On May 30, 2024, the City of Milwaukee Citizen Advisory Committee on the Naming of Streets voted to approve placing an honorary street sign in the name of the late Dr. Gloria Ford Gilmer (who passed in 2021) at N. 6th Street and W. Highland Avenue on the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) campus. In 2023, Dr. Gilmer became the first black female mathematician to have … [Read more...] about Honorary street sign approved for Dr. Gloria Gilmer
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Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide
The Fellowship Open, one of the nation’s premiere corporate and community charity golf events for 24 consecutive years, announced its 2024 Legends Honorees – Milwaukee Brewers Associate Manager Rickie Weeks, and Milwaukee Bucks Assistant Coach Vin Baker. Weeks was honored during the Brewers home stand at American Family Field on Monday, June 24, 2024. The popular and … [Read more...] about Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide
Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates ’53rd Annual Juneteenth Day’
On Wednesday, June 19, 2024, Northcott Neighborhood House presented the "53rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration Parade and Festival" from N. 14th St. and W. Atkinson Ave. to N. MLK Dr. and W. Locust St. Milwaukee is home to one of the longest – held Juneteenth Day celebrations in the United States. June 19, 2024 marked the 53rd anniversary of the local event to commemorate … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates ’53rd Annual Juneteenth Day’
Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc., presents ‘Juneteenth Milwaukee Freedom Ball 2024’
On June 14, 2024, Northcott Neighborhood House, along with the Juneteenth Planning Committee, presented the "2024 Juneteenth Milwaukee Freedom Ball," at the Harley Davidson Museum, 400 W. Canal St. The mission of the ball is to empower the next generation by providing equitable access to higher education through scholarships funded by collaborative community financial support. … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc., presents ‘Juneteenth Milwaukee Freedom Ball 2024’
Northcott Neighborhood House announces winners of the’33rd Annual Juneteenth Scholarship’ event
On Saturday, June 8, 2024, Northcott Neighborhood House hosted the "33rd Annual Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant," at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th Street. These young scholars were judged in categories such as poise, personality, creative talent, and formal wear; their essay on the 2024 Juneteenth theme, “Our History, Our Culture, Our Village;" and an intellectual … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House announces winners of the’33rd Annual Juneteenth Scholarship’ event
Superintendent Keith Posley resigns following MPS special board meeting
Milwaukee Board of School Directors voted unanimously early Tuesday, June 4, 2024 to accept resignation of Dr. Keith Posley Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Keith Posley has resigned following a special board meeting that was held the evening of Monday, June 3, 2024. The Milwaukee Board of School Directors (MBSD) accepted his resignation unanimously in an after … [Read more...] about Superintendent Keith Posley resigns following MPS special board meeting
Business Educational Consortium hosts ‘2024 Senior Prom Gala Awards’
On Saturday, May 25, 2024, it was about staying connected - young people connecting with elders. The Educational Consortium, Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club and Soroptimist International- Milwaukee joined forces to present their "2024 Seior Prom Gala Awards" at Alverno College. These connections provide emotional well-being, mental stimulation, a sense of purpose, … [Read more...] about Business Educational Consortium hosts ‘2024 Senior Prom Gala Awards’
African American Women’s Center celebrates ’24th Annual Faces of Hope Hat Luncheon’
The Wisconsin African American Women’s (WAAW) Center held its "24th Annual Faces of Hope Hat Luncheon" on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the WAAW Center, 3020 W. Vliet St. The theme for this year was "Living Legacies" and the Mistress of Ceremonies was Dr. Janice R. Pugh (middle photo). Comedian Inger “Spitfire” Henderson, the auctioneer for the bidding on the hats the models wore, … [Read more...] about African American Women’s Center celebrates ’24th Annual Faces of Hope Hat Luncheon’
Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church celebrates 36th anniversary of Pastor G.H. Jolly
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Pastor George H. Jolly and First Lady Diane Jolly celebrated 36 years as pastor of Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. The celebration was held at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel with a dinner and musical tribute. Doc Smith & the Disciples, Mt. Pilgrim MBC Praise Team, Mime Dancers, and Minister Geraldo Rivas. Key speakers included: Pastor … [Read more...] about Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church celebrates 36th anniversary of Pastor G.H. Jolly
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority celebrates ‘6th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrated '6th Annual AKA Day at the Derby', the Foundation's signature fundraiser. Held annually on the first Saturday in May this years' event coincided with the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby, 'AKA Day at the Derby' and was held at The Preserve … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority celebrates ‘6th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’