Hundreds of Milwaukee-area students obtained supplies for the fall school year and enjoyed a "Welcome Back-to-School Community Bash" at Barack Obama School of Career and Technical Education on August 10, 2023. The event was sponsored by Our Daily Bread Community Outreach Center, Inc. (ODB), and United Healthcare Community Plan. Barack Obama School was the host. More than 200 … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread hosts ‘Back-to-School Community Bash’
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Trump and 18 allies charged in Georgia with election meddling as former president faces 4th criminal case
Donald Trump and 18 allies were indicted in Georgia on Monday, August 14, 2023, accused of scheming to illegally overturn his 2020 election loss in the state. It’s the fourth criminal case to be brought against the former president and the second this month to allege that he tried to subvert the results of the vote. The 97-page indictment details dozens of acts by Trump and … [Read more...] about Trump and 18 allies charged in Georgia with election meddling as former president faces 4th criminal case
Vice President Kamala Harris visits Milwaukee
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Milwaukee Thursday, August 3, 2023 marking her first stop in Wisconsin, a key battleground state, ahead of the 2024 election. Harris toured the Sanmina Corporation's Kenosha County facility in Pleasant Prairie, where the telecommunications company Nokia has announced plans to manufacture new broadband electronic products. In … [Read more...] about Vice President Kamala Harris visits Milwaukee
Milwaukee Community Journal and Dr. Terrance Thomas Scholarship Fund hosts 45th annual ‘Diamonds and Discoveries’
The Milwaukee Community Journal and The Dr. Terrance Thomas Memorial Scholarship Fund hosted their awards celebration “Diamonds and Discoveries,” on Sunday, August 6, 2023 at the Italian Conference Center. Featured were an outstanding group of citizens and community thought leaders who were recognized for their roles in building better communities. This year's honorees … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Community Journal and Dr. Terrance Thomas Scholarship Fund hosts 45th annual ‘Diamonds and Discoveries’
Rev. Dr. Russell B. Williamson and Zion Hill MBC celebrate his 90th birthday
On Sunday, August 6, 2023, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church,1825 W. Hampton Ave., welcomed family and friends to the 90th birthday celebration of Rev. Dr. Russell B. Williamson (upper left photo). Pictured at the birthday bash are (lower right photo, from left) cousin Ogbonna Williamson of Gary, IN; cousin Gregory Williamson of Racine, WI; Rev. Russell B. Williamson; son … [Read more...] about Rev. Dr. Russell B. Williamson and Zion Hill MBC celebrate his 90th birthday
Donations now being accepted for Bronzeville Sleepover for Education
The 9th annual Bronzeville Sleepover for Education, a regular event held during Bronzeville Week, will take place beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 11, 2023 and will last until 8 a.m. on Saturday, August 12. Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs noted that donations for the annual event are now being accepted at various locations throughout the city. “The Sleepover for Education … [Read more...] about Donations now being accepted for Bronzeville Sleepover for Education
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Negro Leagues Baseball
The Milwaukee Brewers hosted the annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game, presented by Aurora Health Care, on Friday, July 21, 2023 against the Atlanta Braves. A pre-game ceremony honored the impact of the Negro Leagues with a meaningful “Pass the Bat” ceremony where RBI champ, Martel Freeland, passed a bat to collect signatures from the Negro Leagues player Dennis Biddle, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Negro Leagues Baseball
Biden-Harris administration opens nearly $100M in grant opportunities for HBCUs, TCCUs, MSIs and underserved students
The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) announced Tuesday, August 1, 2023 the launch of two grant programs to expand research infrastructure in our nation’s historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), tribally controlled colleges and universities (TCCUs), and minority-serving Institutions (MSIs), and to increase completion and retention rates among underserved … [Read more...] about Biden-Harris administration opens nearly $100M in grant opportunities for HBCUs, TCCUs, MSIs and underserved students
Black Arts Fest MKE at Summerfest Grounds on Saturday, August 5, 2023
Family-fun festival celebrates African Heritage and Black Cultural Arts Black Arts Fest MKE (BAFMKE) announced its annual festival to be held on the Summerfest grounds on Saturday, August 5, 2023 from noon – 10 p.m. This family-fun festival celebrates the deep roots of African heritage and the creativity of black cultural arts. The theme, “Doing It For The Culture”, was … [Read more...] about Black Arts Fest MKE at Summerfest Grounds on Saturday, August 5, 2023
Goodwill hosts ‘Multi-Employer Job Fair’
On Thursday July 13, 2023, Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin held its "Multi-Employer Job Fair" at the Goodwill James O. Wright Center for Work and Training, 6055 N 91st St. Employers in attendance included City of Milwaukee, Delaware North, Fiserv Forum, Goodwill / Goodwill Talent Bridge, Milwaukee Public Schools, SEEK Career Staffing, Sysco, and Versiti. … [Read more...] about Goodwill hosts ‘Multi-Employer Job Fair’