Milwaukee Common Council president Michael Murphy (at podium) and Mayor Tom Barrett (partially obscured behind Murphy) announced that Nationstar Mortgage, holds more than $30 million in mortgages in Milwaukee, many of which remain ‘under water’ eight years after the Great Recession. Wes Edens owns 75 percent of Nationstar and is the majority owner of the Milwaukee Bucks … [Read more...] about City announces relief deal to Nationstar Mortgage holders
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Boston Store celebrates grand reopening of Mayfair Mall store
Boston Store at Mayfair Mall has completed its remodel and hosted a ribbon cutting and grand reopening event on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:45 a.m. The event kicks off an 18-day celebration at the Mayfair Boston Store and four other Milwaukee locations: Brookfield Square, Bayshore Mall, Southridge Mall, and Grand Avenue Mall. As part of the brand evolution, Boston Store … [Read more...] about Boston Store celebrates grand reopening of Mayfair Mall store
St. Ann’s Intergenerational Center celebrates opening of new Bucyrus campus
By Steve Waring Special to the Milwaukee Times Accompanied by the beat of African drums, the diversity found in Milwaukee’s 15th Aldermanic District was celebrated beginning promptly at 10 a.m., on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 during an elaborate, day-long dedication ceremony of the new Bucyrus Campus of the St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care at 2450 W. North Ave. “It’s a … [Read more...] about St. Ann’s Intergenerational Center celebrates opening of new Bucyrus campus
Milwaukee/NARI Foundation announces academic scholarship availability
The Milwaukee/NARI Foundation, Inc., the educational and charitable arm of Milwaukee/NARI (National Association of the Remodeling Industry), announced a scholarship opportunity for students for the second semester of the 2015-2016 academic school year. Students enrolled in one of the following programs for the period January – May 2016 can apply for the scholarship: • … [Read more...] about Milwaukee/NARI Foundation announces academic scholarship availability
Milwaukee nonprofit group, Next Door, awarded a $25,000 grant from U.S. Bank foundation
The Milwaukee nonprofit group, Next Door, was awarded a $25,000 grant from the U.S. Bank Foundation. A check presentation took place on Friday, Aug. 28, at the U.S. Bank Midtown office located at 5526 W. Capitol Drive. The check presentation was attended by Carol Keintz, president of Next Door; Steven SaLoutos, U.S. Bank executive vice president, senior group head for … [Read more...] about Milwaukee nonprofit group, Next Door, awarded a $25,000 grant from U.S. Bank foundation
Minority Business Focus: Roy’s Plumbing
Founder Roy Nelson (left) of Roy’s Plumbing, LLC, is pictured with some of the minority-owned business' staff, including, Tracy Tucker, Shiconni Nelson, Rickey Nelson (son and now co-owner with his sister Paula, not pictured) and Jameel Irving. Roy began the business in 1979 after doing his apprenticeship at night after he finished his shift at the now-closed A.O. Smith plant. … [Read more...] about Minority Business Focus: Roy’s Plumbing
Grace Fellowship ‘Sweet 16 Celebration’ barbecue
As part of the “Sweet 16 Celebration” on August 30 for Senior Pastor Dr. Andrew Calhoun, III, Grace Fellowship Church of Milwaukee, 3879 N. Port Washington Rd., held a picnic with free food and children’s games for the neighborhood. The congregation also provided free haircuts to students returning to school. … [Read more...] about Grace Fellowship ‘Sweet 16 Celebration’ barbecue
Local leaders and educators gather to support ‘Child Nutrition Reauthorization Act’
Citizen Action of Wisconsin executive director Robert Kraig; Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver; Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee president and CEO Vincent P. Lyles; Hunger Task Force executive director Sherrie Tussler; and Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-04) are pictured at a press conference on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at Merrill Park to … [Read more...] about Local leaders and educators gather to support ‘Child Nutrition Reauthorization Act’
Pastor Calhoun, III honored by State Senator Lena Taylor
State Senator Lena Taylor (D-Milwaukee) joined with the congregation of Grace Fellowship Church of Milwaukee, 3879 N. Port Washington Rd., on Sunday, August 30 for the church’s “Sweet 16 Celebration,” observing the 16th anniversary of the church, as well as the ministry of its pastor, Dr. Andrew Calhoun, III. … [Read more...] about Pastor Calhoun, III honored by State Senator Lena Taylor
White House Appoints 2015-2016 Class of White House Fellows
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the President’s Commission on White House Fellowships announced the appointment of the 2015-2016 class of White House Fellows. The Fellows come from diverse backgrounds, and varied professions, and have demonstrated a strong commitment to public service and leadership. The 2015-2016 class of Fellows and their biographies are included … [Read more...] about White House Appoints 2015-2016 Class of White House Fellows