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
Our Daily Bread hosts a ‘Family Holiday Gathering’
Six-year-old Naleighyna Craney (center) and her uncle Deshawn Grandberry (left), receive treats and decorate sweets provided by Our Daily Bread Community Resource Center, Inc., Founder and Chief Executive Office Lea Kyle-Lewis (right), during their "Family Holiday Gathering" event at Barack Obama School of Career and Technical Education, 5075 N. Sherman Blvd., on Tuesday, … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread hosts a ‘Family Holiday Gathering’
Kappa League members receive school supply gift cards
On Sunday, December 3, 2023, The Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., and Donald Tate presented school supply gift cards to the Kappa League members at Albright New Hope United Methodist Church, 5555 W. Capitol Drive. Tate cashed in his coins from years of savings and donated it to the high school students. Tate is a retired Milwaukee Public School … [Read more...] about Kappa League members receive school supply gift cards
This Week In Black History – December 28, 2023
December 28, 1905 – Earl “Fatha” Hines, “Father of Modern Jazz Piano”, born. December 29, 1924 – Author, sportswriter A.S. “Doc” Young born. December 30, 1842 – Congressman Josiah Walls born. December 31, 1930 – Odetta, blues and folk singer, born. January 1, 1863 – President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation January 2, 1965 – Martin … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – December 28, 2023
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 28, 2023
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