Legendary Green Bay Packers Wide Receiver Donald Driver will star in six new video commercials, part of a new advertising campaign to encourage seat belt use by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Known as ‘Click it, or Ticket’, the mobilization will be run during the month of May. The messages feature Driver surprising unsuspecting patrons at Gee Clippers in … [Read more...] about Donald Driver will star in six new video commercials
Community Spotlight
Community advocate Nellie Weddle celebrates 80th birthday
For nearly three decades Nellie Weddle, former owner of the Surfside 16 Bar and Lounge, sponsored an NBA Pro-Am Men’s Basketball League and a Youth-Am Basketball Program. Eventually Nellie sold the Surfside Lounge and ended her involvement with the basketball leagues only to become an active volunteer with the Neighborhood Leadership Committee. On April 24, 2016 Nellie decided … [Read more...] about Community advocate Nellie Weddle celebrates 80th birthday
Third Annual Pastors United Gala and Banquet emphasizes ‘Power in Economics’
By The Milwaukee Times staff The third annual Pastors United Banquet & Gala honored eight community leaders from the Central City and heard a fiery keynote speech on personal finance by Dr. Claud Anderson. The theme for the gala this year held, April 23 at Cardinal Stritch University was: “Power in Economics,” which also happens to be one of the primary objectives for … [Read more...] about Third Annual Pastors United Gala and Banquet emphasizes ‘Power in Economics’
Talking Kosher/Soul Culture and Food with Michael W. Twitty
Michael W. Twitty, a black Jewish culinary historian, teacher and author based in Washington, DC, participated in a forum on “Identity Cooking” at Centennial Hall in the Milwaukee Public Library on April 12. The conversation was the first in a series of lectures exploring ways in which Jewish history and culture is intertwined with the experience of people of color. Twitty … [Read more...] about Talking Kosher/Soul Culture and Food with Michael W. Twitty
BLACK WOMEN 50+ HEALTH & LIFESTYLES MAGAZINE
We need 50 women to walk with Team … BLACK WOMEN 50+ HEALTH & LIFESTYLES MAGAZINE Registration deadline April 28 at the AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK 3 mile fundraising walk for awareness and prevention of breast cancer... Saturday, May 7, 2016 Veterans Park on the Lake / 1010 N. … [Read more...] about BLACK WOMEN 50+ HEALTH & LIFESTYLES MAGAZINE
LaFollette fourth grader to shine at national poetry slam in New York
CBS 58 By Marshanna Hester Milwaukee - A local fourth grader is taking her talents to New York City. She's been chosen to represent Milwaukee in the America Scores National Poetry Slam. "She has great heart," said Jen Taff, social worker LaFollette School. "She has a lot of leadership skills." It's those skills that made Pashia Bowens,10, perfect for Taff's … [Read more...] about LaFollette fourth grader to shine at national poetry slam in New York
Campaign kickoff for Senator Lena Taylor
On Thursday, April 7, 2016 State Senator Lena Taylor hosted a campaign kickoff for the upcoming fall primary. Senator Taylor was joined by friends, family and supporters at the Big Eazy Restaurant, 2053 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Senator Taylor, who was elected to the Senate in 2004, is facing a challenge from fellow Democrat, Representative Mandela Barnes. Taylor … [Read more...] about Campaign kickoff for Senator Lena Taylor
Bucks sign 30-year lease with new arena owner
The Milwaukee Bucks have signed a 30-year lease with the public entity that will own the team's new arena. The Bucks will pay at least $1 million annually to rent the arena from the Wisconsin Center District. Those lease payments will total $45 million over the term of the lease. The district board approved the terms of the lease agreement Wednesday, April 13, … [Read more...] about Bucks sign 30-year lease with new arena owner
The Salvation Army recognizes volunteer heroes at annual luncheon
On Monday, April 11, 2016 the Salvation Army hosted their annual volunteer appreciation luncheon during National Volunteer Week. The event took place at the Italian Conference Center, 631 East Chicago Street and honored local volunteers. Volunteers are not only the heart of The Salvation Army, they are heroes. The Salvation Army recognized the following outstanding … [Read more...] about The Salvation Army recognizes volunteer heroes at annual luncheon
Seaway Bank and Trust Co. kicks off Community Banking Month
On Thursday, April 7, 2016 Seaway Bank and Trust Company kicked off Community Banking Month by hosting a "Small Business Luncheon" in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration and SCORE at the Seaway Milwaukee branch. The event featured speakers (right photo, from left) Seaway branch manager Tracy Meeks; SCORE volunteer Joyce Goulet; and Small Business … [Read more...] about Seaway Bank and Trust Co. kicks off Community Banking Month