On Sunday, June 24, 2018, Mount Zion Wings of Glory Church of God in Christ hosted their "17th Annual Men's Day Service: All Denomination Men in Black," at their church located at 2630 N. 6th St. Among the men honored at the services were Min. Alonzo Washington, Min. Daron Cross, Sr.; Head Deacon Roosevelt Holly; Deacon Bruce Cross; Deacon Ernest Hale; Deacon Jesse Patrick; … [Read more...] about Mount Zion Wings of Glory COGIC hosts ’17th Annual Men’s Day’
American Heart Association recognizes Rep. Evan Goyke with Friend with Heart award
The American Heart Association presented Representative Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) with a Friend with Heart award for his support of the American Heart Association’s mission throughout the year, including supporting the Dispatcher-Assisted CPR law, as well as a law that incentivizes FoodShare participants to purchase healthy foods. Both laws were passed in the last legislative … [Read more...] about American Heart Association recognizes Rep. Evan Goyke with Friend with Heart award
MPS Summer Food Service Program provides nutritious meals to children during the summer
Stressing the importance of offering nutritious meals to children during the summer months, Milwaukee Public Schools announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), which is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and is administered by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, provides nutritious meals … [Read more...] about MPS Summer Food Service Program provides nutritious meals to children during the summer
Joe Jackson, manager of The Jackson 5, has died at age 89
Joseph "Joe" Jackson , the father and the manager of the Jackson family of entertainers, has died, TMZ reported Wednesday, June 27, 2018. The entertainment news website said Jackson had terminal pancreatic cancer, and a source told TMZ last week he was in end stages of his battle with it. Jackson, who managed The Jackson 5, was 89 years old. A report in 2015 said Jackson … [Read more...] about Joe Jackson, manager of The Jackson 5, has died at age 89
Good stewards – Recycling for sustainability (Week 1)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th “God spoke: “Let us make human beings in our image, make them reflecting our nature. So, they can be responsible for the fish in the sea, the birds in the air, the cattle, And, yes, Earth itself…” - Gen. 1:26 (MSG) God is the owner of all things, God does not need a co-owner. We are called to be … [Read more...] about Good stewards – Recycling for sustainability (Week 1)
UWM is the doorway for many different paths to success
By: Mark A. Mone Chancellor, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee There is no one path to finding your future success. At the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee, we have many open doors that lead to what you want to accomplish in life. Just last month, more than 3,300 people received a degree from UWM and are now beginning new chapters in their lives, whether starting … [Read more...] about UWM is the doorway for many different paths to success
Calm parents can help calm kids with ADHD
Awareness about and diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in minority populations in the United States has increased over the past decade. The higher numbers diagnosed likely are the result of more widespread attention to signs, symptoms, and diagnosis. As a result, ADHD has been increasingly recognized among African Americans. As challenging as it can … [Read more...] about Calm parents can help calm kids with ADHD
African American Children’s Theatre announces closing
After nearly 30 years of providing theatre arts training and performing opportunities to Milwaukee children, the African American Children’s Theatre (AACT) announces the ending of their programming and closing of the classroom at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center. Constance Clark founded the African American Children’s Theatre in 1989 after children of families affected by gun … [Read more...] about African American Children’s Theatre announces closing
Facts African Americans need to know about the Fourth of July
Not that anybody really needs another reason to celebrate the Fourth of July, but if you’re African American and operating under the misguided notion that our ancestors weren’t involved in securing the country’s independence on July 4, 1776, or that black Americans didn’t contribute significantly to building the nation — you’d be wrong. The holiday was originally intended to … [Read more...] about Facts African Americans need to know about the Fourth of July
