On Saturday, March 6, 2021, Samad's House and Planned Parenthood partnered to celebrate Black Balloon Release Day, to raise awareness about lives lost to drug overdose and those that continue to suffer from the perils of addiction. Exactly 535 black balloons were released to represent those who have lost lives to drug addiction in 2020. According to the Milwaukee County … [Read more...] about Samad’s House and Planned Parenthood present Black Balloon Release Day
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Meijer donates 6,000 turkeys to Milwaukee families facing hunger
On Thursday, February 25, 2021, Meijer, a family-owned, regional retailer donated 6,000 turkeys to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and hosted a contact-free drive-through distribution to community members and food pantry partners at Greater New Birth Church, 8237 West Silver Spring Drive. The event is one of several that will distribute more than $1 million (50,000 turkeys) … [Read more...] about Meijer donates 6,000 turkeys to Milwaukee families facing hunger
Vernon Jordan, executive and civil rights activist who advised Bill Clinton, dies at age 85
Vernon Jordan, the civil rights activist and former close aide to President Bill Clinton, died at age 85. Jordan died Monday, March 1, 2021, CNBC’s Andrew Ross Sorkin reported. A cause of death was not immediately known. “Vernon E. Jordan Jr. passed away peacefully last evening surrounded by loved ones. We appreciate all of the outpouring of love and affection,” Jordan’s … [Read more...] about Vernon Jordan, executive and civil rights activist who advised Bill Clinton, dies at age 85
The Cole Dance Company opens its doors
On Saturday, February 20, 2021, the Cole Dance Company, 527 N. 27 St., hosted its grand opening celebration. The Cole dance company was created and founded by Camille Cole who wanted to bring more opportunities and something different for at-risk children in our community. The Cole Dance Company is a safe space for all children to not only learn new styles of dance but a space … [Read more...] about The Cole Dance Company opens its doors
Great Names in Milwaukee’s Black Press
FOUNDERS & PUBLISHERS The Late Nathan Conyers, Founder, The Christian Times and The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper Dr. Mary Ellen Shadd-Strong, Publisher, Milwaukee Community Journal Patricia Pattillo, Founder, CEO and Publisher, Milwaukee Community Journal Robert J. Thomas, Co-founder, Milwaukee Community Journal Jerrell Jones, Publisher, Milwaukee Courier Linda … [Read more...] about Great Names in Milwaukee’s Black Press
Honoring Black History Week 3: The History of Black Doctors
Though Black Americans make up 13 percent of the U.S. population, they represent only 5 percent of physicians. Despite this imbalance, Milwaukee is lucky to have a rich history of Black doctors who have been vital to our community. They have fought to eliminate health disparities in the medical community and even have fought for our civil rights. This week for Black History … [Read more...] about Honoring Black History Week 3: The History of Black Doctors
UW-Milwaukee’s African Diaspora Council celebrates retiring members
During Black History Month, the ongoing coronavirus pandemic did not stop the African Diaspora Council from celebrating its retiring members. While the platform changed from a face-to-face to a virtual event, held Wednesday, February 10, 2021, we were still able to honor the professional milestones of our retiring African Diaspora faculty, staff and administrators. The “Goodbye … [Read more...] about UW-Milwaukee’s African Diaspora Council celebrates retiring members
Mayor, county executive to Biden: Send Wisconsin more COVID-19 vaccines
Milwaukee city and county leaders said they have a united message to deliver to President Joe Biden on his first official visit: Send more COVID-19 vaccines. Mayor Tom Barrett and County Executive David Crowley spoke Tuesday, February 16, 2021. "This is his first official trip outside Washington, D.C., and we're very proud that he's chosen Milwaukee and Wisconsin as his … [Read more...] about Mayor, county executive to Biden: Send Wisconsin more COVID-19 vaccines
Celebrating Black Love
Photo collage of black couples in love including Evan & Joan Wright, married for 71 years. … [Read more...] about Celebrating Black Love
Honoring Black History Week #2: Black Owned Barbershops & Salons
Since the turn of the 19th century, beauty salons and barber shops have served as special places among African Americans. They have been places not only to get hair care services, but locations where black people could talk about issues of importance in the community. There were spaces where customers played games such as chess, cards, and dominoes, while having conversations … [Read more...] about Honoring Black History Week #2: Black Owned Barbershops & Salons