During the past 100 years, Mary Elizabeth Johnson Smith has been an eye witness to some significant historical events. Born in rural Mississippi in 1921, she lost her mother at age two and the grandmother who raised her at age 12. Shortly after World War II, she and her husband moved to heavily segregated Milwaukee where they tried to build a life and family together before the … [Read more...] about Mary Elizabeth Johnson Smith celebrates 100th birthday
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Milwaukee Urban League hosts ’36th Annual Black and White Ball’
On Saturday, November 6, 2021, the Milwaukee Branch of the Urban League (MUL) hosted their "36th Annual Black and White Ball," at the Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. The Black and White Ball is one of Wisconsin's premier social events of the year and once again the MUL was able to hold the event in person, having had to host it virtually last year due to the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts ’36th Annual Black and White Ball’
Milwaukee’s own Esquires inducted into WAMI Hall of Fame
On Sunday, October 17, 2021, the Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI) celebrated their "40th Annual WAMI Awards and Hall of Fame" inductions at the Turner Hall Ballroom. This year WAMI celebrated 40 years of music excellence by inducting four legendary music acts from the great state of Wisconsin. Among this year's honorees were the legendary R&B act The Esquires. The … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s own Esquires inducted into WAMI Hall of Fame
Mayor Barrett nominates Dana World-Patterson as a Fire and Police Commissioner
Mayor Tom Barrett is nominating Dana World-Patterson, a prominent advocate for the victims of human trafficking, to serve on the Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission. World-Patterson is the founder and chief executive of Foundations for Freedom, Inc., a local organization that works to prevent human trafficking and support women and girls who have been trafficked. She has … [Read more...] about Mayor Barrett nominates Dana World-Patterson as a Fire and Police Commissioner
The Milwaukee Bucks are the first NBA champions to visit the White House since 2016
President Joe Biden welcomed the reigning NBA champions, the Milwaukee Bucks, to the White House on Monday, November 8, 2021, making them the first NBA champions to visit since 2016. "In sport and in a democracy, unity perhaps is the most elusive thing and the most necessary thing," Biden said. "But that's who this team is, they're unified. That's who we are as a … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Bucks are the first NBA champions to visit the White House since 2016
Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy hosts ‘Scienceween’
On Friday, October 29, 2021, The Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy, 6600 West Melvina Street, hosted a "Scienceween." Special guest the "Amazing Science Guy," gave the students a chance to display their work. The event took place in the Science Exploratory Dome installed on the outside of the school's property. The goal of the Scienceween was to incorporate the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy hosts ‘Scienceween’
MLKEDC dedicates statue to former Executive Director, Welford Sanders
Members in the community came out to attend the dedication ceremony of the life size bronze statue honoring Mr. Welford Sanders, the former Executive Director of the Martin Luther King Economic Development Corp. (MLKEDC) on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at the Welford Sanders Historic Lofts and Enterprise Center. Among those in attendance were MLKEDC leaders, city officials, … [Read more...] about MLKEDC dedicates statue to former Executive Director, Welford Sanders
Erickajoy Daniels celebrates launch of new book, ‘Taking Care of Business While My Husband is at the Gate’
On Sunday, October 31, 2021, new author and community health advocate Erickajoy Daniels hosted the official launch of her first book "Taking Care of Business While My Husband is at the Gate" at No Studios, 1037 West McKinley Ave. The book is a journey of enlightenment and guidance from a biblical perspective as she shares and teaches Christian strategies for successfully … [Read more...] about Erickajoy Daniels celebrates launch of new book, ‘Taking Care of Business While My Husband is at the Gate’
Northcott Neighborhood House & Bader Philanthropies host ‘1st Annual Trunk or Treat’
On Sunday, October 31, 2021, Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies and friends hosted their first ever annual "Trunk or Treat…It's About Our Children and Community Festival." The event was held on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive between Burleigh and Locust Streets. Children who came in costume could visit every trunk and get treats, while parents could shop the … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House & Bader Philanthropies host ‘1st Annual Trunk or Treat’
Lindsay Heights and Walnut Way host ‘Halloween Trunk or Treat’
On Sunday, October 31, 2021, Central Lindsay Heights Resident Collective and Walnut Way Conservation Corp., hosted a "3rd Halloween Trunk or Treat" at the 2300 Block of North 17th Street. The event featured old fashioned Halloween style with costumes, candy, food, prizes, a live DJ, and more. Bread of Healing Clinic was in attendance offering COVID-19 vaccines and flu shots, … [Read more...] about Lindsay Heights and Walnut Way host ‘Halloween Trunk or Treat’