Members of the board and supporters of Our Daily Bread Community Outreach Center, Inc., honored Founder and Chief Executive Officer Lea Kyle-Lewis (fourth from right) with a plaque at a small 18th anniversary celebration event held on November 12, 2022 at the organization’s new headquarters located at 9235 West Capitol Drive. From left to right: Greg Johnson, board … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread celebrates 18th anniversary with community award and new headquarters
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Outreach Community Health Centers hosted a Topping Off Ceremony
On Wednesday, October 26, 2022, Outreach Community Health Centers' (OCHC) board, staff, project partners, health partners, and elected officials celebrated an essential milestone for OCHC's new building addition. Also, guests had the opportunity to sign one of the last beams before observing it being raised by a crane and placed in its final resting spot. The 4-story … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers hosted a Topping Off Ceremony
Zion Hill MBC hosts ‘3rd Annual Veteran’s Day Recognition Luncheon’
On Sunday, November 13, 2022, from 12:30 p.m.-3 p.m., in the Turner Hall on the lower level of Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1825 W. Hampton Ave., the church hosted its 3rd Annual Veteran's Day Recognition Luncheon honoring 12 veterans that have served in different branches of the military who are also members of the church. Guest speaker was The Badger Group CEO and … [Read more...] about Zion Hill MBC hosts ‘3rd Annual Veteran’s Day Recognition Luncheon’
North Sunrise Rotary Club dedicates public bench to promote community engagement
On Tuesday, November 1, 2022, The Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club dedicated a neighborhood bench located on the northwest corner of 55th and Center, near a Milwaukee County Transit bus stop. The neighborhood bench project was presented to our club by one of their members, Thanner Baquero, a local resident of the Uptown Neighborhood. The purpose of the neighborhood bench is … [Read more...] about North Sunrise Rotary Club dedicates public bench to promote community engagement
Democrats defy ‘red wave’ to keep Senate control
Democrats took a post-election victory lap on Sunday, Novmeber 13, 2022, after retaining control of the U.S. Senate, defying Republican hopes for a "red wave" in the midterm elections, and turned their attention to Georgia, where a run-off contest could strengthen their hand in Congress. Democratic leaders portrayed the better-than-expected performance as vindication of … [Read more...] about Democrats defy ‘red wave’ to keep Senate control
Judge Derek Mosley named director of Marquette Law School’s Lubar Center
Derek Mosley, a judge of the Milwaukee Municipal Court for 20 years, has been named director of Marquette University Law School’s Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education, Marquette President Michael R. Lovell announced on November 1, 2022. Mosley, who was appointed Municipal Court Judge in 2002 following a seven-year career as an assistant district attorney … [Read more...] about Judge Derek Mosley named director of Marquette Law School’s Lubar Center
DHS announces new walkin location for Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES)
Starting November 1, 2022, Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES) will serve Milwaukee County residents who participate in state benefit programs at a new location at 6055 North 64th Street. Members of programs such as BadgerCare Plus, FoodShare, and Wisconsin Shares will have free parking, bus line access, and improved building accessibility with first floor walk-in … [Read more...] about DHS announces new walkin location for Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES)
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce its ‘Eleventh Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
In an effort to help feed those in need this Thanksgiving, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), Molina Healthcare, United Healthcare Community Plan, iCare, Feeding America, LabCorp, North Shore Bank, Feeding America and Galst Foods are providing nutritious grocery dinners to Milwaukee residents. Feeding America reports that nearly 520,000 Wisconsinites do not know where … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce its ‘Eleventh Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
Lena Horne Theatre dedication celebrates the relationship between the late performer and the Nederlander Organization
The Lena Horne Theatre is the latest Broadway house to be renamed for a black artist. On November 1, 2022, the venue, owned by the Nederlander Organization and the current home of “Six,” revealed its new marquee in a dedication ceremony and block party outside the theater on 47th Street. Led by Broadway royalty (LaChanze, Audra Mc- Donald, Tamara Tunie and Vanessa Williams — … [Read more...] about Lena Horne Theatre dedication celebrates the relationship between the late performer and the Nederlander Organization
Fall General Election 2022 winners
Governor Tony Evers Lt. Gov. elect Sara Rodriguez Senator Ron Johnson Congresswoman Gwen Moore Attorney General Josh Kaul … [Read more...] about Fall General Election 2022 winners