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August 31st, 2026

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CAPITA Productions hosts 3rd annual ‘We Are The Drum’ awards and scholarship brunch

On Saturday, May 3, 2025, City at Peace in the Arts (CAPITA) Productions hosted its 3rd annual "We Are The Drum" awards and scholarship brunch." This event is an extension of its annual stage production, “We Are The Drum.” Earl Ingram, a board member of CAPITA and popular radio talk show host (WAUK 540-AM), served as emcee. The event committee members were event chair Cora … [Read more...] about CAPITA Productions hosts 3rd annual ‘We Are The Drum’ awards and scholarship brunch

Milwaukee Public Museum reveals new name and logo for future location

The museum will be housed in a newly constructed building at the corner of N. Sixth Street and W. McKinley Avenue in downtown Milwaukee The Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM) has announced it will change its name to the Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin when it opens its new location in early 2027. The museum will be housed in a newly constructed building at the corner … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Museum reveals new name and logo for future location

Shirley Addison celebrates 80th birthday with friends and family

Shirley Addison celebrated her 80th Birthday on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at the Elks Lodge in Milwaukee. The theme was “A Ladies’ Luncheon,” and the colors were shades of blue with silver accents. The event was hosted by Shirley’s husband, Harrison and her children and grandson. There were almost 100 family members, church family and friends in attendance. Shirley’s four … [Read more...] about Shirley Addison celebrates 80th birthday with friends and family

Unified athletes announce pick at 2025 NFL Draft

Washington High School seniors Xavier Goff and Rionne Turner had the experience of a lifetime at the 2025 National Football League (NFL) Draft. Goff, a Special Olympics athlete, and Turner, a Unified Partner, represented Special Olympics North America and Wisconsin’s Unified Sports as they announced the 38th pick in the NFL Draft on Friday, April 25, 2025. After an … [Read more...] about Unified athletes announce pick at 2025 NFL Draft

MPS congratulates 2025 Spelling Bee winners in grades 3–8

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) students in grades 3–8 stepped up to the challenge this April. Spelling Bee finals were held on April 12, 2025 for grades 3–5 and April 19, 2025 for grades 6–8 to find the best spellers in the district. Winners were crowned for each grade level. Each of 41 participating schools held preliminary spelling bees to determine winners at the school … [Read more...] about MPS congratulates 2025 Spelling Bee winners in grades 3–8

Ten history-making black moms whose amazing stories everyone should know

By Elisha Beach Making history as a woman has never been an easy feat; but being a black woman making history comes with a whole other level of unique (and often infuriating) roadblocks. (Read: A whole lot of racism, sexism, discrimination, and downright BS.) Now imagine adding in the everyday struggles of being a mom, which — as every mother knows — are hard enough. Talk … [Read more...] about Ten history-making black moms whose amazing stories everyone should know

C.H. Mason and Outreach Community Health Centers announce partnership

On Friday, April 25, 2025, C.H. Mason Health Clinic and Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC) announced their partnership to enhance access to comprehensive health services within our local communities, at the C.H. Mason Health Clinic, 4858 N. Mother Daniels Way. Through this collaboration, OCHC will provide essential support and guidance to C.H. Mason Health Clinic, helping … [Read more...] about C.H. Mason and Outreach Community Health Centers announce partnership

Greater Milwaukee Urban League receives Spectrum Digital Education grant for $40,000

On Wednesday, April 23, 2025, Spectrum awarded the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) with a $40,000 Spectrum Digital Education grant for its Microsoft Mastery classes and digital literacy education opportunities. “Organizations like the Greater Milwaukee Urban League play a critical role in our communities; we are excited to see the benefits that this grant program … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League receives Spectrum Digital Education grant for $40,000