Being Frank By: Frank James Special to the Milwaukee Times The end of a journey is upon many students in the USA. High schools around the country will be releasing graduating seniors upon society. The future Presidents and CEO’s will be taking their first steps toward greatness. This is the dream many parents want to believe in. In reality these same parents know this is a … [Read more...] about A graduation message for 2018
National Autism Awareness Month (Week Four)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th April is National Autism Awareness Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 1 percent of the world population has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (CDC, 2014) and the prevalence in the United States is estimated at 1 in 68 births. (CDC, 2014). There is no certain look that people with autism have … [Read more...] about National Autism Awareness Month (Week Four)
Boston Store sold to liquidators; all stores to close
A group of liquidators bought the assets of Bon-Ton Stores Inc., the parent company of Boston Store, in a bankruptcy auction, according to a company statement. Bon-Ton has headquarters in Milwaukee and York, Pennsylvania. Earlier this month, the company filed a notice with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development indicating that 2,255 employees in the state would … [Read more...] about Boston Store sold to liquidators; all stores to close
Milwaukee Board of School Directors selects interim superintendent
Dr. Keith P. Posley, a 27- year veteran of Milwaukee Public Schools with extensive school-based and district leadership experience, has been named interim Superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools by the Milwaukee Board of School Directors. The Board is expected to negotiate a contract with Dr. Posley, which was presented for approval on April 17, 2018. The Board is also … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Board of School Directors selects interim superintendent
Four ways to make dining out better for your body
Eating out is a convenient way to get quick delicious meals. Whether you are visiting a fast food joint or a sit-down restaurant, you are presented with a variety of food options. But what happens when those food options have a negative effect on your health? A study reports that Americans consume 200 more calories when dining out than they do when cooking at home. While … [Read more...] about Four ways to make dining out better for your body
‘Strange Fruit Volume II’ by Joel Christian Gill
Apples, bananas, cherries, and oranges. Tasty things, available from an appropriate tree, perhaps even one in your back yard. But what’s the story about them? Who was the first brave soul to take a chance and take a bite? In the new book Strange Fruit Volume II by Joel Christian Gill, you’ll see that some histories remain hidden on the vine. Throughout history, a lot of … [Read more...] about ‘Strange Fruit Volume II’ by Joel Christian Gill
Kids Matter Inc. offers comprehensive wrap-around services specially designed to help grand families impacted by trauma
By Generations United Research shows that many practitioners working with grand families recommend a multi-modal approach that includes individual counseling for the grandparent and grandchild, as well as family therapy. This type of approach should include a component that connects grand families to community services, public benefits and legal assistance. Kids Matter Inc., … [Read more...] about Kids Matter Inc. offers comprehensive wrap-around services specially designed to help grand families impacted by trauma
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue April 19, 2018
GMAR celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act
On Wednesday April 11, 2018, the Greater Milwaukee Association of Realtors (GMAR) and city leaders recognize the 50th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act at an event held on the Marquette University campus. Speakers for the event were Mayor Tom Barrett; Alderman Ashanti Hamilton; former Milwaukee NAACP Youth Council member and Commando Fred Reed; civil rights activist Margaret … [Read more...] about GMAR celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Home Opening Day 2018
On Monday, April 2, 2018, The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their home opener of the 2018 baseball season. Despite the chilly conditions for tailgating, it did not dampen the spirits of a full house at Miller Park. Opening day both inside and outside the stadium marked the ceremonial start of spring in the upper Midwest, whether or not the weather wanted to cooperate. Dan and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Home Opening Day 2018