On Friday February 4, 2022, at Coffee Make You Black, 2803 N. Teutonia Ave., Dr. Frankie O. Felder, Ed.D., gave a reading from her book, "OURstory Unchained and Liberated from History." The book is a major contribution to correcting the great wrong in history which has pretty much ignored the heroic efforts of black soldiers who put on Union uniforms to prove their willingness … [Read more...] about Dr. Frankie Felder hosts signing and discussion of new book
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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., celebrates ‘ 111th Founders’ Day’
On Saturday, January 8, 2022, The Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., hosted its fraternity’s annual "111th Founders’ Day" event. This year’s Founders’ Day event was open to the public and featured notable guests Ruben A. Shelton III, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. 34th Grand Polemarch; and guest speaker: Rasheeda S. Liberty, Sigma Gamma Rho … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., celebrates ‘ 111th Founders’ Day’
New Chief of Police, Jeffrey Norman, is sworn in
It's official, city of Milwaukee native Jeffrey B. Norman was sworn in as Chief of the Milwaukee Police Department. The public ceremony took place on Monday, November 15, 2021, in the Common Council Chambers at Milwaukee's City Hall. Chief Norman was sworn in by the Fire and Police Commission executive director, Leon W. Todd. Mayor Tom Barrett spoke along with Common Council … [Read more...] about New Chief of Police, Jeffrey Norman, is sworn in
MKE Fellows host 2021 Beyond the Green
On Monday, September 20, 2021 the MKE Fellows invited several youth organizations to attend this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity providing Milwaukee area youngsters access to an international stage. The PGA Reach invited MKE Fellows to participate in their Beyond the Green career development event at Whistling Straits Golf Course during the 43rd Ryder Cup Tournament. Other … [Read more...] about MKE Fellows host 2021 Beyond the Green
Homegoing services for local radio legend Ernie G.
The homegoing service for legendary local radio DJ and personality Ernie G. Mitchell was held on Friday June 25, 2021, at Christ the King Baptist Church located at 7750 N. 60th Street, Milwaukee WI. Known on air as "Ernie G," for more than 40 years, he started with WAWA AM Radio and later continued with WMCS 1290 AM Talk Radio. Family, friends and local leaders were on hand to … [Read more...] about Homegoing services for local radio legend Ernie G.
Kappa League members helping to stop reckless driving
On Thursday, May 27, 2021 after school, the Kappa League members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc assisted the Sherman Park committee on reckless driving and the Grasslyn Manor residents to get the signs out for reckless driving around the city. They stapled more than 500 signs to be passed out to the community. Alderman Khalif J. Rainey has formed the Sherman Park … [Read more...] about Kappa League members helping to stop reckless driving
Kappa Alpha Psi and UMC Black Methodists hosts Church renewal candlelight services
On Saturday December 14, 2019, the Kappa League members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., participated in the Wisconsin Annual Conference UMC Black Methodists for Church Renewal Candlelight Service at Albright UMC located at, 5555 W. Capitol Drive. The event was well attended and the people had a opportunity to light a candle for family and friends who have passed away this … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi and UMC Black Methodists hosts Church renewal candlelight services
Green Bay Packers beat Chicago Bears in NFL 100th season opener
On Thursday, September 5, 2019, the National Football League (NFL) celebrated the kick-off of its 100th season with its first week 1 game, with none other than the Green Bay Packers facing the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Packers vs. Bears is one of the oldest rivalries in the NFL. The Packers defeated the Bears at home 10 to 6. The Packers forced 1st and 20 2nd and 30 … [Read more...] about Green Bay Packers beat Chicago Bears in NFL 100th season opener