On Saturday, July 20, 2019, Garfield 502 Bar and Restaurant hosted the 22nd Annual Garfield Days Blues, Jazz, Gospel and Arts Festival on W. Garfield Ave. between N. 4th Street and N. 7th Street. Garfield Days is a vibrant annual celebration in the Bronzeville district. This year's festival featured local music, food and activities. This event was free and open to the public. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee celebrates ’22nd Annual Garfield Days’
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WRTP Big Step celebrated graduation for Leonardo DRS training
On Wednesday, July 17, 2019, the Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership (WRTP)/BIG STEP students have completed the required courses for Leonardo DRS employment. The will go immediately into a hands-on training program at Leonardo DRS to begin a permanent position after all requirements have been completed. Nine people were trained in Entry Level Manufacturing Skills (ELMS) in … [Read more...] about WRTP Big Step celebrated graduation for Leonardo DRS training
HACM hosts annual meeting and honors locals making a difference
On July 17, 2019, the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) welcomed nearly 300 people to its annual meeting to celebrate the ripples of hope created throughout its 75 years of providing high quality, affordable housing options and supportive services to Milwaukee families, seniors, disabled adults, and veterans. During the event HACM recognized several partners for … [Read more...] about HACM hosts annual meeting and honors locals making a difference
Gov. Evers announces appointment of Darrell Williams as Administrator of the Division of Emergency Management in the Department of Military Affairs
Gov. Tony Evers on Thursday, July 11, 2019, announced his appointment of Dr. Darrell Williams as Administrator of the Division of Emergency Management in the Department of Military Affairs. Dr. Williams was previously the Assistant Superintendent for the Beloit School District. He has also served as a Turn Around Principal for Washington High School and Casimir Pulaski High … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers announces appointment of Darrell Williams as Administrator of the Division of Emergency Management in the Department of Military Affairs
Fiserv Forum to hold job fair August 2, 2019
Fiserv Forum will host a job fair to hire more than 130 part-time employees on Friday, August 2., 2019. Positions available include guest services, security, retail, technology support and ticket selling. Candidates are encouraged to bring a paper resume to the job fair to guarantee an interview. All open positions will be posted on the Bucks' website. The job fair will … [Read more...] about Fiserv Forum to hold job fair August 2, 2019
UNCF hosts 2019 Walk/Run for Education
On Saturday, July 13, 2019, the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) hosted their annual Walk/Run for Education at Veterans Park on the lakefront. The family friendly 5K (3.1 mile) walk and certified run is a major fundraising event for the the Milwaukee Chapter of UNCF. It has become an annual tradition with many of the corporate employees, donors, volunteers and friends who look … [Read more...] about UNCF hosts 2019 Walk/Run for Education
LULAC hosts free three-day convention and expo in Milwaukee
On Thursday, July 11 to Saturday, July 13, 2019, The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) hosted their 90th Annual National Convention & Exposition in Milwaukee. A number of events, panels, a free Expo and conferences took place as part of the convention to get Latino voters ready for the 2020 presidential election. As part of their initiatives, LULAC is … [Read more...] about LULAC hosts free three-day convention and expo in Milwaukee
Serena Williams is finally getting her own box of Wheaties
She's the second black female tennis player to be featured. Serena Williams is finally getting what she deserves. The tennis superstar has won 23 grand slam singles titles, 14 grand slam doubles titles and four Olympic gold medals. She’s also been featured in various magazines, television shows and box-office breaking movies. But one thing Williams has never done is grace … [Read more...] about Serena Williams is finally getting her own box of Wheaties
The vocal prowess of Bettye LaVette to headline Black Arts Fest MKE!
LaVette’s performances draw high praise across the world and fest goers at Black Arts Fest MKE will find out why. Black Arts Fest MKE is proud to announce that a woman who is referred to as more than a singer, but as an interpreter of the highest order, will grace the Johnson Controls World Music Stage. Bettye LaVette can transform any song, whether it originated from … [Read more...] about The vocal prowess of Bettye LaVette to headline Black Arts Fest MKE!
Trump renews racist attacks against Democratic Congresswomen
The president stoked his racist comments telling four progressive lawmakers of color to “go back” to other countries. President Donald Trump on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, continued his hate-filled attacks on a group of Democratic congresswomen of color, falsely accusing them of being “pro-terrorist” and “anti-USA.” Trump, who on Sunday, July 14, launched his racist tirade, … [Read more...] about Trump renews racist attacks against Democratic Congresswomen