Four poised and talented high school girls completed for the crown of Miss Juneteenth 2015 on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the Wisconsin African American Women’s Center. Each contestant was judged on her personality, talent, evening wear, essays and interviewing questions. Hanette Kamanda (far right), a 16- year- old Rufus King High School student was crowned Miss Juneteenth … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House presents Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2015
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Five Black college grads on the road to success
By: Brenda Sheppard-Nelson The 2014-2015 school year documents a great academic milestone for many graduates across the country. From California to New York and from Wisconsin to Texas, families have been celebrating the academic accomplishments of their children. As a single mother, I am blessed to be among this group of proud parents. There are countless … [Read more...] about Five Black college grads on the road to success
Record-breaking $36,831,081 in scholarships for the MPS Class of 2015
Third consecutive record total; Class of 2015 more than doubled Class of 2012’s total Milwaukee Public Schools graduates have earned a record-setting scholarship total for the third straight year, with the Class of 2015 netting $36,831,081 and still counting. The total tops the Class of 2014’s more than $31 million, the Class of 2013’s $24 million and it more than doubles the … [Read more...] about Record-breaking $36,831,081 in scholarships for the MPS Class of 2015
Representatives Bowen and Brostoff introduce ‘Heat and Eat Bill’
Representatives Jonathan Brostoff and David Bowen of Milwaukee held a press conference, along with the Hunger Task Force at the Clinton Rose Center on Thursday, June 4, 2015 to discuss their support for new legislation to restore Wisconsin’s Heat and Eat program and to reverse the damaging cuts to FoodShare benefits that Congress enacted in the 2014 Farm Bill. Representatives … [Read more...] about Representatives Bowen and Brostoff introduce ‘Heat and Eat Bill’
Noted local icon Lester Carter receives honorary doctoral degree
By Steve Waring Special to the Milwaukee Times Lester Carter, Jr., long time noted pharmacist and local institution received an honorary doctoral degree at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) commencement ceremony on May 15. " 'Dr. Carter', as his customers refer to him, is a registered pharmacist, an innovator and trailblazer, and his commitment to his customers … [Read more...] about Noted local icon Lester Carter receives honorary doctoral degree
Steven M. DeVougas joins Quarles & Brady’s product liability practice group
Steven M. DeVougasThe national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP announced that Steven M. DeVougas has joined the firm’s Milwaukee office as an attorney in its Product Liability Practice Group. DeVougas focuses his practice in the areas of litigation, product liability, and toxic tort. His litigation strategies have resulted in favorable settlements, obtaining judgment, and … [Read more...] about Steven M. DeVougas joins Quarles & Brady’s product liability practice group
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity ‘dares to dream’
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity held its Fourth Annual Dare to Dream scholarship banquet on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at the Potawatomi Hotel and Casino. Ten high school seniors were presented scholarships to assist them with college education. To date the organization has awarded over $140,000 in tuition assistance. The scholarship recipients are (front row from left) Zhane Brewer, … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity ‘dares to dream’
Milwaukee agencies recognize June as Men’s Health Month
Brain Brawn & Body, a website dedicated to men’s health and Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare held a joint press conference Monday, June 1, 2015, in commemoration of June being Men’s Health Month, at Journey House, 2110 W. Scott Street, to announce their free health summit to be held on June 20, 2015. Men’s Health Month has been observed nationally since 1994. In 2013, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee agencies recognize June as Men’s Health Month
Omega Psi Phi hosts 2015 inaugural spelling bee
The 2015 Inaugural Spelling Bee sponsored by Omega Psi Phi, Fraternity, Inc., Kappa Phi Chapter was held on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at Frances Starms Discovery Learning Center located 2035 North 25th Street. The event challenged students to expand their vocabulary, enhance academic skills and provided an opportunity to become involved in extracurricular activities. The judges of … [Read more...] about Omega Psi Phi hosts 2015 inaugural spelling bee
Packers’ all-time leading receiver Donald Driver speaks at Milwaukee news conference to promote seat belt use
On Thursday, May 28, 2015, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s (WisDOT) Zero In Wisconsin campaign held a news conference in Milwaukee to promote safety belt use as part of the statewide Click It or Ticket mobilization, which ran from May 18 - 31. Green Bay Packers’ Super Bowl champion wide receiver, Dancing With the Stars Champion and New York Times bestselling author … [Read more...] about Packers’ all-time leading receiver Donald Driver speaks at Milwaukee news conference to promote seat belt use