March 1, 1994 – Leonard S. Coleman, Jr., elected president of the National Baseball League. March 2, 1867 – U.S. Congress enacted charter to establish Howard University. March 3, 1865 – Freedman’s Bureau established by the federal government to aid newly freed slaves. March 4, 1965 – Bill Russell of the Boston Celtics honored as NBA most valuable player for fourth … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – February 29, 2024
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 29, 2024
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Northcott Neighborhood House gifts home cooked meals and gifts to families on Christmas Day
On Monday, December 25, 2023, Northcott Neighborhood House hosted a festive celebration called "The 3rd Annual 'Tis the Season Family Dinners & Toys" event at their location at 2460 N. 6th St. Nearly 200 volunteers participated on Christmas Day alone. There were home cooked Christmas family meals along with toys and presents for girls, boys and teens available. Thousands of … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House gifts home cooked meals and gifts to families on Christmas Day
Salvation Army hosts 34th Annual Christmas Family Feast
On Monday, December 25, 2023, more than 4,000 people gathered at Milwaukee's Baird Center downtown to eat a home-cooked Christmas meal at the Salvation Army's 34th Annual Christmas Family Feast. “Christmas Family Feast is a Milwaukee tradition filled with food, fun, and fellowship," said Major Beverly Gates, Divisional Secretary for The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County. … [Read more...] about Salvation Army hosts 34th Annual Christmas Family Feast
Holy Redeemer COGIC hosts annual community-wide toy give-a-way
On Wednesday, December 20, 2023, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin, along with C.H Mason Health Clinic, IPAMA, Holy Redeemer Institutional Church Of God In Christ and Unite WI, hosted their annual "Holy Redeemer Church of God In Christ Annual Community-Wide Toy Give-A-Way" event at Holy Redeemer Church, 3500 W. Mother Daniels Way. Anthem was able to provide toys, food … [Read more...] about Holy Redeemer COGIC hosts annual community-wide toy give-a-way
Milwaukee Alderman Khalif Rainey is not seeking re-election
Rainey has served Milwaukee's Seventh Aldermanic District since 2016 Alderman Khalif Rainey announced Thursday, December 21, 2023 he will not seek re-election. He has served Milwaukee's Seventh Aldermanic District since 2016. In a statement, Rainey included some of the items the Common Council accomplished that he is most proud of. "When my colleagues and I started … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Alderman Khalif Rainey is not seeking re-election
President Biden talks investments in Milwaukee’s community with black, local business owners
President Joe Biden visited Milwaukee on Wednesday December 20, 2023, his third visit to the Badger State this year. Milwaukee is one of many stops for the president as he talks about his efforts and investments in local economies. "Today we're making sure Milwaukee is coming back and all of Milwaukee is coming back," Biden said. "Milwaukee business applications are … [Read more...] about President Biden talks investments in Milwaukee’s community with black, local business owners
Families enjoy the ‘African Heritage Soulful Santa Christmas’
On Saturday, December 9, 2023, Parent University founder Delores Sallis (top photo, left) along with Dr. Sabrina Robbins (top photo, right) presented the "African Heritage Soulful Santa Christmas" celebration at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center in Appleton, WI. A "Soulful Santa Train" led families to a Christmas wonderland that was set up by volunteers. The event included live … [Read more...] about Families enjoy the ‘African Heritage Soulful Santa Christmas’
Kwanzaa: What it really is and how and why it’s celebrated
Every year, around Christmas time, you may hear some black folks talking about celebrating Kwanzaa. many of them jokingly because they don’t know the history or roots behind the holiday. Here’s how it all came about and why celebrating it could be more important than ever. Maulana Karenga created Kwanzaa in 1966, as the first specifically African-American holiday. According … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa: What it really is and how and why it’s celebrated
North Central Service Club visits Matthews of Glendale Assisted Living
On Friday, December 22, 2023, North Central Service Club (NCSC) members (from left) Betty Munson, Valley Hollins, Frances Utsey, and Victoria Butler visited Matthews of Glendale Assisted Living, 7325 N. Port Washington Rd. to give all residents there a Christmas present from the club. All resident received an oversized throw to keep them warm. They are pictured with two … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club visits Matthews of Glendale Assisted Living