On Saturday, October 19, 2019 the North Division High School Alumni Association presented their "7th Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet," at the Hilton Garden Inn, 11600 West Park Place. Every two years the Alumni Association recognizes former North Division High School students, staff, and coaches who helped shape the great athletic legacy of North Division High School. This … [Read more...] about North Division High School Alumni Association hosts 2019 Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
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‘Off the Shelf Book Club’ podcast hosts premiere author awards in home town
On Sunday, October 13, 2019, JWM Productions presented the "Off the Shelf Book Club Authors Awards Luncheon," at the Hilton Garden Inn Park Place Convention Center, 11600 W. Park Place. The event is the brainchild or former WNOV "Off the Shelf Book Club" radio show host Jennifer Washington McMurray (inset), a native of Milwaukee, who now hosts the show as a podcast out of … [Read more...] about ‘Off the Shelf Book Club’ podcast hosts premiere author awards in home town
Former Congressman John Conyers dies at 90
Former U.S. Congressman John Conyers, whose 15-year fight to pass legislation that would make Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday a federal holiday, has died. He was 90. The longtime Michigan Democrat represented what is now the state’s 13th Congressional District (which includes parts of western Detroit) for more than 50 years. Conyers resigned in 2017. Conyers was … [Read more...] about Former Congressman John Conyers dies at 90
Community activist and leader Mildred Harpole passes
On Thursday October 24, 2019, Mildred L. Harpole (nee Cowan) passed away in the hospital with her husband of sixty years, Reuben K. Harpole, Jr., lovingly by her side. Mildred was born and raised in Cleveland, OH; however, she attended St. Frances Academy’s boarding school in Baltimore, MD for a few years for grade school. She returned to Cleveland where she attended high … [Read more...] about Community activist and leader Mildred Harpole passes
Molina Healthcare hosts 13th Annual Community Champions Awards
On Thursday, October 17, 2019, Molina Healthcare hosted its thirteenth annual Community Champions Awards program at the Renaissance Place, 1451 N. Prospect Ave. The program was created in 2006 to honor and bring together people whose leadership, volunteerism, and public advocacy embody the spirit of service and community. Winners each receive a $3,000 grant for the nonprofit … [Read more...] about Molina Healthcare hosts 13th Annual Community Champions Awards
Calvary Baptist Church hosts Annual Celebration of Friendship
On Sunday, September 29, 2019, Calvary Baptist Church hosted their Annual Celebration of Friendship at their church, 2959 N Teutonia Ave. As part of the celebration a group of male Calvary members known-as the "Bone Burning Brothers," cooked for more than 100 church members and guests. The menu included Shrimp Scampi with Linguine, greens, red beans and rice, curry chicken, and … [Read more...] about Calvary Baptist Church hosts Annual Celebration of Friendship
NAACP Milwaukee Branch hosts 2019 Annual Freedom Fund Dinner
On Friday, October 18, 2019, the Milwaukee Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) hosted their Annual Freedom Fund Dinner at the Wisconsin Center Expo Hall (third floor), 400 West Wisconsin Ave. This year's theme was "When We Fight, We Win." With the current political and social climate, the theme was highly appropriate. The message … [Read more...] about NAACP Milwaukee Branch hosts 2019 Annual Freedom Fund Dinner
Congressman Elijah Cummings passes at 68
An iconic and honorable member of Congress has passed away. Rep. Elijah E. Cummings, the son of sharecroppers who rose to represent parts of Baltimore, the city where he was born and raised, died early Thursday, October 17, 2019, at age 68. The Maryland Democrat died at Gilchrist Hospice Care, which is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital, at about 2:30 a.m. EDT from … [Read more...] about Congressman Elijah Cummings passes at 68
Local entrepreneur and community leader, Darrin Reasby, passes
Darrin Reasby local entrepreneur, chef, heart transplant survivor, and community advocate, who died on Saturday, October 19, 2019, was 53. Over the years he worked with many companies, organizations and even worked for several celebrities. But his greatest joy came from teaching children and youth how to be dreamers, and fulfill the purpose of God in their lives. Darrin was … [Read more...] about Local entrepreneur and community leader, Darrin Reasby, passes
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Master Stylist Epsilon Kappa Omega chapter presents Breast Health Day at St. Ann’s Center
On Saturday, October 12, 2019, The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter presented Breast Health Day at St. Anns Center for Intergenerational Care Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. The free community event featured Froedtert Memorial Hospital and Medical College of Wisconsin Surgical Oncology professor Dr. Alonzo Walker, MD, FACS who discussed … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Master Stylist Epsilon Kappa Omega chapter presents Breast Health Day at St. Ann’s Center