On Friday, December 25, 2020, the Salvation Army was proud to present its 31st Christmas Family Feast. The annual event typically serves more then 8,000 people at a sit-down meal inside the Wisconsin Center. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it looked a little different this year. Instead of the sit-down option, all the meals were takeout and curbside pickup only at … [Read more...] about The Salvation Army provides Christmas Day Dinner in Milwaukee
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Milwaukee Times hosts first-ever ‘Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway’
On Saturday, December 19, 2020, The Milwaukee Times Printing and Publishing, Co. hosted its first-ever "Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway," at the African American Women's Center (WAAC), 3020 W. Vliet St. Pictured above at the event are (top photo, from left) WAAC Executive Director Josephine Hill; Black Excellence Committee member Nobie Reed; Feeding America … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times hosts first-ever ‘Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway’
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts ‘5th Annual Holiday Dinner Giveaway’
On Friday, December 18, 2020, The Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) hosted their "5th Annual Holiday Dinner and COVID-19 Safety Kit Giveaway," at the Issac Coggs Heritage Health Center, 8200 West Silver Spring Drive. In an effort to help feed those in need this Christmas, MHSI, MHS Health Wisconsin, Social Development Commission, Feeding America, Molina Healthcare, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts ‘5th Annual Holiday Dinner Giveaway’
1,500 toys delivered to youth at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee
Generosity in action was on display on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 as Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee (BGCGM) treated 1,500 Club members with holiday gifts during their 2020 Holiday Toy Drive. Throughout the pandemic, BGCGM has been supporting Milwaukee’s youth with safe spaces, academic support, social emotional care, nutrition, and more. This time of year, … [Read more...] about 1,500 toys delivered to youth at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee
Milwaukee Fire Department announces new Deputy Chief Sharon Purifoy
The Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) is proud and excited to introduce one of the newest Command Staff members, Deputy Chief Sharon Purifoy. A 17-year veteran of the MFD, Chief Purifoy is eminently qualified to fill this role, leveraging her Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership and Administration and her experience in numerous pivotal leadership roles. Her promotion to … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Fire Department announces new Deputy Chief Sharon Purifoy
Judge rules for former MPD chief in suit against FPC
A Milwaukee County judge has ruled in favor of former Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales in his wrongful dismissal lawsuit against the Fire and Police Commission. According to online court records, the court reversed the decision of the board to demote Morales this past summer. Earlier this month, the city attorney admitted Morales did not receive due process when the … [Read more...] about Judge rules for former MPD chief in suit against FPC
Milwaukee Times gears up for ‘Baskets of Hope: Free Food Giveaway’
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’
Despite COVID Voices of the Fatherless Child celebrates 10 years of giving
Even with the coronavirus, Voice of the Fatherless Child celebrated its 10th year of the Single Parent Christmas Project along with sponsors, Home Depot-Northshore Location, Hupy & Abraham, Church Women United, Singer-Worldwide DG, spoken word poet Keziah Love, and many more. Voice of the Fatherless Child was able to support 5 families this year. Normally they would … [Read more...] about Despite COVID Voices of the Fatherless Child celebrates 10 years of giving
Former Brewer Curtis Granderson and The Players Alliance distribute goods in Milwaukee
On Monday, December 14, 2020, former MLB player and President of The Players Alliance Curtis Granderson, along with other former and current MLB players, and Interchange Food Pantry distributed food, COVID-19 supplies and baseball gear to families at St. Mark AME Church, 1616 W. Atkinson Ave. The Players Alliance was formed about six months ago with nearly 150 Black current … [Read more...] about Former Brewer Curtis Granderson and The Players Alliance distribute goods in Milwaukee
Charley Pride, a country music Black superstar, dies at 86
Charley Pride, country music’s first Black superstar whose rich baritone on such hits as “Kiss an Angel Good Morning” helped sell millions of records and made him the first Black member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, has died. He was 86. Pride died Saturday, Decmeber 12, 2020 in Dallas of complications from COVID-19, according to Jeremy Westby of the public relations … [Read more...] about Charley Pride, a country music Black superstar, dies at 86