A host of family and friends gathered on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Terri Lynn’s Soul Food Express for a surprise 75th birthday party for Leon M. Staples, Sr. Leon is a Milwaukee native, a graduate of Rufus King High School and a 1975 graduate of Milwaukee Area Technical College. He is retired from the Milwaukee Police Department and the US Navy Reserve. He is the father of … [Read more...] about Leon M. Staples, Sr., celebrates 75th birthday
Discovering the Photography of A.L. Brown all year long
As a boy growing up in Omaha, NE, Milwaukee small-business owner A.L. “Albert” Brown fell in love with photography soon after he sent away for his first film camera at around age 12 in the early the 1970s. It has been a lifelong love affair since then. Next year he will celebrate his 50th anniversary as a professional photographer. For many years, Brown had his own portrait … [Read more...] about Discovering the Photography of A.L. Brown all year long
Rufus King International High School varsity drumline repeats as MPS champion
The Rufus King International High School varsity drumline was crowned the city champion on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at the 22nd annual MPS Battle of the Drumlines. The event took place in the packed gymnasium at Rufus King International High School, 1801 W. Olive St., Milwaukee. Battle of the Drumlines takes place at the defending champion's school; this was the 17th … [Read more...] about Rufus King International High School varsity drumline repeats as MPS champion
Creating the right New Year’s resolutions for you
By RISE Drug Free MKE Some people set goals every Monday or on the first of every month; but as 2024 comes to an end, you might feel extra pressure to quit bad habits and turn over a new leaf. But before jumping into 2025, take a moment to reflect on 2024. This reflection can be an insightful tool for setting New Year’s resolutions that align with where you are right now. … [Read more...] about Creating the right New Year’s resolutions for you
This Week In Black History – December 19, 2024
December 19, 1875 – Educator Carter G. Woodson, “father of black history”, was born. December 20, 1860 – South Carolina seceded from the Union. December 21, 1911 – Baseball legend Josh Gibson was born. December 22, 1943 – W.E.B. DuBois became the first African American elected to the National Institute of Arts and Letters. December 23, 1869 – Madam C.J. Walker, … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – December 19, 2024
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 19, 2024
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Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion celebrates 50th anniversary
The 50th anniversary of the Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion was celebrated on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the Baird Center, in downtown Milwaukee. It was the return of this significant community event since the pandemic. The first Debutante Cotillion was held in 1974, sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter. … [Read more...] about Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion celebrates 50th anniversary
Mosorec International Foundation, Inc., hosted its ‘2nd Annual Tanzania Day’
On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, Mosorec International Foundation, Inc., presented its "2nd Annual Tanzania Day" at New Testament Christian Academy, 10201 W. Bradley Rd. This was a family friendly free event open to the public. The celebration was hosted by organizer Mosorec International Foundation, Inc. Founder and President Dr. Christine Mosore and featured food, fun, … [Read more...] about Mosorec International Foundation, Inc., hosted its ‘2nd Annual Tanzania Day’
Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity brings joy to Milwaukee’s holiday season
This past weekend saw the return of Langston Hughes' Black Nativity to the Marcus Performing Arts Center, 929 N. Water St., running Thursday, December 5 - Sunday, December 8, 2024. This year marked the 10th anniversary performance of the play that has become a holiday tradition for many families here in Milwaukee. This year's performance lead by production director, … [Read more...] about Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity brings joy to Milwaukee’s holiday season
Milwaukee’s Summerfest partners with Northcott Neighborhood House for Juneteenth
Summerfest and Northcott Neighborhood House are partnering to bring Juneteenth programming to the festival for the first time in its history. Summerfest and Northcott Neighborhood House, the host of Milwaukee's traditional Juneteenth Day celebration, are partnering to bring Juneteenth programming to the festival for the first time in its history, according to a press release … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s Summerfest partners with Northcott Neighborhood House for Juneteenth