On Friday, May 3, 2024, the Milwaukee Press Club held its Gridiron Dinner at the Pfister Hotel. Since 1957 the Milwaukee Press Club has honored Wisconsin leaders each year with its Headliner Award. The list of winners is a who’s who of Wisconsin greats from the worlds of politics, business, sports, religion, entertainment and the media. The Headliner Award is presented each … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Press Club awards local news makers at annual ‘Gridiron Awards’ dinner
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Former Green Bay Packer, LeRoy Butler, visits Carson Academy
Former Green Bay Packer LeRoy Butler delivered his "Butler vs. Bullying" campaign message to a room filled of enthused Carson Academy students. The students listened intently to his messages about leadership and kindness on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Butler ended his talk with a Q&A from students. The Marshall High School Drum Line also welcomed Butler to the school. … [Read more...] about Former Green Bay Packer, LeRoy Butler, visits Carson Academy
‘Leap into Wellness’ hosts mental illness summit
On Saturday October 28, 2023, former Green Packer and Hall of Fammer, LeRoy Butler, held a Mental Health Summit at the Baird Center located in downtown Milwaukee. The summit was well attended by guest speakers from the community including Police Chief Jeffrey Norman, Milwaukee County Sheriff Denita Ball, and so many more who spoke on how we as a community embrace mental health. … [Read more...] about ‘Leap into Wellness’ hosts mental illness summit
Canton ‘worth the wait’ for LeRoy Butler
Former Packers safety takes his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame LeRoy Butler promised to be brief and the former Packers safety was a man of his word. After a 16-year wait, Butler needed roughly five minutes on Saturday, August 6. 2022 to humor those in attendance at Tom Benson Stadium in Canton, OH, and acknowledge the dozens of family, friends, teachers, coaches … [Read more...] about Canton ‘worth the wait’ for LeRoy Butler
Fellowship Open presents 21st Annual Fellowship Open Weekend
Thursday, August 19, 2021 through Sunday, August 22, 2021, was Fellowship Open Weekend. The highlight of the weekend was the annual charity golf tournament held at Silver Spring Country Club, N56W21318 Silver Spring Drive. After the tournament is a luncheon where guests, staff and golfers enjoyed lunch before listening to this year's Youth Awardees: Simba Soccer, Butler vs … [Read more...] about Fellowship Open presents 21st Annual Fellowship Open Weekend
Walgreen’s hosts ‘COVID-19 Vaccination Day’ at Holy Redeemer Christian Academy
On Saturday, May 22, 2021, Holy Redeemer Christian Academy along with Walgreens, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield and UniteWI hosted a "COVID-19 Vaccination Day" for those 12 years and older at 3500 West Mother Daniels Way. The vaccination event was free and open to the public with no appointment necessary. On hand was former Green Bay Packer LeRoy Butler (back row, center) who … [Read more...] about Walgreen’s hosts ‘COVID-19 Vaccination Day’ at Holy Redeemer Christian Academy
Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield hosts drive-thru ‘Thank You’ event
On Saturday, October 17, 2020, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medicaid hosted a drive-thru "Thank You" event at Gee's Clippers Barber and Beauty Salon, 2200 N. Doctor M.L.K. Jr. Dr. Anthem partnered with Advocate Aurora Health, All of Us, Froedtert and the Medical Collage of Wisconsin, Covering WI, Target, Progressive Community Health Centers, LIHF, Vivent Health, Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield hosts drive-thru ‘Thank You’ event
Anthem hosts Back-to-School Drive-Thru event
On Saturday, August 22, 2020, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicaid partnered with Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy to provide book bags, school supplies and produce to students and their families as part of the "Back-to-School Drive-Thru," at the Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy, 4030 N. 29th Street. On hand were Anthem members, staff of Pete's Fruit Market and retired … [Read more...] about Anthem hosts Back-to-School Drive-Thru event
Maple Tree students and staff reach for excellence
Motivating students can be one of the hardest jobs in education, but the staff at Maple Tree School is finding ways to help students want to learn. Recent efforts have centered on math, behavior, and leadership, including a very special guest. To promote achievement in math, Principal Debra Rash has developed Maple Tree Math Club. Primary and intermediate students are … [Read more...] about Maple Tree students and staff reach for excellence
MTEC hosts ‘Achieve The Dream’ fundraiser and luncheon
On Friday, April 27, 2017 the Milwaukee Teacher Education Center (MTEC) hosted their annual "Achieve The Dream" fundraiser and luncheon at the Iron Horse Hotel, 500 West Florida Street. The event was emceed by TMJ4 News sports reporter Rob Burks and featured an interview with retired Green Bay Packer LeRoy Butler. MTEC is a not-for-profit, teacher certification and professional … [Read more...] about MTEC hosts ‘Achieve The Dream’ fundraiser and luncheon