High school students—use your summer vacation to earn credits Enroll now with your school counselor. This summer, MPS will offer two sessions for learning: June Session from June 3 to 28, and July Session from July 1 to 26. Students can attend one or both sessions. City of Milwaukee residents are eligible. Students in grades K5 to 8 should visit the Summer Academy web page at … [Read more...] about High school summer enrollment is open now
The five best types of exercise for asthma sufferers
Love a good sweat? If you’re one of about 20 million Americans with asthma, this may not be a problem. But for some, vigorous activity like running or playing team sports such as basketball, can cause the airways to become inflamed, narrow and swell, and produce extra mucus, which makes it difficult to breathe. Fortunately for sufferers, having asthma, even exercise- induced … [Read more...] about The five best types of exercise for asthma sufferers
At least 50 percent of people with hepatitis C don’t know they’re infected
Did you know that hepatitis C virus infection and liver cancer are serious health problems that disproportionately affect African Americans? They are. But today, though there is no vaccine, we have prevention and treatment tools to fight this disease. What is hepatitis C? Let me explain first what hepatitis C is. It is a serious liver disease that results from infection … [Read more...] about At least 50 percent of people with hepatitis C don’t know they’re infected
All of Us Research Program kicks off with the General Baptist State Convention of WI, Inc., Friday, April 26, 2019
The General Baptist State Convention of WI, Inc., clergymen and community members kicked off its first All of Us Pop Up Clinic at the Convention’s headquarters located at 220 West Keefe Avenue in Milwaukee. President Reverend Dr. Garry Levy, along with other pastors led by example in signing up as participants in the All of Us Research Program. The All of Us Research Program … [Read more...] about All of Us Research Program kicks off with the General Baptist State Convention of WI, Inc., Friday, April 26, 2019
‘He grew up on it’: Jeremy Jeffress’ food truck, ‘Bread & Butter’ opens May 5 outside Miller Park
Pitchers, in general, don’t want to serve anything up when they’re on the mound, but one Milwaukee Brewers hurler will soon serve up something he hopes you’ll find delicious. Jeremy Jeffress’ bread and butter usually arrives late in games, when the Brewers are hungry for a win. “Brand new truck just arrived. The guy right there, brought to you by Jeremy Jeffress,” said … [Read more...] about ‘He grew up on it’: Jeremy Jeffress’ food truck, ‘Bread & Butter’ opens May 5 outside Miller Park
Tips and tricks for successful senior independent living
Today, successful senior independent living is a more viable option than ever. Contrasting with the antiquated periods in recent history where residents in a retirement community or senior housing community were all treated the same, seniors today have an abundance of choices to pick and choose from as they map their personal blueprint detailing their emotional and physical … [Read more...] about Tips and tricks for successful senior independent living
The Milwaukee Symphony Presents “Unforgettable: 100 Years of Nat and Natalie”
The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Associate Conductor Yaniv Dinur will present “Unforgettable: 100 Years of Nat and Natalie” May 3-5, 2019 in Uihlein Hall at the Marcus Center. The MSO will be joined by guest artists Denzal Sinclaire and Dee Daniels for this tribute to Nat King Cole and Natalie Cole. The performance will include “Mona Lisa,” “Don’t Get … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Symphony Presents “Unforgettable: 100 Years of Nat and Natalie”
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue May 2, 2019
Impact Coalition for Families
The Community Education Outreach Program of Christian Women Perspective Ministries, Inc. Black Woman Heal Day-Milwaukee County kicks off the month of April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month. This event took place Monday, April 1, 2019 at Aurora Sinai Medical Center, 960 N. 12th Street, Rapkin Auditorium, Building A, … [Read more...] about Impact Coalition for Families
Friendship, Inc. hosts semi-annual membership and anniversary banquet
The Friendship Club held its semi-annual anniversary banquet on Saturday, April 20, 2019. The Friendship Club is the first African American operated sobriety club in Milwaukee. The Friendship Club is located on 2245 West Fond Du Lac Ave. and serves hundreds of recovering people and their families in the community. Dr. Shirley Moutry, a retired administrator with the Wisconsin … [Read more...] about Friendship, Inc. hosts semi-annual membership and anniversary banquet