MPS high schools will host Freshman Bridge to help new students get prepared for a great freshman year. Attending Freshman Bridge helps students be ready for the first day of class, settle in quickly, and discover the support available in high school. All 9th-graders should attend Freshman Bridge! This is a chance to: • Find your locker and your classrooms • Get your … [Read more...] about Attend Freshman Bridge on August 1 and 2
Top health concerns impacting Black men and screening guidelines
Black men continue to endure far worse health statistics than any other racial group. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), Black men maintain lower life expectancy than Black women, white men, and white women. Similar to all racial groups, the overall life expectancy has increased over the past century, but despite this, Black men are still coming in last place … [Read more...] about Top health concerns impacting Black men and screening guidelines
How payday loans work – biggest dangers and 14 better alternatives (part 1)
Part I: What is the industry and how does it work? According to a survey by Bankrate, roughly 25 percent of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. The money they make just barely covers their day-to-day expenses, with little or nothing left over for emergencies. If you’re in this situation, any unplanned expense – such as a $300 car repair – can cause a financial … [Read more...] about How payday loans work – biggest dangers and 14 better alternatives (part 1)
What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Music Granville B.I.D. 3rd Annual Blues & Jazz Fest June 21 - 23, 2019 Fri. 5-10 p.m. Sat. Noon - 10 p.m. Sun. Noon - 10 p.m. The Granville Connection Lot-8633 W. Brown Deer Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53224 Featuring local and national Jazz and Blues acts over three days. Alexander Zonjic’s 6th Annual Shoreline Jazz Festival Sat., Aug 24 - Sun., Aug 25, Sat. 1 a.m.-1 … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Father Augustus Tolton, the first Black American Roman Catholic priest, is expected to become the first Black American saint
Father Augustus Tolton, the Roman Catholic Church’s first Black priest, who is slated to become the church’s first Black saint, was forced to attend seminary in Rome because no American school would admit him because of his race, despite his intellect, special abilities (he spoke several languages) and his devotion to the church. Tolton, a former slave from Missouri, … [Read more...] about Father Augustus Tolton, the first Black American Roman Catholic priest, is expected to become the first Black American saint
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 20, 2019
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Milwaukee Urban League celebrates 34th Black and White Ball and 100th Anniversary
On Saturday, June 6, 2019, The Milwaukee Urban League hosted its 34th Annual Black & White Ball at The Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. This year's theme, "100 Years Empowering Communities, Changing Lives," marked the 100th anniversary of the MUL. Started in 1985, the Black & White Ball's goal is to promote diversity and celebrate the "coming together" of the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League celebrates 34th Black and White Ball and 100th Anniversary
Milwaukee Brewers honor the Negro Leagues with tribute game and weekend events
On Friday, June 7, 2019, The Milwaukee Brewers hosted a Negro Leagues Tribute Game, presented by Aurora Health Care® at Miller Park when they took on the Pittsburgh Pirates. The team honored the rich history of the Negro Leagues and its profound impact on the game of baseball as we know it today. As part of a special pre-game ceremony, the Brewers recognized John "Blue Moon" … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers honor the Negro Leagues with tribute game and weekend events
Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant celebrates 50 golden years
On Friday, May 31, 2019, the Perkins family, along with close friends, family, community leaders, and many long-time customers celebrated the 50th golden anniversary of Milwaukee's premier soul food institution, Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant. Originally founded in 1969 by Hilda and Willie Perkins, Sr. at 1943 W. Atkinson Ave., the first location became much too small for the … [Read more...] about Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant celebrates 50 golden years
MICAH hosts 31st Annual Celebration
On Thursday, May 23, 2019, Milwaukee Innercity Congregations Allied for Hope (MICAH) hosted their 31st Annual Celebration at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa Ave. The theme for this year's event was, "We Still Have a Dream," and featured keynote speaker Religious Leaders Caucus Chair Rev. Walter Lanier of Progressive Baptist Church. As part of the celebration MICAH … [Read more...] about MICAH hosts 31st Annual Celebration