By Israel Webb and Steve Waring By the time she was six years old, Lilo Allen was already a very ambitious little girl. In addition to creating and selling her own jewelry line, she was also determined to see her name in lights. After celebrating their fifth anniversary in business last October and relocating the Bronzeville Collective MKE to 2236 North Dr. Martin … [Read more...] about Lilo Allen fulfills longtime dream with Bronzeville Collective MKE
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AACCW helping black entrepreneurs with a proper start
By Israel Webb and Steve Waring Tiffany Miller and Lilo Allen were able to take their Bronzeville Collective MKE business plan to the next level with funding, free rent and training from a variety of Milwaukee- based economic development organizations. Miller and Allen perfected their concept for Bronzeville Collective MKE in 2018 after completing an intensive business … [Read more...] about AACCW helping black entrepreneurs with a proper start
Beatlemania at the Bradley Symphony Center: Twist & Shout with your MSO
More than six decades after their electrifying launch into international stardom, the music of the “Fab Four” continues to enjoy unflagging popularity, reaching listeners’ hearts, connecting audiences across generations, and providing the soundtrack to a distinctly modern way of life that began in the swingin’ sixties and extends through to the present day. Join your Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Beatlemania at the Bradley Symphony Center: Twist & Shout with your MSO
MLK Scholarships Milwaukee presents scholarships and award in special service
On Sunday, January 12, 2025, MLK Scholarships Milwaukee held its 49th annual scholarship award service at Hephatha Lutheran Church, 1720 W. Locust St. This year's essay theme was “You can kill the dreamer but you can’t kill the dream.” Congregation members, families and friends from 7 churches and 15 student candidates attended the award service and heard the winning essays. … [Read more...] about MLK Scholarships Milwaukee presents scholarships and award in special service
Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla
Felix Mantilla, one of the few surviving members of Milwaukee’s only World Series championship, himself a champion of youth baseball in the city, died on Friday, January 10, 2025. “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Felix Mantilla, an iconic figure in Milwaukee who was an inspiration to all of us in the Milwaukee baseball community,” the Brewers said in a … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla
Linda Bishop celebrates 70th birthday
Linda Bishop celebrated her 70th birthday at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milwaukee. The party was an unforgettable celebration, filled with love and joy, thanks to the wonderful “friends” and family who gathered to mark this special milestone. The food was a highlight, with a delightful spread that satisfied everyone’s tastebuds and kept the laughter flowing. The DJ brought back … [Read more...] about Linda Bishop celebrates 70th birthday
Wisconsin Gov. Evers warns of ‘disastrous consequences’ on federal aid freeze
Wisconsin is receiving $28.2-billion in federal assistance within the current two-year budget, according to the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau; roughly 61 percent of that goes to the Department of Health Services. Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers urged the Trump administration Tuesday, January 28, 2025 to delay implementing a sweeping pause on federal aid, warning of … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Gov. Evers warns of ‘disastrous consequences’ on federal aid freeze
Quick pick-me-up: MATC’s new convenience store stocks goodies and necessities
College opens a new store on the third floor of the Student Center to better serve students Need something sweet to eat? Need a salty snack to tide you over? Need something to fill your stomach while you fill your brain? You’ll find exactly what you’re looking for at a new convenience store located on the third floor of the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) … [Read more...] about Quick pick-me-up: MATC’s new convenience store stocks goodies and necessities
Milwaukee welcomed as WI’s first ‘age-friendly’ county
Announcement will be made at Washington Park, highlighting many age-friendly assets AARP Wisconsin is thrilled to announce that Milwaukee County has been officially accepted as a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. More than a dozen Wisconsin cities are already working on initiatives to make their communities more livable for all ages, but Milwaukee is … [Read more...] about Milwaukee welcomed as WI’s first ‘age-friendly’ county
King Center celebrates MLK Day in Milwaukee with ‘We Are The Change’
On Monday, January 20, 2025, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Day was celebrated at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center which held its annual event for the 49th year. There were songs, drums by Drums Up & Guns Down, and skits that were preformed by Voice of the Fatherless Child. Through the arts and acts of service, people in Milwaukee and the MLK Center are … [Read more...] about King Center celebrates MLK Day in Milwaukee with ‘We Are The Change’