An elderly Milwaukee couple is living in a safer home, thanks to a partnership between several area programs. Gladys and Amos have lived in their duplex on N. 24th for more than 40 years and raised a large family there. They have both suffered from health challenges in recent years and have had a hard time keeping their home maintained as they would like. And that is where … [Read more...] about Helping neighbors to live safer and healthier
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Stamper takes oath of office
Alderman Russell Stamper, II is pictured with his wife, Latoya, after taking the oath of office as the newly elected alderman of the 15th Aldermanic District, which was administered by his father, former Judge Russell Stamper, Sr. Ald. Stamper will serve the remaining unexpired term of Former Alderman Willie Hines who resigned to accept a job with City of Milwaukee Housing … [Read more...] about Stamper takes oath of office
WAAW Center holds 18th annual ‘Faces of Hope 2014’ luncheon
'Faces of Hope 2014,' was held on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at the Wisconsin African American Women's Center Grand Hall, located at 3020 West Vliet Street. The annual luncheon serves to honor men and women who have contributed to the community. The event also serves as a fund raiser for the WAAW center which was founded in 1997 and serves as a small business incubator, training … [Read more...] about WAAW Center holds 18th annual ‘Faces of Hope 2014’ luncheon
Interfaith hosts 9th annual dinner and fundraiser, ‘Pearls of Wisdom’
The Interfaith Older Adult Programs hosted their ninth annual Dinner and Fundraiser on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at the Pier Wisconsin at Discovery World in Downtown Milwaukee. The event assists the agency in providing services and support for seniors and their caregivers. “The Pearls of Wisdom event aims to inspire,” said Felice Green, spokesperson for Interfaith. “We want to give … [Read more...] about Interfaith hosts 9th annual dinner and fundraiser, ‘Pearls of Wisdom’
Black Male Achievement Advisory Council holds annual meeting
The Black Male Achievement Advisory Council, which is comprised of local elected officials and community leaders, met on Monday, May 19, 2014 in the Garden Homes Square Park, 2600 W. Atkinson Ave., to report on the work the committee has done and its future direction. Keynote speaker, First District Ald. Ashanti Hamilton said, "The City of Milwaukee over the last five years has … [Read more...] about Black Male Achievement Advisory Council holds annual meeting
The neglected story of African Americans on D-Day
Official histories of D-Day have long excluded the contributions made by African Americans. Literature professor Alice Mills waded into the past to uncover these forgotten World War II heroes. William Dabney could barely see the outline of the French coast as his landing vessel made an unsteady approach before dawn on June 6, 1944. A giant, zeppelin-shaped helium balloon … [Read more...] about The neglected story of African Americans on D-Day
Keeping kids off the ‘summer slide’
Something is waiting for many children each summer and their parents don’t even know it’s out there. It's called the "summer slide," and it describes what happens when young minds sit idle for three months. As parents approach the summer break, many are thinking about the family vacation, trips to the pool, how to keep children engaged in activities at home, the abrupt changes … [Read more...] about Keeping kids off the ‘summer slide’
Still I Rise
Those were the words spoken by Maya Angelou in the poem, “Still I Rise,” and are included in her book of poetry entitled, “And Still I Rise.” Over the decades, her gifts as an author, teacher, poet, actor, dancer and singer continue to make a profound impression upon many generations as well as internationally. During her life time, she wrote seven autobiographies, three books … [Read more...] about Still I Rise
Milwaukee’s newest ad campaign tackles the issue of statutory rape Ads targets teens and adult males in areas with highest teen birth rates
United Way of Greater Milwaukee, in collaboration with Serve Marketing, is launching a provocative new public awareness campaign that will deliver a strong message to adults and teens – about the harsh consequences of statutory rape. According to the United Way of Greater Milwaukee, most babies born to teen moms in Milwaukee are fathered by adult men. It’s a problem that the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s newest ad campaign tackles the issue of statutory rape Ads targets teens and adult males in areas with highest teen birth rates
Youth talk about violence and their future
The youth of Milwaukee are concerned with the violence they see surrounding them. That was the feedback from dozens of young people who gathered this past weekend at the Social Development Commission (SDC) Youth and Family Development Program. Core Team members of the “A Single Bullet” project addressed their peers during the gathering at SDC Richards Street to present the … [Read more...] about Youth talk about violence and their future