On Wednesday, March 16, 2022, Habitat for Humanity launched their 2022 building year at two sites in the Harambee neighborhood in the 6th Aldermanic District. This is a continuation of the organization’s goal to build 80 new homes in the area over four years. This partnership has been a shining example of community collaboration. In 2021 the city was proud to support an … [Read more...] about Habitat for Humanity begins construction on new houses in Harambee
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Viola Cornelius celebrates surprise 70th birthday
Viola Cornelius' "Surprise 70th" Birthday Bash Event was hosted at the King Hall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on February 26, 2022. This event was unique because Viola Cornelius is the baby girl out of 32 siblings and is highly loved and respected by everyone. Her actual birthday was February 22, which fell on a weekday this year, so her 6 kids, 19 grandchildren, 30 great … [Read more...] about Viola Cornelius celebrates surprise 70th birthday
Singer Traci Braxton of ‘Family Values’ dies of esophageal cancer at 50
Singer Traci Braxton, who appeared on the reality series "Braxton Family Values" with her sisters, including Grammy- winner Toni, died Saturday, March 5, 2022, at 50, her family said. "We have come to a time where we must inform the public that after a year of privately undergoing a series of treatment for esophageal cancer, our beloved Traci Braxton has gone on to glory," … [Read more...] about Singer Traci Braxton of ‘Family Values’ dies of esophageal cancer at 50
NCAA tournament in Milwaukee: Parking tips and tricks
The NCAA college basketball tournament is back in Milwaukee for the first time in five years. That means big business for vendors around Fiserv Forum. Fiserv Forum will play host to first- and second-round games on Friday, March 18, and Sunday, March 20. The influx of hoops fans may lead to some parking madness downtown. More than 18,000 fans will descend on Fiserv … [Read more...] about NCAA tournament in Milwaukee: Parking tips and tricks
Wisconsin DMV ends extension for drivers ages 60+ March 31
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds licensed drivers who are ages 60+ and whose license expired in January, February or March 2022, must renew their license by March 31, 2022. The most recent driver license renewal extension for ages 60 and over ends March 31, 2022. Drivers ages 18 to 64 may renew their driver license online … [Read more...] about Wisconsin DMV ends extension for drivers ages 60+ March 31
School Sisters of Notre Dame host ‘2022 Women’s Leadership Luncheon’
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, the School Sisters of Notre Dame Central Pacific Province hosted their annual "2022 Women's Leadership Luncheon" at the Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave. The luncheon recognizes women leaders who have made a positive difference in our community. The theme for this year's luncheon was, "A Title is Not a Leader;" the featured keynote speaker was … [Read more...] about School Sisters of Notre Dame host ‘2022 Women’s Leadership Luncheon’
MKE Fellows and MMOA honor local leaders for Black History Month
On February 28, 2022, Midwest Minority Officials Association (MMOA) hosted a special Black History Month salute for newly appointed WIAA Associate Director LeVar Ridgeway and new Alverno College head golf coach Richard Badger as part of a day-long salute to excellence and achievement at their brand new Associated Bank Center for Professional Development (ABC4PD) at 815 N. Water … [Read more...] about MKE Fellows and MMOA honor local leaders for Black History Month
Samad’s House Corp hosts ‘Black Balloon Release Day’ to recognize OD deaths
On Sunday, March 6, 2022, Samad's House, a sober living home, hosted a "Black Balloon Release Day," to honor those that have lost their lives to drug overdoses and those who continue to suffer from the perils of addiction. According to the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office, between January 1 and October 18, 2020 there was an all-time high of 435 confirmed drug overdose … [Read more...] about Samad’s House Corp hosts ‘Black Balloon Release Day’ to recognize OD deaths
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee partners with the Milwaukee Admirals to open ‘The Ready Center’
Milwaukee Admirals Hockey Club has partnered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee (BGCGM) to create The Ready Center. The Ready Center is located just one mile from the home of the Admirals at 510 W Kilbourn Ave #B, and will focus on college career readiness, leadership development, volunteerism, community service, and entrepreneurial education. This … [Read more...] about Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee partners with the Milwaukee Admirals to open ‘The Ready Center’
America’s Black Holocaust Museum officially reopens
On Friday, February 25, 2022, America's Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) officially reopened its doors with a ribbon cutting celebration at its new home in the The Griot, 401 W. North Ave. America's Black Holocaust Museum is reemerging in Milwaukee's historic Bronzeville neighborhood more than a decade after it was forced to close. In 2008, two years after the death of its … [Read more...] about America’s Black Holocaust Museum officially reopens