Mayor LaToya Cantrell took charge of New Orleans’ highest public office Monday May 7, 2018, becoming the first woman to lead the city in its 300-year history, and telling a large audience at the Mahalia Jackson Theatre that “there’s only you and me and the work before us.” LaToya Cantrell was sworn in on Monday morning in a ceremony presided over by former Democratic … [Read more...] about New Orleans elects first black female mayor: 300 years in the making
Milwaukee reads ‘The Color of Law’
Darryl Johnson, executive director of the Riverworks Development Corporation, welcomed book club leaders to an informational session and community book-read launch to about 50 attendees at The Vibe on May 9, 2018. Individual book clubs throughout the Harambee and Riverworks neighborhoods will read “The Color of Law” over the summer. On October 16, 2018, Richard Rothstein, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee reads ‘The Color of Law’
Mothers – A special gift from God (Week three)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th Mother’s Day was first celebrated in 1908 when Anna Jarvis held a memorial for her mother in West Virginia. She then began a campaign to make “Mother’s Day” a recognized holiday in the United States. Jarvis' holiday has since been adopted by other countries and it is now celebrated all over the world. People across … [Read more...] about Mothers – A special gift from God (Week three)
Four MPS schools continue to make list of top schools in the state
Four MPS high schools are celebrating the release of the U.S. News and World Report list of top high schools. Rufus King International High School is the top-rated Milwaukee school on the list, being ranked 9th in the state and also earning a Silver Medal as a high-performing school. Silver Medals also went to Milwaukee School of Languages, ranked 15th; and Ronald Wilson Reagan … [Read more...] about Four MPS schools continue to make list of top schools in the state
MPS celebrates graduates
More than 20 MPS high schools have commencements scheduled this May MPS seniors will turn their tassels during 24 graduation ceremonies this May, held at some of Milwaukee's largest venues. About 4,000 students will receive diplomas in front of family, friends and classmates at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, the Milwaukee Theatre, and the MATC Cooley Auditorium. The … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates graduates
Get to know your blood pressure
High blood pressure is a common problem. If it’s not treated, it can lead to illnesses like heart attack or stroke. It’s sometimes called “the silent killer” because it has no signs or symptoms. You may not even know you have it. That’s why it’s important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. If you have high blood pressure, there are things you can do to manage … [Read more...] about Get to know your blood pressure
Visitation services held for Times founder Nathan Conyers
More than 500 people said goodbye to Nathan Conyers, one of three founders of The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper Printing & Publishing Co., during a four-hour visitation at St. Mark A.M.E. Church on Sunday May 6, 2018. Mr. Conyers died on April 27, 2018 after a long illness. Conyers was a familiar face and voice in the Milwaukee community for more than 30 years, … [Read more...] about Visitation services held for Times founder Nathan Conyers
Funeral services held for civil right activist and judge Vel R. Phillips
Hundreds gathered at Milwaukee's oldest African American church, St. Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church, on Saturday, May 5, 2018, to celebrate the life of Vel Phillips, the pioneering civil rights leader who smashed racial and gender barriers as a lawyer, city council woman and Wisconsin secretary of state. "These pinnacles were not what made Vel's story Vel's story," … [Read more...] about Funeral services held for civil right activist and judge Vel R. Phillips
North Central Service Club hosts 43rd Annual Scholarship Luncheon
On Sunday, May 6, 2018, the North Central Service Club, Inc., hosted its 43rd Annual Scholarship Luncheon at the Radisson Hotel Milwaukee West, 2303 North Mayfair Road. The theme for this event was "Now is the Time to Become a Force for Societal Change." Milwaukee Area Technical College Sociologist Pamela Malone served as M.C. The keynote address was delivered by District … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club hosts 43rd Annual Scholarship Luncheon
Pastors United hosts 5th Annual Dinner Gala and Awards Banquet
On Saturday, April 28, 2018, Pastors United hosted their 5th Annual Dinner Gala and Awards Banquet at Abundant Faith Church of Integrity, 7830 West Good Hope Road. This year's theme was "Year of the Woman: Our History is Our Strength." The guest speaker was WNOV 860's “The Mid-Week Flow” host Michelle Bryant. This year's awards honorees were all extraordinary women who have … [Read more...] about Pastors United hosts 5th Annual Dinner Gala and Awards Banquet