On Saturday, August 7, 2021, as part of Bronzeville Week's 10th anniversary celebration of the people and business in the area, the "Brunch in Bronzville" event shined a light on some of Bronzeville's wonderful and stylish dining establishments. Three Bronzeville restaurants took part in "Brunch in Bronzeville" – On the Bayou, Mi Casa Su Café and Skybox Sports Bar. The event … [Read more...] about ‘Bronzeville Week’ celebrates with a ‘Brunch in Bronzeville’
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‘Bronzeville Week’ presents the ‘7th Annual Sleepover for Education’
From Saturday, August 7 to Sunday, August 8, 2021, Bronzeville Week presented the "7th Annual Sleepover for Education" on the corner of MLK Dr. and North Ave., in front of Pete's Fruit Market, 2323 N. Dr. MLK Drive. The event collected donated school supplies from passers-by overnight. Those items will go to students at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School, so they can … [Read more...] about ‘Bronzeville Week’ presents the ‘7th Annual Sleepover for Education’
Dennis Thomas, Kool & the Gang co-founding member, dead at 70
Dennis Thomas, longtime saxophonist and co-founder of Kool & the Gang, has died at the age of 70. Thomas, also known as “Dee Tee,” died peacefully in his sleep Saturday, August 8, 2021, in New Jersey, according to the legendary funk band’s official Twitter account. The Associated Press reports that he is survived by his wife, daughter and two sons. Thomas was one of … [Read more...] about Dennis Thomas, Kool & the Gang co-founding member, dead at 70
Majestic Community Choir celebrates return with pot luck picnic reunion
The Majestic Community Choir celebrated their return with a potluck picnic at Oakwood Park in Menomonee Falls. Longtime members, friends and family gathered for the first time since the start of the pandemic lock-down. The event included good food, games, dancing and singing. The event was organized by Joe Nathaniel, Jr., founder and director of the chior. … [Read more...] about Majestic Community Choir celebrates return with pot luck picnic reunion
Library at Dr. George Washington Carver Academy renamed for former educator
On Friday, July 27, 2021, at the home of Joyce A. Hall a private ceremony was held in honor of the renaming of the Dr. George Washington Carver Academy library, to the Joyce A. Hall Library. For more than 36 years Joyce was a full-time reading teacher at Carver, then called Henry L. Palmer School. After her retirement in 1994, Joyce would return a few month later as a volunteer … [Read more...] about Library at Dr. George Washington Carver Academy renamed for former educator
Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club celebrates ‘Changing of the Guard’ at anniversary dinner
Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club held a celebratory event at the Pfister Hotel's Mason Street Grill on Thursday, July 29, 2021. This dinner recognized the former president Dr. Willie Hart and outgoing president Greg Williams. Diane Beckley Milner, the newly elected president was installed and gave remarks. Pictured are (first row, from left) Monica Phillip, President … [Read more...] about Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club celebrates ‘Changing of the Guard’ at anniversary dinner
Wauwatosa police officer will be charged in the 2016 slaying of Jay Anderson
A Wisconsin judge on Wednesday, July 25, 2021, found probable cause to charge a police officer in the 2016 slaying of a Black man who was sitting in a parked car, taking the rare step of overruling prosecutors years after they declined to charge the officer. Milwaukee County Judge Glenn Yamahiro said probable cause existed to charge Joseph Mensah with homicide by negligent … [Read more...] about Wauwatosa police officer will be charged in the 2016 slaying of Jay Anderson
Resources still available for residents as eviction moratorium ends
On Saturday, July 31, 2021, the federally instituted moratorium on evictions for those unable to pay their rent as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic was lifted. Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs wants local residents to be aware of this change, and prepare to take appropriate steps should additional support be needed. A full slate of housing referrals via the City can be found online … [Read more...] about Resources still available for residents as eviction moratorium ends
Foundation 4 Freedom, Inc. hosts ‘Strength for My Sisters Shoe Giveaway’
Foundations for Freedom, Inc. Strength For My Sisters Shoe Giveaway, July 31, 2021 on 33rd St. and Lisbon Ave., was designed to cast a wide net to attract the community and the many women we serve in the area. Vulnerability does not discriminate. Human trafficking has no borders. The opportunity to touch women and the community with beautiful shoes, clothing, and resources has … [Read more...] about Foundation 4 Freedom, Inc. hosts ‘Strength for My Sisters Shoe Giveaway’
Milwaukee celebrates a Milestone Bucks Victory
Thousands of fans lined downtown Milwaukee streets on Thursday, July 22, 2021, to catch a glimpse of their beloved Bucks in a parade to celebrate the city's first NBA championship in half a century. Six police officers on horseback clopped past cheering fans at the head of a procession that included a hook-and-ladder fire truck occasionally blaring its horn, and open-air … [Read more...] about Milwaukee celebrates a Milestone Bucks Victory