On Sunday, July 29, 2018, Milwaukee Business Divas hosted a summer Vendors Event at 3041 North (Milwaukee's Urban Country Club), 3041 W. North Ave. The event featured local entrepreneurs showcasing their products and services. Among the vendors in attendance were Jackie Tate-Paparazzi Jewelry, Charm's Artistic Expressions, Louis-Market Place Mortgage, Serena Brown-Club 3041, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Business Divas host local entrepreneurs event
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Milwaukee Brewers welcome back Prince Fielder with ‘Wall of Honor’ award
On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, one of the most prolific left-handed power hitters in Milwaukee Brewers franchise history – Prince Fielder was honored in a special pregame ceremony which took place prior to the game against the Washington Nationals. Fielder, along with general managers Doug Melvin, the late Harry Dalton, and Geoff Jenkins, had plaques commemorating their careers … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers welcome back Prince Fielder with ‘Wall of Honor’ award
A-LEGO presents ‘The Power of Connecting Conference’
On Saturday, July 28, 2018, the African American Ladies Empowered to Grow Opportunities (A-LEGO) hosted their annual "The Power of Connecting: the Most Powerful Women Conference," at the Mother Kathryn Daniels Center, 3500 West Mother Daniels Way. As part of the event more than 20 inspiring "Ladies of Distinction" (bottom photo) where honored at the event, including Michelle … [Read more...] about A-LEGO presents ‘The Power of Connecting Conference’
Oakland’s third Black mayor and congressman, Ron Dellums, dies at 82
Ronald V. Dellums, the son of a West Oakland longshoreman who as a liberal Congressman never forgot his roots as an anti-war activist and human rights champion, died early Monday, July 30, 2018, at his Washington, DC, home. He was 82. Dellums, who ended his political career as mayor of Oakland, recently battled prostate cancer, said Rep. Barbara Lee, who succeeded him in … [Read more...] about Oakland’s third Black mayor and congressman, Ron Dellums, dies at 82
Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs named in Fortune’s ’40 under 40′
Fortune Magazine is out with its annual “40 Under 40” list, and a noted up and coming politician has made this year's list. Stockton, CA Mayor Michael Tubbs made his debut on the list this year. Fortune takes note of the 27-year-old’s plan to implement a pilot universal basic income program in the city where some Stockton families will be given $500 a month. A move that … [Read more...] about Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs named in Fortune’s ’40 under 40′
Franklin Armstrong: How two friends changed America’s most beloved comic strip and broke barriers at the same time
By William S. Gooden Special for the Milwaukee Times On July 31, 1968, a young, black man was reading the newspaper when he saw something that he had never seen before. With tears in his eyes, he started running and screaming throughout the house, calling for his mom. He would show his mom and she would gasp, seeing something she thought she would never see in her … [Read more...] about Franklin Armstrong: How two friends changed America’s most beloved comic strip and broke barriers at the same time
Ten Chimneys Foundation presents 2018 Master Teacher, Stephen McKinley Henderson
On Friday, July 20, 2018, Ten Chimneys Foundation hosted a "Conversation with actor Stephen McKinley Henderson," at their historic landmark estate in Waukesha, WI. Henderson is a star of stage, screen and television and was the 2018 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship program at Ten Chimneys. Since its inception in 2009, the program has … [Read more...] about Ten Chimneys Foundation presents 2018 Master Teacher, Stephen McKinley Henderson
The 2019 Black Excellence Awards committee is please to announce their 2019 keynote speaker, Steven Weddle
The 34th Annual Black Excellence Awards committee is proud to announce Steven Weddle as its 2019 keynote speaker. Weddle, is managing director, and the head of the NAI East Team in the Asset Management Division for J.P. Morgan. He is also a member of the North America Institutional Management Committee. An employee since 2007, Steven is responsible for serving the investment … [Read more...] about The 2019 Black Excellence Awards committee is please to announce their 2019 keynote speaker, Steven Weddle
A virtuous woman: Mary Tunya Meredith-Bullock celebrates a grand 75th birthday
On Sunday, July 22, 2018, Mary Tunya Meredith-Bullock celebrated her 75th birthday at the Wisconsin Country Club, 6200 West Good Hope Road. Mrs. Bullock was joined by her family, friends, Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., sisters, and New Covenant Baptist Church family. Attendees were asked to wear purple and white and were treated to dinner, a slide presentation, music, dancing, … [Read more...] about A virtuous woman: Mary Tunya Meredith-Bullock celebrates a grand 75th birthday
Milwaukee Press Club announces 2018 Media Hall of Fame Honorees
The Milwaukee Press Club is pleased to announce the outstanding journalists who will be inducted into the club’s Media Hall of Fame on Friday, October 26, 2018. "We are so pleased to honor this group of highly talented and thoughtful individuals," said LaToya Dennis, Press Club president. "It's not every day that you come across people so dedicated to excellence. This group … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Press Club announces 2018 Media Hall of Fame Honorees