On December 21, 2018, Ms. Nettie Walton celebrated her 100th birthday. Ms. Walton was born on December 23, 1918, the same year that the U.S. Congress established time zones and approved daylight saving time. A party was held at the the Serafino Square Apartments Clubhouse, 9993 West North Ave. by her granddaughters Viva Crape and Shawn Ahrens. "Happy Birthday Ms. Walton!" … [Read more...] about Happy 100th Birthday Nettie Walton
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 7, 2019
Milwaukee Brewers host annual ‘Brewers on Deck’ fan fest event
On Sunday, January 27, 2019, the Milwaukee Brewers hosted their annual "Brewers on Deck" at the Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. "Brewers on Deck" is the winter fan fest that bridges the gap between the end of the season and spring training. The event features a number of activities for the entire family including: autographs and photos with Brewers players, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers host annual ‘Brewers on Deck’ fan fest event
WRTP/BIG STEP honors graduates of apprenticeship readiness training program
On Friday, January 4, 2019, WRTP/BIG STEP, in partnership with Employ Milwaukee and Leonardo DRS, presented the graduates for the ELMS-Electrical Assembly Apprenticeship Readiness Training program, at their facility, 3841 West Wisconsin Ave. WRTP/BIG STEP's registered apprenticeships offer opportunities to earn a salary while learning the skills necessary to succeed in … [Read more...] about WRTP/BIG STEP honors graduates of apprenticeship readiness training program
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter welcomes new members
On Sunday, December 23, 2018, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter welcomed 41 new members during their New Members Luncheon at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. This year the sorority welcomed the largest group of initiates ever, since it was founded in 1949. In attendance this year was Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter President Dara Atandare; … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter welcomes new members
Gov. Evers declares state of emergency for Wisconsin due to cold, snow
Gov. Tony Evers declared a State of Emergency for the state of Wisconsin because of the ongoing winter storm and the pending dangerous wind chills that will blanket the state the rest of the week. "I’m concerned about the safety and well-being of our residents as this major storm and bitter cold moves in," Evers said. "I want to make sure all state assets are available, … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers declares state of emergency for Wisconsin due to cold, snow
Rep. Gwen Moore says she has cancer, it’s in remission
Democratic U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore says she has cancer and it’s in remission. The 67-year-old Moore announced Tuesday, January 29, 2019, during a congressional committee hearing that she has been battling small cell lymphoma for the past 10 months. Moore said it’s a cancer she will live with for the rest of her life, but because of her high-quality health insurance “it is … [Read more...] about Rep. Gwen Moore says she has cancer, it’s in remission
‘Black Panther’ makes SAG Awards history with Best Ensemble win
Ryan Coogler's groundbreaking Hollywood superhero film Black Panther made history Sunday night, Janaury 27, 2019, by winning the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Award for outstanding performance by a cast in a motion picture. Not only is the Disney and Marvel Studios tentpole the first superhero picture ever to be awarded best ensemble; it's the biggest-grossing film to walk away … [Read more...] about ‘Black Panther’ makes SAG Awards history with Best Ensemble win
Black History Month: Joining the fight for social justice (Week 1)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th "Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Churches have long since acknowledged their role as being social activists as recognized in Scripture, which calls every … [Read more...] about Black History Month: Joining the fight for social justice (Week 1)
UWM, MATC and MPS leaders share M3 collaboration’s impact
Two years ago, leaders from the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee, Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Area Technical College publicly announced a groundbreaking educational effort called M3 (pronounced M-cubed). It’s an unprecedented collaboration among Milwaukee’s three largest public education institutions to create a better K-through-16 educational system, one that will … [Read more...] about UWM, MATC and MPS leaders share M3 collaboration’s impact