On Wednesday, May 8 through Friday, May 10, 2019, the Wisconsin First Jurisdiction Church of God In Christ Department of Women hosted their annual Women's Conference at Holy Redeemer C.O.G.I.C., 3500 W. Mother Daniels Way. On Thursday, May 9, 2019 was the recognition of the 2019 Ecumenical Honorees; among the many was Minister Peaches Reynolds (pictured above) who was … [Read more...] about WI First Jurisdiction C.O.G.I.C. Department of Women hosts Annual Women’s Conference
MPS seniors learn financial planning
About 25 MPS seniors took part in a new Financial Freedom Summit hosted by the MPS Department of Black and Latino Male Achievement (BLMA) on May 10, 2019. Students toured residential and commercial projects and heard from local business leaders. Young men from Bradley Technical and Trade School, Riverside University High School, South Division High School, and Washington High … [Read more...] about MPS seniors learn financial planning
MPS celebrates School Nurses Day
One day each year does not seem like enough time to celebrate school nurses, so don’t miss this chance – thank a school nurse today! School nurses support education by looking after individual student health needs, supporting families, and offering school-wide programs. A school nurse’s primary purpose is to help students stay healthy and safe so they are ready to learn. … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates School Nurses Day
Five key ways to spring into a healthy lifestyle
By: Priscilla Q. Williams, RN Spring is my favorite season of the year! It’s a time when the flowers bloom, the weather is warmer, and the grass is green and beautiful. Spring is also a time to focus on our health and wellness. This spring I want to share with you five keys ways to spring into a healthy lifestyle. These tips can be used all year long, but the bloom season is … [Read more...] about Five key ways to spring into a healthy lifestyle
Cholesterol busters: Natural treatments for high cholesterol
If you have been to the doctor lately and found out that your cholesterol is not so good, then you definitely need to take action. If the level is not too elevated or you do not have a genetic component, you can try lifestyle modifications before starting medicine. High cholesterol is important because it increases the risk of heart disease. The bad cholesterol, LDL carries … [Read more...] about Cholesterol busters: Natural treatments for high cholesterol
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue May 16, 2019
North Central Service Club, Inc. awards 12 young women at 44th Annual Scholarship Luncheon
On Saturday, May 4, 2019, The North Central Service Club, Inc. (NCSCI) hosted their 44th Annual Scholarship Luncheon at the Four Points by Sheraton-Milwaukee North, 8900 North Kildeer Court. The NCSCI is a community service focused group of local African American women leaders. As part of their community service, NSCCI provides scholarships each year to bright and talented … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club, Inc. awards 12 young women at 44th Annual Scholarship Luncheon
MUL celebrates 100th anniversary with “100 Women for 100 Years”
On Monday, April 29, 2019, in celebration of Milwaukee Urban League's (MUL) 100th anniversary, 100+ women leaders came together for an evening of networking and fun! This special event was sponsored by BMO Harris Bank and took place at the Pfister Hotel. The evening ended with each attendee donating $100 to support the programming efforts of MUL. The event was hosted by MUL … [Read more...] about MUL celebrates 100th anniversary with “100 Women for 100 Years”
Pastors United celebrate 6th anniversary by honoring the Black experience through art and culture
On Saturday, May 4, 2019, Pastors United hosted their Sixth Annual Dinner Gala and Awards Banquet at Abundant Faith Church of Integrity, 7830 West Good Hope Rd. This year the community advocacy group themed their awards gala around "The Black Experience Through Arts and Culture: Past • Present • Future." Their keynote speaker this year was State Representative Kalan Haywood, II … [Read more...] about Pastors United celebrate 6th anniversary by honoring the Black experience through art and culture
Crown history! Miss USA, Miss Teen USA & Miss America are all black women
Remember when you used to watch pageant shows and you’d be rooting for the Black woman to win, but knowing in your gut, that she wouldn’t get it? Over the years, we have seen the shift change with more and more women of color getting the top spot. And now, for the first time ever, three Black women simultaneously hold titles from America’s biggest pageants. Cheslie Kryst, … [Read more...] about Crown history! Miss USA, Miss Teen USA & Miss America are all black women