On Friday, August 11, 2023, Northcott Neighborhood House Seniors Club dedicated "The Wright Spot Healing Space." This space was created by Northcott Neighborhood House seniors and youth in the apple and cherry orchard located on the corner of North 5th and Wright Streets. The space was created with a grant program from the City of Milwaukee for creating neighborhood healing … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House Seniors Club dedicates ‘The Wright Spot Healing Space’
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The Hop to launch lakefront streetcar route this October
The lakefront line service will begin on Oct. 29 but will initially only run on Sundays due to construction Milwaukee's streetcar, The Hop, will begin its new lakefront service this fall, but with a limitation in place. According to the Milwaukee Business Journal, the service will kick off on October 29, 2023. But, because of the construction of the Couture apartment … [Read more...] about The Hop to launch lakefront streetcar route this October
Dr. William Finlayson Street honors Milwaukee doctor, city icon
Milwaukee leaders gathered to rename North 5th Street as Dr. William Finlayson Street on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. While streets are often renamed, the Bronzeville District name change highlighted an important player in the city's African American history. "Dr. Finlayson is among that group that we call the greatest in their generation," said former Milwaukee Acting … [Read more...] about Dr. William Finlayson Street honors Milwaukee doctor, city icon
Northcott Neighborhood House and others partner to provide books and supplies to students in the Harambee Neighborhood
On Friday, August 11, 2023, Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies, United Methodist Church, WestCare Wisconsin, King Advisory, Inc., and Bronzeville Cultural and Arts Festival came together to pass out 2,000 books. These partners from all over the city collaborated to provide youth with book bags and school supplies; their goal was to give out thousands of book … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House and others partner to provide books and supplies to students in the Harambee Neighborhood
Our Daily Bread hosts ‘Back-to-School Community Bash’
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’
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