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April 21st, 2026

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History being made for the GOP in 2021 with Black Republicans winning elections

In a recent Alabama special election, 21-year Army veteran Kenneth Paschal made history being elected as Alabama House District 73 State Representative. Paschal became the first black Republican elected in Alabama since Reconstruction earning 75 percent of the vote. Paschal: “I hope to be an example to all Alabamians that the Republican Party is open to everyone who … [Read more...] about History being made for the GOP in 2021 with Black Republicans winning elections

Milwaukee Times hosts second’ Summer Business Mixer’ Photo

On Thursday, July 8, 2021, The Milwaukee Times Printing and Publishing, Co. and the Historic King Drive BID No. 8 hosted the second of three Summer Business Mixers at Mi Casa, Su Cafe, 1835 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. More than 25 Black business owners and professionals attended the event Deshea Agee and his assistant Diana of the Historic King Drive BID graciously sponsored … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times hosts second’ Summer Business Mixer’ Photo

First African American to win the National Spelling Bee gets offer of full LSU scholarship

Zaila Avant-garde, the teenager who this week became the first African American to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee, has earned yet another honor: an offer of a full scholarship to Louisiana State University. "Your academic performance reflected scholarship first! You modeled intellectual excellence," LSU President William F. Tate IV tweeted. "@LSU_Honors awaits. I … [Read more...] about First African American to win the National Spelling Bee gets offer of full LSU scholarship

Milwaukee Brewers tie for MLB-high with 5 All-Stars

The Brewers had three pitchers named to the All-Star team last weekend when the squads were first announced, and that was already enough for a franchise record with (top photo, from left) Corbin Burnes, Brandon Woodruff and Josh Hader. However, Woodruff bowed out of the All-Star Game and as a replacement teammate Freddy Peralta (right photo), the smiling 25-year-old from Moca, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers tie for MLB-high with 5 All-Stars

County Executive Crowley appoints Amos Morris as the new director of the Milwaukee County Zoo

Morris will be the first Black Director to lead the County Zoo Following the retirement of long-time Zoo Director, Chuck Wikenhauser earlier this year, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley announced the appointment of Amos Morris as the next leader of the Milwaukee County Zoo. If confirmed, Morris will be the first Black zoo director in the history of the … [Read more...] about County Executive Crowley appoints Amos Morris as the new director of the Milwaukee County Zoo

Legacy Redevelopment Corp. names Terese Caro President and CEO and adds new staff and board members

Legacy Redevelopment Corporation (LRC) has promoted Terese Caro to president and CEO, and added two new staff members and three new board members. Caro joined LRC in July 2016 as vice president and chief lending officer. She was named president in March 2020, and president and CEO in May 2021. Ms. Caro has spent nearly 30 years in banking and finance, managing a diverse … [Read more...] about Legacy Redevelopment Corp. names Terese Caro President and CEO and adds new staff and board members

Milwaukee Bucks win ECF, head to NBA Finals for first time in 47 years

The Milwaukee Bucks are playing in an NBA Final for the first time in 47 years! To get there they defeated the Atlanta Hawks 4-2 in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference Finals series. Despite not having star Giannis Antetokounmpo for the last two games due to a hyperextended left knee, the Milwaukee Bucks were able to get it done on the road Saturday, July 3, 2021. Khris … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks win ECF, head to NBA Finals for first time in 47 years

Local Evangelist Selena Green hosts book signing event

On Sunday, July 4, 2021, local author and Evangelist Selena Green held a book signing for her new book entitled, "Let's Get Down on Our Knees and Pray," at the Carrabba's Italian Grill, 18375 W. Bluemound Rd., Brookfield, WI. Helping Evangelist Green celebrate her accomplishment were church members, family and friends. Congratulations Evangelist Green on the book launch! … [Read more...] about Local Evangelist Selena Green hosts book signing event

Homegoing services for local radio legend Ernie G.

The homegoing service for legendary local radio DJ and personality Ernie G. Mitchell was held on Friday June 25, 2021, at Christ the King Baptist Church located at 7750 N. 60th Street, Milwaukee WI. Known on air as "Ernie G," for more than 40 years, he started with WAWA AM Radio and later continued with WMCS 1290 AM Talk Radio. Family, friends and local leaders were on hand to … [Read more...] about Homegoing services for local radio legend Ernie G.