On Saturday, August 20, 2022, Bishop Sedgwick Daniels (right), who serves as pastor of the Holy Redeemer Church of God in Christ, along with representatives from Anthem Healthcare and the city of Milwaukee, celebrated the ribbon-cutting for the new CH Mason Community Health Clinic, 3500 West Mother Daniels Way. After originally opening in 2008, the clinic was first run under … [Read more...] about Local Milwaukee Bishop opens community health clinic
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The Links, Inc., host ‘8th Annual Denim and Diamonds Gala’
On September 9,2022, the members of the Cream City (WI) chapter of the Links, Inc., will present its "8th Annual Denim and Diamonds Gala" on a virtual format. This gala is the organization's annual fundraiser and "Denim and Diamonds" is its signature event. The theme this year is "Celebrating Black Entrepreneurship." During the presentation, the chapter will honor three … [Read more...] about The Links, Inc., host ‘8th Annual Denim and Diamonds Gala’
American Legion District #5 seeks to raise funds to repair landmark
In 1931 The American Legion Milwaukee Memorial Monument was erected at Reservoir Park, 626 East North Avenue, on the east hill of Kilbourn Reservoir Park; it’s the only American Legion Star emblem of its size in the United States. The monument template was initially filled with live flowers and plants and was maintained by the City of Milwaukee Water Works Department, but was … [Read more...] about American Legion District #5 seeks to raise funds to repair landmark
Campaign For Tobacco-Free Kids brings national youth advocacy tour to Milwaukee
On Wednesday, August 24 and Thursday August 25, 2022, the Campaign For Tobacco-Free Kids, in partnership with the Wisconsin African American Tobacco Prevention Network and Wisconsin Tobacco Prevention and Poverty Network, brought its 2022 Youth Advocacy Tour to Milwaukee. The two-day event featured a Community Dinner and Celebration on Wednesday, August 24 at the African … [Read more...] about Campaign For Tobacco-Free Kids brings national youth advocacy tour to Milwaukee
The Business Council’s 23rd Annual Strategic Partnership Luncheon features founders of largest black-owned laundry detergent company in America
The Business Council hosted the organization's 23rd Annual Strategic Partnership Luncheon - Selectively Hustle on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at the Wisconsin Club (City Club), 900 W. Wisconsin Ave. The Luncheon featured Ali B. Muhammad and Abdur Rahim Shaheed, two of the founders of The True Products LLC, a veteran-owned, international, premier provider of household cleaning … [Read more...] about The Business Council’s 23rd Annual Strategic Partnership Luncheon features founders of largest black-owned laundry detergent company in America
Local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp honored as pioneer and advocate
On Sunday, August 21, 2022, local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp was honored for her 80th birthday as well as her work in the community at the Wisconsin African American Women's Center, 3020 W. Vliet St. Originally trained in accounting, Yvonne has worked for a number of organizations, including SDC, over the years. But it was her brother, the late Harry Kemp, who got her into … [Read more...] about Local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp honored as pioneer and advocate
Outreach Community Health Centers hosts annual health fair
On Saturday, August 6, 2022, Outreach Community Health Centers hosted its annual Community Health and Resource Fair in the parking lot of Ebenezer Church of God in Christ, 3132 N. Dr. MLK, Jr., Drive. The health and resource fair was a great event for the entire family, which included giveaways of back packs and school supplies, giveaways of fresh produce, raffles and prizes, … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers hosts annual health fair
Vera LeBlanc celebrates 100th Birthday with ‘stroll down memory lane’
On Saturday July 16, 2022, Vera LeBlanc celebrated her 100th Birthday by “going down memory lane.” Vera's first stop was Mount Moriah Baptist Church where she has been a member since 1995. Vera was greeted by Pastor Patrick and 1st Lady Pat Greer where she received a proclamation from Governor Tony Evers. Cards and gifts were also presented to her from members of the … [Read more...] about Vera LeBlanc celebrates 100th Birthday with ‘stroll down memory lane’
Chairperson of Milwaukee Domestic Violence Commission announces resignation
Jermaine Reed unhappy with appointment of Ashanti Hamilton to head city's Office of Violence Prevention The chairperson of the Milwaukee Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault has announced his resignation. Jermaine Reed said on Facebook he was leaving the position because of Mayor Cavalier Johnson's appointment of Ashanti Hamilton as director of the city's … [Read more...] about Chairperson of Milwaukee Domestic Violence Commission announces resignation
Alzheimer’s Association invites Milwaukee County residents to join ‘2022 Walk to End Alzheimer’s’ on September 18
"Walk to End Alzheimer’s" is world’s largest event dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Milwaukee County residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the "Walk to End Alzheimer’s" on September 18, 2022 at Henry Maier Festival Park, 639 E. Summerfest Pl., Milwaukee. The gates open at 8:00 a.m., with … [Read more...] about Alzheimer’s Association invites Milwaukee County residents to join ‘2022 Walk to End Alzheimer’s’ on September 18