The North Central Service Club, Inc., held its 44th Annual Scholarship Luncheon on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at the Four Points Sheraton in Brown Deer. Mrs. Vera LeBlanc (top photo, with yellow flowers), a longtime member of North Central Service Club for more than 40 years, was honored by the organization. Mrs. LeBlanc, a retired educator, was surrounded by family members and … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club honors longtime member, Vera LeBlanc, at annual scholarship luncheon
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Wisconsin ranked #2 for Black homicide victimization
91 percent of Black homicide victims in Wisconsin were killed with guns Wisconsin has the second-highest Black homicide victimization rate in the nation with a rate of 37.57 per 100,000—nearly twice the national Black homicide victimization rate and more than seven times the overall homicide rate nationwide— according to a new analysis by the Violence Policy Center … [Read more...] about Wisconsin ranked #2 for Black homicide victimization
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele signs resolution declaring racism a public health crisis
On Monday, May 20, 2019, County Executive Chris Abele joined Supervisor Marcelia Nicholson, Supervisor Supreme Moore Omokunde and the Office on African American Affairs (OAAA) to sign a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis. The resolution builds on the county’s efforts to ensure racial equity is part of the public discourse and in the decision making … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele signs resolution declaring racism a public health crisis
Milwaukee Urban League Guild hosts ‘Annual Health Awareness Day’
On Saturday, May 18, 2019, The Milwaukee Urban League Guild (MULG) hosted their annual "Health Awareness Day," at the Neighborhood House of Milwaukee, 2819 W. Richardson Place. The focus of this year's Health Awareness Day was "Combating Obesity in the Community!" The event had information booths, sessions, and demonstrations on everything from Tai Chi, nutrition, and healthy … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League Guild hosts ‘Annual Health Awareness Day’
Wisconsin Historical Society launches campaign for new Wisconsin History Museum
On Tuesday, May 14, 2019, the Wisconsin Historical Society launched their campaign for a new Wisconsin History Museum at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 W. Center St. The new Madison based museum will be a state-of-the-art show space to house the extensive collection the Society has. The Wisconsin Historical Society values building relationships with all … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Historical Society launches campaign for new Wisconsin History Museum
Mount Moriah M.B.C. celebrates 63rd church anniversary
On Sunday, May 19, 2019 Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, 416 West Christine Lane, celebrated their 63rd church anniversary. The theme for the event was "63 Years Moving Forward by God's Grace," and the guest speaker was Metropolitan Baptist Church Senior Pastor Rev. Brandle C. Marrow, Sr. The anniversary celebration was attended by church members, community leaders, city … [Read more...] about Mount Moriah M.B.C. celebrates 63rd church anniversary
Chris Abele announces re-election bid for County Executive
On Tuesday, May 14, 2019, Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele announced the launch of his re-election campaign at popular local business Gee's Clippers, 2200 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. During the event Abele met with press and others to discuss his campaign further. “Milwaukee County is a great place to live, and we have made a lot of progress addressing the … [Read more...] about Chris Abele announces re-election bid for County Executive
Dr. Dwight C. Watson named new chancellor of UW-Whitewater
Dr. Dwight C. Watson, Provost and Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs at Southwest Minnesota State University, has been named the 17th Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents on Thursday, May 23, 2019, unanimously approved Watson’s appointment, following the recommendation made by a selection … [Read more...] about Dr. Dwight C. Watson named new chancellor of UW-Whitewater
Zion Hill celebrates 60th ‘Diamond Year’ church anniversary
On Sunday, May 9, 2019, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church celebrated its 60th Diamond Year Church Celebration at the church, 1825 W. Hampton Ave. The theme for the celebration was "The Church is the Flavor and Light for a Change in this Present World" The guest speaker for the event was Rev. James Anthony Phillips (left photo, at podium), Pastor of Blessed Deliverance … [Read more...] about Zion Hill celebrates 60th ‘Diamond Year’ church anniversary
WAAW hosts ’23rd Annual Faces of Hope Hat Luncheon’
On Saturday, May 18, 2019, the Wisconsin African American Women, Ltd. (WAAW) hosted their annual "Face of Hope Hat Luncheon" at the WAAW Center, 3020 West Vliet Street. This years them was "The Spirit of Entrepreneurship and Community Service." The mistress of ceremonies was Gina Green-Haris.The event included a hat auction, fashion show and live entertainment by Lloyd … [Read more...] about WAAW hosts ’23rd Annual Faces of Hope Hat Luncheon’