In recognition of Black History Month, the African American Environmental Pioneer Awards 7th annual event is honoring those in Milwaukee's African American community working for a better environment. Nominees are chosen by previous honorees and event organizers. Awardees consist of community leaders ranging in scope from neighborhood to county-wide impact. The … [Read more...] about 7th Annual African American Environmental Pioneer Awards, February 16th, 2026
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Docomomo Wisconsin and Milwaukee Public Library present ‘From the Archives Lecture: Wisconsin’s First Black Architect, Alonzo Robinson, Jr.’
Docomomo Wisconsin, in partnership with the Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) and UW–Milwaukee Cultural Resource Management (CRM), is pleased to invite the public to a special From the Archives lecture celebrating Black History Month: “Wisconsin’s First Black Architect: Alonzo Robinson, Jr.” The program will take place Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 2:00–3:30 PM at Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Docomomo Wisconsin and Milwaukee Public Library present ‘From the Archives Lecture: Wisconsin’s First Black Architect, Alonzo Robinson, Jr.’
Sisters Janice and Sheila Pugh Celebrate Joint Birthday
On the night of December 19, 2025, Janice and Sheila Pugh had the joy of celebrating their birthdays at the beautiful Glass House Hall, 8301b N. 76th St. The sisters and their guest celebrated with dancing and music provided by DJ O’Dean. They received a serenaded by Alvin Turner on saxophone and by vocalists Shirley Williams and Joe Jordan. Food, décor and hospitality were … [Read more...] about Sisters Janice and Sheila Pugh Celebrate Joint Birthday
Our Daily Bread: Thankful For Stories of Success
Pictured are (left photo) former clients Jerrica Byers and her son, Alexander; and (right photo) Monifa Johnson. By William S. Gooden with Our Daily Bread Community Outreach During the season of Thanksgiving many are thankful to have their families around them. Some in our community though are even more grateful for that opportunity and grateful for the help they had from … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread: Thankful For Stories of Success
North Sunrise Rotary Club Helps Lynda Jackson Conyers Turn A Birthday Wish into A Reality
Photo by Yvonne Kemp On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, former Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper Publisher Lynda Jackson Conyers along with 30 friends and family celebrated her birthday at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant in Brookfield. But rather than gifts she asked all her guests to bring canned goods for MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary. The response was overwhelming; … [Read more...] about North Sunrise Rotary Club Helps Lynda Jackson Conyers Turn A Birthday Wish into A Reality
Ribbon cutting marks the opening of another apartment development in Harambee neighborhood
On October 3, 2025, longtime community leader LaMarr Franklin started the first week of his 80s by cutting the ribbon on the new LaMarr Franklin Lofts, an affordable housing complex named in his honor at the corner of North King Drive and Dr. William Finlayson Street. “I am very proud and beyond words,” Franklin said at the ribbon cutting. “Thank you for this.” The $16.7 … [Read more...] about Ribbon cutting marks the opening of another apartment development in Harambee neighborhood
Solomon Kingston Coggs-Butler turns 16
Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, and Steven Butler along with the Coggs, Butler, Young, and Jones families, celebrated the 16th birthday of Solomon Kingston Coggs-Butler on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. More than 100 family members and friends attended the celebration. As a member of Holy Redeemer Institutional COGIC, … [Read more...] about Solomon Kingston Coggs-Butler turns 16
Local photographer Kim Robinson celebrates ‘another trip around the sun’
On Saturday, July 5, 2025, Kim Robinson, a former police officer and forensics supervisor with the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD), celebrated his 68th birthday at home with family, friends, and members of the community. Some notable community leaders, including former Milwaukee County Sheriff Richard Artison, Dennis Biddle, Reuben Harpole, and Linda Jackson Conyers, joined … [Read more...] about Local photographer Kim Robinson celebrates ‘another trip around the sun’
Celebrating 106th birthday milestone of Jessie Ruth McNeely-Wells
On Friday, June 27, 2025 Jessie Ruth McNeely-Wells celebrated her 106 birthday with friends and family at A Taste of Soul restaurant, located at 4706 W. Fond du Lac Ave. The celebration included words of appreciation from church, government and community leaders who have acknowledged and supported her over the years. The event also acknowledged the memory of one of Jessie's … [Read more...] about Celebrating 106th birthday milestone of Jessie Ruth McNeely-Wells
Prism Technical celebrates 30 years of impact
Prism Technical marked its 30th Anniversary with a celebration at American Family Field on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, honoring three decades of service in workforce development, public involvement, and social impact consulting. The event brought together local leaders, community partners, and clients to reflect on Prism’s legacy and its continued commitment to building … [Read more...] about Prism Technical celebrates 30 years of impact