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
The inheritance
Being Frank By: Frank James Special to the Milwaukee Times When a person passes on to the next world they often leave their belongings to the next of kin. If a person does not leave their belongings to their kin they may leave it to others who may have been close, or to an institution. The act is viewed as an inheritance. In the USA today African Americans are getting … [Read more...] about The inheritance
National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month (Week 2)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th Fruits and vegetables are an important part of one’s daily diet. In preparation for this series, I asked a few children and youth what they thought the difference was between a fruit and a vegetable. I then gave some children examples and they were easily able to distinguish between a fruit and a vegetable, others … [Read more...] about National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month (Week 2)
Mrs. Ethel Lee Ivory celebrates 95th Birthday
By: Veronica Owens Have you ever been in awe of an elder that you just met, even though you felt that you knew them for a very long time? Well, with this one lady, I had this same encounter and what a pleasure it was to meet her. Mrs. Ethel Lee Ivory was born in Corinth, Mississippi, to parents Lenon and Ester Spence. She has 11 siblings and she is the second eldest … [Read more...] about Mrs. Ethel Lee Ivory celebrates 95th Birthday
District valedictorians and salutatorians honored by board
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors honored valedictorians and salutatorians from across the district at its May 30 meeting. Among the invited students were the 11 co-valedictorians from Rufus King IB High School. "These students illustrate what hard work and high achievement looks like,” said MPS Superintendent Dr. Keith Posley. “We are proud to honor them, we extend … [Read more...] about District valedictorians and salutatorians honored by board
Alverno College, Ascension Wisconsin announce letter of intent for strategic alliance
Institutions seek to develop mission-driven workforce, deliver personalized care to all Alverno College and Ascension Wisconsin have signed a letter of intent to establish a strategic alliance to improve the health of the state’s residents, Alverno President Dr. Andrea Lee and Bernie Sherry, Ministry Market Executive for Ascension Wisconsin, announced Tuesday, May 28, … [Read more...] about Alverno College, Ascension Wisconsin announce letter of intent for strategic alliance