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
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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’
Milwaukee Branch NAACP celebrates 100th anniversary
The Milwaukee Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) celebrated its 100th anniversary on Friday, October 18, 2024, at the Baird Center during its annual Freedom Fund Dinner. The keynote speaker was New York Democrat Congressman Hakeem Jeffries. The Milwaukee Branch NAACP has functioned as one of the city’s leading civil rights … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Branch NAACP celebrates 100th anniversary
The Men’s Network honors ‘Men of Grace’
The Men's Network of Community Baptist Church of Greater Milwaukee held its first "Men of Grace Banquet" at the Four Points Sheraton in Brown Deer on Sunday, October 13, 2024. Eighteen senior legends were honored and recognized for their community and military service. The honorees were all 90- years-old and older. Ninety-year-old, Reuben Harpole was the youngest among the … [Read more...] about The Men’s Network honors ‘Men of Grace’
African Diaspora Council’s 8th Annual School Supply Drive
On Friday, October 4, 2024, African Diaspora Council (ADC), celebrated its "8th Annual School Supply Drive," with a brief ceremony before delivering school supplies on the UW-Milwaukee campus. They are very happy to announce that with the success of the previous years, they have provided almost $10,000 worth of school supplies, personal hygiene items, and art supplies to … [Read more...] about African Diaspora Council’s 8th Annual School Supply Drive
Top Ladies of Distinction hosts Fall 2024 induction ceremony
Top Ladies of Distinction, Incorporated (TLOD) Milwaukee Chapter, held its first in-person Induction Ceremony and Luncheon since 2016, on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Northwest. Seven ladies, with hearts to provide service in the community, were inducted. The new members include Ladies Kourtney Anderson, Brittany Beene, Dreanna Cummings, Shaquita … [Read more...] about Top Ladies of Distinction hosts Fall 2024 induction ceremony
North Central Service Club hosts ’49th Annual Scholarship Luncheon’
The North Central Service Club (NCSC) held its "49th Annual Scholarship Luncheon" on June 1, 2024 at the Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., in Milwaukee. Eleven female scholars representing the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) were recognized. Each of the scholarship recipients submitted an essay on the theme, "When Challenges Require Me To Be Strong, I Conquer … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club hosts ’49th Annual Scholarship Luncheon’