On Monday, April 15, 2019, The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated the 71st anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier during their game against the St. Louis Cardinals. As part of the celebration, players donned jerseys sporting the number 42. The ceremonial first pitch was thrown by Brian Diggs(center), Milwaukee's Jackie Robinson Foundation … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate 71st anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking Major League Baseball’s color barrier
Salvation Army hosts “A Day Just for You” women’s free resource fair
On Saturday, April 13, 2019, The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County hosted a free resource fair for women entitled, "A Day Just for You!" at the Salvation Army branch, 5880 N. 60th Street. The event offered the attendees a chance for escape from their normal routine and included activities, workshops, speakers and a resource fair with a number of local organizations on hand … [Read more...] about Salvation Army hosts “A Day Just for You” women’s free resource fair
Mt. Olive MBC says farewell to Rev. and First Lady Patterson
On Sunday, April 14, 2019, the Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church family gathered together to say good-bye to their Pastor of 22 years, Rev. John K. Patterson (left photo), at Mt. Olive MBC, 5277 N. 36th St. Many church members and members of the community came out to pay their respects to Rev. Patterson, who has spent thirty-four years in ministry proclaiming God's Good … [Read more...] about Mt. Olive MBC says farewell to Rev. and First Lady Patterson
Happy Sweet 16th Birthday Princess Tranaysia Hopkins
On Saturday, March 9, 2019, Tranaysia Hopkins was princess for a day as she celebrated her sweet 16th birthday party at Court Lanes North, 4707 W. Mill Rd. Tranaysia was joined by family and friends who joined her for dinner, cake, presents, a rose presentation, dancing and partying. Tranaysia's father is André Hopkins, and her mother, Tammy Higgins-Hopkins, is a retention … [Read more...] about Happy Sweet 16th Birthday Princess Tranaysia Hopkins
Suspect arrested in Louisiana black church arson cases
The first fire engulfed St. Mary Baptist Church in late March, incinerating nearly everything that stood within the historically black church. Pews turned to ash, and the brick walls burned so hot that they collapsed into piles of smoldering rubble in Port Barre. Then another black church in St. Landry Parish burned, and then another — three in a span of 10 days, sending … [Read more...] about Suspect arrested in Louisiana black church arson cases
Tiger Woods shook up golf at the Masters, it might be just the beginning
Jack Nicklaus was fishing in the Bahamas on Sunday, April 14, 2019, as Tiger Woods resumed circling him in the quest for Nicklaus’s record of 18 major golf championships. But in his news conference after winning the Masters for his 15th major title, Woods didn’t sound exactly bloodthirsty. “I’m sure that I’ll probably think of it going down the road,” Woods said, referring … [Read more...] about Tiger Woods shook up golf at the Masters, it might be just the beginning
Russell Wilson becomes NFL’s highest paid player
Russell Wilson is sticking around with the Seattle Seahawks as the highest paid player in the National Football League (NFL). Wilson posted a video on social media early Tuesday, April 16, 2019, saying, “Seattle, we got a deal,” shortly after agreeing to a $140 million, four-year extension with the Seahawks, his agent Mark Rodgers said. Wilson’s new deal runs through the … [Read more...] about Russell Wilson becomes NFL’s highest paid player
A different kind of Easter egg hunt: Seven ways to seek and celebrate the bright spots in your community
Spring is here, and it's time to fall in love with our hometowns again. Everything is lush and green, Easter is days away, and those who've moved away are coming home to visit loved ones and celebrate the holidays. With family and spring rituals in the spotlight, it's the time of year that people really appreciate their communities the most. But even so, there are plenty of … [Read more...] about A different kind of Easter egg hunt: Seven ways to seek and celebrate the bright spots in your community
Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 3)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th “He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: ‘The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.’” - Luke 24:6-7 This Week’s Meditation: Jesus Is Risen! Luke 24:1-12 Jesus died in Jerusalem when … [Read more...] about Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 3)
MPS students promote peace through United Nations world fair
Students from 13 MPS schools took charge of the UWM Panther Arena on April 11 to share their knowledge of countries across the globe. Student displays included photos, maps, and important facts about each country and culture. Projects dug deep to explore the strengths and challenges of each nation and the role each country plays in its region or continent. The world fair was … [Read more...] about MPS students promote peace through United Nations world fair