During a surprise appreciation luncheon on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, Don Utech, president of Ezekiel Community Development Corporation (CDC), received a proclamation from Mayor Tom Barrett, citing the day as Don Utech Day in the city of Milwaukee. Family, friends, community partners, and Ezekiel Board of Directors and staff gathered at St. Francis of Assisi Parish’s dining room … [Read more...] about Celebrating Don Utech Day in Milwaukee
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Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates Black History Month with ‘Reverberation’
On Saturday, February 28, 2020, the Northcott Neighborhood House celebrated Black History Month with a musical event, "Reverberation," at 2460 North 6th Street. The theatrical event highlighted Milwaukee's youth through their talent, musicianship and drama performances to spread positivity happening in Milwaukee's urban community. The students featured music by icons like … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates Black History Month with ‘Reverberation’
Communities making a difference – a town hall meeting
The Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is hosting the "Communities Making a Difference" Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St., from 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This free and open event will feature a panel discussion with local and state elected officials as well as local service agencies. There … [Read more...] about Communities making a difference – a town hall meeting
The Milwaukee Times hosts the 35th Annual Black Excellence Awards
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Wisconsin Memorial Park hosts 2nd Annual Black History Month program
On Saturday, February 29, 2020, Wisconsin Memorial Park hosted their 2nd Annual Black History Month program coordinated by Michelle Russell-Hoppert (pictured, third from left), Family Service Counselor for Wisconsin Memorial Park. She is pictured with Reverend McCrory of St. Luke Emmanuel, members of the St. Luke Emmanuel Church Choir, Kingdom Kidz Care Academy, Brooklyn … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Memorial Park hosts 2nd Annual Black History Month program
Communities making a difference – a town hall meeting
The Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is hosting the "Communities Making a Difference" Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St., from 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This free and open event will feature a panel discussion with local and state elected officials as well as local service agencies. There … [Read more...] about Communities making a difference – a town hall meeting
Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
On Saturday, February 15, 2020, Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative, and The Social Development Commission hosted the 17th Annual Daddy/ Daughter Dance at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St. This year's dance hosted more than 1,000 fathers with their daughters, dressed in their best attire. The evening began with a dinner, followed by the dance … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
Milwaukee Urban League Guild share the love of reading with Auer Ave. students
On Friday, February 14, 2020, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and the Milwaukee Urban League Guild (MULG) launched a brand new community services initiative called, "If You Love Me, Let Me Read to You!" The program was spearheaded by MUL President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall (center), and launched at Auer Avenue School, 2319 W. Auer Ave., with the help of Auer Ave. school … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League Guild share the love of reading with Auer Ave. students
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosts ‘Pink Goes Red for Heart Health’
On Friday, February 7, 2020, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority Inc./Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter honored national "Wear Red Day" and kept their hearts healthy by hosting an evening of line dancing, "Pink Goes Red for Heart Health." Members of the sorority and the community got their heart rates up in an effort to live healthy life styles. This event was free and open … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosts ‘Pink Goes Red for Heart Health’
White House budget proposal cuts $8.6 billion from HUD
Programs serving low-and-moderate income consumers to end or suffer severe cuts By Charlene Crowell Once again, the White House Budget Proposal slashes funding and programs that many low-and moderate-income consumers rely upon. From higher education to a repeated attack to deny the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau its full funding and financial independence … [Read more...] about White House budget proposal cuts $8.6 billion from HUD