On Sunday, March 15, 2026, the Institute for the preservation of African-American Music and Arts (IPAMA), 3200 W. Hampton Ave., recently hosted the 80th birthday celebration of Deacon Ronald Lawrence. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin he attended Milwaukee’s West division high school in 1963, now Milwaukee School of the Arts. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted and served in … [Read more...] about Deacon Ronald Louis Lawrence Celebrates Surprise 80th Birthday Celebration
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New Hope Missionary Baptist Church Installs New Pastor
After 78 years, Reverend Reginald D. Ivy was installed as the third Pastor of the New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 2433 W. Roosevelt Dr., on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Reverend Ivy acknowledged that he stands on the shoulders of two great pastors – Reverend Raymond L. Lathan who organized New Hope and retired in 1994, and Reverend Dr. Archie L. Ivy, the father of Pastor … [Read more...] about New Hope Missionary Baptist Church Installs New Pastor
‘Divine 9’ Visits Albert Story Elementary School for Black History Month
On Monday February 23, 2026, representatives of the "Divine 9", the nine historically African American fraternities and sororities that compose the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), visited Albert Story School, 3815 W. Kilbourn Ave., to talk to the students about higher education and opportunities in the community as part of Black History Month. Among the Divine 9 … [Read more...] about ‘Divine 9’ Visits Albert Story Elementary School for Black History Month
United Christian Church honors local leaders for Black History Month
On Sunday, February 22, 2026, United Christian Church, led by Pastor Dimitri Mack (right), honored Greater Milwaukee Urban League President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall (center) and Greater Milwaukee Urban League Director of Partnerships and Special Projects Faithe Colas (far right), for their exceptional contributions to Milwaukee’s Black community. This award presentation was part … [Read more...] about United Christian Church honors local leaders for Black History Month
Milwaukee Chapter of the Links, Inc., Launch Black K.A.R.E. Initiative to Raise Awareness of Kidney Disease
On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, the Milwaukee Chapter of The Links, Incorporated along with Mayor Cavalier Johnson and others, unveiled a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus designed to promote kidney health across the city. According to the National Kidney Foundation, Black Americans are three times as likely to develop kidney failure in comparison to white … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Chapter of the Links, Inc., Launch Black K.A.R.E. Initiative to Raise Awareness of Kidney Disease
BE Legacy of Excellence Awards Host Green Bay Packers Legends at IPAMA
On Thursday, February 26, 2026 BE Legacy of Excellence Awards welcomed Green Bay Packers football legends LeRoy Butler, Gilbert Brown, and Antonio Freeman to the Institute for the Preservation of African American Music and Arts (IPAMA) for a Pre-Awards Reception. The reception was hosted by Atty. John Daniels, Jr. and Dr. Valerie Daniels-Carter. The program emcee was Marcel … [Read more...] about BE Legacy of Excellence Awards Host Green Bay Packers Legends at IPAMA
41st BE Legacy of Excellence Awards honors Milwaukee’s best
On Friday, February 27, 2026, the BE Legacy of Excellence Awards (formally The Black Excellence Awards) hosted it's 41st annual celebration of Milwaukee's African American community for Black History month at the Baird Center, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave. This year's special honorees “Men Behind the Mic,” which celebrate our local African American male news anchors (top left photo) … [Read more...] about 41st BE Legacy of Excellence Awards honors Milwaukee’s best
Innovation Meets Impact: GMUL’s ‘Economic Vibrancy Luncheon’ Delivers
On Friday, February 27, 2026, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) hosted their "Economic Vibrancy Luncheon" at the the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. The annual event began with an exclusive Executive Briefing that brought together 33 of Milwaukee's most influential leaders — top executives, strategic partners, and visionary entrepreneurs — for an intimate, … [Read more...] about Innovation Meets Impact: GMUL’s ‘Economic Vibrancy Luncheon’ Delivers
CAPITA Productions Presents ‘We Are The Drum 2026’
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, City at Peace in the Arts (CAPITA Productions) presented "We Are The Drum 2026," at Marshall High School, 4141 N. 64th St. "We Are The Drum," is an annual performance that incorporates African American history and the performing arts in an educational, enlightening, and entertaining stage production. During the performance, an intergenerational … [Read more...] about CAPITA Productions Presents ‘We Are The Drum 2026’
America’s Black Holocaust’s Museum Honors the Memory of Founder, Dr. James Cameron
From Friday, February 20, to Saturday, February 21, 2026, America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) hosted a two-day Founders' Day community weekend in memory of the late Dr. James Cameron, founder of the ABHM. Dr. Cameron, who passed on June 11, 2006, was one of a few documented survivors of a lynching and the Founders' Day event served to honor his journey and his dedication to … [Read more...] about America’s Black Holocaust’s Museum Honors the Memory of Founder, Dr. James Cameron