Bobby Womack, a colorful and highly influential R&B singer-songwriter who influenced artists from the Rolling Stones to Damon Albarn, died on Friday, June 27 2014. He was 70. Womack's publicist Sonya Kolowrat said Friday that the singer had died, but she could provide no other details. With an incomparable voice few could match, Womack was a stirring singer and guitarist … [Read more...] about Singing legend Bobby Womack passes at 70
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‘Designing Women’ star Meshach Taylor dies at 67
Meshach Taylor, who played a lovable ex-convict surrounded by boisterous Southern belles on the sitcom Designing Women and appeared in numerous other TV and film roles, died of cancer at age 67, his agent said Sunday. Taylor died Saturday, June 28, 2014 at his home near Los Angeles, according to agent Dede Binder. Taylor got an Emmy nod for his portrayal of Anthony Bouvier on … [Read more...] about ‘Designing Women’ star Meshach Taylor dies at 67
The Harrises celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary
On Saturday, June 28, 2014 Curtiss and Helen Harris celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family and friends at a ceremony renewing their wedding vows. The evening included a buffet dinner, dancing, a cake cutting, and entertainment by The Tempters. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Harris on 50 years of wedded bliss! … [Read more...] about The Harrises celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary
Local fathers and mentors honored at 8th Annual Father and Mentors Breakfast
Local photographer and former juvenile corrections officer Robert Bell (pictured) was one of 28 local men honored for fathering and mentoring children in the community. For the 8th year the Milwaukee Chapter of the Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc., honored local fathers and mentors at their annual Fathers and Mentors Breakfast. The event was held on Saturday, June 28, 2014 at … [Read more...] about Local fathers and mentors honored at 8th Annual Father and Mentors Breakfast
King Family honored on the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
On Tuesday, June 24, 2014, House and Senate leaders, Members of Congress, civil rights icons and advocates joined in the US Capitol in Washington D.C. to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal of Honor to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Mrs. Coretta Scott King. The ceremony was held in the … [Read more...] about King Family honored on the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
March and gun buyback program a highlight of ‘Ceasefire Week’
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, along with several other elected officials, spent Sunday, May 18, 2014 visiting churches throughout the city to spread a unified message of non-violence with the hope of curbing gun violence in the City of Milwaukee. Alone, the mayor visited seven churches, and spoke about the importance of eliminating gun violence, which was also addressed at the … [Read more...] about March and gun buyback program a highlight of ‘Ceasefire Week’
Milwaukee Association of Ministers honors outstanding teachers
Teachers from schools in the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program were honored for their outstanding work in educating children in the city of Milwaukee. A room of 150 guests met at the Radisson Hotel Mayfair for dinner and program on Thursday, March 27, 2014. The program was sponsored by Milwaukee Association of Ministers, of which Bishop Anthony Martin, Sr., was the chairperson … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Association of Ministers honors outstanding teachers
MMABSE 2014 Teacher of the Year Gala
On Saturday, May 3, 2014 the Metropolitan Milwaukee Alliance of Black School Educators (MMABSE) held its annual Teacher of the Year Gala at the Wisconsin Center located in Downtown Milwaukee. This awards banquet acknowledges outstanding educators that have contributed to the academic achievement of students throughout Milwaukee and the surrounding school districts. Pictured are … [Read more...] about MMABSE 2014 Teacher of the Year Gala
Mount Mary 2014 annual commencement ceremony
On Saturday, May 17, 2014 Mount Mary University held its annual Commencement Ceremony. Pictured is Lauren Watson (right), a candidate for a Bachelor of Arts Degree; brother, David Watson (left); and grandmother Jewel Neal (center). Currently Lauren serves as an Interpreter for the Deaf and Hearing Impaired population of Milwaukee Public Schools. Congratulations to Mount Mary … [Read more...] about Mount Mary 2014 annual commencement ceremony
Milwaukee Urban League honors youth achievers
The Milwaukee Urban League held its 2014 National Achievers Society Youth Induction Ceremony on Monday, May 12, 2014 at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Student Union. Area high school students recommended by adults for their academic performance, leadership skills, and community service activities are eligible for nomination as an Achiever. A highlight of the induction … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League honors youth achievers