On Monday, January 21, 2019, the Wisconsin Black Historical Museum hosted the 18th Annual King Fest Celebration at the Museum, 2620 W. Center St. The event included vendors, video presentations, drumming performances, spoken word poetry, songs and praise dances. There were also a number of guest speakers, including 6th District Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs; and keynote speaker … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black Historical Museum hosts 18th Annual King Fest Celebration
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Governor Evers announces appointment of Major Anthony Burrell as Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent
Governor Tony Evers announced the appointment of Major Anthony Burrell as Superintendent of the Wisconsin State Patrol effective January 20, 2019. Raised in Milwaukee, Burrell has a law enforcement career spanning nearly 30 years. After graduating with the State Patrol’s 40th recruit class in July of 1990, Burrell began his career as a trooper in St. Croix County. In … [Read more...] about Governor Evers announces appointment of Major Anthony Burrell as Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent
Kohl’s donates $750,000 to increase access to nutritious meals for Milwaukee-area families
On Tuesday, January 15, 2019, Kohl’s announced a donation of $750,000 to the Hunger Task Force to increase access to nutritious meals for local families, children and seniors through the expansion of the Hunger Task Force MyPlate program. Through MyPlate – a healthy eating guide influenced by the USDA MyPlate food model – the nearly 50,000 Milwaukee area residents the Hunger … [Read more...] about Kohl’s donates $750,000 to increase access to nutritious meals for Milwaukee-area families
Remembering Those We Have Lost In 2018
Leeotis Carr Jr., Kenneth Colin Hill, Allen Munson, Renee Love, Montrell Dion Henning, Mother Alenetta Hogans, Dianne Lynn Dodd, Raymond L. Velazquez, Magnolia Brown, Marilyn Evonne Connor,Willie Ruth Smith, Jennifer V. Francis, Curtis "King Curt" Williams, Vernon Rodney Drew, Bertha Lean King, Jack J. Sims, Keith Maddox, Erick Charles Crooms, Alice Nowlin, Yvette Robinson, … [Read more...] about Remembering Those We Have Lost In 2018
Neu-Life Community Development hosts cigarette butt clean up
Youth from Neu-Life Community Development FACT group did a cigarette butt clean-up that educated the youth on how prevalent cigarette butt littering is in their northside neighborhood. The youth did a one hour blitz, where they went out in groups to see which group could collect the most cigarette butts and/or cigarette litter. They were shocked at how much they each found in … [Read more...] about Neu-Life Community Development hosts cigarette butt clean up
MENTOR Greater Milwaukee is launched to support youth
In a celebration hosted by the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum, MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership announced the launch of a new initiative in Milwaukee designed to expand mentoring and support young people. MENTOR Greater Milwaukee will be a partnership among Milwaukee Public Schools, the Milwaukee Bucks, and the City of Milwaukee. This partnership is the first of its … [Read more...] about MENTOR Greater Milwaukee is launched to support youth
Remembering Those We Have Lost in 2018
Nathan Conyers, Aretha Franklin, Nancy Wilson, Winnie Mandela, Dennis Edwards, Vel Phillips, Ron Dellums, Betty Nabors, Ruthie Sherrod-Davis, Brian Jerome Evans, Sterling Price Hayman III, Farice Marie Clayton, Rev. Dr. Amanda Gray, Robert E. Williams, Nellie Durrell, Kirthan A. Henderson, Nathaniel Brown, John C. Wilturner, Michael A. Word Sr, Darrick A. Sellers, Ricky Adams, … [Read more...] about Remembering Those We Have Lost in 2018
The Salvation Army to offer parenting classes for fathers
Courses range from fathering without fear and anger to dealing with substance abuse The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County, in partnership with Made Men Worldwide Inc., will be offering several courses to help fathers become the best possible fathers they can be. Courses range from fathering without fear and anger to dealing with substance abuse. The Nurturing Fathers … [Read more...] about The Salvation Army to offer parenting classes for fathers
Highlights of 2018: July to December
July: City of Milwaukee and Urban League release official anti-displacement plan, UNCF-Milwaukee hosts annual walk/run for education August: Milwaukee Brewers host African American Heritage Night, Milwaukee Bucks celebrate grand opening of new arena "The Forum", The Passing of the queen of soul, Aretha Franklin September: Milwaukee Exposure & Explorer Project hosts … [Read more...] about Highlights of 2018: July to December
Carolyn Stanford Taylor to be appointed next state superintendent
Governor-elect and State Superintendent Tony Evers announced Thursday, December 27, 2018, his intention to appoint current Assistant State Superintendent Carolyn Stanford Taylor as the next state superintendent following his oath of office on Monday, January 7, 2019. “Carolyn is a dedicated, thoughtful leader, who puts the best interests of kids before all else,” Evers said. … [Read more...] about Carolyn Stanford Taylor to be appointed next state superintendent