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AABN hosts Community Convening for community-based doula training initiative
On Thursday, April 27, 2023, the African American Breastfeeding Network (AABN) hosted a Community Convening meeting to share its plans to train and certify 21 people to become community-based doulas at the Greater Milwaukee Foundation, 101 W. Pleasant St. This event brought together elected officials, families, health care providers, community/birth workers, and other … [Read more...] about AABN hosts Community Convening for community-based doula training initiative
GMUL and Molson Coors team up to help small business leaders with the Entrepreneurship Connection Program
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) and Molson Coors hosted "The Power of Capital," the latest in a series of events in the Entrepreneurship Connection Program, on Monday, April 24, 2023, at the University Club, 924 E. Wells St. Entrepreneurs from across the greater Milwaukee area gathered to hear from financial experts on raising capital to launch and sustain their … [Read more...] about GMUL and Molson Coors team up to help small business leaders with the Entrepreneurship Connection Program
Milwaukee celebrates ‘8th Annual Black Restaurant Week’
On Sunday April 30, 2023, Gamma Pi Sigma and Iota Psi Sigma Wisconsin Chapter Sorors of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated celebrated the final day of the "8th Annual Black Restaurant Week" with a brunch at Sam's Place. Black Restaurant Week is organized by BlankSpace MKE and offers an opportunity for Black-owned restaurants to reach new customers, create an avenue for … [Read more...] about Milwaukee celebrates ‘8th Annual Black Restaurant Week’
Packers agree to $22.5-million contract extension for QB Jordan Love
With the new deal, Love will be under contract with the Packers through the 2024 season. The Green Bay Packers' new starting quarterback, Jordan Love, has agreed to a one-year contract extension with the Green Bay Packers, according to Adam Schefter. ESPN's Schefter tweeted Tuesday, May 2, 2023, saying Love agreed to the one-year deal worth $22.5 million, including $13.5 … [Read more...] about Packers agree to $22.5-million contract extension for QB Jordan Love
Milwaukee Public Schools proposed budget shows $19.1-million increase in school funding
Superintendent Posley is also proposing restoring revenue to the Construction Fund, to allow the district to continue to invest in school facilities. Milwaukee Public School (MPS) Superintendent Keith Posley has released the proposed budget for 2023-24, saying the focus remains on students and classrooms. The budget, according to the district, is nearly $1.5-billion; 94 … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools proposed budget shows $19.1-million increase in school funding
It’s always the guns
Gun violence takes a relentless toll in our nation. Every day more than 300 people are killed or injured by guns in the United States, and most of their stories never make the news at all. But this was yet another week when multiple gun tragedies made national headlines. One of those tragedies started out as a celebration: Alexis Dowdell’s sweet 16 birthday party at a dance … [Read more...] about It’s always the guns
Milwaukee Recreation honored for work with playfield renovations
Last month, Milwaukee Recreation was honored by the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (WiASLA) for work associated with its Dream Build Play initiative, which is transforming Milwaukee’s outdoor recreation landscape. The Merit Award recognized Milwaukee Recreation’s Equity Prioritization plan, while the Burnham Playfield renovation and Green Bay … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation honored for work with playfield renovations
Signed, sealed, delivered: High school seniors celebrate committing to MATC
Kurie Szukalski started swinging a hammer in middle school after watching her older brother work in the trades. She fell in love with carpentry and plans to build her own house someday. As a high school senior, Khalil Brown already works gigs as a disc jockey and photographer. He wants to work in radio, following in the soundwaves of his father, Reggie Brown, a popular … [Read more...] about Signed, sealed, delivered: High school seniors celebrate committing to MATC
This Week In Black History
May 4, 1961 – “Freedom Riders” begin protesting segregation of interstate bus travel in the South. May 5, 1988 – Eugene Marino, of Atlanta, GA becomes first African American installed as a Roman Catholic archbishop in the U.S. May 6, 1991 – The Smithsonian Institution approves the creation of the National African American Museum. May 7, 1878 – Joseph R. Winters patents … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History