The Milwaukee Common Council was pleased to honor a pillar of the Northside community, pharmacist and entrepreneur Dr. Lester Carter, during its regular meeting on Tuesday, October 11, 2016. Dr. Carter first opened Carter's Drug Store at 2400 W. Burleigh Street in 1968, and has served members of his community for nearly 50 years. Seventh district Alderman Khalif J. … [Read more...] about Common Council recognizes Northside’s Dr. Lester Carter
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The Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative hosts 11th Annual Fatherhood Summit
On October 7 and October 8, 2016 Mayor Tom Barrett presented The Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiatives' "11th Annual Fatherhood Summit." The two-day event was held at Greater New Birth Church, 8237 W. Silver Spring Drive. This year's theme was "Planting Seeds to Grow Stronger Fathers and Families," and reflected the efforts of the Fatherhood Initiative to strengthen families … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative hosts 11th Annual Fatherhood Summit
‘A Time to Honor,’ a celebration for Dr. Louise A. Morman
Family members, friends and leaders of Canaan Baptist Church 2975 N. 11th St., gathered around Dr. Louise A. Morman (seated) on Sunday, October 9, 2016 during a day of celebration for her 60 years of ministry to the church at the local, state and national level. Among the many positions she has held or continues to hold at Canaan Church are Deaconess, Outreach Officer, … [Read more...] about ‘A Time to Honor,’ a celebration for Dr. Louise A. Morman
Divas in Training attend first-ever Brewers ‘Give Back Game’
On Sunday, September 23, 2016 the Milwaukee Brewers hosted their first annual "Give Back Game" at Miller Park, in which the team donated ticket proceeds from their final home game of the season to four local charities. As part of this special event, fans had the opportunity to secure tickets to the Crew's match-up with the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for a donation to a … [Read more...] about Divas in Training attend first-ever Brewers ‘Give Back Game’
Milwaukee Urban League opens ‘Neighborhood Job Center Access Point’
On Tuesday, September 27, 2016 the Milwaukee Urban League, the Department of Workforce Development, Milwaukee County, the City of Milwaukee, Employ Milwaukee Workforce Development, and Job Center of Wisconsin hosted the opening of the Neighborhood Job Center Access Point inside the Milwaukee Urban league, 435 West North Ave. The Access Point helps individuals looking for work … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League opens ‘Neighborhood Job Center Access Point’
Riverside University High School hosts ‘All City Class Reunion’
On Friday, September 30, 2016 at the Astor Hotel, Riverside University High School held their "All City Class Reunion." This momentous occasion featured alumni attending who graduated since the 1950's and beyond, with the Classes of '72, '81, and '74 having the biggest turnouts. … [Read more...] about Riverside University High School hosts ‘All City Class Reunion’
Black Youth Vote! Launches its HBCU/Community “Vote Your Power” Challenge Across the Country
Black Youth Vote! Launches its HBCU/Community “Vote Your Power” Challenge Across the Country Black Millennials Leading the Way to Leverage Their Voting Power in the 2016 Election Cycle (Washington D.C.) – The Black Youth Vote! Network has launched its 2016 HBCU/Community “Vote Your Power” Challenge (BYV! ’16 … [Read more...] about Black Youth Vote! Launches its HBCU/Community “Vote Your Power” Challenge Across the Country
BDPA Milwaukee Chapter hosts high school computer competition and youth technology camp awards ceremony
On Thursday, September 22, 2016 BDPA Milwaukee Chapter celebrated the success of its High School Computer Competition and Youth Technology Camp participants with an awards recognition ceremony at MillerCoors. The Milwaukee chapter completed its 3rd year of operation by preparing nine students to participate and compete in the 2016 National BDPA High School Computer … [Read more...] about BDPA Milwaukee Chapter hosts high school computer competition and youth technology camp awards ceremony
Mayor Barrett submits austere and resourceful 2017 proposed budget to Milwaukee Common Council
Despite “the triple whammy of increased pension obligations, rising health care costs and cuts in state aid” Mayor Tom Barrett submitted to the Milwaukee Common Council a proposed 2017-18 budget of $1.53 billion which includes just a 2.7 percent increase in taxes. According to Mayor Barrett, the average homeowner will experience an annual property tax increase of … [Read more...] about Mayor Barrett submits austere and resourceful 2017 proposed budget to Milwaukee Common Council
Milwaukee Branch NAACP host 2016 Freedom Fund Dinner
On Friday, September 23, 2016 the NAACP Milwaukee Branch hosted their annual Freedom Fund Dinner at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. The theme for this year's dinner was, "Our Lives Matter, Our Votes Count" and the keynote address was delivered by TV One Morning News host Roland Martin. Pictured at the event are (from left) NAACP state president Frank A. Humphrey; … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Branch NAACP host 2016 Freedom Fund Dinner