The Milwaukee Urban League 2016 Annual Meeting was held on Wednesday, March 23, 2016. The annual event took place at GE Healthcare at Innovation Drive. The meeting brought Urban League employees and board members together to plan the direction of the Milwaukee branch. There were also plenty of announcements including the date of the Black and White Ball (Saturday, June 11, … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Urban League hosts 2016 Annual Meeting
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New Testament Church holds 10th Annual Health Fair
The 10th Annual Health Fair was held from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on March 20, 2016 in the gymnasium of New Testament Church, 10201 W. Bradley Rd. Approximately three dozen health care exhibitors and 200 guests participated. The theme for the conference came in part from the Old Testament Book of Proverbs 3:7-8: “Do not be wise in your own eyes; Fear the Lord and depart from evil. It … [Read more...] about New Testament Church holds 10th Annual Health Fair
Jammin’ 98.3 F.M. hosts R&B recording artist and actress Angie Stone at The Gathering
On Saturday, March 19, 2016, R&B recording artist and actress Angie Stone was a special guest at Jammin' 98.3 F.M.'s "14th Annual The Gathering: I am the Prize," which was presented by My Choice Family Care at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino's event center. In a question and answer session, Angie shared with the audience what inspires and drives her in her career and life. … [Read more...] about Jammin’ 98.3 F.M. hosts R&B recording artist and actress Angie Stone at The Gathering
MANDI Awards celebrate community developers
On March 16, 2016, the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) hosted its annual Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (or the MANDIs). The annual event was held at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino and more than 850 people were in attendance. As part of the Milwaukee banquet and award ceremony, Mayor Tom Barrett and LISC Milwaukee Local Advisory Board Chair … [Read more...] about MANDI Awards celebrate community developers
Connecting reading assignment to community members
It’s not everyday a student gets to meet an active duty police dog, but some Parkview Elementary School third grade students recently got the chance after reading a story about one in class. As part of teachers Sean Clark and Laurel Ragalie’s non-fiction reading unit, students read “Officer Mike and Aero,” a story about a police officer and his K-9 companion. In the final days … [Read more...] about Connecting reading assignment to community members
Lady Hawks have best season in Milwaukee School of Languages history
The Milwaukee School of Languages (MSL) varsity girls basketball team wrapped up the best season for any sport in the school's history. The Lady Hawks were runners-up in the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) Division 3 championship game in the state tournament, with a 43-31 loss to Hayward Saturday afternoon. "Personally, I feel like I accomplished what I … [Read more...] about Lady Hawks have best season in Milwaukee School of Languages history
Former Rep. Tamara Grigsby passes due to health complications
Former state Rep. Tamara Grigsby has died of health complications at age 41. Dane County Executive Joe Parisi announced Grigsby’s death on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Grigsby dealt with cancer during her time in the Legislature, stepping down in 2013 after eight years representing a portion of Milwaukee. Grigsby later became the community outreach coordinator in Parisi’s office … [Read more...] about Former Rep. Tamara Grigsby passes due to health complications
Mayoral candidates debate at Marquette University Law School
Incumbent Mayor Tom Barrett dominated Alderman Bob Donovan in a debate held March 11 at Marquette University Law School. The debate was broadcast live by WISN-TV and moderated by Mike Gousha. Mayor Barrett began by noting that during the past year Alderman Donovan had proposed three pieces of what he described as minor legislation and 49 press releases. He noted that in the … [Read more...] about Mayoral candidates debate at Marquette University Law School
Milwaukee Bucks invite minority business leaders to participate in their $1-billion downtown arena project
Former Milwaukee Alderman Willie Wade addressed “Build the Future,” a business information session held Monday, March 14, 2016 at the BMO Harris Bradley Center by the Milwaukee Bucks for local businesses interested in participating in the $1-billion downtown arena construction project. Wade, who resigned his seat on the city council in February to accept a position as vice … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks invite minority business leaders to participate in their $1-billion downtown arena project
Saint John’s On The Lake partners seniors and youth to help facilitate learning
Third-grade youth from Westside Academy and volunteer residents of Saint John’s On The Lake retirement residence do some stretching and exercise prior to reading a book about Abraham Lincoln on February 22. Our Next Generation is an after school enrichment and learning program. About 20 volunteers from Saint John’s participate in the twice-a-week program. On Mondays, youth … [Read more...] about Saint John’s On The Lake partners seniors and youth to help facilitate learning