On Friday, November 15, 2024, more than 300 guests gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn Conference Center at Park Place to celebrate the second annual "It Takes A Village Foundation Re-Entry Program Community Leaders Awards Gala." The event was a tribute to the dedicated individuals who are making a significant impact in Milwaukee’s black community. The evening kicked … [Read more...] about It Takes A Village Foundation Re-Entry Program honors community leaders at 2nd annual awards gala
Milwaukee unites to feed families in need this Thanksgiving
The "15th Annual Make a Family Smile Turkey Giveaway," was hosted Monday, November 25, 2024, at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center, 1531 W. Vliet St. Cars were lined up around the block, stretching more than a mile to secure their free bird and more than 1,200 Milwaukee County families drove or walked away with a family meal. Dee McCullom, director of the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee unites to feed families in need this Thanksgiving
Two Milwaukee Walgreens closing this week, residents left looking for new pharmacy
A Walgreens at 91st and Appleton is set to close Tuesday, another at MLK and Hadley will close Thursday The sign on the front door of the Walgreens at 91st Street and Appleton Avenue was a shock to some, including Maebell Burrell. "When did you find out it was closing?" WISN 12 News' James Stratton asked. "Just now. Just a few minutes ago," Burrell responded. The … [Read more...] about Two Milwaukee Walgreens closing this week, residents left looking for new pharmacy
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley heads joint Newsmaker luncheon
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley was the guest speaker at a Newsmaker luncheon on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics.com and the Rotary Club of Milwaukee. The luncheon was held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. Crowley took questions from a panel of journalists and from the audience at … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley heads joint Newsmaker luncheon
State association for talented and gifted names MPS’s Hawthorne principal outstanding administrator
Big things are happening at Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School. Students play soccer, gaga ball, and study the water cycle in a redeveloped schoolyard. The book vending machine is open for readers. During their summer vacation, Principal Shantee Jude-Williams and staff traveled to Washington, DC, to collect a U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools award. Now, … [Read more...] about State association for talented and gifted names MPS’s Hawthorne principal outstanding administrator
Wisconsin Wayfinder celebrates one year of supporting families with special health care needs
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) celebrates the one year anniversary of Wisconsin Wayfinder: Children's Resource Network, a service connecting families of children with delays, disabilities, special health care needs, or mental health conditions to the resources and support they need to thrive. Since its launch in November 2023, Wisconsin Wayfinder has … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Wayfinder celebrates one year of supporting families with special health care needs
Irenda Jones named 2025 Milwaukee ‘Go Red for Women’ chair
Longtime local business leader, American Heart Association join forces Nearly half of women ages 20 and older are living with some form of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the number 1 killer of women. Because of her passion for improving women’s heart health in Milwaukee, Irenda Jones, assistant vice president and operations manager of Riverstone Wealth Management, will serve … [Read more...] about Irenda Jones named 2025 Milwaukee ‘Go Red for Women’ chair
This Week In Black History – December 5, 2024
December 5, 1955 – Martin Luther King, Jr., organized the Montgomery bus boycott, marking the beginning of the Civil Rights movement. December 6, 1932 - Richard B. Spikes patented the automatic gearshift. December 6, 1936 – Richard Francis Jones became the first African American certified in urology. December 7, 1941 – Dorie Miller of the U.S. Navy, shot down four … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – December 5, 2024
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 5, 2024
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Milwaukee starts holiday season with ‘Holiday Lights Kick-off’ extravaganza
Milwaukee's annual big start to the holiday season returned to downtown on Thursday, November 21, 2024, with the "Holiday Lights Kick-off" extravaganza at Pere Marquette Park. The grand event marked the start of the "27th Annual Festival of Lights." The event featured live performances from dancers, singers, and musicians from all around Milwaukee. The highlight was a visit … [Read more...] about Milwaukee starts holiday season with ‘Holiday Lights Kick-off’ extravaganza