As the saying goes, "The show must go on" and the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) put on quite a show despite a pandemic. The "35th Annual Black and White Ball,' was held on Saturday, November 21, 2020, safely on-line of course. The decision to hold the event virtually this year was an easy one. With a greater need in the community due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the MUL needed to … [Read more...] about MUL hosts ’35th Annual Black and White Ball,’ virtually of course
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Ten reasons to pay attention to ACA open enrollment this year
The coronavirus pandemic has dominated the nation’s attention for about nine months. But, there’s another thing many people may want to pay attention to right now, especially with historic job losses: How to maintain health insurance coverage at a time they may need it most. The combination of extraordinary job losses and a historic pandemic are likely to test the … [Read more...] about Ten reasons to pay attention to ACA open enrollment this year
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’
Supervisor Taylor and Dream Team United host outdoor Thanksgiving feast
Milwaukee County Supervisor Sequanna Taylor and Dream Team United came together to host an outdoor community Thanksgiving feast on Thursday, November 26, 2020, at a vacant lot on the corner of Center and 35th streets. A free, traditional Thanksgiving meal was provided to attendees along with giveaways of winter hats, gloves, socks and groceries. “The holiday … [Read more...] about Supervisor Taylor and Dream Team United host outdoor Thanksgiving feast
MUL and Target host ‘Thanksgiving Feast and Winter Warm-up’ at Auer Ave. School
On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and Target warmed up the hearts of children at Auer Avenue Elementary School, 2319 W. Auer Ave., with a "Thanksgiving Feast and Winter Warm-up." Turkey dinners were distributed as were coats, hats and gloves for all of the 173 students of the school. Distribution was done with the help of MUL President and CEO … [Read more...] about MUL and Target host ‘Thanksgiving Feast and Winter Warm-up’ at Auer Ave. School
President-elect Biden chooses all-female White House press team
President-elect Joe Biden has named an all-female senior communications team for his upcoming administration. More than half of the seven positions will be filled by women of color. The choices are part of Biden’s effort to create an administration that, in his words, “actually looks like America.” Biden’s campaign communications director, Kate Bedingfield, will serve as … [Read more...] about President-elect Biden chooses all-female White House press team
Emmett Till house poised to take first step toward official landmark status
The Chicago house of Emmett Till, whose brutal murder in Mississippi helped spark the civil rights movement, is expected to take the first step toward official city landmark status on December 3, 2020. The Commission on Chicago Landmarks will consider a recommendation for the house, at 6427 S. St. Lawrence Ave., beginning a multistep process that would protect it from … [Read more...] about Emmett Till house poised to take first step toward official landmark status
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’
Illuminating Milwaukee’s Downtown joyously and safely
Milwaukee’s downtown will shine brightly Nov. 19 – Jan. 1 as more than 500,000 lights and dozens of animated displays are set aglow for the 22nd annual Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival – a “snowcially-distanced” celebration. The annual display of lights, coordinated by Milwaukee Downtown BID #21, will transform three downtown parks into winter wonderland scenes – “Community … [Read more...] about Illuminating Milwaukee’s Downtown joyously and safely
Family and friends honor cancer patient with month full of gifts for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
On Saturday, October 31, 2020, the friends and family of Damiyen Smith surprised her with a brand new recliner chair and book of quotes and pictures from friends and family. Saturday was the culmination of a month long celebration of Mrs. Smith, who is currently battling stage 4 breast cancer. As October was Breast Cancer Awareness month, Mrs. Smith's sister, Brandy Webb, … [Read more...] about Family and friends honor cancer patient with month full of gifts for Breast Cancer Awareness Month