On Tuesday, June 6, 2023, Northcott Neighborhood House Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr., Juneteenth Scholarship Director LaTonya Lucas and the Juneteenth Planning Committee hosted a press conference to announce the winners of the 2023 Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant Winners and Court, at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th Street. This year's winners are: Miss … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House announces winners and full courtof the ’31st Annual Juneteenth Scholarship’ event
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Minnesota’s governor signs bill legalizing recreational marijuana, so what’s next in WI?
Wisconsin is an 'island' where neither medical nor recreational marijuana is legal Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed legislation Tuesday, May 30, 2023, legalizing the use of recreational marijuana, making it the 23rd state to do so. “This has been a long journey with a lot of folks involved,” Walz said during a signing ceremony at the State Capitol. The move solidifies … [Read more...] about Minnesota’s governor signs bill legalizing recreational marijuana, so what’s next in WI?
Center for Teaching Entrepreneurship hosts ‘2nd Annual Big Hat Soiree’
On Thursday, May 18, 2023, The Center for Teaching Entrepreneurship (CTE) hosted their "2nd Annual Big Hat Soiree" at the Bradley Pavilion, Marcus Center for Performing Arts. The Big Hat Soiree honored CTE's late founder, ReDonna Rodgers, and the vision she provided for CTE’s work with young people in Milwaukee. Her vision continues with dedicated volunteers, … [Read more...] about Center for Teaching Entrepreneurship hosts ‘2nd Annual Big Hat Soiree’
‘Queen of rock ‘n’ roll’ Tina Turner dies at 83
Tina Turner, the American- born singer who left a hardscrabble farming community and abusive relationship to become one of the top recording artists of all time, died on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at the age of 83. She died peacefully after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, her representative said. Turner began her career in the 1950s during … [Read more...] about ‘Queen of rock ‘n’ roll’ Tina Turner dies at 83
Milwaukee Brewers honor active service men and women for Military Appreciation Day
In honor of Military Appreciation Day, the Milwaukee Brewers welcomed USO Wisconsin on Sunday, May 28, 2023, and honored 27 active service members in a special ceremony at American Family Field, before the Crew took on the San Francisco Giants. The active service members were welcomed on the field where they were recognized for their service. As a special thank you, Brewers … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers honor active service men and women for Military Appreciation Day
Northcott Neighborhood House hosts Senior Club’s joint Mother’s and Father’s Day celebration
Northcott Neighborhood House Senior Club celebrated a combined event marking both Mother’s and Father’s Day along with Keith Vessel of Gee’s Clippers on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Northcott Neighborhood House Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr., said it best. “Of all the special joys in life. The big and small ones are the joys of a mother's and father's love.” The … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts Senior Club’s joint Mother’s and Father’s Day celebration
Northcott Neighborhood House kicks off 52nd Annual Juneteenth with“I Am Juneteenth” press conference
On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, Northcott Neighborhood House (NNH) Executive Director Tony Kearney and the Juneteenth Planning Committee hosted the "I Am Juneteenth" celebration kickoff press conference at Northcott, 2460 N 6th St. NNH Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr. announced all of the Juneteenth festivities. Kearney said, “This year our theme is 'I AM JUNETEENTH,' … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House kicks off 52nd Annual Juneteenth with“I Am Juneteenth” press conference
Alverno College celebrates students of color with rites of passage
Events mix tradition and sisterhood In a tradition that goes back more than 25 years, Alverno College honored graduating students of color in various cultural ceremonies on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Since 1994, Alverno has held a Bestowing of the Kente, a rite of passage recognizing black students who are graduating seniors, earning a master’s degree, or completing a … [Read more...] about Alverno College celebrates students of color with rites of passage
MPS mourns loss of principal McWilliams at WCLL
Deepest sympathies extended to family, students, and colleagues The Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) community is mourning the loss of Stanley W. McWilliams, the beloved principal of Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning (WCLL). McWilliams, 54, passed away May 20, 2023. A proud alumnus of Rust College, a historically black college in Holly Springs, MS, McWilliams … [Read more...] about MPS mourns loss of principal McWilliams at WCLL
Groundbreaking held to celebrate new MLK Library Apartments
Nearly 100 new apartments and a new public library are coming to Milwaukee. A ceremony celebrating the groundbreaking was held for the MLK Library Apartments Friday, May 19, 2023. The $38-million project will transform the 2900 block of Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive into 93 affordable apartments, and a new 18,000-square-foot public library branch. "This project … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking held to celebrate new MLK Library Apartments