Rosa M. Cameron Age 73 yrs. August 14, 2021. She was preceded in death by her son Patrick Perine. Beloved mother of Reginald Perine, Lazanda Perine, LaRosa Allen, Robin Bennett, Chewatanie McDuffie, Chrisha (Willie)Minnifield, Chifawndie Duncan, Chontanite Robinson and Corey (Santana) Harris. Also survived by 22 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and a host of other loving … [Read more...] about Remembering Rosa M. Cameron
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MKE Fellows, MPS and Marquette announce new National Sports Data Analytic Program
On August 3, 2021, the MKE Fellows along with Milwaukee Public Schools, Marquette University, the Milwaukee Bucks and Green Bay Packers announced that Wisconsin will be the new host of the National Sports Data Analytics Program (SACP) at Golda Meir Upper School campus, 227 West Pleasant St. SACP is modeled to engage high school students of color and steer them towards careers … [Read more...] about MKE Fellows, MPS and Marquette announce new National Sports Data Analytic Program
Who is Kenny Bednarek? The Wisconsin native who scored silver in Olympic upset
American Noah Lyles was a favorite to win gold in the highly-competitive men's 200m final Wednesday, August 4, 2021, but it was Canadian Andre de Grasse and Wisconsin's Kenny Bednarek who finished first in the Tokyo Olympics event. De Grasse won his fifth Olympic medal and his first gold in the race, followed by Bednarek claiming silver and Lyles taking bronze. Bednarek … [Read more...] about Who is Kenny Bednarek? The Wisconsin native who scored silver in Olympic upset
MCSO swears in 26 new sheriff deputy recruits
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) recently held its first in-person Deputy Sheriff Recruit graduation since the COVID-19 pandemic at the War Memorial Center. Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas swore in 26 Deputy Sheriff recruits. Here's a snapshot of the graduation for Deputy Recruit Classes #86 and #88. Join us in congratulating the newest members of MCSO. To learn more … [Read more...] about MCSO swears in 26 new sheriff deputy recruits
Mother Clara Atwater passes
Mother Clara Atwater died August 2, 2021. She was 86 years old. Atwater founded Love Tabernacle Church where she served as pastor; and Gingerbread Land, Inc., a nonprofit organization reaching out to those in need of support, guidance, and love. She started her ministry after relocating to Milwaukee from Detroit in the early 1960s. She was a Black Excellence Award honoree at … [Read more...] about Mother Clara Atwater passes
Fellowship Open set to honor Robinson Hill Founder/CEO Dee M. Robinson
HistoryMaker, Top 100 Women Influencer to Receive National Civic Leader Award The Fellowship Open recently announced corporate trailblazer, entrepreneurial industry leader, and PGA REACH Trustee Dee M. Robinson will be recognized as the 2021 Fellowship Open National Civic Leader. Robinson will receive her award during Fellowship Open weekend activities, August 19-22, … [Read more...] about Fellowship Open set to honor Robinson Hill Founder/CEO Dee M. Robinson
Kohl’s Thank You Thursdays – Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum on Aug 5, Sept 2, Oct 7
Visit the museum for FREE the first Thursday of each month, thanks to our partnership with Kohl's! http://mpm.edu/kyt … [Read more...] about Kohl’s Thank You Thursdays – Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum on Aug 5, Sept 2, Oct 7
Back-to-School Book Bag Give-a-Way on August 21
Free flu shots provided by Walgreens. Refreshments will be provided. http://www.northwestfuneralchapel.com … [Read more...] about Back-to-School Book Bag Give-a-Way on August 21
Historic Garden Homes Neighborhood celebrates 100 years
On Saturday, July 17, 2021, the historic Garden Homes Neighborhood celebrated their 100th anniversary at 2600 West Atkinson Ave. To celebrate, Garden Homes Neighborhood Association along with the 30th Street Industrial Corridor Corp, the City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), Impact Seven and Cinnaire, joined forces to renovate 11 … [Read more...] about Historic Garden Homes Neighborhood celebrates 100 years
The Art of Health, Inc. presents tea and doll art exhibit
The Art of Health, Inc., presented a Doll Art exhibit themed, “Dolls From Around the World” and a “Young Ladies Tea” at the Wisconsin African American Women’s Center on Saturday, July 17, 2021. The theme was “Building Healthy Attitudes for Young Ladies”. This nurturing and cultural event coordinated by Marquita Edwards, developed to build on art, social awareness and character. … [Read more...] about The Art of Health, Inc. presents tea and doll art exhibit