On Saturday, August 24, 2024, Word of Hope Ministries (WOHM) hosted a “Walk of Hope” Community Day on the Holy Cathedral Campus, 2677 N. 40th St. Founder and President Bishop C.H. McClelland and Vice President and first lady Prentiss McClelland reinstated this community event after a several years hiatus, due to the pandemic. WOHM has provided social services for more than 28 … [Read more...] about Word of Hope Ministries hosts Community Day with a ‘Walk of Hope’
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Hallowed Missionary Baptist Church’s Annual Community Outreach
On Saturday, August 17, 2024, Hallowed Missionary Baptist Church held its Annual Community Outreach Event. Hallowed MBC welcomed the participation of city and state representatives for a collaborative effort to offer valuable resources. Hallowed MBC's goal was to make the community, city and state a safe place to reside and raise families. In addition, they gave away free food, … [Read more...] about Hallowed Missionary Baptist Church’s Annual Community Outreach
African American Breastfeeding Network hosts ’10th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!’
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, the African American Breastfeeding Network (AABN) hosted its "10th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!" (LUEB) celebration at the beautiful Heritage Green Park, at N. 62nd St. and Custer Ave. This year’s theme, "Growing Stronger Together," emphasized the crucial intersection of birth and community, and a decade of the group's collective commitment to … [Read more...] about African American Breastfeeding Network hosts ’10th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!’
’24th Annual Fellowship Open’ celebrates friends and supporters while helping youth
On Thursday and Friday, August 22, August 23, 2024, the MKE Fellows hosted the "24th Annual Fellowship Open," an annual golf tournament, celebration and community gathering of friends and supporters who remain dedicated to serving young people in Milwaukee. For 24 years, the Fellowship Open tradition of acknowledging exceptional achievement and recognizing outstanding … [Read more...] about ’24th Annual Fellowship Open’ celebrates friends and supporters while helping youth
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, the Milwaukee Brewers paid tribute to the 1923 Milwaukee Bears and the rich history of the Negro Leagues with the Annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game (NLTG). A pre-game ceremony honored the impact of the Negro Leagues with a meaningful “Pass the Bat” ceremony (top photo, from left) with Dennis Biddle, Larry Hisle, Blake Perkins and RBI Athlete Matthew … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues
United Negro College Fund hosts ’40th Annual Walk for Education’
On Saturday, August 10, 2024, The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) hosted its "40th Annual Walk for Education" at Veteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The "Walk for Education" helps UNCF raise funds to support black students in their education endeavors. This year's Grand Marshal for the walk was Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson. “UNCF and the Historically Black … [Read more...] about United Negro College Fund hosts ’40th Annual Walk for Education’
Remembering the life of the late Bill Taylor
More than 120 people showed up in person and nearly 100 watched via live video stream as the youngest children of WTMJ-TV Anchor William ‘Bill’ Taylor hosted a celebration of life for him in Milwaukee on Saturday, August 3, 2024, which would have been his 80th birthday. The African-themed celebration took place at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 W. Center Street … [Read more...] about Remembering the life of the late Bill Taylor
Milwaukee Community Journal celebrates 48th anniversary
On Sunday, August 4, 2024, the Milwaukee Community Journal (MCJ), Milwaukee's oldest African American community publication, celebrated its 48th anniversary with a brunch at the Italian Community Center, Inc., 631 E Chicago St. The theme for this year was "Health & Wellness: Links to Success" and featured TV news anchor, author and health advocate Vivian King as the keynote … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Community Journal celebrates 48th anniversary
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
Rev. Al Sharpton delivers eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell; Attorney Ben Crump delivers ‘National Call for Justice’
Rev. Al Sharpton, President and Founder of the National Action Network (NAN), delivered the eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell in Milwaukee on Thursday, July 11, 2024, as thousands descend upon the city for the start of the Republican National Convention (RNC). Mitchell’s case has sparked outrage in Wisconsin’s largest city after the 43-year-old was detained by several Hyatt Regency … [Read more...] about Rev. Al Sharpton delivers eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell; Attorney Ben Crump delivers ‘National Call for Justice’