On Monday, December 10, 2018, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) announced it has awarded $750,000 to four statewide minority chambers of commerce to support their efforts to assist minority-owned businesses. The funds are being awarded to the African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin, the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin, the … [Read more...] about WEDC awards $750,000 to four minority business organizations
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Rep. Moore’s bill honoring Vel R. Phillips’s legacy is signed into law
Last week, Congresswoman Gwen Moore’s (WI-04) bill to designate the US Post Office located at 2650 North Doctor Martin Luther King Drive in Milwaukee as the “Vel R. Phillips Post Office Building” was signed into law. Vel Phillips inspired profound activism in the City of Milwaukee. Her movement influenced the congressional fair housing debates and led to the enactment of the … [Read more...] about Rep. Moore’s bill honoring Vel R. Phillips’s legacy is signed into law
Sherman Phoenix hosts grand opening celebration
On Friday, November 30, 2018, the Sherman Park neighborhood celebrated the grand opening of the Sherman Phoenix, 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave., a unique marketplace built by the community after the riots of 2016. The project, developed by Juli Kaufmann and Jo Anne Johnson-Sabir, aims to foster change by transforming the eastern gateway to the Sherman Park neighborhood in … [Read more...] about Sherman Phoenix hosts grand opening celebration
Milwaukee Fire Department celebrate Milwaukee Fire Recruits graduation
On Friday, November 16, 2018, the Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) celebrated the commencement ceremony of the Milwaukee Fire Recruits class of 2018. Among those graduating where Tahj Lea (front row, center), the son of Torrey Lea and Pam Malone, who at the age of 20 has decided to forgo the college career track in architecture and pursue a career with the Milwaukee Fire … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Fire Department celebrate Milwaukee Fire Recruits graduation
Pastor Joseph Hamilton Jackson, Jr. and First Lady Brenda Jackson celebrate 5th anniversary
On Saturday, October 27, 2018, Pastor Joseph Hamilton Jackson, Jr. and First Lady Brenda Jackson of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church celebrated their 5th Anniversary at the Crowne Plaza Milwaukee West Hotel, 10499 Innovation Drive. The Jacksons were joined by their family, friends and church family for the theme of "Christ Celebrated~ Pastor Appreciated," and were honored … [Read more...] about Pastor Joseph Hamilton Jackson, Jr. and First Lady Brenda Jackson celebrate 5th anniversary
IndependenceFirst announces Mobility Store closure
IndependenceFirst, a Milwaukee- based nonprofit with a vision for full inclusion of people with disabilities, announced on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, that it will close its Mobility Store. The Mobility Store’s two locations will remain open through the end of January 2019. The Mobility Store is a statewide program offering low-cost, refurbished and sanitized mobility and … [Read more...] about IndependenceFirst announces Mobility Store closure
League of Martin and Brotherhood of Black Firefighters host Fire and Ice Holiday Party
On Saturday, December 1, 2018, the League of Martin and The Milwaukee Brotherhood of Black Firefighters gave a joint Fire and Ice Holiday party at Mr. J's Lounge. The event featured live music and good food. … [Read more...] about League of Martin and Brotherhood of Black Firefighters host Fire and Ice Holiday Party
Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc. hosts 45th Annual Débutante Cotillion
The Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc., hosted its 45th Annual Débutante Cotillion on Saturday, November 24, 2018, at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. Sixteen young women who hail from Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) and other area school districts participated and were awarded scholarships at the foundation's black tie event. Pictured are the participants … [Read more...] about Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc. hosts 45th Annual Débutante Cotillion
Christian Business & Professional Alliance hosts 38th Annual Débutante Cotillion
On Friday, November 23, 2018 the Christian Business and Professional Alliance hosted its 38th Annual Débutante Cotillion at the downtown Milwaukee Hilton Grand Ballroom. Six young women from the Milwaukee area were presented. The Christian Business and Professional Alliance is group of individuals committed to improving the quality of life for young citizens of our community. … [Read more...] about Christian Business & Professional Alliance hosts 38th Annual Débutante Cotillion
Sheriff-elect Earnell Lucas meets with the community at town hall event
On Monday, November 19, 2018, the Coalition for a People's Sheriff hosted "Community Conversation: Sheriff-elect Earnell Lucas" at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 W. Center St. Sheriff-elect Earnell Lucas (left) welcomed Milwaukee County residents to a town hall forum about his plans for the Milwaukee County sheriff ’s office. Attendees were given an … [Read more...] about Sheriff-elect Earnell Lucas meets with the community at town hall event