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
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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
Hazel Kendrix celebrates 100th Birthday
Hazel Kendrix (inset) was already 46 years old and the mother of 10 children in 1969 when she decided to leave her rural Louisiana home, the only place she had ever lived, and move with her children to Milwaukee in search of a better life. “I married a man,” she explained recently when asked what prompted her to move, “and he was mean, so I left him. I’ve never looked … [Read more...] about Hazel Kendrix celebrates 100th Birthday
Whose path are you on?
Your life is just that, your life. Yet, how many people in the world today are living their own life? How many people in the world are following a life path for which the guidelines were created by others? Many people in all countries live lives that were patterned by someone else’s concept on how life should be. Everyone has a certain number of years to be on this wonderful … [Read more...] about Whose path are you on?
Notice of Spring Primary and Special Aldermanic Primary and Sample Ballot February 21, 2023
Notice of Spring Primary and Special Aldermanic Primary and Sample Ballot February 21, 2023 OFFICE OF THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE: Notice is hereby given of a spring primary and special aldermanic primary election to be held in the City of Milwaukee on February 21, 2023, at which the officers named below shall be … [Read more...] about Notice of Spring Primary and Special Aldermanic Primary and Sample Ballot February 21, 2023
St. Ann’s Center hosts ‘4th Annual Indaba African Ball’
On Saturday, February 4, 2023, St. Ann Center hosted their "4th Annual Indaba African Ball,' at the Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. The Ball supports the Indaba Band Shell and its upcoming summer season of family-friendly entertainment. The also Ball featured live musical entertainment, dancing, elegant African and Caribbean-flavored cuisine, guest fashion show, photo booth, … [Read more...] about St. Ann’s Center hosts ‘4th Annual Indaba African Ball’
Carter’s Christian Academy holds ‘Ready To Move Forward’ balloon release ceremony
On Wednesday, February 1, 2023, Carter's Christian Academy hosted a "Ready To Move Forward" balloon release ceremony at the academy building, 5268 N. 35th St. Concerned that the trauma that many children in Milwaukee face goes unrecognized, Carter's Christian Academy founder Dr. Andre Carter (hosted a balloon releasing ceremony to help children cope and to raise awareness about … [Read more...] about Carter’s Christian Academy holds ‘Ready To Move Forward’ balloon release ceremony
Walters Realty Group host ‘Grand Celebration’ to recognize founder, Angela Walters, as GMAR’s new board chair
On Saturday, January 21, 2023, Walters Realty Group at EXP Realty hosted their "The Grand Celebration," honoring their clients and celebrating the name of group founder Angela Walters (center) the new chair of the Board of Directors of the Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS® (GMAR) at Expansive Workspaces, 11220 W. Burleigh St. Walters, who has nearly 20 years of … [Read more...] about Walters Realty Group host ‘Grand Celebration’ to recognize founder, Angela Walters, as GMAR’s new board chair