On Thursday, April 11, 2019, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) presented the 20th Annual Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development and Innovation (MANDI) at Potawatomi Hotel. The MANDI Awards recognize excellence in community development and "Celebrate the Change Makers." The Mistress of Ceremonies was Today's TMJ4 News Anchor Shannon Sims and the event was … [Read more...] about LISC presents the 20th Annual MANDI Awards and ‘Celebrates the Change Makers’
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The Parenting Network celebrates ‘National Child Abuse Prevention Month’
On Tuesday, April 9, 2019, The Parenting Network celebrated April as 'National Child Abuse Prevention Month,' with a special proclamation celebration at Bader Philanthropies, Inc. headquarters, 3300 N. MLK Drive. Strengthening parenting and preventing child abuse has been the mission of The Parenting Network since their founding in 1976. Since then they have worked hard to … [Read more...] about The Parenting Network celebrates ‘National Child Abuse Prevention Month’
County Executive Chris Abele encourages elected officials to support BLOC
By Nyesha Stone Earlier this month, County Executive Chris Abele teamed up with BLOC to see what he could be doing more as an elected official. Although he’s highly involved in the community, Abele wanted to know the things he was missing when it comes to concerns and issues in the city. BLOC (Black Leaders Organizing for Communities) is a nonprofit that gives a platform … [Read more...] about County Executive Chris Abele encourages elected officials to support BLOC
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate 71st anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking Major League Baseball’s color barrier
On Monday, April 15, 2019, The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated the 71st anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier during their game against the St. Louis Cardinals. As part of the celebration, players donned jerseys sporting the number 42. The ceremonial first pitch was thrown by Brian Diggs(center), Milwaukee's Jackie Robinson Foundation … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate 71st anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking Major League Baseball’s color barrier
Salvation Army hosts “A Day Just for You” women’s free resource fair
On Saturday, April 13, 2019, The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County hosted a free resource fair for women entitled, "A Day Just for You!" at the Salvation Army branch, 5880 N. 60th Street. The event offered the attendees a chance for escape from their normal routine and included activities, workshops, speakers and a resource fair with a number of local organizations on hand … [Read more...] about Salvation Army hosts “A Day Just for You” women’s free resource fair
Suspect arrested in Louisiana black church arson cases
The first fire engulfed St. Mary Baptist Church in late March, incinerating nearly everything that stood within the historically black church. Pews turned to ash, and the brick walls burned so hot that they collapsed into piles of smoldering rubble in Port Barre. Then another black church in St. Landry Parish burned, and then another — three in a span of 10 days, sending … [Read more...] about Suspect arrested in Louisiana black church arson cases
Tiger Woods shook up golf at the Masters, it might be just the beginning
Jack Nicklaus was fishing in the Bahamas on Sunday, April 14, 2019, as Tiger Woods resumed circling him in the quest for Nicklaus’s record of 18 major golf championships. But in his news conference after winning the Masters for his 15th major title, Woods didn’t sound exactly bloodthirsty. “I’m sure that I’ll probably think of it going down the road,” Woods said, referring … [Read more...] about Tiger Woods shook up golf at the Masters, it might be just the beginning
Russell Wilson becomes NFL’s highest paid player
Russell Wilson is sticking around with the Seattle Seahawks as the highest paid player in the National Football League (NFL). Wilson posted a video on social media early Tuesday, April 16, 2019, saying, “Seattle, we got a deal,” shortly after agreeing to a $140 million, four-year extension with the Seahawks, his agent Mark Rodgers said. Wilson’s new deal runs through the … [Read more...] about Russell Wilson becomes NFL’s highest paid player
Milwaukee Business Journal presents Flash Forum for Democratic National Convention
On Friday, April 5, 2019, Milwaukee Business Journal hosted a flash forum on the forthcoming Democratic National Convention in 2020, at Good City Brewing & Taproom. The forum entitled "Democratic National Convention: How Milwaukee-Area Business Can Get Involved," featured a panel that included (from left) Wisconsin Center CEO Marty Brooks; Dynamic Events by David Caruso … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Business Journal presents Flash Forum for Democratic National Convention
Mahogany CARES, Inc. presents ‘Safe Harbor: Stories of Survivors’ for Black Women Heal Day
On Monday, April 1, 2019, Mahogany CARES, Inc. hosted a special event for International Black Women Heal Day entitled, "Safe Harbor: Stories of Survivors (SOS)," at Aurora Mt. Sinai's Rapkin Auditorium, 960 N. 12th Street. The event, which was coordinated by Christian Women Perspective Ministries, Inc. founder Dr. Alice L. Belcher, D. Div., M.S., B.A., CDVA, Black Women Heal … [Read more...] about Mahogany CARES, Inc. presents ‘Safe Harbor: Stories of Survivors’ for Black Women Heal Day