A Milwaukee Board of School Directors budget hearing on May 3, 2018 attracted an audience of about 100 and generated only about a half dozen speakers, a noticeable contrast with the contentious, seven-hour budget hearing on April 17, 2018. In attempting to agree on a 2018-2019 school year budget, the Milwaukee Public School system is confronted with a number of challenges … [Read more...] about New proposed school budget brings more cuts and bigger class sizes, but still sees less funding
Mayor Barrett nominates new executive director of the Fire and Police Commission
Mayor Tom Barrett nominated LaKeisha Butler to the position of executive director of the Fire and Police Commission on April 23, 2018. Her nomination requires approval by the Milwaukee Common Council. At press time, it was unknown if the council had considered her nomination during its meeting on May 8. Butler currently serves as the director of the City’s intergovernmental … [Read more...] about Mayor Barrett nominates new executive director of the Fire and Police Commission
Mothers – A special gift from God (Week two)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th This month we are celebrating motherhood. Mothers do not come in a “onesize/ fit all” package, but every mother is special in her own right. In continuation of this month’s celebration of motherhood, the following are "10 Reasons Why Mothers Are Important" published in Psychology Today (May 2013): 1. If it … [Read more...] about Mothers – A special gift from God (Week two)
Event showcases Vincent High School’s many agriculture options
The sun was shining, the pigs were snoozing in the grass, and the sheep were frolicking as students at Vincent High School hosted their second annual Agricultural Spring Showcase on April 25, 2018. Families and the community toured Vincent’s barn, chicken coop, and classrooms to see the many agricultural activities that students engage in during the school day. Outside, more … [Read more...] about Event showcases Vincent High School’s many agriculture options
Herb Kohl provides support for classrooms and students
This week, in honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week and to celebrate the hard work and important contributions of Wisconsin teachers this school year, Herb Kohl Philanthropies funded all Wisconsin project requests (one per teacher) on the education crowdfunding site DonorsChoose.org. A total of 578 projects worth $425,000 were just flash-funded across the state. This … [Read more...] about Herb Kohl provides support for classrooms and students
Don’t shortchange consumers: Copays count
By Michael Beyer A new insurance policy could prove harmful to HIV patients and others living with chronic disease, who need to access and adhere to daily medications. Several insurers and employers are no longer allowing co-pay cards from drug manufacturers, which many patients use to lower their out-of-pocket costs, to count towards a patient's deductible. Patient … [Read more...] about Don’t shortchange consumers: Copays count
What you need to know when buying a home
Ready to become a homeowner? Buying a home may be the largest purchase you’ll ever make. Before you start house hunting, it’s important to understand how owning a home could impact your finances. Buying a home can be a smart choice for many people, but before you select a real estate agent, consider the following: • Down Payments – A down payment is what you initially … [Read more...] about What you need to know when buying a home
Black Arts Fest MKE; Joins lineup of ethnic festivals at Henry W. Maier Festival Park
Summer in Milwaukee got more exciting with the announcement of Black Arts Fest MKE, a new cultural festival to be held at Henry Maier Festival Park The festival will celebrate and showcase African and African American culture from noon to midnight on Saturday, August 4, 2018. Derek Tyus, Chief Investment Officer and Vice President of West Bend Mutual Insurance Company, … [Read more...] about Black Arts Fest MKE; Joins lineup of ethnic festivals at Henry W. Maier Festival Park
Bronzeville Arts Ensemble is ‘Flyin’ West’
Bronzeville Arts Ensemble will debut its inaugural production of Flyin' West by Pearl Cleage on May 24- 27, 2018, at Wilson Theater in Vogel Hall at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. Set in 1898 in the historic, all black town of Nicodemus, Kansas, Pearl Cleage’s Flyin' West is the powerful story of four courageous African American women who against tremendous odds … [Read more...] about Bronzeville Arts Ensemble is ‘Flyin’ West’
