On Friday, September 27, 2024, Thanasis Antetokounmpo along with Gaulien "Gee" Smith, threw out two of the ceremonial first pitches at Friday’s Brewers game. Thanasis had never thrown a baseball before but the former Milwaukee Bucks forward and older brother of Giannis, finally got his first opportunity. And it came before thousands of people at American Family Field. Thanasis … [Read more...] about Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Gaulien ‘Gee’ Smith throw out first pitches at Milwaukee Brewers game
Parents sound off at first town hall since MPS publicized potential school closures
The district cites declining enrollment, aging infrastructure for the need to potentially close, merge some schools, but has yet to identify which schools could be impacted. On Monday, September 30, 2024, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) hosted a town hall at Rufus King International High School. The district hoped to inform the public about its long-range facilities master … [Read more...] about Parents sound off at first town hall since MPS publicized potential school closures
Souls to the Polls wants Milwaukee to get out and vote
"In a critical election year, Milwaukee’s black and brown communities are once again on the frontlines of defending democracy. Souls to the Polls Wisconsin, a voter education organization, has been working tirelessly since 2013 to mobilize voters, particularly in faith-based and working- class neighborhoods. This election cycle is marked by several key events that will help … [Read more...] about Souls to the Polls wants Milwaukee to get out and vote
MPS high school enrollment is open through Nov. 4, 2024
It’s time to choose a high school. Eighth-grade students and families are invited to learn about programs and apply to a Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) high school for the 2025–26 school year. With nearly 30 high school options in the district, MPS has an ideal learning situation for every student’s needs and future career goals. Throughout high school, students can prepare … [Read more...] about MPS high school enrollment is open through Nov. 4, 2024
UWM shows off its new chemistry building
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee (UWM) Chancellor Mark Mone led an enthusiastic grand opening ceremony for UWM’s brand new Chemistry Building Friday, September 27, 2024. More than 200 students, faculty, staff, government representatives and friends of UWM packed into one of the building’s many sleek, modern lecture halls for the celebration. It was all punctuated by a … [Read more...] about UWM shows off its new chemistry building
Everything you need to know to prepare for Medicare open enrollment
The Annual Enrollment Period is October 15 - December 7, 2024, when a Medicare Beneficiary is eligible to change their Medicare Advantage or Prescription Drug Plan. This means that Medicare open enrollment is right around the corner and insurance providers are urging you to vet your agents and ask the necessary questions. Here is everything you need to know about Medicare … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know to prepare for Medicare open enrollment
Sharon Lynne Wilson Center an entertainment alternative to downtown
All of us at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts invite you to get to know us and the many ways we support the greater Milwaukee area with access to the arts. We are located 20 minutes from downtown Milwaukee and offer free and safe parking. Join us on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 2 p.m. for a celebration of Duke Ellington’s 125th birthday with this new program of … [Read more...] about Sharon Lynne Wilson Center an entertainment alternative to downtown
This Week In Black History – October 3, 2024
October 3, 1956 – Nat "King" Cole became the first black performer to host his own TV show. October 4, 1864 – First black daily newspaper, The New Orleans Tribune, was founded. October 5, 1872 – Booker T. Washington entered Hampton Institute, VA. October 6, 1917 – Political activist Fannie Lou Hamer was born. October 7, 1934 – Playwright-poet Amiri Baraka (LeRoi … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – October 3, 2024
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue October 3rd, 2024
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North Central Service Club hosts ’49th Annual Scholarship Luncheon’
The North Central Service Club (NCSC) held its "49th Annual Scholarship Luncheon" on June 1, 2024 at the Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., in Milwaukee. Eleven female scholars representing the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) were recognized. Each of the scholarship recipients submitted an essay on the theme, "When Challenges Require Me To Be Strong, I Conquer … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club hosts ’49th Annual Scholarship Luncheon’