On December 5, 2018, the Milwaukee Unit of Church Women United (CWU) held its 87th Annual Christmas Tea at Albright United Methodist Church, 5555 W. Capitol Dr., with Thomas Thao serving as the host pastor. The tea was held as a fundraiser to collect toys and funds for more than 10 local not-for-profit agencies, including Boudicca House, Children's Hospital Community Services, … [Read more...] about Church Women United-Milwaukee hosts 87th Annual Christmas Tea to support local organizations in need
Get ready for the MPS Kindergarten Enrollment Fair on February 2, 2019
MPS will host a Kindergarten Enrollment Fair on February 2, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. at Milwaukee High School of the Arts. The Fair will help families explore schools, make choices, and enroll students for fall 2019. Wisconsin law requires children to complete five-year-old kindergarten before entering first grade. All MPS schools that offer kindergarten will be present … [Read more...] about Get ready for the MPS Kindergarten Enrollment Fair on February 2, 2019
MATC Promise application window is open
Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) offers free tuition for new high school graduates who qualify. The MATC Promise program application window is open! Students and families should learn more now so all required items can be submitted by February 1, 2019. MATC Promise will pay the tuition and program course fees for up to 75 credits, after federal and state financial … [Read more...] about MATC Promise application window is open
MPS Requesting Bids for Athletic Facilities Upgrade at Pulaski Stadium
C.D. Smith Requesting BIDs for Wastewater Treatment Plant Regionalization Improvements in Salem Lakes, WI
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 10, 2019
Highlights of 2018: July to December
July: City of Milwaukee and Urban League release official anti-displacement plan, UNCF-Milwaukee hosts annual walk/run for education August: Milwaukee Brewers host African American Heritage Night, Milwaukee Bucks celebrate grand opening of new arena "The Forum", The Passing of the queen of soul, Aretha Franklin September: Milwaukee Exposure & Explorer Project hosts … [Read more...] about Highlights of 2018: July to December
Carolyn Stanford Taylor to be appointed next state superintendent
Governor-elect and State Superintendent Tony Evers announced Thursday, December 27, 2018, his intention to appoint current Assistant State Superintendent Carolyn Stanford Taylor as the next state superintendent following his oath of office on Monday, January 7, 2019. “Carolyn is a dedicated, thoughtful leader, who puts the best interests of kids before all else,” Evers said. … [Read more...] about Carolyn Stanford Taylor to be appointed next state superintendent
A New Year’s resolution: Bible study (Week 1)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th Wikipedia® defines New Year’s Resolution as a tradition in which a person resolves to change an undesired trait or behavior to accomplish a personal goal or otherwise improve their life. If you yearn for a closer relationship with God and you want to tap into and experience the transforming power of God’s Word, … [Read more...] about A New Year’s resolution: Bible study (Week 1)
New York honors Shirley Chisholm, first Black congresswoman in U.S. history, with new statue
The firebrand politician once quipped that she would like to be remembered as a woman who ‘had guts’ This past summer, New York City announced its plans to build a new monument to a woman who has made significant contributions to the city, and asked for the public’s help in choosing a potential subject. After deliberating over a list of 1,812 names, officials have … [Read more...] about New York honors Shirley Chisholm, first Black congresswoman in U.S. history, with new statue