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This Week In Black History – January 30, 2025
January 30, 1979 – Franklin Thomas named president of Ford Foundation. January 31, 1986 – August Wilson’s Fences, starring the late James Earl Jones, opened at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre. February 1, 1902 – Playwright, poet, author Langston Hughes was born February 2, 1807 – Congress banned foreign slave trade. February 3, 1956 – Autherine Lucy enrolled as the … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – January 30, 2025
Milwaukee welcomed as WI’s first ‘age-friendly’ county
Announcement will be made at Washington Park, highlighting many age-friendly assets AARP Wisconsin is thrilled to announce that Milwaukee County has been officially accepted as a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. More than a dozen Wisconsin cities are already working on initiatives to make their communities more livable for all ages, but Milwaukee is … [Read more...] about Milwaukee welcomed as WI’s first ‘age-friendly’ county
King Center celebrates MLK Day in Milwaukee with ‘We Are The Change’
On Monday, January 20, 2025, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Day was celebrated at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center which held its annual event for the 49th year. There were songs, drums by Drums Up & Guns Down, and skits that were preformed by Voice of the Fatherless Child. Through the arts and acts of service, people in Milwaukee and the MLK Center are … [Read more...] about King Center celebrates MLK Day in Milwaukee with ‘We Are The Change’
The legacy of Dr. King is celebrated at ’24th Annual King Fest’
On Monday, January 20, 2025, the Wisconsin Black Historical Museum, 2620 W. Center St., hosted the 24th Annual “King Fest” celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Each year, the celebration continues to grow and inspire community residents, civic officials, and youth to take time out and reflect upon the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The “King … [Read more...] about The legacy of Dr. King is celebrated at ’24th Annual King Fest’
Trump sends message to black America, vows to make MLK’s dream a ‘reality’ despite anti-DEI orders
Critics of President Trump, who signed an executive order eliminating DEI, warn that his agenda for his second administration contradicts what Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., stood for. During his inaugural speech follow being swornin as the 47th president of the United States, President Donald Trump sent a direct message to black and Latino Americans and vowed to make Dr. … [Read more...] about Trump sends message to black America, vows to make MLK’s dream a ‘reality’ despite anti-DEI orders
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter Honors Dr. King with “We Are One” Service Day
On Monday, January 20, 2025, members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®(AKA), Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter gathered in unity to commemorate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by transforming a day off into a “day on” of service to the community. The event was chaired by Bianca Willingham along with Felita Daniels Ashley and Crissi Bates. … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter Honors Dr. King with “We Are One” Service Day
Sisters Janice and Sheila Pugh celebrate joint birthday
On December 20, 2024, sisters Janice and Sheila Pugh celebrated their birthdays at the Glass House Hall, 8301b N. 76th St., with friends and family. The Pugh sister wanted to give a very special thanks to the Glass House Hall, for their professionalism, decorations, food, and hospitality. Thank you for providing us with excellent service and decorations for this event. … [Read more...] about Sisters Janice and Sheila Pugh celebrate joint birthday
Three important lessons we can learn from Dr. King’s legacy
Exactly 94 years ago to the day, a child was born in Atlanta, Georgia named Michael King, Jr., who would change the world. His father would eventually change his name in honor of the German leader of the Protestant Reformation, and it was by that name – Martin Luther King, Jr. – that the world would remember him nearly a century later. Few names in modern American history … [Read more...] about Three important lessons we can learn from Dr. King’s legacy
The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
By The Late Coretta Scott King Special to the Milwaukee Times Reprint from 1985, during the passage of the King Holiday bill by the U.S. Senate. We have set in motion a great celebration of freedom and justice, in honor of America’s hero and patriot, Martin Luther King, Jr. When Martin began his career, the principles of social justice for which he stood were … [Read more...] about The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.