COMPEL will join more than 300 cities across the country in celebrating National Black Marriage Day on March 17, 2013. For the last three years hundreds of couples were nominated to be honored. Joining the celebration were partners, families, friends, and the faith based community. The theme this year is "Marriage Changes Things". This is a very exciting year with guest … [Read more...] about COMPEL to celebrate National Black Marriage Day
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Dads and daughters celebrate
Fathers and daughters spent a special evening together at the 10th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance. Hundreds of men and their daughters packed the fi eld house at North Division High School for the event organized by the Milwaukee Recreation Department in partnership with the Social Development Commission and the Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative. The night featured dinner, photos, … [Read more...] about Dads and daughters celebrate
Home Cooking That’s Flavorful and Healthier
All across the country, food lovers are cooking up something wholesome and flavorful. They are making a commitment to eating better on their own terms by making more meals at home. They are finding that home cooking with real ingredients is inherently healthier — and it’s surprisingly easy. With a few simple changes, you can make a big difference in the healthfulness of … [Read more...] about Home Cooking That’s Flavorful and Healthier
Nearly $1 million donated to 30 local children’s charities through Potawatomi Bingo Casino’s ‘Miracle on Canal Street’
Benefiting organizations receive more than $32,000; contributions since program's 1994 inception surpass $12.5 million Thirty children’s charities from southeastern Wisconsin celebrated after Potawatomi Bingo Casino announced December 14, 2012, they raised $981,273 during the 2012 Miracle on Canal Street program. Each charity will receive $32,709. Miracle on Canal Street … [Read more...] about Nearly $1 million donated to 30 local children’s charities through Potawatomi Bingo Casino’s ‘Miracle on Canal Street’
Remembering Those We Have Lost in 2012
Buying black: Inspiring a spirit of legacy in our youth
By Raina J. Johnson Special to the Milwaukee Times Black Friday. Small Business Saturday. Cyber Monday. Equal Opportunity Day. Yes, I know, there aren’t long lines, steep discounts or commercials for Equal Opportunity Day, but that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t exist. On Thursday, December 13, 2012 the Milwaukee Urban League hosted its 53rd annual Equal Opportunity Day … [Read more...] about Buying black: Inspiring a spirit of legacy in our youth
Hearing the needs of the people
Supv. David Bowen reflects on his first 8 months on Milwaukee County Board By Dave Fidlin Special to the Milwaukee Times As a child of Jamaican immigrants, lifelong Milwaukee resident David F. Bowen grew up with a unique perspective on American democracy that he claims helped develop a strong work ethic. Bowen, elected to the 10th District supervisory seat on the … [Read more...] about Hearing the needs of the people
Gunman kills 27 at Connecticut elementary school
The country mourns in wake of another senseless shooting By Frederick H. Lowe On Friday, December 14, 2012 a gunman shot to death 27 people, including 20 children, at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT, in a rampage that President Barack Obama said has horrified the country. Police identified the gunman as Adam Lanza, 20, who was found dead in the school. … [Read more...] about Gunman kills 27 at Connecticut elementary school
Rep. Tim Scott of South Carolina to be first black Republican senator since 1978
Timothy Eugene Scott was growing up poor and black in Charleston, S.C., the son of a nurse’s aide who worked 16-hour shifts, when Strom Thurmond, who ran for president as the standard-bearer for segregationists, was at the peak of his powers in the Senate. On Monday, December 17, 2012 the congressman was named to fill the office once held by Thurmond (R), making him the … [Read more...] about Rep. Tim Scott of South Carolina to be first black Republican senator since 1978
National Urban League: Reinstate assault weapons ban
Comprehensive review of all gun laws urgently needed On December 17, 2012, National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial reiterated his call for a reinstatement of the assault weapons ban, along with a bluestacks comprehensive review of all gun laws to close loopholes and strengthen enforcement. “When little children in their classrooms are not safe from gun … [Read more...] about National Urban League: Reinstate assault weapons ban