Jackie Q. Carter (left) celebrated Black History Month this year by making a little history of her own when she became the first African American and the first female Municipal Port Director of Milwaukee following a swearing in ceremony at City Hall on February 23, 2023. As Port Director, Carter will direct commercial and recreational operations at Port Milwaukee, oversee a … [Read more...] about Carter makes history as Milwaukee’s first African American female Municipal Port Director
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GMUL hosts ’62nd Annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon’
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) celebrated equity and inclusion at the "62nd Annual Whitney M. Young, Jr., Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon" on February 23, 2023 at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. Individuals received awards in areas including economic development, education, health, advocacy, and more. GMUL and Molson Coors also launched "The Entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ’62nd Annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon’
Local photographer honored at City’s Black History program
On Tuesday, February 28, 2023 the City of Milwaukee's "7th Annual Black History Program" was held at the City Hall Rotunda. The program was put on by Alderpersons Milele Coggs, Mark Chambers, Jr., Khalif Rainey and Russell W. Stamper II. The Living Legend Award went to Yvonne Kemp, who was born in Racine, Wisconsin, but raised in Milwaukee. She attended Seifert Elementary … [Read more...] about Local photographer honored at City’s Black History program
Milwaukee Walmart closing, Hayat Pharmacy works to fill need
The Walmart Supercenter at Milwaukee's Timmerman Plaza will close for good March 10, 2023. Thousands rely on it for groceries, but the pharmacy is also key for many people's essential medications. Hayat Pharmacy held a wellness event Saturday, February. 25, 2023 as it works to fill the gap. "Hayat is not just about putting pills into a vial and selling it to a patient. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Walmart closing, Hayat Pharmacy works to fill need
MCTS testing of new payment system starts this month
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is introducing a new payment system that will allow it to cap fares for riders — helping improve social equity in the county, researchers say. Essentially, everyone who has a bus card or downloads the app will ride for free after hitting the fare cap. The caps in Milwaukee will be $4 for the day, $19.50 for the week … [Read more...] about MCTS testing of new payment system starts this month
Milwaukee Rec’s ‘Daddy/Daughter Dance’ makes triumphant return
On Saturday, February. 18, 2023, Milwaukee Public School's Recreation Department hosted their "18th Annual Daddy/Daughter Dance" at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St. This was the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic that the dinner and dance has been held and, just like in previous years, the dance was a sell-out. The dinner and dance was presented … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Rec’s ‘Daddy/Daughter Dance’ makes triumphant return
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity celebrates Founders Day
On Saturday February 18, 2023 at the Women's Club of Wisconsin 813 E. Kilbourn Avenue, the Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., held their Founders Day Dinner. The event was open to the public and the guest speaker was Jimmy McMikle, Senior Grand Vice Polemarch of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. A native of Connecticut’s Greater Hartford area, Jimmy … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity celebrates Founders Day
Wisconsin’s February primary election results: Supreme Court, Senate District 8, and aldermanic races
Voters went to the polls Tuesday, February 21, 2023 in Wisconsin for the spring primary election. The only statewide race in this primary was for Wisconsin Supreme Court. The top two vote-getters will advance to the April 4 spring election. They are Janet Protasiewicz (D) and Daniel Kelly (R). There was a Republican primary for state Senate District 8. The winner of the … [Read more...] about Wisconsin’s February primary election results: Supreme Court, Senate District 8, and aldermanic races
Eta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Alpha PI Chapter hosts annual Jazz Brunch
On Saturday, February 11, 2023, the Eta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Alpha PI Chapter held their annual Jazz Brunch at the Four Point Sheraton Hotel North Shore, 8900 N. Kildeer Ct. The Jazz Brunch was a benefit for citizens with developmental and intellectual disabilities. This year's honoree Epitomized Living, LLC, owns and operates adult family homes for the following target … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Alpha PI Chapter hosts annual Jazz Brunch
WGLB Radio honors history-making Milwaukee Fire Department couple
On Monday, February 6, 2023, WGLB Radio/ Joy Unspeakable Radio (1560-AM and 96.1 FM) and Dr. Ricky Price, Sr. honored Assistant Milwaukee Fire Chief Sharon Purifoy-Smoots for 25 years of service to the Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) and the community. Also honored was her husband Dr. Dewayne Smoots, Assistant Milwaukee Fire Chief for 36 years of service to MFD. WGLB is proud … [Read more...] about WGLB Radio honors history-making Milwaukee Fire Department couple