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April 25th, 2026

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Interfaith’s ‘8th Annual Pearls of Wisdom Benefit Dinner

Pictured at Interfaith's 8th Annual "Pearls of Wisdom Dinner and Benefit' are (top photo, from left) Sandra Quartemont, Pat Bantz, Kay Bloesl, Barb Miller, Calleen Bettine, and Linda Doran; (middle left photo, from left) Director of FCSN Pat Bruce, and Board Member of Southwest NOP Linda Doran; (middle right photo, from left) PR/ Marketing Director for Interfaith Older Adult … [Read more...] about Interfaith’s ‘8th Annual Pearls of Wisdom Benefit Dinner

Sex trafficking in Milwaukee: An outcry from the African American community

      By Carmen A. Murguia History has shown us, God moves us to act to rescue His people. When you picture sex trafficking victims, what comes to mind? If it is a young, Black girl beaten, raped, and forced at gunpoint to have sex with men for money, then you are right. If you think it is happening only in Third World countries and in … [Read more...] about Sex trafficking in Milwaukee: An outcry from the African American community

Bridging the skills gap

By Raina J. Johnson Special to the Milwaukee Times Launched in February 2013, Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch began a “Real Jobs with Rebecca” tour in our state. “The real jobs tour was started because we were looking for a way to illustrate the skills gap to all of Wisconsin. The skills gap is that space in between people who need jobs and employers that need … [Read more...] about Bridging the skills gap

Mother’s Day by design: How to help your family plan the perfect holiday

I urge moms everywhere to “live by design” on Mother’s Day by thinking about and communicating with their families what they’d most like to do! By Ivana Pignatelli It’s no secret that on Mother’s Day, husbands and kids of all ages want to celebrate the outstanding moms in their lives. If you’re skeptical, consider the fact that more flower bouquets are sold on Mother’s Day … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day by design: How to help your family plan the perfect holiday