On Thursday, December 8, 2022, North Division Community High School in partnership with Milwaukee Robotics Academy (The Academy) hosted the first annual RoboFest Hackathon. Thirty North Division scholars (grades 9-12) received four hours of engineering design education at Messmer Preparatory School, 3027 N. Fratney St. The mid-day field trip was supported by NDHS Alumni … [Read more...] about North Division High School competes in first-ever RoboFest Hackathon
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Local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp honored as pioneer and advocate
On Sunday, August 21, 2022, local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp was honored for her 80th birthday as well as her work in the community at the Wisconsin African American Women's Center, 3020 W. Vliet St. Originally trained in accounting, Yvonne has worked for a number of organizations, including SDC, over the years. But it was her brother, the late Harry Kemp, who got her into … [Read more...] about Local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp honored as pioneer and advocate
Milwaukee celebrates a Milestone Bucks Victory
Thousands of fans lined downtown Milwaukee streets on Thursday, July 22, 2021, to catch a glimpse of their beloved Bucks in a parade to celebrate the city's first NBA championship in half a century. Six police officers on horseback clopped past cheering fans at the head of a procession that included a hook-and-ladder fire truck occasionally blaring its horn, and open-air … [Read more...] about Milwaukee celebrates a Milestone Bucks Victory
Milwaukee Times hosts second’ Summer Business Mixer’ Photo
On Thursday, July 8, 2021, The Milwaukee Times Printing and Publishing, Co. and the Historic King Drive BID No. 8 hosted the second of three Summer Business Mixers at Mi Casa, Su Cafe, 1835 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. More than 25 Black business owners and professionals attended the event Deshea Agee and his assistant Diana of the Historic King Drive BID graciously sponsored … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times hosts second’ Summer Business Mixer’ Photo
The Milwaukee Times hosts first ‘Summer Mixer’
The Milwaukee Times held its first Summer Mixer on Thursday, June 5, 2021 at Garfields 502 on a beautiful spring night and it was a huge success! More than 25 Black business owners and professionals including Kelli Macon of My Choice Wisconsin, Karen James of Creations & Design by KCJ, Kendrick Watkins, author and owner of So You Can Write Publications, LLC, and Arletta … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Times hosts first ‘Summer Mixer’
Milwaukee Times hosts first-ever ‘Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway’
On Saturday, December 19, 2020, The Milwaukee Times Printing and Publishing, Co. hosted its first-ever "Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway," at the African American Women's Center (WAAC), 3020 W. Vliet St. Pictured above at the event are (top photo, from left) WAAC Executive Director Josephine Hill; Black Excellence Committee member Nobie Reed; Feeding America … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times hosts first-ever ‘Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway’
Former Brewer Curtis Granderson and The Players Alliance distribute goods in Milwaukee
On Monday, December 14, 2020, former MLB player and President of The Players Alliance Curtis Granderson, along with other former and current MLB players, and Interchange Food Pantry distributed food, COVID-19 supplies and baseball gear to families at St. Mark AME Church, 1616 W. Atkinson Ave. The Players Alliance was formed about six months ago with nearly 150 Black current … [Read more...] about Former Brewer Curtis Granderson and The Players Alliance distribute goods in Milwaukee
MUL and Target host ‘Thanksgiving Feast and Winter Warm-up’ at Auer Ave. School
On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and Target warmed up the hearts of children at Auer Avenue Elementary School, 2319 W. Auer Ave., with a "Thanksgiving Feast and Winter Warm-up." Turkey dinners were distributed as were coats, hats and gloves for all of the 173 students of the school. Distribution was done with the help of MUL President and CEO … [Read more...] about MUL and Target host ‘Thanksgiving Feast and Winter Warm-up’ at Auer Ave. School
Bronzeville Week ends with drive-in movie night
The 2020 Bronzeville Week concluded on Saturday, August 8, 2020, with a drive-in movie double feature for the whole family. The drive-in took place at Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., 2555 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The first feature was "The Wiz," and the second feature was "Barbershop." Prior to the start of "Barbershop" there was a community conversation … [Read more...] about Bronzeville Week ends with drive-in movie night