Music The Mixtape Tour Featuring: New Kids on the Block, Tiffany, Salt-N-Pepa, Debbie Gibson, & Naughty by Nature Wed, June 12 • 7:30 PM Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203 It's a blast from the past when your favorite music groups and singers from the 80's & 90's preform their greatest hits live on one stage. Ticket Purchase is … [Read more...] about What’s Happening In Milwaukee
Aging in place: Growing old at home (part 2 of 2)
As we age, we and our loved ones are faced with challenges that can make the most simple of everyday tasks more difficult. But many long to stay in the homes that they have known all their lives. In this half of our two-part series we look at those concerned about staying in our homes as we age as well as where we can look for assistance to do so. Aging in place: Common … [Read more...] about Aging in place: Growing old at home (part 2 of 2)
Six historically Black beaches to visit this summer
By: Angela Dennis When we think of Black history often times vacation destinations are left out of our dialogue. Our past is well documented with stories of slavery, plantations, and oppressive reality; yet little do we hear about how some of our ancestors and those who came before us got to celebrate their lives. As I decided to write this article I was just thinking … [Read more...] about Six historically Black beaches to visit this summer
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 13, 2019
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee welcomes new President and CEO
On Wednesday, May 29, 2019, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee welcomed their new President and CEO, Kathy Thornton-Bias to the country’s largest Boys & Girls Clubs organization. This special welcoming event was held at the United Way Johnson Controls Volunteer Center, 200 W. Pleasant St. “I’m running one of the most important businesses in the city,” said … [Read more...] about Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee welcomes new President and CEO
Rev. James W. Spann II Foundation hosts 18th Annual Scholarship Luncheon
The 18th Annual Reverend James W. Spann II Scholarship Luncheon was held on Saturday, May 25, 2019, at the Four Points Sheraton Milwaukee Airport, 5311 South Howell Ave. Six high school seniors were awarded scholarships to assist with their college education and career plans. The keynote speaker for the event was Milwaukee Public School Superintendent Dr. Keith Posley. The … [Read more...] about Rev. James W. Spann II Foundation hosts 18th Annual Scholarship Luncheon
North Central Service Club honors longtime member, Vera LeBlanc, at annual scholarship luncheon
The North Central Service Club, Inc., held its 44th Annual Scholarship Luncheon on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at the Four Points Sheraton in Brown Deer. Mrs. Vera LeBlanc (top photo, with yellow flowers), a longtime member of North Central Service Club for more than 40 years, was honored by the organization. Mrs. LeBlanc, a retired educator, was surrounded by family members and … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club honors longtime member, Vera LeBlanc, at annual scholarship luncheon
Wisconsin ranked #2 for Black homicide victimization
91 percent of Black homicide victims in Wisconsin were killed with guns Wisconsin has the second-highest Black homicide victimization rate in the nation with a rate of 37.57 per 100,000—nearly twice the national Black homicide victimization rate and more than seven times the overall homicide rate nationwide— according to a new analysis by the Violence Policy Center … [Read more...] about Wisconsin ranked #2 for Black homicide victimization
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele signs resolution declaring racism a public health crisis
On Monday, May 20, 2019, County Executive Chris Abele joined Supervisor Marcelia Nicholson, Supervisor Supreme Moore Omokunde and the Office on African American Affairs (OAAA) to sign a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis. The resolution builds on the county’s efforts to ensure racial equity is part of the public discourse and in the decision making … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele signs resolution declaring racism a public health crisis
Safe parks this summer? There’s an app for that
The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) encourages the public to employ a new safety tool that assists residents in keeping neighborhood parks safe. The MCSO Mobile App is available for download on both Android and iOS cell phones. The app allows residents to share anonymous tips, report criminal activity in our parks, share public safety suggestions and receive public … [Read more...] about Safe parks this summer? There’s an app for that