On Sunday, December 8, 2024, organizers and volunteers for Voice of the Fatherless Child (VOFC) loaded up a truck in front of the Home Depot on 4155 N. Port Washington Rd. to bring Christmas to seven deserving families for their 16th annual "Single Parent Christmas Giveaway." The annual event helps brings Christmas to much deserving families who happen to need a little help … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child brings holiday joy to families in need
Top Teens of America holds its fall induction for 11 local youth
Top Ladies of Distinction, Incorporated (TLOD), Milwaukee Chapter, held its Fall Top Teens of America (TTA) Induction Ceremony, Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Jerusalem Empowered A. M. E. Church. The event had wonderful support from parents and friends. The Milwaukee Chapter is one of the most productive and competitive chapters among 126 in the organization. Leadership … [Read more...] about Top Teens of America holds its fall induction for 11 local youth
County Executive David Crowley earns bachelor’s degree, delivers commencement address at UW-Milwaukee
Nearly two decades after dropping out, County Executive among new UWM graduates On Sunday, Decmeber 15, 2024, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee (UWM). County Executive Crowley also delivered the UW-Milwaukee commencement address at the UWM Panther Arena. After dropping out nearly 20 years … [Read more...] about County Executive David Crowley earns bachelor’s degree, delivers commencement address at UW-Milwaukee
Leon M. Staples, Sr., celebrates 75th birthday
A host of family and friends gathered on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Terri Lynn’s Soul Food Express for a surprise 75th birthday party for Leon M. Staples, Sr. Leon is a Milwaukee native, a graduate of Rufus King High School and a 1975 graduate of Milwaukee Area Technical College. He is retired from the Milwaukee Police Department and the US Navy Reserve. He is the father of … [Read more...] about Leon M. Staples, Sr., celebrates 75th birthday
Discovering the Photography of A.L. Brown all year long
As a boy growing up in Omaha, NE, Milwaukee small-business owner A.L. “Albert” Brown fell in love with photography soon after he sent away for his first film camera at around age 12 in the early the 1970s. It has been a lifelong love affair since then. Next year he will celebrate his 50th anniversary as a professional photographer. For many years, Brown had his own portrait … [Read more...] about Discovering the Photography of A.L. Brown all year long
Rufus King International High School varsity drumline repeats as MPS champion
The Rufus King International High School varsity drumline was crowned the city champion on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at the 22nd annual MPS Battle of the Drumlines. The event took place in the packed gymnasium at Rufus King International High School, 1801 W. Olive St., Milwaukee. Battle of the Drumlines takes place at the defending champion's school; this was the 17th … [Read more...] about Rufus King International High School varsity drumline repeats as MPS champion
Creating the right New Year’s resolutions for you
By RISE Drug Free MKE Some people set goals every Monday or on the first of every month; but as 2024 comes to an end, you might feel extra pressure to quit bad habits and turn over a new leaf. But before jumping into 2025, take a moment to reflect on 2024. This reflection can be an insightful tool for setting New Year’s resolutions that align with where you are right now. … [Read more...] about Creating the right New Year’s resolutions for you
This Week In Black History – December 19, 2024
December 19, 1875 – Educator Carter G. Woodson, “father of black history”, was born. December 20, 1860 – South Carolina seceded from the Union. December 21, 1911 – Baseball legend Josh Gibson was born. December 22, 1943 – W.E.B. DuBois became the first African American elected to the National Institute of Arts and Letters. December 23, 1869 – Madam C.J. Walker, … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – December 19, 2024
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 19, 2024
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Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion celebrates 50th anniversary
The 50th anniversary of the Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion was celebrated on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the Baird Center, in downtown Milwaukee. It was the return of this significant community event since the pandemic. The first Debutante Cotillion was held in 1974, sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter. … [Read more...] about Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion celebrates 50th anniversary