On Monday, February 1, 2016 former Milwaukee Alderman Michael McGee, Jr., returned to City Hall for a rally aimed at encouraging people to vote in the upcoming spring election. "This is the worst place for black folks, and black people, no matter how much money you make," McGee told the crowd. "It's time for us to really just take the city over — we're one of the biggest … [Read more...] about Former Alderman Mike McGee, Jr., holds early voting rally at city hall
Community Spotlight
Rebuilt South Stadium, renovated Custer Stadium part of district effort to strengthen athletic opportunities
Milwaukee Public Schools student athletes, district leaders and community members came together Friday, September 11, 2015 to cut the ribbons at two new MPS athletic fields, celebrating new opportunities for student athletes that enhance the MPS experience. The new football and soccer fields at the rebuilt South Stadium and the renovated Custer Stadium are a component of … [Read more...] about Rebuilt South Stadium, renovated Custer Stadium part of district effort to strengthen athletic opportunities
Volunteers build new playground on one Saturday at Merrill Park
Common Council President Michael J. Murphy (left) and Alderman Robert J. Bauman (center) participate in construction and dedication of a new playground at Merrill Park, 461 N. 35th St. (N. 35th and W. Michigan), on Saturday, September 12, 2015. More than 200 volunteers, including many from partners Marquette University High School and the Merrill Park Neighborhood Association, … [Read more...] about Volunteers build new playground on one Saturday at Merrill Park
Boston Store celebrates grand reopening of Mayfair Mall store
Boston Store at Mayfair Mall has completed its remodel and hosted a ribbon cutting and grand reopening event on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:45 a.m. The event kicks off an 18-day celebration at the Mayfair Boston Store and four other Milwaukee locations: Brookfield Square, Bayshore Mall, Southridge Mall, and Grand Avenue Mall. As part of the brand evolution, Boston Store … [Read more...] about Boston Store celebrates grand reopening of Mayfair Mall store
MEEP celebrates 6 years exposing urban youth to future career opportunities
Member of the Milwaukee Exposure and Explorer Project (MEEP) held their Sixth Annual Luncheon on Sunday, September 13, 2015 at the Four Points Sheraton, 8900 N. Kildeer Court in Brown Deer, WI. The luncheon theme was: Preparing Future Leaders for Tomorrow’s Careers. Pictured (from left) are MEEP founder, Ms. Lilly Simmons; Rev. and Mrs. Martin Childs of Pilgrim Rest Missionary … [Read more...] about MEEP celebrates 6 years exposing urban youth to future career opportunities
St. Ann’s Intergenerational Center celebrates opening of new Bucyrus campus
By Steve Waring Special to the Milwaukee Times Accompanied by the beat of African drums, the diversity found in Milwaukee’s 15th Aldermanic District was celebrated beginning promptly at 10 a.m., on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 during an elaborate, day-long dedication ceremony of the new Bucyrus Campus of the St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care at 2450 W. North Ave. “It’s a … [Read more...] about St. Ann’s Intergenerational Center celebrates opening of new Bucyrus campus
Unity Grand Chapter OES honors founder
Founding member Marion Ellis (seated) was honored on August 28, 2015 by the Unity Grand Chapter Order of Eastern Star. Ms. Ellis became an Eastern Star at the age of 18. She has been a member of the Unity Grand Chapter for over 65 years. Ms. Ellis established the Unity Grand Chapter Foundation Food Pantry which distributes food and clothing to needy families in the city of … [Read more...] about Unity Grand Chapter OES honors founder
Good food and great fathers recognized at annual ‘Men Who Cook’ event
The "16th Annual "Men Who Cook," and "6th Annual Dads Who Cook," was held at the Parklawn YMCA, 4340 N. 46th St., on Saturday, September 5, 2015. The popular event involves men preparing food that guests taste and vote on for the winner. This year there were three categories: desserts, appetizers, and main courses. There were three prize winners with each receiving an outdoor … [Read more...] about Good food and great fathers recognized at annual ‘Men Who Cook’ event
Women’s Equality 95 Years Later
Women’s Equality 95 Years Later By Stacey Y. Abrams and Kathy Hawken On August 26th, 1920, the amendment guaranteeing the right to vote for women officially became part of the U.S. Constitution. The anniversary of this historic achievement deserves recognition, celebration, and a huge “thank you” to those brave women who faced beatings, starvation, torture … [Read more...] about Women’s Equality 95 Years Later