Gov. Tony Evers announced on Monday, April 27, 2020, that another turn of the dial in expanding allowed operations for nonessential businesses, providing even more opportunities for businesses to get back to work in a safe and responsible way. The Emergency Order, signed Monday, April 27, 2020, by Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary- designee Andrea Palm, … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers announces expanded opportunities for certain nonessential businesses
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Gov. Evers announces Badger Bounce Back plan to reopen Wisconsin’s economy
Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday, April 20, 2020 the Badger Bounce Back plan to share guidance on the criteria that must be met before the state’s economy can safely reopen. “As we’ve learned over the past month, in the most difficult of circumstances, Wisconsinites will rise to the occasion, helping each other and working together to do what’s best for our families, our … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers announces Badger Bounce Back plan to reopen Wisconsin’s economy
Milwaukee spring 2020 election results
Despite the threat of the COVID-19 virus, more than 18,800 Milwaukee residents, many wearing masks to try to protect their health, headed to the polls on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 to vote in-person in the middle of the pandemic. In addition more than 75,000 returned absentee ballots were also counted, according to the City of Milwaukee Election Commission. Voting was made even … [Read more...] about Milwaukee spring 2020 election results
Spring election continued on despite coronavirus
Polls were open across Wisconsin on Tuesday, April 7, 2020, an election day unlike any other. Some voters in Milwaukee were being told to expect to wait up to 2 1/2 hours to cast their ballots. Cities have consolidated the number of polling sites due to a shortage of workers willing to interact with the public due to the coronavirus. Lines at five polling locations … [Read more...] about Spring election continued on despite coronavirus
Civil rights leader, MLK aide Joseph Lowery dies at 98
The Rev. Joseph E. Lowery, a veteran civil rights leader who helped the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., found the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and fought against racial discrimination, died March 27, 2020, a family statement said. He was 98. A charismatic and fiery preacher, Lowery led the SCLC for two decades — restoring the organization’s financial stability and … [Read more...] about Civil rights leader, MLK aide Joseph Lowery dies at 98
Wisconsin’s ‘Safer at Home’ order in effect for next 30 days
Gov. Tony Evers said Tuesday his new "Safer at Home" order in effect for the next month. Gov. Tony Evers said Tuesday, March 24, 2020, his new "Safer at Home" order will be in effect for the next month. He directed Department of Health Services Secretary- designee Andrea Palm to prohibits all nonessential travel, with some exceptions. The order went into effect at 8 a.m. … [Read more...] about Wisconsin’s ‘Safer at Home’ order in effect for next 30 days
Milwaukee responds to COVID-19: Closures and cancellations
Coronavirus is causing organizers to cancel or postpone some community events. The following events have been canceled or postponed: • Potawatomi Hotel & Casino: Closing at 5 p.m., March 17. No word on when it will reopen. • Milwaukee Municipal Court: Closed until May 1. • Skylight Theatre’s Evita and Candide: Rescheduled for later dates. • Pabst Mansion: … [Read more...] about Milwaukee responds to COVID-19: Closures and cancellations
CAPITA Productions presents ‘We Are The Drum’ 2020
On Saturday, February 29, 2020, CAPITA (City at Peace in The Arts) Productions presented "We Are The Drum 2020: Believe, Achieve, Receive," at Marshall High School, 4141 N. 64th Street. The musical event was a dynamic celebration of our country's rich African American heritage and history, spotlighting some of the greatest African American musical entertainers of all … [Read more...] about CAPITA Productions presents ‘We Are The Drum’ 2020
The Milwaukee Times hosts the 35th Annual Black Excellence Awards
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Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
On Saturday, February 15, 2020, Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative, and The Social Development Commission hosted the 17th Annual Daddy/ Daughter Dance at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St. This year's dance hosted more than 1,000 fathers with their daughters, dressed in their best attire. The evening began with a dinner, followed by the dance … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance