On Wednesday April 11, 2018, the Greater Milwaukee Association of Realtors (GMAR) and city leaders recognize the 50th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act at an event held on the Marquette University campus. Speakers for the event were Mayor Tom Barrett; Alderman Ashanti Hamilton; former Milwaukee NAACP Youth Council member and Commando Fred Reed; civil rights activist Margaret … [Read more...] about GMAR celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act
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FashionWalk 2018:’It Takes a Village to End Sex Trafficking’
On Sunday, March 25, 2018, the Foundations for Freedom, Inc., hosted its annual "FashionWalk" fundraiser, at Leader Luxury, 6310 N. 43rd Street. The FashionWalk brought together youth, community leaders, and local fashion designers to raise awareness of the seriousness of the problem of human trafficking in our communities through the glamour of a fashion show. The … [Read more...] about FashionWalk 2018:’It Takes a Village to End Sex Trafficking’
A View From The Top: Celebrating Five Decades of Common Council Leadership
On Thursday, March 22, 2018, Marquette University, Avenues West Association and Near West Side Partners presented a luncheon entitled, "A View From The Top: Five Decades of Common Council Leadership," at the Tripoli Shrine Center, 3000 West Wisconsin Ave. The luncheon was a historic conversation with the past and present African American Common Council presidents, including … [Read more...] about A View From The Top: Celebrating Five Decades of Common Council Leadership
Milwaukee Business Journal showcases Milwaukee’s business diversity
On Tuesday, March 20, 2018, The Milwaukee Business Journal hosted its annual "Diversity in Business Awards Luncheon" at Tripoli Shrine Center, 3000 West Wisconsin Ave. The Diversity in Business Awards salute the spirit of entrepreneurship, growth and optimism of companies and individuals who are positively impacting central cities in southeast Wisconsin. Pictured are some of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Business Journal showcases Milwaukee’s business diversity
Dr. Lester Carter, Jr. talks natural health with Canaan Baptist Church
On Sunday, March 11, 2018, Canaan Baptist Church hosted local renowned pharmacist and author Dr. Lester L. Carter, Jr., R.Ph. (right) for a question-and-answer session and signing for his book "Healing the Human Body with God's Remedies," at Canaan Baptist Church Education Building, 2964 N. 11th Street. The event was organized by Canaan Baptist Church Community Engagement … [Read more...] about Dr. Lester Carter, Jr. talks natural health with Canaan Baptist Church
Lowell International Elementary School celebrates ‘Read Across America’
On Friday, March 2, 2018, Lowell International Elementary School celebrated "Read Across America," at their school located at 4360 South 20th Street. Each year the National Education Association sponsors a nationwide reading event to celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday and to promote reading to children. Each school invites local guest celebrities, politicians, athletes and other … [Read more...] about Lowell International Elementary School celebrates ‘Read Across America’
33rd Annual Black Excellence Awards
Lester L. Carter, for Healing the Human Body with God’s Remedies
Copies of Dr. Carter’s new book: “Healing the Human Body with God’s Remedies” are available for purchase at the following Milwaukee locations for $10 Wisconsin sales tax included: Hayat-Carter Herbal Shoppe 2400 W. Burleigh St. Milwaukee, WI 53206 414-442- 8760 Hayat Pharmacy 1919 W. North Ave. Milwaukee, Wi 53205 414-347- 0000 And through The Milwaukee Times Weekly … [Read more...] about Lester L. Carter, for Healing the Human Body with God’s Remedies
The Milwaukee Times Newspaper in conjunction with the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
The Milwaukee Times Newspaper in conjunction with the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, Brookfield, WI, presents a Contest to Win a pair (2) of tickets to see SPHINX VIRTUOSI! SPHINX VIRTUOSI is comprised of 18 of the nation’s top Black and Latino classical soloists, these alumni of the internationally renowned Sphinx Competition come together each fall as cultural … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Times Newspaper in conjunction with the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
Wisconsin Senate committee OKs hemp farming bill
MADISON, Wis. — The state Senate’s agriculture committee has overwhelmingly approved a bill that would allow Wisconsin farmers to grow hemp. The panel voted unanimously Wednesday to approve the proposal. The vote clears the way for a full floor vote in the Senate. The bill would set up state licenses for famers looking to grow industrial hemp. People with drug convictions … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Senate committee OKs hemp farming bill