Mary Alice, the actress best known for her roles in A Different World and Sparkle, has died. She was 85. Alice died on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at her home in Manhattan, a spokesperson for the NYPD confirmed. A cause of death was not provided. The actress's death was also confirmed by "one of her close friends," according to Philip Lewis of HuffPost, who announced the … [Read more...] about Mary Alice, ‘A Different World’ and ‘Sparkle’ actress, dead at 85: ‘A Shoulder We All Stood On’
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Bronzeville Artwalk on August 13
Noon until 5:30pm Various locations along MLK - between Meinecke Ave & Garfield Ave … [Read more...] about Bronzeville Artwalk on August 13
CVI honors the late Brigadier General Robert A. Cocroft (ret.) with special ceremony
On Thursday, July 21, 2022, Center for Veterans' Issues (CVI) hosted a special ceremony to honor their late President and CEO Brigadier General Robert A. Cocroft (ret.) at 3400 West Wisconsin Ave. The ceremony was a dual event, for the CVI building was re-dedicated to honor Gen. Cocroft for all the work he had done for the CVI and their Veterans Resource Center, as well as … [Read more...] about CVI honors the late Brigadier General Robert A. Cocroft (ret.) with special ceremony
Fondy Market hosts HBCU Day Mixer
On Saturday, July 30, 2022, Fondy Market along with Alice's Garden hosted a Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Day Mixer at the market, 2200 W. Fond Du Lac Ave. HBCU alumni, students and supporters from all over Milwaukee enjoyed drum lines and majorette performances from Milwaukee Hittaz Drum Corp., and music by DJ Mr. Martin. Many shared their stories and … [Read more...] about Fondy Market hosts HBCU Day Mixer
North- King Stepping Together—United at a 50 year class reunion
In 2017, Brenda Wilkerson from North Division High School and Warren McIver from Rufus King High School got together and talked about the low turnout from their 40th individual class reunions. They discussed trying a combined class reunion and making it a Grand Celebration. Each took the idea back to their individual committees. Brenda and Warren got their committees' consent … [Read more...] about North- King Stepping Together—United at a 50 year class reunion
Nichelle Nichols, trailblazing ‘Star Trek’ actress, dies at 89
Actress and singer Nichelle Nichols, best known for her groundbreaking portrayal of Lt. Nyota Uhura in "Star Trek: The Original Series," has died at age 89, according to a statement from her son, Kyle Johnson. "Last night, my mother, Nichelle Nichols, succumbed to natural causes and passed away. Her light however, like the ancient galaxies now being seen for the first time, … [Read more...] about Nichelle Nichols, trailblazing ‘Star Trek’ actress, dies at 89
NBA legend and civil rights activist Bill Russell dies at 88
NBA legend Bill Russell, an 11-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics and the first black head coach in the league, passed away "peacefully" Sunday, July 31, 2022, according to a family statement from his verified Twitter account. He was 88. "It is with a very heavy heart we would like to pass along to all of Bill's friends, fans, and followers," the statement … [Read more...] about NBA legend and civil rights activist Bill Russell dies at 88
Notice of Partisan Primary and Special Election and Sample Ballot August 9, 2022
Notice of Partisan Primary and Special Election and Sample Ballot August 9, 2022 OFFICE OF THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE: Notice is hereby given of a partisan primary and special election to be held in the City of Milwaukee on August 9, 2022, at which the nominees for the offices named below shall be chosen. The names … [Read more...] about Notice of Partisan Primary and Special Election and Sample Ballot August 9, 2022
Milwaukee Brewers host ‘2022 Negro League Tribute Day’
Fresh off the All-Star break, the Milwaukee Brewers came back to American Family Field for a three-game home stand against the Colorado Rockies which took place July 22-25, 2022. As part of that series Friday, July 22, the Brewers hosted the popular Negro Leagues Tribute Game. Negro Leagues Alumni players threw out the ceremonial first pitches and hosted an autograph … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers host ‘2022 Negro League Tribute Day’
Employ Milwaukee,Inc. introduces new CEO, Chytania Brown
On Sunday, June 26, 2022, Employ Milwaukee, Inc., hosted a special "get to know you," session for their new President and CEO Chytania Brown at The Lily Pad Gallery, 215 N. Broadway. Chytania Brown is no novice to workforce development with more than two decades of experience at the local, state, and national levels. She is considered an expert in this space and … [Read more...] about Employ Milwaukee,Inc. introduces new CEO, Chytania Brown