On Monday April 11, 2023, the family and friends of the late Keith Carrington, past principal of North Division High School, held a balloon release at North Division High School football field and was well attended. Keith died last year after having surgery in the hospital, he would have been 49 years of age on April 11, 2023. … [Read more...] about Balloon release in memory of late NDHS principal Keith Carrington
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AKA’s host 89th Central Regional Conference
On Friday April 7, 2023, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. held its 89th Central Regional Conference at the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee. The theme of the conference was, "A Confident and Captivating Region Soaring through the Journey of a Lifetime in a Great Place on a Great Lake." The guest speaker was Judge Mablean Ephriam (upper, right photo) presiding judge on … [Read more...] about AKA’s host 89th Central Regional Conference
Milwaukee Public Schools hosts annual Poetry Slam
On Wednesday, March 22, 2023, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) hosted thier annual "Poetry Slam" at the MPS Central Services Auditorium, 5225 W. Vliet St. The original poetry was written and performed by MPS students from 2nd to 11th grades. Pictured are Aubrey Zell (5th, 95th St.), Mariana Mitchell (2nd, Clemens), Uriel Guzman (6th, Longfellow), Arielle Harris (5th, 95th St.), … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools hosts annual Poetry Slam
Eta Phi Beta Sorority hosts weekend conference, honors legacy of the late Mildred Harpole
On Saturday March 4, 2023, the Grand Executive Board Meeting Northern Region of Eta Phi Beta Sorority hosted a weekend conference in the city of Milwaukee at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center Hotel. The national president Sonda Bradfield and the host chapter Alpha Pi president Terese Robinson put together a well-attended conference, with chapters from all around the USA. On … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority hosts weekend conference, honors legacy of the late Mildred Harpole
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity celebrates Founders Day
On Saturday February 18, 2023 at the Women's Club of Wisconsin 813 E. Kilbourn Avenue, the Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., held their Founders Day Dinner. The event was open to the public and the guest speaker was Jimmy McMikle, Senior Grand Vice Polemarch of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. A native of Connecticut’s Greater Hartford area, Jimmy … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity celebrates Founders Day
YWCA Southeast Wisconsin hosts 2022 Impact Awards
On Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at the Marcus Performing Arts Center, the YWCA Gala Awards Ceremony and 2022 Impact Awards was held. The YWCA Southeast Wisconsin (YWCA SEW) President and CEO Tracy L. Williams stated that the first Gala and Awards Ceremony was the power of collaboration through partners and champions whose lives create impact on the community. The amazing show … [Read more...] about YWCA Southeast Wisconsin hosts 2022 Impact Awards
Eta Phi Beta Sorority hosts ‘Candlelight Vesper Service’ at Greater Galilee
On Sunday December 11, 2022 the Eta Phi Beta Sorority held their Candlelight Vesper Service at Greater Galilee Missionary Baptist Church located at 2432 N. Teutonia Ave. The Kappa League members were in attendance and assisted Eta Phi Beta Sorority President Teresa Robinson (right photo, center) with the service. Pictured at the event are (top photo, from left) Mahalia Kirk, … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority hosts ‘Candlelight Vesper Service’ at Greater Galilee
Former President Barack Obama visits Wisconsin to lend support to fellow Democrats for upcoming midterm elections
On Saturday, October 29, 2022 former President Barack Obama came to Milwaukee's North Division High School to campaign for his fellow Democratic candidates who are running in Wisconsin. Pictured at the rally (lower left photo, from left) were State Representative Sara Rodriguez, who is running for Lt. Gov.; Congresswoman Gwen Moore, who is seeking re-election; Gov. Tony Evers, … [Read more...] about Former President Barack Obama visits Wisconsin to lend support to fellow Democrats for upcoming midterm elections
Employ Milwaukee hosts their first fundraiser luncheon
On Thursday, October 13, 2022, Employ Milwaukee held their first fundraiser luncheon at the University Club Milwaukee. The goal of the fundraiser was to support summer youth employment, training, reentry programming and more. It was well attended and the guest speaker was Billye Aaron the wife of the late Hank Aaron. Billye Aaron has been an educator in the Atlanta Public … [Read more...] about Employ Milwaukee hosts their first fundraiser luncheon
Retired Sheriff Richard Artison honored with award from League of Martin
On Thursday October 6, 2022, retired Sheriff Richard Artison was honored with the David Demos Award at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., by Sheriff Earnell Lucus. The David Demos Award is the highest award a member of the League of Martin can receive from the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office. The award is given to members who have made a … [Read more...] about Retired Sheriff Richard Artison honored with award from League of Martin