On Saturday, October 16, 2021, Parklawn Assembly of God, 3725 N. Sherman Blvd., invited neighbors from the Sherman Park neighborhood and the surrounding Greater Milwaukee Metro Area to join them for Harvest Fest 2021. Everyone was welcomed to the celebration of life, family, and community. At Parklawn, October is a month when we focus on the future, through a time of … [Read more...] about Parklawn Assembly of God hosts 2021 Harvest Festival
National and Local News
Sheriff Earnell Lucas announces candidacy for Mayor
On Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at the Milwaukee Public Market, 400 N. Water St., Sheriff Earnell Lucas gave a campaign speech announcing that he is running for Mayor of the City of Milwaukee. The event was well attended and Lucas gave a inspiring speech why he should be the next Mayor for the city of Milwaukee. During the event Sheriff Lucus said he was running because, "I … [Read more...] about Sheriff Earnell Lucas announces candidacy for Mayor
Colin Powell, first black US Secretary of State, dies of COVID-19 complications amid cancer battle
Colin Powell, the retired four-star general who became the country's first black Secretary of State and chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff, died Monday, October 18, 2021 due to complications from COVID-19, his family said in a statement on Facebook. Powell, 84, was fully vaccinated from COVID-19, his family said, and had been treated at Walter Reed National Medical … [Read more...] about Colin Powell, first black US Secretary of State, dies of COVID-19 complications amid cancer battle
Track and field legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee to visit Carthage College
On October 14-17, 2021, three-time Olympic gold medalist and international humanitarian Jackie Joyner-Kersee visited Carthage College during Homecoming and Family Weekend. While on campus Joyner-Kersee met with several student groups over the span of two days. She also visited with middle school students from the YMCA Teen Achievers program, where Cameron Swallow, wife of … [Read more...] about Track and field legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee to visit Carthage College
NABVets and the Center for Veterans Issues host Hispanic Heritage Month event
On Friday, October 15, 2021, the Center for Veterans Issues and the National Association for Black Veterans hosted a luncheon to honor the services and sacrifice of Latino Veterans at the Center for Veterans Issues Building at 3500 West Wisconsin Ave. Pictured are (back row, from left) member Oscar Castaneda; NABVets National Claims Officer Calvin Shields; NABVets Retired Vice … [Read more...] about NABVets and the Center for Veterans Issues host Hispanic Heritage Month event
African Diaspora Council delivers school supplies to students in need
On Friday, October 15, 2021, the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee's African Diaspora Council (ADC), an affinity resource group comprised of faculty and staff at UWM, presented two car-loads of school supplies they had collected for area students. The students who attend these schools often do so without the basic tools necessary for learning, like pencils and paper. Last year … [Read more...] about African Diaspora Council delivers school supplies to students in need
Bader Philanthropies honor legacy of Reuben and the late Mildred Harpole with new building dedication
On Tuesday, October 12, 2021, Bader Philanthropies, Inc., leaders and supporters gathered to celebrate the grand opening of its new Harambee neighborhood building at 3338 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Drive. The development, which houses a jazz café called Sam's Place, and Shalem Healing Inc., a health and wellness service, has been named the Harpole Building in honor of … [Read more...] about Bader Philanthropies honor legacy of Reuben and the late Mildred Harpole with new building dedication
SHARP Literacy unveils ‘Healing Hands’ public mural in historic Bronzeville district
On Wednesday, October 6, 2021, SHARP Literacy's STEAM-based educational program, partnered with several other area Milwaukee schools to create a large-scale mural entitled, "Helping Hands" which was unveiled in a special ceremony in the historic Bronzeville neighborhood, 2209 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. Community Artist Vedale Hill led the public art project, which … [Read more...] about SHARP Literacy unveils ‘Healing Hands’ public mural in historic Bronzeville district
Milwaukee County Parks honor the late Guy W. Taylor
On Saturday, October 2, 2021, Debora Taylor (center), her family and the Milwaukee County Parks system honored the life of the late Guy W. Taylor. Guy was the highest ranking African American in the Milwaukee County Parks system where he retired and helped pave the way for many others. To honor his life and accomplishments his family and the Milwaukee County Parks held a … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County Parks honor the late Guy W. Taylor
Tricks, treats, tracks
The Hop and Milwaukee Downtown BID, #21 partnering to celebrate Halloween on the streetcar Halloween is coming on board the streetcar this year as The Hop, presented by Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, is partnering with Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 on a new “Tricks, Treats, Tracks” celebration. On Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021 from 1-4 p.m., Milwaukee Downtown’s Public Service … [Read more...] about Tricks, treats, tracks