On Thursday, February 11, 2021, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. MICAH "We Rise" will offer a lively virtual version of its annual Black History Celebration. Honoring the past by celebrating the present, this year's theme is "Building a Healthy Community," and will feature Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Aronica Williams as the keynote speaker. There will also … [Read more...] about MICAH to host virtual Black History Celebration
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Social justice issues in America: Gun violence
The Brady United, an organization inspired by Jim and Sarah Brady that led to President Clinton signing the Brady Bill into law, notes that gun violence is a racial justice issue. Brady United notes that Black Americans are twice as likely as white Americans to die from gun violence and 14 times more likely than white Americas to be wounded. Gun violence, according to … [Read more...] about Social justice issues in America: Gun violence
Delores Wilkins, one of Milwaukee community’s cherished members, passed away on December 21
Delores Nicholson Wilkins was born in St. Louis, MO December 26, 1929, to Thomas White Nicholson and Viola Comer Nicholson. As a family, they moved to Quincy, IL in 1932. From Quincy, IL they moved to Milwaukee, WI in 1944. Delores graduated from North Division High School where she excelled in band (clarinet and bassoon), science and math. After graduation from North Division … [Read more...] about Delores Wilkins, one of Milwaukee community’s cherished members, passed away on December 21
Social justice issues in America: Prison reform
Prison reform is a movement to improve conditions inside prisons, the effectiveness of the criminal justice system and to reduce recidivism and strengthen public safety. Last week, statistics were given regarding the number of persons of color incarcerated in America. To end mass incarceration, reform is needed. Advocates of prison reform realize there is unfairness in our … [Read more...] about Social justice issues in America: Prison reform
Social justice issues in America: Racial profiling and economic inequity
As we begin a new year, this column will turn its focus to social justice issues in America as it is recognized there are still some very serious social justice issues that must be addressed. Social justice issues can range from issues involving one’s race to inequality in education, healthcare and economic injustice, etc. Since America has a long history with race issues, this … [Read more...] about Social justice issues in America: Racial profiling and economic inequity
Happy New Year Blessing Messages 2021
As new year comes close, the only thing that revolves around the mind is the best wishes that comes our way. The best wishes otherwise called as blessings are pretty important and are considered significant by many. New Year Blessing Messages are in use from ages and many people send in these messages on New Year's Day especially to bless the younger ones in the family to have … [Read more...] about Happy New Year Blessing Messages 2021
Remembering the life of Gloria Ann Wilson
By Sandra Malone, Daughter Gloria Ann Wilson (Nee Malone) was born on November 30, 1935 in Memphis, Tennessee to Fannie and Jack Wilson, Sr. She grew up as the only girl amongst four brothers, Milton, James (Buzzy), Charles (The Dap) and Jack Wilson, Jr. They protected their sister during their childhood, but she helped take care of them later in life as the last surviving … [Read more...] about Remembering the life of Gloria Ann Wilson
2020 year-in-review and a preview ahead into 2021
What a year 2020 has been! We watched as the coronavirus became a global pandemic. According to the CDC the pandemic has claimed more than 266,000 lives at the time of the submission of this article and continues to disrupt lives in unprecedented ways. While a vaccine is likely to be approved soon, we are not there yet. So, let’s continue to do the 3 W’s: Wear a mask, Wash your … [Read more...] about 2020 year-in-review and a preview ahead into 2021
Please Join Us for Christmas Mass at St. Francis of Assisi Parish
Christmas Eve Mass at 3:00, 5:00 (bilingual) and 7:00 PM Christmas Day Mass at 8:30 AM … [Read more...] about Please Join Us for Christmas Mass at St. Francis of Assisi Parish
Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary Rev. and Mrs. Hill
Normally in December, I write the Year-In-Review, then take a sabbatical for the remainder of the month. However, with 2020 being such a tough year for many of us, I want to run this “feel-good” story before my usual Year-In-Review. A “feel-good” story is one that brings a smile to one’s face and makes them feel happy. The story of the Rev. and Mrs. Hill is one of those … [Read more...] about Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary Rev. and Mrs. Hill