On Wednesday, December 25, 2024, the Salvation Army along with more than 400 volunteers spent Christmas Day at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee, serving more than 1,000 meals to local families. The "Christmas Day Family Feast" is a 35-year tradition that both families and volunteers look forward to each year. Besides a delicious holiday meal there was music by DJ Homer … [Read more...] about Volunteers help feed thousands at Salvation Army’s ‘Christmas Day Family Feast’
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In Memory Of Those We Have Lost
Photo Collage - Marlena Shaw, Hinton Battle, Carl Weathers, Dexter Scott King, Henry Fambrough, Louis Gossett, Jr., D.J. Mister Cee, O.J. Simpson, Faith Ringgold, Echanting and 15 others. … [Read more...] about In Memory Of Those We Have Lost
We Care Crew hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’ at King Center
On Saturday, December 14, 2024, the We Care Crew hosted its annual “Breakfast with Santa” at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center, 1531 W. Vliet St. More than 250 children and their families played games, made craft projects, and best of all, picked out two gifts with help from members of the Milwaukee County Sheriffs (MCSO) and Milwaukee Police Department (MPD). … [Read more...] about We Care Crew hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’ at King Center
Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion celebrates 50th anniversary
The 50th anniversary of the Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion was celebrated on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the Baird Center, in downtown Milwaukee. It was the return of this significant community event since the pandemic. The first Debutante Cotillion was held in 1974, sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter. … [Read more...] about Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion celebrates 50th anniversary
Northcott Neighborhood House hands out free Thanksgiving meals
On Thursday, November 28, 2024, Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc., along with Bader Philanthropies and Westcare, hosted Northcott's "4th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway." Staff and volunteers handed out more than 1,000 bags full of turkeys and other Thanksgiving staples during the event. There were also free toys for children during the event. Leaders with Northcott say … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hands out free Thanksgiving meals
Milwaukee starts holiday season with ‘Holiday Lights Kick-off’ extravaganza
Milwaukee's annual big start to the holiday season returned to downtown on Thursday, November 21, 2024, with the "Holiday Lights Kick-off" extravaganza at Pere Marquette Park. The grand event marked the start of the "27th Annual Festival of Lights." The event featured live performances from dancers, singers, and musicians from all around Milwaukee. The highlight was a visit … [Read more...] about Milwaukee starts holiday season with ‘Holiday Lights Kick-off’ extravaganza
Honoring our veterans: A celebration of heroes
On Thursday, November 7, 2024, an outstanding Veterans Day program was held at the Milwaukee War Memorial, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The program was hosted by WTMJ4's Andrea Williams and veteran Richard Badger. Sixteen African American veterans from Milwaukee were honored for their service and sacrifice to this country and to their community. They represented every conflict, … [Read more...] about Honoring our veterans: A celebration of heroes
Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church honors veterans
Rev. Dr. Russell B. Williamson (left photo, front row, center), and members of Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church celebrated Veteran’s Day with a luncheon on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at the church located at 1825 W. Hampton Ave. The guest speaker was Center of Veterans Issues Vice President of Housing and Development Dr. Berdie Cowser (left photo, front row, center left), … [Read more...] about Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church honors veterans
History was made…but for better or worse?
On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, history was made, though not the kind many were hoping for. In a stunning turn of events, Republican former President Donald Trump re-won the office of President of the United States over current Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris. Harris who had entered the race for President late in the election season and generated a lot of hype and … [Read more...] about History was made…but for better or worse?
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Stroll to the Polls 2024’
On Saturday, October 26, 2024 the Greater Milwaukee Urban League, Urban League Guild, Young Professionals, and members of the Divine Nine Fraternities and Sororities came together to host 'Stroll To The Polls.' This Get Out The Vote (GOTV) initiative was in collaboration with Greater Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, where Rev. Kenneth Cutler is pastor. The 'Stroll to … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Stroll to the Polls 2024’