Setting a New Year's resolution is the easy part—it's sticking to one that is actually hard. Experts agree that people make resolutions with the best of intentions, but often inadvertently set themselves up for failure. "Change is hard. We are creatures of habit," said June Kloubec, Ph.D., a professor in the department of nutrition and exercise science at Bastyr … [Read more...] about Five healthy New Year’s resolutions that are easy to keep
Diabetes and your feet: What you must know
There is no doubt that diabetes is a global epidemic of epic proportions–especially among people of color. Diabetes, or hyperglycemia, is high blood glucose. According to the Center for Disease Control, 13.2 percent and 12.2 percent of African Americans women and men respectively worldwide have the second highest incidence of diabetes. American Indians lead among all racial … [Read more...] about Diabetes and your feet: What you must know
Custodian Wanted at Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Custodian Wanted We are looking for a responsible Custodian who can keep our church clean and assist with setting up dining hall for luncheons and meetings; manage cleaning supplies and inventory; must pick-up trash, sweep, mop, vacuum, use industrial cleaning equipment to strip and buff floors, scrub and sanitize restroom facilities, remove trash, remove snow and ice from … [Read more...] about Custodian Wanted at Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 27, 2018
Milwaukee Urban League hosts 59th Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon
On Wednesday, December 12, 2018, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted the 59th Annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon at the Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. The Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon is a significant event, not only because it helps to reinforce the importance of diversity and equal opportunity, but it also generates funds which help support the League's work in … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts 59th Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon
Voice of the Fatherless Child brings Christmas cheer to families in need
Monday, December 17, 2018 marked the 11th annual "Voice of the Fatherless Child's Single Parent Christmas," which has been co-sponsored by Home Depot for the past 10 years. Home Depot employees and Voice of the Fatherless Child staff and family joined together to go into the homes of 10 families to decorate the home, put up and decorate a live tree, and pass out gifts to the … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child brings Christmas cheer to families in need
Alderman Cavalier Johnson hosts 2nd District holiday event
On Saturday, December 15, 2018, Alderman Cavalier Johnson (holding sign) invited families to his 2nd District holiday event at the Silver Spring Neighborhood Center, 5460 N. 64th Street. Alderman Johnson was joined by State Senator Lena Taylor; Warden Steve Johnson (right); Andre Brown of Project Return, and members of the Milwaukee Youth Council, who helped hand out 100 teddy … [Read more...] about Alderman Cavalier Johnson hosts 2nd District holiday event
Grammy-winning ‘song stylist’ Nancy Wilson dead at 81
Nancy Wilson, the Grammy- winning “song stylist” and torch singer whose polished pop-jazz vocals made her a platinum artist and top concert performer, has died. Wilson, who retired from touring in 2011, died Decemebr 13, 2018 after a long illness at her home in Pioneertown, a California desert community near Joshua Tree National Park, her manager and publicist Devra Hall … [Read more...] about Grammy-winning ‘song stylist’ Nancy Wilson dead at 81
What Obamacare ruling could mean for your health care
A federal judge’s ruling late Friday, December 14, 2018, striking down the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in its entirety has stoked anxiety among millions of Americans who rely on subsidized health insurance and millions more who have pre-existing conditions. Even if you don’t have an Obamacare health plan, experts say there are far-reaching implications for all consumers if the … [Read more...] about What Obamacare ruling could mean for your health care
Watch out on winter roads
Here in Milwaukee, the arrival of cold weather also brings the opportunity for snow and ice. We must be cautious while on the roads all of the time, but especially during winter as icy roads can increase the likelihood of a vehicle losing control. Keep these tips in mind to make your trek on icy paths a bit safer: • Steering. When driving on ice, hold the steering wheel … [Read more...] about Watch out on winter roads