South Williamsport, PA — An African-American female pitcher from Philadelphia and a team from Chicago have created a buzz at the Little League World Series. Philly's Mo'ne Davis and the Jackie Robinson West squad are the talk of the series; professional athletes and politicians alike are following their every move. They've Skyped with the Los Angeles Dodgers, had shout-outs … [Read more...] about Mo’ne Davis and Chicago’s Jackie Robinson West are big stars at Little League World Series
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Seven essential facts about Ferguson and the shooting of Michael Brown
On August 9, a police officer shot and killed an unarmed black teenager named Michael Brown in Ferguson, MO. In the days since his death, Ferguson has been rocked by protests, some of which have turned violent. On Saturday, August 16, Missouri Governor Jay Nixon declared a state of emergency and imposed a curfew on Ferguson, closing the streets from midnight to 5 a.m. (though … [Read more...] about Seven essential facts about Ferguson and the shooting of Michael Brown
Seaway Bank introduces new board of directors chairwoman to Milwaukee
On Saturday, August 16, 2014, Seaway Bank introduced Veranda Dickens to the Milwaukee community at a meet-and-greet event. Ms. Dickens is the chairwoman of the board of directors for Seaway Bank and Trust Company located on Fond du Lac Ave and 21st Street. Pictured with Ms. Dickens is Jacqueline Ward of Fondy North FDC and Delores Sims of Legacy Bancard Inc. Seaway is the … [Read more...] about Seaway Bank introduces new board of directors chairwoman to Milwaukee
2014 Fellowship Open an outstanding success
On Friday, August 15, 2014, the 14th Annual Fellowship Open and Luncheon was held at Silver Spring Golf & Banquet Center, located at N56 W21318 Silver Spring Drive, Menomonee Falls. The event featured a round of golf, a silent auction and an awards luncheon. Pictured at the event are (from left) Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett; 2014 Legends Award Recipient and Major League … [Read more...] about 2014 Fellowship Open an outstanding success
BHC and MICAH announce launching of new bus routes to suburbs
On Friday, August 15, 2014, MICAH and the Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin held a joint press conference and bus tour event to announce the launching of projected new bus routes to suburban communities. The event highlighted the significant achieving by the groups in reaching a settlement with state and federal transportation officials and agencies, of their Zoo Interchange … [Read more...] about BHC and MICAH announce launching of new bus routes to suburbs
Blessed Deliverance hosts 3rd annual Homecoming Weekend
Investiture service held for Rev. Holmes at Shiloh
“Grandmother Power: A Global Phenomenon” exhibit
Milwaukee students compete in national information technology and data processing competition
Milwaukee offers great opportunities for realizing the dream of homeownership
Summer is a prime time for homeownership dreams to become reality. Each year the federal government kicks off National Homeownership Month in the summer, and this year the theme is “Preserving the Dream.” “Homeownership Month is a time to reaffirm the important role that ‘home’ plays for our families and the neighborhoods where they live,” said Housing and Urban Development … [Read more...] about Milwaukee offers great opportunities for realizing the dream of homeownership