On Saturday, May 30, 2026, the North Central Service Club hosted its 2026 Scholarship Awards Reception. Of its many service activities, the scholarship awards program is a major annual project of this nonprofit organization founded in 1966 with 17 active members currently. You see, it’s small and yet quite impactful! The dedicated members feel personally rewarded by giving … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club: A Small Organization That Gives in a Big Way
Northcott Neighborhood House Hosts the 2026 Freedom Ball
Honoring Excellence | Empowering the Future On Friday, June 12, 2026, Northcott Neighborhood House hosted, the Juneteenth Milwaukee Freedom Ball at Harley Davidson Museum-Garage, 400 W. Canal St. This elegant event empowers the next generation by providing equitable access to higher education. Through community-driven financial support, we award scholarships that foster … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House Hosts the 2026 Freedom Ball
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 18, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Our special Juneteenth issue!!! Northcott Neighborhood House hosts the 2026 Freedom Ball; North Central Service Club hosts its 2026 Scholarship Awards Reception; Everything you need to know about getting to Summerfest this year; MATC raises the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 18, 2026
Dr. MLK, Jr., Community Center Hosts 50th Anniversary Celebration
On Saturday, June 6, 2026 the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center hosted its 50th anniversary celebration. The community center opened in 1976 in King Park, 1531 W. Vliet St., on Milwaukee’s near West Side and since then it has been a vital part of the neighborhood providing both space for the community as well as much needed outreach programs. The celebration … [Read more...] about Dr. MLK, Jr., Community Center Hosts 50th Anniversary Celebration
Milwaukee Students Connect at GMUL’s “S.T.E.A.M. n2 Careers Summit”
On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosted its "S.T.E.A.M. n2 Careers Summit" at Discovery World in downtown Milwaukee. From hands-on experiments to face-to-face conversations with industry professionals, the Summit delivered a full day of immersive learning opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, agriculture, and mathematics. For many … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Students Connect at GMUL’s “S.T.E.A.M. n2 Careers Summit”
Juneteenth Celebrates 55 Years with ’35th Annual Scholarship Pageant’
On Saturday, June 6, 2026, Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc. and the Juneteenth committee hosted the "35th Annual Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant," as part of its 55th Annual Juneteenth celebration at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th St., the historic location where Juneteenth celebrations originated in Milwaukee. The Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant continues to serve … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebrates 55 Years with ’35th Annual Scholarship Pageant’
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 11, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Juneteenth celebrates 55 years with '35th Annual Scholarship Pageant'; Milwaukee Students Connect at GMUL's "S.T.E.A.M. n2 Careers Summit"; Peabo Bryson, timeless tenor of Disney ballads and R&B legend, dead at 75; Dr. MLK, Jr., Community … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 11, 2026
The Story of Lieutenant Colonel Corrine “Coco” Burnett
An Outstanding Black Woman in U.S. History who lived right here in Milwaukee, Wisconsin By Carmen A. Murguia,Milwaukee Black Media “The courage and dedication of women in the military is nothing short of remarkable.”-A well-known saying in the United States Army The City of Milwaukee has lost a true decorated soldier, accomplished nurse and educator, incredible … [Read more...] about The Story of Lieutenant Colonel Corrine “Coco” Burnett
Encore Richard Kluge School: Shule Ya Msingi Ya Waigizaji Wa Sanaa
(Swahili Translated to English: Encore Richard Kluge Elementary School of the Arts Cast Members) Grade 3 teacher Monifa Lacking and Principal Keshum Willingham were excited to share the incredible talents of the students of Richard Kluge Elementary. Kluge Elementary Cast and Staff Production Crew had a seamless production of, “The Lion King Kids.” The singing and acting by … [Read more...] about Encore Richard Kluge School: Shule Ya Msingi Ya Waigizaji Wa Sanaa
MyPath Welcomes New President and CEO, Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson
On Wednesday, May 21, 2026, MyPath Board of Directors member Attorney Vincent Lyles hosted a community leaders and business partner reception at the Wisconsin Club to recognize the appointment of Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson as MyPath President and CEO. This gathering provided an opportunity for local community leaders and business partners to meet Dorothy—a visionary leader … [Read more...] about MyPath Welcomes New President and CEO, Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson