Donald Trump leads over President Joe Biden among older voters by 7 percentage points On Tuesday, July 9, 2024 AARP Wisconsin released a 2024 statewide election survey, showing candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Wisconsinites ages 50 and older. Eighty-five percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” … [Read more...] about New AARP Wisconsin Poll: Voters 50-plus could tip the scales in 2024
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Stephen McKinley Henderson will lead select group of nation’s top regional theater actors
McKinley Henderson will serve as Master Teacher for 2024 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at Ten Chimneys Ten Chimneys Foundation is proud to announce Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys. Since its groundbreaking inception in 2009, the Lunt-Fontanne … [Read more...] about Stephen McKinley Henderson will lead select group of nation’s top regional theater actors
Honorary street sign approved for Dr. Gloria Gilmer
On May 30, 2024, the City of Milwaukee Citizen Advisory Committee on the Naming of Streets voted to approve placing an honorary street sign in the name of the late Dr. Gloria Ford Gilmer (who passed in 2021) at N. 6th Street and W. Highland Avenue on the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) campus. In 2023, Dr. Gilmer became the first black female mathematician to have … [Read more...] about Honorary street sign approved for Dr. Gloria Gilmer
Repairers of the Breach hosts annual ‘Independence Day Cookout and Program’
Repairers of the Breach, a daytime refuge and resource center for homeless adults hosted its annual "Independence Day Cookout and Program" on Thursday, July 4, 2024. This year’s celebration kicked off a new monthly inspirational series with community presenters speaking to the theme, “This Is My Story . . .” The first guest presenter was Dr. George E. Koonce, Jr., Senior Vice … [Read more...] about Repairers of the Breach hosts annual ‘Independence Day Cookout and Program’
CAPITA hosts first annual ‘We are the Drum Awards and Scholarship Brunch’
On June 15, 2024, City at Peace in the Arts Productions (CAPITA) hosted its first annual “We are the Drum Awards and Scholarship Brunch" at the Four Points Sheraton in Brown Deer, WI. "We are the Drum Awards" were presented to six community leaders who work diligently at improving the lives of others in the metropolitan Milwaukee. Established in 2022, The "We are the Drum … [Read more...] about CAPITA hosts first annual ‘We are the Drum Awards and Scholarship Brunch’
Fourteen Milwaukee bus routes to be impacted by RNC
Milwaukee County Transit System announced changes, citing security measures around the event.Riders are advised to expect delays and plan their trips accordingly. Fourteen bus routes will be impacted starting July 11, 2024, as the Republican National Convention (RNC) comes to Milwaukee. According to a news release Monday, July 8, 2024 Milwaukee County Transit System … [Read more...] about Fourteen Milwaukee bus routes to be impacted by RNC
UW-Milwaukee chancellor to step down
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) Chancellor Mark Mone announced Wednesday, July 3, 2024, he will step down next year and return to his role as a business professor. He said serving as chancellor requires around-the-clock attention and has been as rewarding as it is challenging. Mone led the school through the global pandemic and managed ongoing legislative budget … [Read more...] about UW-Milwaukee chancellor to step down
Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide
The Fellowship Open, one of the nation’s premiere corporate and community charity golf events for 24 consecutive years, announced its 2024 Legends Honorees – Milwaukee Brewers Associate Manager Rickie Weeks, and Milwaukee Bucks Assistant Coach Vin Baker. Weeks was honored during the Brewers home stand at American Family Field on Monday, June 24, 2024. The popular and … [Read more...] about Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide
Versiti on King presents: ‘Remember Who You Are’ luncheon
Versiti on King (VOK) invited the public to discover and celebrate their African ancestry at the "Remember Who You Are" luncheon on May 31, 2024. The luncheon was hosted by Shannon Sims, reporter and lead anchor for TMJ4 News, Versiti welcomed keynote speaker Dr. Gina Paige, co-founder and president of African Ancestry, Inc. African Ancestry is the world leader in tracing … [Read more...] about Versiti on King presents: ‘Remember Who You Are’ luncheon
2024 Fourth of July fireworks and parades in Milwaukee and beyond
It's hard to believe, but Independence Day celebrations are here. Here is a list of where to go. Fireworks: July 4 Brookfield: 9:17 p.m., Mitchell Park Brown Deer: 9:30 p.m., Village Park Butler: Dusk (about 9 p.m.), Frontier Park Cedarburg: Dusk, Adlai Horn Park Columbus: Dusk, Fireman's Park (Rain date is July 5) Cudahy: 9:15 p.m., Sheridan Park Glendale: 9 p.m., … [Read more...] about 2024 Fourth of July fireworks and parades in Milwaukee and beyond