On Saturday, May 17, 2025, The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper along with WGLB 1560 AM and 96.1 FM Radio hosted their first ever "Springtime Job and Resource Fair," at Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, 2829 N. Teutonia Ave. The resource fair offered information on banking and lending, health screenings, funeral planning, access to community resources, and job … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times, WGLB Radio hosts ‘Springtime Job and Resource Fair’
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AKA’s tree planting and dedication ceremony honors legacy of beloved members
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter invited the community to gather in honor of environmental stewardship, remembrance, and renewal at a tree planting and dedication ceremony held at Havenwoods State Forest, located at 6141 N. Hopkins St. Hosted in one of Wisconsin’s most serene urban green spaces, this … [Read more...] about AKA’s tree planting and dedication ceremony honors legacy of beloved members
Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosts ‘Memorial Services and Merits and Awards Ceremony’
On Sunday, May 15, 2025, Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Milwaukee Alpha Pi Chapter, celebrated a combined Memorial Services and Merits and Awards Ceremony. The event was held at Wisconsin African American Women's Center (WAAW), where founder Josephine Hill is associated with Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. For more than 80 years, Eta Phi Beta Sorority. … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosts ‘Memorial Services and Merits and Awards Ceremony’
AKA’s Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrates ‘7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
On Saturday, May 3, 2025, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter, in partnership with the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation, hosted their "7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby" in celebration of the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby. The signature event brought together community members for an afternoon filled with elegance, entertainment, … [Read more...] about AKA’s Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrates ‘7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
Northcott Neighborhood House partners with Summerfest to celebrate Juneteenth at the Maier Festival Park
On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Northcott Neighborhood House and Milwaukee World Festival announced that Juneteenth celebrations on King Drive will partner with Summerfest this year—creating a day-long celebration of freedom and unity across Milwaukee. The traditional Juneteenth festivities will remain on King Drive from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but this year will feature a special … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House partners with Summerfest to celebrate Juneteenth at the Maier Festival Park
Milwaukee youth launch powerful ‘We Ain’t on That’ PSA to combat peer pressure
A coalition of local organizations is empowering Milwaukee teens to take a stand against negative influences through a new youth-led Public Service Announcement (PSA) campaign launching across the city. The Credible Messenger group, which includes organizations like Running Rebels, has created a powerful new PSA titled "We Ain't On That," developed by young people for young … [Read more...] about Milwaukee youth launch powerful ‘We Ain’t on That’ PSA to combat peer pressure
City of Milwaukee replaces thousands of lead service lines
It's part of a larger program to replace 65,000 service lines by 2037. Milwaukee Water Works announced Tuesday, May 13, 2025, that it has replaced 10,000 new lead service lines. City leaders said this marks a milestone in a much larger project to keep Milwaukee's drinking water clean. By the year 2037, the city of Milwaukee said it's planning to replace the remaining … [Read more...] about City of Milwaukee replaces thousands of lead service lines
Black Child Development Institute – Wisconsin hosts 2nd annual gala
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, the Black Child Development Institute - Wisconsin (BCDIWI), held its 2005 gala – titled “Building Literacy, Empowering Futures," as they celebrated the power of literacy to transform the lives of children across Wisconsin, at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center, 509 W. Wisconsin Ave. The nonprofit focuses on improving the quality of life of black children … [Read more...] about Black Child Development Institute – Wisconsin hosts 2nd annual gala
CAPITA Productions hosts 3rd annual ‘We Are The Drum’ awards and scholarship brunch
On Saturday, May 3, 2025, City at Peace in the Arts (CAPITA) Productions hosted its 3rd annual "We Are The Drum" awards and scholarship brunch." This event is an extension of its annual stage production, “We Are The Drum.” Earl Ingram, a board member of CAPITA and popular radio talk show host (WAUK 540-AM), served as emcee. The event committee members were event chair Cora … [Read more...] about CAPITA Productions hosts 3rd annual ‘We Are The Drum’ awards and scholarship brunch
Milwaukee Public Museum reveals new name and logo for future location
The museum will be housed in a newly constructed building at the corner of N. Sixth Street and W. McKinley Avenue in downtown Milwaukee The Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM) has announced it will change its name to the Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin when it opens its new location in early 2027. The museum will be housed in a newly constructed building at the corner … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Museum reveals new name and logo for future location