Long days at work combined with trying to maintain a social life or family time can require much more energy than you know. Having consistent energy to do your daily activities is always the goal, but it may not always be the reality for you. If your energy is consistently on ‘E’, check out the following things that may be stealing your energy and how you can snatch it … [Read more...] about Five reasons you may be low on energy
Black Thursday remembered: 50 years later
By: Jerry Benston, Jr. Vice President Critical Measures, LLC (UWO graduate/former faculty member) On Thursday November 21, 1968, 94 Black students at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh made the conscious decision to put their college careers on the line and participate in a demonstration for social justice aimed at improving diversity and a more inclusive campus … [Read more...] about Black Thursday remembered: 50 years later
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 13, 2018
Sherman Phoenix hosts grand opening celebration
On Friday, November 30, 2018, the Sherman Park neighborhood celebrated the grand opening of the Sherman Phoenix, 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave., a unique marketplace built by the community after the riots of 2016. The project, developed by Juli Kaufmann and Jo Anne Johnson-Sabir, aims to foster change by transforming the eastern gateway to the Sherman Park neighborhood in … [Read more...] about Sherman Phoenix hosts grand opening celebration
Milwaukee Fire Department celebrate Milwaukee Fire Recruits graduation
On Friday, November 16, 2018, the Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) celebrated the commencement ceremony of the Milwaukee Fire Recruits class of 2018. Among those graduating where Tahj Lea (front row, center), the son of Torrey Lea and Pam Malone, who at the age of 20 has decided to forgo the college career track in architecture and pursue a career with the Milwaukee Fire … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Fire Department celebrate Milwaukee Fire Recruits graduation
Pastor Joseph Hamilton Jackson, Jr. and First Lady Brenda Jackson celebrate 5th anniversary
On Saturday, October 27, 2018, Pastor Joseph Hamilton Jackson, Jr. and First Lady Brenda Jackson of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church celebrated their 5th Anniversary at the Crowne Plaza Milwaukee West Hotel, 10499 Innovation Drive. The Jacksons were joined by their family, friends and church family for the theme of "Christ Celebrated~ Pastor Appreciated," and were honored … [Read more...] about Pastor Joseph Hamilton Jackson, Jr. and First Lady Brenda Jackson celebrate 5th anniversary
IndependenceFirst announces Mobility Store closure
IndependenceFirst, a Milwaukee- based nonprofit with a vision for full inclusion of people with disabilities, announced on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, that it will close its Mobility Store. The Mobility Store’s two locations will remain open through the end of January 2019. The Mobility Store is a statewide program offering low-cost, refurbished and sanitized mobility and … [Read more...] about IndependenceFirst announces Mobility Store closure
MPS hosts city drumline competition
Drumlines compete for City Championship Competition will be fierce on Saturday, December 8 when the 16th Annual MPS Battle of the Drumlines crowns the City Champion. Spectators will be treated to stick tricks, precision drumming, and showmanship in this dazzling contest. The battle will include Rufus King International School, 2017–18 City Champion. V100’s Promise will emcee … [Read more...] about MPS hosts city drumline competition
League of Martin and Brotherhood of Black Firefighters host Fire and Ice Holiday Party
On Saturday, December 1, 2018, the League of Martin and The Milwaukee Brotherhood of Black Firefighters gave a joint Fire and Ice Holiday party at Mr. J's Lounge. The event featured live music and good food. … [Read more...] about League of Martin and Brotherhood of Black Firefighters host Fire and Ice Holiday Party
Misery is not to be shared
Being Frank By: Frank James Special to the Milwaukee Times Once again it is the giving season in America. All around the USA people are shopping for gifts to give to others or themselves. Stores are holding sales and malls are staying open late to meet the increased buying frenzy that has taken the nation. There is one gift or item that people seem to want to give that no … [Read more...] about Misery is not to be shared