes they have to wear stuff from last year. I have a lot of guilt because I can’t provide for them the way that I want … [Read more...] about You can’t win like that
Is equality good for everyone?
Being Frank By: Frank James Special to the Milwaukee Times I was at a meeting and saw an African American woman wearing a shirt that said 'equality' across the front. At first I didn’t pay the shirt any mind. As the meeting went on the shirt drew my attention. The woman was presenting, and the word was emblazoned on the front of the shirt. I deduced the shirt was a … [Read more...] about Is equality good for everyone?
National “Get Caught Reading” Month (Week 3)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th “There are many little ways to enlarge your child’s world. Love of books is the best of all.” - Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis In a few weeks, most students will take a summer break from school. If you are thinking about how to keep your children and youth groups reading over the summer months, consider starting a … [Read more...] about National “Get Caught Reading” Month (Week 3)
WI First Jurisdiction C.O.G.I.C. Department of Women hosts Annual Women’s Conference
On Wednesday, May 8 through Friday, May 10, 2019, the Wisconsin First Jurisdiction Church of God In Christ Department of Women hosted their annual Women's Conference at Holy Redeemer C.O.G.I.C., 3500 W. Mother Daniels Way. On Thursday, May 9, 2019 was the recognition of the 2019 Ecumenical Honorees; among the many was Minister Peaches Reynolds (pictured above) who was … [Read more...] about WI First Jurisdiction C.O.G.I.C. Department of Women hosts Annual Women’s Conference
MPS seniors learn financial planning
About 25 MPS seniors took part in a new Financial Freedom Summit hosted by the MPS Department of Black and Latino Male Achievement (BLMA) on May 10, 2019. Students toured residential and commercial projects and heard from local business leaders. Young men from Bradley Technical and Trade School, Riverside University High School, South Division High School, and Washington High … [Read more...] about MPS seniors learn financial planning
MPS celebrates School Nurses Day
One day each year does not seem like enough time to celebrate school nurses, so don’t miss this chance – thank a school nurse today! School nurses support education by looking after individual student health needs, supporting families, and offering school-wide programs. A school nurse’s primary purpose is to help students stay healthy and safe so they are ready to learn. … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates School Nurses Day
Five key ways to spring into a healthy lifestyle
By: Priscilla Q. Williams, RN Spring is my favorite season of the year! It’s a time when the flowers bloom, the weather is warmer, and the grass is green and beautiful. Spring is also a time to focus on our health and wellness. This spring I want to share with you five keys ways to spring into a healthy lifestyle. These tips can be used all year long, but the bloom season is … [Read more...] about Five key ways to spring into a healthy lifestyle
Cholesterol busters: Natural treatments for high cholesterol
If you have been to the doctor lately and found out that your cholesterol is not so good, then you definitely need to take action. If the level is not too elevated or you do not have a genetic component, you can try lifestyle modifications before starting medicine. High cholesterol is important because it increases the risk of heart disease. The bad cholesterol, LDL carries … [Read more...] about Cholesterol busters: Natural treatments for high cholesterol
