Reuben Harpole celebrated his 90th birthday at Bader Philanthropies on September 12, 2024, with a host of family and friends. His daughter Annette and a family member were present. A video of Reuben’s son John was shown. Host Franklin Cumberbatch, Bader VP of Engagements, hosted the event. Clayborn Benson did the Libation and daughter Annette Harpole welcomed attendees. Guest … [Read more...] about Milwaukee legend Reuben Harpole celebrates 90th birthday at Bader Philanthropies
Milwaukee Brewers’ Jackson Chourio becomes youngest member of MLB’s ’20-20 Club’
Jackson Chourio hit his 20th home run of the season against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday, September 12, 2024, vaulting the 20-year-old Milwaukee Brewers Rookie into the esteemed '20-20 Club." Most eyes may be fixed on a handful of other standard rookies this season, but that hasn’t stopped Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio from making history. The … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers’ Jackson Chourio becomes youngest member of MLB’s ’20-20 Club’
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is arrested in New York after federal indictment
Sean “Diddy” Combs, the hip-hop mogul who has faced a stream of allegations by women accusing him of sexual assault, was arrested late Monday, September 16, 2024 in New York after he was indicted by a federal grand jury. The indictment was sealed and details of the charges weren’t immediately announced by prosecutors, but the U.S. attorney in Manhattan, Damian Williams, … [Read more...] about Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is arrested in New York after federal indictment
MEP is looking for opportunities for HBCU graduates
"Dear Readers of The Milwaukee Times: "The Milwaukee Education Partnership (MEP) seeks to expand the pipeline of professional opportunities in Southeastern Wisconsin for graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). "America’s HBCU institutions have been at the forefront of preparing African American professionals, especially educators, engineers, … [Read more...] about MEP is looking for opportunities for HBCU graduates
MATC ‘Protective Services Ceremony’ remembers first responders on 23rd anniversary of 9/11 attack
On Wednesday September 11, 2024, Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) honored the 423 first responders who were victims of the attacks on September 11, 2001 in a ceremony titled "MATC Remembers - A Salute to First Responders." The solemn commemorative event recognized the 72 police officers, 343 firefighters and eight Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and paramedics … [Read more...] about MATC ‘Protective Services Ceremony’ remembers first responders on 23rd anniversary of 9/11 attack
Remembering Dr. Bobbie J. Lathan, community leader and volunteer
On September 11, 2024, Milwaukee lost a community leader and true servant of the Lord, Dr. Bobbie Jean Lathan, at age 83. With God as her guide, Bobbie Lathan committed her life to serving with compassion. Lathan was born in Pine Bluff, AR, and relocated to Milwaukee as a child. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1959. In 1972, the Miller Brewery Company (now … [Read more...] about Remembering Dr. Bobbie J. Lathan, community leader and volunteer
Cedarburg PAC, Inc., announces new Visiting Artist series
The new season of the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center (PAC), Inc., Visiting Artists Series kicks off this October. It showcases a broad range of nationally and internationally renowned performers and rising stars in an intimate and beautiful theatre, including a Vegas rock n’ roller, a yacht rock celebration, a country music tribute, three beloved tenors, a contemporary … [Read more...] about Cedarburg PAC, Inc., announces new Visiting Artist series
Books by black authors we can’t wait to read in September 2024
Beach season may be coming to an end, but the great books keep on coming. September is loaded with titles by brilliant black authors for all ages and lovers of every genre. This month features a touching memoir from comedian Rickey Smiley; a look at the intersection of race, religion and sexuality from journalist Don Lemon; and a how-to to get is shape by tennis legend … [Read more...] about Books by black authors we can’t wait to read in September 2024
‘I had a right to be at Central’: Remembering Little Rock’s integration battle
It was late September 1957, and students at Little Rock Central High School in Arkansas had been in class for three weeks. Everyone, that is, but 14-year-old Carlotta Walls (pictured above) and eight other teenagers who were to be Central High’s first black students. They had been prevented from entering the school by an angry mob of citizens, backed up by a group of Arkansas … [Read more...] about ‘I had a right to be at Central’: Remembering Little Rock’s integration battle
This Week In Black History – September 19, 2024
September 19, 1893 – Elbert R. Robinson patented the electric highway trolley. September 20, 1830 – First National Convention for Free Men agreed to boycott slave produced goods. September 21, 1815 – General Andrew Jackson honored courage of black troops who fought in Battle of New Orleans. September 22, 1862 – Emancipation Proclamation announced. September 23, … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – September 19, 2024