On Saturday, December 16, 2023, the Dr. Martin L. King, Jr., Community Center, located at 1531 W. Vliet St., held its annual "Breakfast with Santa." The center has held the event for the past 5 years and this year more than 300 children with their families participated. Every child in attendance received a toy from the secret "Santa Room," where only children were allowed. … [Read more...] about Dr. King Community Center hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’
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Voice of the Fatherless Child brings holiday joy to families in need
On Sunday, December 17, 2023, Voice of the Fatherless Child (VOFC), a local nonprofit, helped Milwaukee families get into the holiday spirit by delivering trees, gifts and decorations to families in need. This year they stopped at 10 homes, bringing the holiday spirit to people’s doorsteps. VOFC founder Monte Mabra, said as a child he always dreamed of a Christmas with a real … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child brings holiday joy to families in need
Andre Braugher, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ actor dies at age 61
Actor who played deadpan Captain Raymond Holt and starred in 'Homicide: Life on the Street,' has died after a brief illness Andre Braugher, who starred as Captain Raymond Holt in the hit comedy Brooklyn Nine-Nine and as Detective Frank Pembleton in Homicide: Life on the Street, has died at age 61. The actor passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023 after battling lung … [Read more...] about Andre Braugher, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ actor dies at age 61
Fall 2023 ‘Top Teens of America’ induction ceremoney
The Milwaukee Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction (TLOD) held its Fall 2023 Top Teens of America (TTA) induction on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at St. Mark AME Church, 1616 W. Atkinson Ave. Twenty young men and women were inducted. including Francois Adelon, Madyson Atandare-Stewart, Kaleb Josiah Avery, Alexandria N. Baker, Omar Cherrington, Jr., Askya Chipley, Mariah A. Clarke, … [Read more...] about Fall 2023 ‘Top Teens of America’ induction ceremoney
MATC graduates more than 740 students at winter commencement
On Sunday, December 10, 2023, Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) hosted its 2023 Winter Commencement at Fiserv Forum downtown. More than 740 students earned associate degrees, technical diplomas, apprenticeships and adult high school diplomas. In addition, 12 candidates for graduation who have served in the U.S. military wore red, white and blue cords from the college. … [Read more...] about MATC graduates more than 740 students at winter commencement
Melanin Minded, LLC. hosts ‘2nd Annual Her Life and Music-Memories’
The 2nd Annual Melanin Minded, Her Life and Music Event-"Memories", was held on Friday November 10, 2023 at Direct Supply’s Champions’ Hall, 7301 W. Champions’ Way. This event was created by Dr. Bashir Raheem Easter to honor his mother, Deloris Pitts, who was diagnosed with dementia in 2004 and was cared for by family at home while the disease advance and eventually claimed her … [Read more...] about Melanin Minded, LLC. hosts ‘2nd Annual Her Life and Music-Memories’
Milwaukee Common Council orders DPW to pick up Christmas trees,reversing controversial change
Public Works Committee called for a special meeting on Dec. 11 after the announcement by the Department of Public Works last week Milwaukee Common Council's Public Works Committee ordered the city's Department of Public Works (DPW) to pick up Christmas trees left on the curb after the holiday, reversing a controversial change announced December 5, 2023. The DPW … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Common Council orders DPW to pick up Christmas trees,reversing controversial change
Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
On Friday, November 17, 2023, the family of the late Rev. Claude Edwards hosted a celebration in honor of the late pastor and founder of Faith Temple Church of God in Christ. He passed away in 2020 at age 96. Rev. Edwards was a pillar in our community with unwavering dedication to Faith Temple Church, where he thrived for the betterment of the lives of his congregation and the … [Read more...] about Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
Northcott Neighborhood House hosts 3rd annual ‘Tis the Season Turkey Dinner Giveaway’
"The Third Annual 'Tis the Season Turkey Dinner Giveaway" blessed 1,000 families with a home-cooked meal from Daddy's Soul Food & Grille on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023, at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th St. Northcott Neighborhood House Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr., said, "Thank you to everyone who made this day special for 1,000 families. … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts 3rd annual ‘Tis the Season Turkey Dinner Giveaway’
Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra presents Holiday Jazz with Dee Alexander
On Saturday, December 2, 2023, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and Bradley Symphony Center presented "Holiday Jazz With Dee Alexander." This special one-night-only performance of “Chicago’s first lady of jazz,” Dee Alexander served up the winter holiday season in style with show-stopping standards and spirituals to lift the soul. Accompanied by guitarist and composer/arranger John … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra presents Holiday Jazz with Dee Alexander