Talented Milwaukee singers, dancers, actors, and choreographers presented this year’s production of “We Are the Drum.” This annual high-energy musical revue was an exciting evening of music and dance in a community setting. Performances ran from February 23–March 3, 2025, at Milwaukee Marshall High School, at 4141 N. 64th St. This year’s theme was “The Rhythm of Our State.” … [Read more...] about “We Are the Drum” takes audience on a musical journey through black history
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Community Huddle hosts Deputy Sheriff Naquianna Jefferson, first black female technician for Milwaukee SWAT
On Friday, February 28, 2025, 5th grade girls at William Cullen Bryant School got the opportunity to hear Milwaukee County Sheriff's Deputy Naquianna Jefferson talk about how she became the first African American female Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) technician in Milwaukee County at the age of 30. This event was part of the Community Huddle ‘B. Marshall Scholar’ Black … [Read more...] about Community Huddle hosts Deputy Sheriff Naquianna Jefferson, first black female technician for Milwaukee SWAT
Constitutional amendment asked to enshrine WI’s voter ID law into state constitution
In person early voting begins Tuesday, March 18, 2025 ahead of the April 1 election In-person absentee voting began Tuesday, March 18, 2025, ahead of the April 1 election, which features several statewide races, including for Wisconsin Supreme Court. Wisconsin voters will also be asked whether to enshrine the state's current voter ID law, which requires a photo … [Read more...] about Constitutional amendment asked to enshrine WI’s voter ID law into state constitution
Milwaukee prepares to host NCAA tournament games
Fiserv Forum to host two rounds of Big Dance The madness in March is hitting Milwaukee. Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks, will host two rounds of the NCAA basketball tournament this weekend. "Milwaukee's always been a great host, but since Fiserv Forum has opened, it's become a whole new level of experience with the student athletes of NCAA," said Sports … [Read more...] about Milwaukee prepares to host NCAA tournament games
Let’s groove tonight: Motown and the Philly Sound with your MSO
Within a few years of its inception in the early 1960s, Detroit’s Motown record label was already molding the sounds that would define an entire generation of pop artists; and with the founding of Sigma Sound studio in Philadelphia at the end of the decade, America was well on its way to enjoying one of its most sensational musical revolutions. Join your Milwaukee Symphony … [Read more...] about Let’s groove tonight: Motown and the Philly Sound with your MSO
Nearby Nature Milwaukee recognizes African American environmentalists
On Monday, February 24, 2025, Nearby Nature Milwaukee hosted the 6th annual "African American Environmental Pioneer Awards" (AAEPA), at the Urban Ecology Center located at Washington Park. The event recognized those in Milwaukee’s African American community working for a better environment. Nominees were chosen by previous honorees and event organizers. This year's honorees … [Read more...] about Nearby Nature Milwaukee recognizes African American environmentalists
40th Annual Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards honors ‘Phenomenal Women’
On February 28, 2025, The Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards/Louvenia Johnson Scholarship Fund hosted the "40th Annual Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards" at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee. The even's 40th anniversary theme was "Celebrating Four Decades of Excellence: Honoring Phenomenal Women" and recognized __ women in various categories (middle photo) including … [Read more...] about 40th Annual Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards honors ‘Phenomenal Women’
North Division students create T-shirt for MSO’s Bach’s 340th birthday celebration
Fozia Habib (left) and Kelben Davis look for design inspiration for their next art project at North Division High School (NDHS). Davis and Nathaynayal Sledge (not pictured) recently created the winning T-shirt design for the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra’s (MSO) week-long series of concerts in celebration of the 340th birthday of composer Johann Sebastian Bach. The students … [Read more...] about North Division students create T-shirt for MSO’s Bach’s 340th birthday celebration
Honorable Judge Clarence R. Parrish honored with street naming
On Friday March 7, 2025, the City of Milwaukee installed street signs on North Teutonia Avenue between WestCenter Street and West Clark Street, renaming Teutonia to honor Judge Clarence R. Parrish Street. His daughterAtty. Shelia M. Parrish-Spence, JD, MSE licensed lawyer for State of Wisconsin was present along withfamily members for the unveiling of the street sign in her … [Read more...] about Honorable Judge Clarence R. Parrish honored with street naming
Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes
Former Milwaukee Bucks small forward Junior Bridgeman died Tuesday, March 11, 2025 after suffering a medical emergency in Louisville, CT according to Al J. Schneider Company, which represents the Galt House, where Bridgeman was earlier in the day. Bridgeman, 71, was a former basketball star at the University of Louisville. It happened at the Galt House during the 45th … [Read more...] about Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes