On Monday, December 14, 2020, Milwaukee Times Printing and Publishing Co., Publisher Lynda Jackson Conyers (right), and Milwaukee Times Printing and Publishing Co., Marketing Director Carmen Murguia (left) picked up the food for the Milwaukee Times first ever "Baskets of Hope: Free Food Giveaway," from Metro Market Store Director Andrew Rosenberg (center). The Baskets of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times gears up for ‘Baskets of Hope: Free Food Giveaway’
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Walnut Way cuts the ribbon on ‘Wellness Hub’ and announces new projects
On Wednesday, December 9, 2020, Walnut Way Conservation Corp. celebrated the opening of the Innovations and Wellness Commons (aka The Commons), 1609 West North Avenue. The new 5,470 square foot space is a community-driven, cooperatively funded multi-use commercial development. The new building includes space for eight health and wellness providers. Seven of the eight spaces … [Read more...] about Walnut Way cuts the ribbon on ‘Wellness Hub’ and announces new projects
Northcott Neighborhood House hosts ‘2020 Annual Housing Resource Fair’
On Saturday, November 21, 2020, the Annual Housing Resource Fair took place in front of Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th Street, which was hosted by Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderman Russell Stamper II. At the fair, there were Drive-up Resource Bags and 100 turkeys given out. There were also virtual online workshops on such topics as home buying, … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts ‘2020 Annual Housing Resource Fair’
MHSI hosts a socially distanced ‘9th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
On Friday, November 20, 2020, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) hosted their "9th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway," at their MLK Heritage Health Center, 2555 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Due to COVID-19 this year was different however, as families could not just walk up to receive their free holiday meal. Families were required to preregister and drive up or … [Read more...] about MHSI hosts a socially distanced ‘9th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
SOS Center hosts community open house
On Saturday, November 7, 2020, the SOS (Strength of Our Savior) Center, located at 4620 W. North Ave., hosted an open house to feature the many activities the center has to offer as well as many local vendors. The SOS Center is a non-profit social services agency that facilitates Christian care, educational instruction, after-school programming and life skills activities for … [Read more...] about SOS Center hosts community open house
Yes, we have a new President and Vice President!
On Saturday, November 7, 2020, after 5 long days of ballot counting, former Vice President Joe Biden was elected as our nation's 46th president and his running mate Senator Kamala Harris as vice president. Despite COVID-19, more people voted in this election than ever before, many by absentee ballot. Earlier on election day Donald Trump was ahead in many states, but as … [Read more...] about Yes, we have a new President and Vice President!
Milwaukee 2020 Election Results
In perhaps what has been one of the most chaotic election years ever, due to both COVID-19 and the highly contested presidential race, former Vice President of the United States Joe Biden takes a win in Wisconsin. As for the rest of the country the race for the White House may not be decided for another day or even more as Trump has vowed to fight the results if not in his … [Read more...] about Milwaukee 2020 Election Results
Black Mayors Endorse Joe Biden and Kamala Harris (video)
Watch the video of black mayors across the USA endorsing Joe Biden and Kamala Harris for president and vice president. … [Read more...] about Black Mayors Endorse Joe Biden and Kamala Harris (video)
Unite 4 Democracy presents ‘Pack the Polls Car Parade’
On Saturday, October 24, 2020, Unite 4 Democracy hosted "Pack the Polls," a non-partisan event held in more than 20 communities across Wisconsin. The Milwaukee locations included Midtown Mall, 5700 Capitol Dr.; Washington Park, Corner of Lisbon Ave. and Lloyd St.; and Clinton Rose Senior Center, 3045 N. Dr. MLK, Jr. Dr. Volunteers, community organizations, like Souls to the … [Read more...] about Unite 4 Democracy presents ‘Pack the Polls Car Parade’
Jay-Z’s Team ROC holds rally for Alvin Cole at Wauwatosa’s Hart Park
On Thursday, October 15, 2020, Jay-Z's social justice group Team ROC hosted a rally for the three victims of Wauwatosa police officer Joseph Mensah; Alvin Cole, Jay Anderson, Jr., and Antonio Gonzales at Hart Park, 7300 W. Chestnut St. Team ROC partnered with Until Freedom, and Gathering for Justice organized the rally for the family of Alvin Cole to bring attention to the … [Read more...] about Jay-Z’s Team ROC holds rally for Alvin Cole at Wauwatosa’s Hart Park