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
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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
Women’s Equality 95 Years Later
Women’s Equality 95 Years Later By Stacey Y. Abrams and Kathy Hawken On August 26th, 1920, the amendment guaranteeing the right to vote for women officially became part of the U.S. Constitution. The anniversary of this historic achievement deserves recognition, celebration, and a huge “thank you” to those brave women who faced beatings, starvation, torture … [Read more...] about Women’s Equality 95 Years Later
Minister Farrakhan comes to Milwaukee with message of peace
Many African Americans live in a state of ‘ignorance,’ must learn to forgive, seek healing and reconciliation By Steve Waring Special to the Milwaukee Times This the first installment of a continuing series of articles that will appear periodically in the Milwaukee Times on the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan’s two day visit to Milwaukee last week. The Honorable … [Read more...] about Minister Farrakhan comes to Milwaukee with message of peace
Longtime Ohio Congressman Louis Stokes dies at 90
Former U.S. Rep. Louis Stokes, a 15-term congressman from Ohio who took on tough assignments looking into assassinations and scandals, has died at the age of 90, his family said Wednesday. He died peacefully at home Tuesday, August 18, 2015 with his wife, Jay, at his side, a month after he announced he had brain and lung cancer. "During his illness, he confronted it as he did … [Read more...] about Longtime Ohio Congressman Louis Stokes dies at 90
Oldest known U.S. veteran Emma Didlake passes
The country's oldest known living veteran, Emma Didlake, died Sunday, August 16, 2015 just one month after being honored by President Barack Obama in Washington, D.C. Didlake was 110 years old. "Emma Didlake served her country with distinction and honor, a true trailblazer for generations of Americans who have sacrificed so much for their country," Obama said in a statement … [Read more...] about Oldest known U.S. veteran Emma Didlake passes
Milwaukee Times awards the Louvenia Johnson Scholarships to this year’s college bound students
On Saturday, August 8, 2015 eleven high school seniors were awarded scholarships from the Louvenia Johnson Scholarship Foundation sponsored by the Milwaukee Times. To date, the Louvenia Johnson Foundation has presented over $500,000 to college bound students. Pictured left, front row are Asiane Jordan, Jamea Hoover, Richard Williams, Tamyra Cooper, Destiny Dallas, (second row) … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times awards the Louvenia Johnson Scholarships to this year’s college bound students