On Sunday, December 28, 2025, Northcott Neighborhood House hosted Milwaukee 2025 “Forever In Our Hearts” Homicide Candlelight Vigil at Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church, 2412 N. 6th Street. The vigil featured prayers from interfaith clergy, songs and expressions of remembrance, and a candle lighting ceremony to honor each life lost. This vigil gives families a moment to be … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House Hosts “Forever In Our Hearts Homicide Candlelight Vigil”
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Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 8, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Northcott Neighborhood House hosts candle light vigil; Greater Milwaukee Foundation hosts 2025 Greater Together Civic Awards"; MCTS to raise fares, adjust service in 2026; Being Frank: Time to Move On; Why Christians must speak out against 'Christian … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 8, 2026
Milwaukee Celebrates First Day of Kwanzaa with Unity Ceremony at Wisconsin Black Historical Society
On Friday, December 26, 2025, The Wisconsin Black Historical Society hosted a traditional opening ceremony welcoming the public to celebrate together for the seven-day cultural holiday, Kwanzaa. For seven days, this non-religious, cultural celebration honoring African heritage begins with the first day, Umoja, which means unity — uniting families, neighborhoods, and the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Celebrates First Day of Kwanzaa with Unity Ceremony at Wisconsin Black Historical Society
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 1, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Northcott Neighborhood House Toy Give-away and Holiday Dinner; Kwanzaa at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society; Remembering the late Rev. William Jackson; Remembering community activist Viola "Vi" Hawkins; Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc – Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 1, 2026
Employ Milwaukee Hosts ‘1st Annual Rise and Shine: Leaders and Legacy Breakfast’
On Thursday, December 18, 2025, Employ Milwaukee hosted its inaugural "Rise and Shine: Leaders and Legacy Breakfast." This meaningful gathering added value, strength, and inspiration to everyone in attendance and served as a powerful celebration of leadership, service, and legacy within our community. The breakfast honored several distinguished Legacy Allies. Bishop Sedgwick … [Read more...] about Employ Milwaukee Hosts ‘1st Annual Rise and Shine: Leaders and Legacy Breakfast’
Kids in the Kitchen Hosts ‘4th Annual Cookies and Cocoa Caravan’
On Monday, December 15, 2025, Kids in the Kitchen presented the 4th Annual Cookies and Cocoa Caravan, an initiative in partnership with Milwaukee College Prep Lloyd Street campus scholars and teachers, youth from various families and churches, local business owners and the community at large. More than 40 students, teachers and volunteers worked in the school cafeteria to put … [Read more...] about Kids in the Kitchen Hosts ‘4th Annual Cookies and Cocoa Caravan’
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 25, 2025
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Kids in the Kitchen hosts '4th Annual Cookies and Cocoa Caravan'; Employ Milwaukee hosts '1st Annual Rise and Shine: Leaders and Legacy Breakfast'; MPS buildings cleared of lead-paint risks after 10-plus months of work; WNOV Radio and The Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 25, 2025
Sisters Janice and Sheila Pugh Celebrate Joint Birthday
On the night of December 19, 2025, Janice and Sheila Pugh had the joy of celebrating their birthdays at the beautiful Glass House Hall, 8301b N. 76th St. The sisters and their guest celebrated with dancing and music provided by DJ O’Dean. They received a serenaded by Alvin Turner on saxophone and by vocalists Shirley Williams and Joe Jordan. Food, décor and hospitality were … [Read more...] about Sisters Janice and Sheila Pugh Celebrate Joint Birthday
Voice Of The Fatherless Child Spreads Cheer With 16th Annual ‘Single Parent Christmas Project’
On Friday, December 12, 2025, Voice of the Fatherless Child's (VOTFC) founder Monte Mabra joined forces with sponsors and partners to spread the spirit of giving. For more than 16 years, Monte Mabra, A.J. Traylor of Home Depot Port Washington location and Micheal Hupy of Hupy & Abraham Law firm have been going into the homes of 10 families each year. These families either … [Read more...] about Voice Of The Fatherless Child Spreads Cheer With 16th Annual ‘Single Parent Christmas Project’
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Hosts Annual Turkey Giveaway
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center in Milwaukee held its Annual Turkey Giveaway and a free, sit-down Thanksgiving dinner, typically on the Monday, November 24, 2025 in their gym, offering a hot delicious Thanksgiving meal, community resource tables which included gently used clothes, and new shoes. This was a free sit-down Thanksgiving meal, part of the "Make a … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Hosts Annual Turkey Giveaway