On Saturday, September 12, 2026, Congresswoman Gwen Moore joined family, friends, and community members at the Garfield Street Festival to surprise Weddle with a special tribute recognizing a lifetime of service and impact. But the honor represented far more than a single presentation. For decades, Mac Weddle has represented something powerful in Milwaukee: the belief that … [Read more...] about Congresswoman Gwen Moore Honors Mac Weddle: A Milwaukee Beacon of Hope, Service and Community
Garfield's 502 R&B Music Festival
Garfield’s 502 Celebrates Their ‘2026 R&B Festival’
On Saturday, September 12, 2026, Garfield’s 502 Restaurant hosted its annual "2026 Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival," that spanned the blocks of Garfield Ave. from MLK Drive to 7th Street. The event, which was free and open to the public, focused on a family-friendly entertainment lineup consisting of more than 20 bands and artists, as well as food offerings, more than 100 local … [Read more...] about Garfield’s 502 Celebrates Their ‘2026 R&B Festival’
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue September 17, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Garfield's 502 celebrates their '2026 R&B Festival'; MATC honors fallen first responders in special ceremony; Congresswoman Gwen Moore honors Mac Weddle:A Milwaukee beacon of hope, service and community; MPS chosen for national effort to … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue September 17, 2026
Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival returns to bring community together
Photos by Yvonne Kemp Garfield's 502 R&B Music Festival returned to Garfield Avenue for another year of music, food, and fun on Saturday, July 20, 2024. “This is one of the events that attracts a more mature crowd, and it has become one of the best and most anticipated events and festivals in this particular area,” said Board Chair and Organizer Melissa Buford. … [Read more...] about Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival returns to bring community together