By Kathy Gaillard Special for the Milwaukee Times Dr. Gregory Williams came from a long line of accomplished trailblazers. His grandfather, William Womack, was one of the original Tuskegee Airmen; his father, grandfather and uncle all earned doctorate degrees— overcoming the obstacles and challenges of their time to do so. Williams, who completed his undergraduate … [Read more...] about Dr. Gregory Williams – first Black male president of the Sunrise Rotary Club
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Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. presents ‘Come Alive October 5’
On Monday, October 5, 2020, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., hosted "Come Alive October 5" at both their MLK Heritage Health Center, 2555 N. MLK Dr., and their Isaac Coggs Heritage Health Center, 8200 W. Silver Spring Dr. The event was held to get individuals to register to vote for the upcoming presidential election on November 3, 2020. During the event MHSI also handed out … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. presents ‘Come Alive October 5’
Brew City Cowboys presents ‘Keep Milwaukee Clean’
On Saturday, October 3, 2020 the Brew City Cowboys Resource Center, Inc. hosted its "Keep Milwaukee Clean Program Cookout," at Infinity Lounge, 4001 W. Fond du Lac Ave. The cook-out was a pre-event to help drum up volunteers for the clean-up happing on October 10. The cook-out featured free food including hot dogs, brats, chips and beverages, entertainment and some of the … [Read more...] about Brew City Cowboys presents ‘Keep Milwaukee Clean’
Sharp Literacy, Inc. unveils public mural celebrating diversity in historic Bronzeville
As part of SHARP Literacy's Summer Learning/Art on the Move program, the organization partnered with several Milwaukee-area schools and community learning centers to create a large-scale mural , "Our True Colors," which was unveiled in Milwaukee's historic Bronzeville on Wednesday, September 30, 2020. Community artist Vedale Hill (top photo, right) led the remote-learning, … [Read more...] about Sharp Literacy, Inc. unveils public mural celebrating diversity in historic Bronzeville
California Governor nominates first openly Gay Black man to state Supreme Court
“I am not here in spite of the struggle; I’m here because of the struggle,” Justice Martin Jenkins said California Gov. Gavin Newsom nominated an openly gay man to the state’s Supreme Court for the first time in California history on Monday, October 5, 2020. Justice Martin Jenkins, a former prosecutor and judge, accepted the nomination at a press conference with … [Read more...] about California Governor nominates first openly Gay Black man to state Supreme Court
‘Visual Vibes on Villard’ recognizes Milwaukee’s diverse art community
On Saturday, September 26, 2020, Villard Avenue BID #19 and Alderman Ashanti Hamilton (front row, second from left) invited residents to attend "Visual Vibes on Villard - Artist Appreciation," at the North Miilwaukee Art Haus, 5151 N. 35th Street. The event celebrated muralists Ammar Nsoroma, Teresa Sahar, Kevin Soens, Chacho Lopez, Byada Briona, and Chavez Conway who have … [Read more...] about ‘Visual Vibes on Villard’ recognizes Milwaukee’s diverse art community
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity helps get voters registered for 2020 Presidential Election
On Saturday, September 26, 2020, the men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., set up at Gee’s Clippers, 2200 N. Dr. M.L.King, Jr., Dr., to register voters for the 2020 Presidential Election. The Kappas, along with other voter registration volunteer organizations, will be all over the city getting people registered to vote, prior to the election on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity helps get voters registered for 2020 Presidential Election
North Shore Bank donates to Neighborhood House Food Pantry
On Thursday, September 24, 2020, North Shore Bank donated $500 to non-profit partner Neighborhood House of Milwaukee in support of their food pantry serving the community. The donation was part of North Shore Bank’s "Bank on Kindness" initiative. Neighborhood House staff and kids gather for photo with the donation check and coffee and treats were provided for their staff and … [Read more...] about North Shore Bank donates to Neighborhood House Food Pantry
Hip Hop One Stop convenience shop celebrates grand opening
On Saturday, September 19, 2020, Hip Hop One Stop celebrated its grand opening at 7516 W. Appleton Avenue. The store, which is the vision of owner Rodney Fisher (photo, center), boasts a wide variety of apparel, snacks, groceries, cleaning products, classic bulk candy and much more. The grand opening included food, fun and much more. The store is open Tuesdays thru … [Read more...] about Hip Hop One Stop convenience shop celebrates grand opening
Samad’s House and the Franciscan Peacemakers hold fall community resource fair and voter registration
Samad’s House and the Franciscan Peacemakers held a fall community resource event on Saturday, September 19, 2020. The resource fair was held on 34th and Lisbon Avenue. There were several community organizations and businesses present to talk and give out materials to residents about voting and COVID 19 such as Medical College/Froedtert Hospital, Washington Park Association, … [Read more...] about Samad’s House and the Franciscan Peacemakers hold fall community resource fair and voter registration