On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Pastor George H. Jolly and First Lady Diane Jolly celebrated 36 years as pastor of Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. The celebration was held at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel with a dinner and musical tribute. Doc Smith & the Disciples, Mt. Pilgrim MBC Praise Team, Mime Dancers, and Minister Geraldo Rivas. Key speakers included: Pastor … [Read more...] about Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church celebrates 36th anniversary of Pastor G.H. Jolly
Milwaukee Press Club awards local news makers at annual ‘Gridiron Awards’ dinner
On Friday, May 3, 2024, the Milwaukee Press Club held its Gridiron Dinner at the Pfister Hotel. Since 1957 the Milwaukee Press Club has honored Wisconsin leaders each year with its Headliner Award. The list of winners is a who’s who of Wisconsin greats from the worlds of politics, business, sports, religion, entertainment and the media. The Headliner Award is presented each … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Press Club awards local news makers at annual ‘Gridiron Awards’ dinner
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Midwest chapters host regional conference
On Thursday April 11, 2024 the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Midwest chapters held their regional conference in Milwaukee. The Vice Presidents reception/public program, "Racism is a Public Health Crisis," was held at the Baird Center. There were more than 3000 men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity that attended the conference. The master of ceremonies Ronald D. Stovall, Jr., PMP … [Read more...] about Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Midwest chapters host regional conference
Rallies held around Wisconsin as state Supreme Court revisits ban on ballot drop boxes
The five rallies in support of ballot drop boxes are taking place in Milwaukee, Green Bay, Madison, Wausau and Eau Claire The Wisconsin Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments Monday, May 13, 2024 regarding a case that revisits the 2022 decision to ban ballot drop boxes. As the justices listen in court, rallies are mobilizing around the state in support of the boxes. In … [Read more...] about Rallies held around Wisconsin as state Supreme Court revisits ban on ballot drop boxes
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and protesters agree to end encampment
Protesters at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will take down a pro-Palestinian encampment that had stood for two weeks under an agreement reached with the school, university officials said in a statement on Sunday, May 12, 2024. The encampment, believed to be the last one standing at a Wisconsin college, will be gone by Tuesday, May 14, they said. School officials had … [Read more...] about University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and protesters agree to end encampment
Devona Coggs-Jones celebrates a fabulous 35th birthday
Milwaukee showed up and showed out to celebrate up and coming event concierge and Milwaukee’s 911 Dispatcher, Devona Coggs-Jones, aka "BabyBoss," who was showered with love from family, friends, community leaders, and elected officials. It was a surprise, thanks to Milwaukee's own social influencer and stylist, Joi Brown-Wingo. The celebration was held at the Bronzeville … [Read more...] about Devona Coggs-Jones celebrates a fabulous 35th birthday
Olivia Sue Jones: 70 years young
On Saturday May 4, 2024 Olivia Sue Jones celebrated her 70th birthday with family and friends at the Taste of Soul, located at 4706 W. Fond Du Lac Ave. … [Read more...] about Olivia Sue Jones: 70 years young
Meet Mary Hoehne: Helping make Granville a better place
You've been to the Granville Blues Fest and had a fabulous time. You've even driven through the vast manufacturing corridor in Granville. And perhaps you know a business owner interested in setting up shop in the Granville Connection. However, do you know about the hard-working woman behind the scenes to keep all of this movement going in Granville? That energetic woman is Mary … [Read more...] about Meet Mary Hoehne: Helping make Granville a better place
These elementary educators share 314 years of experience and gratitude
Teacher Appreciation Week spans several days in May, yet a teacher’s impact can last a lifetime. Nationally, the average length of service for one teacher at one school is eight years. The numbers look different at Byron Kilbourn Elementary School, a K3-5 school on Milwaukee’s northwest side. Eleven Kilbourn teachers have more than 300 years of combined teaching experience, … [Read more...] about These elementary educators share 314 years of experience and gratitude
Body detox: Three natural detoxes to spring clean your body
An overhaul of clutter and dust that has collected within your personal space over the months is needed. You’re going to put in work to get your space in order, but don’t stop your spring cleaning once your closets are cleared. Your body needs a cleansing of the garbage foods and substances you’ve packed into it over the past few months. If you are looking for a great way … [Read more...] about Body detox: Three natural detoxes to spring clean your body