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March 5th, 2026

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Remembering the life and legacy of Anthony ‘Tony’ Fikes

On Monday, July 1, 2024, family and friends (top photo) gathered at the Milwaukee Elks Lodge, 5555 W. Good Hope Rd., for a special memorial service for the late Anthony "Tony" Fikes. Tony was a man of faith, attending church services in Milwaukee and Indianapolis. He found solace in gospel and Christian music, particularly the song “I Won’t Complain”, which reflected his … [Read more...] about Remembering the life and legacy of Anthony ‘Tony’ Fikes

Honorary street sign approved for Dr. Gloria Gilmer

On May 30, 2024, the City of Milwaukee Citizen Advisory Committee on the Naming of Streets voted to approve placing an honorary street sign in the name of the late Dr. Gloria Ford Gilmer (who passed in 2021) at N. 6th Street and W. Highland Avenue on the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) campus. In 2023, Dr. Gilmer became the first black female mathematician to have … [Read more...] about Honorary street sign approved for Dr. Gloria Gilmer

Repairers of the Breach hosts annual ‘Independence Day Cookout and Program’

Repairers of the Breach, a daytime refuge and resource center for homeless adults hosted its annual "Independence Day Cookout and Program" on Thursday, July 4, 2024. This year’s celebration kicked off a new monthly inspirational series with community presenters speaking to the theme, “This Is My Story . . .” The first guest presenter was Dr. George E. Koonce, Jr., Senior Vice … [Read more...] about Repairers of the Breach hosts annual ‘Independence Day Cookout and Program’

CAPITA hosts first annual ‘We are the Drum Awards and Scholarship Brunch’

On June 15, 2024, City at Peace in the Arts Productions (CAPITA) hosted its first annual “We are the Drum Awards and Scholarship Brunch" at the Four Points Sheraton in Brown Deer, WI. "We are the Drum Awards" were presented to six community leaders who work diligently at improving the lives of others in the metropolitan Milwaukee. Established in 2022, The "We are the Drum … [Read more...] about CAPITA hosts first annual ‘We are the Drum Awards and Scholarship Brunch’

Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide

The Fellowship Open, one of the nation’s premiere corporate and community charity golf events for 24 consecutive years, announced its 2024 Legends Honorees – Milwaukee Brewers Associate Manager Rickie Weeks, and Milwaukee Bucks Assistant Coach Vin Baker. Weeks was honored during the Brewers home stand at American Family Field on Monday, June 24, 2024. The popular and … [Read more...] about Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide

Versiti on King presents: ‘Remember Who You Are’ luncheon

Versiti on King (VOK) invited the public to discover and celebrate their African ancestry at the "Remember Who You Are" luncheon on May 31, 2024. The luncheon was hosted by Shannon Sims, reporter and lead anchor for TMJ4 News, Versiti welcomed keynote speaker Dr. Gina Paige, co-founder and president of African Ancestry, Inc. African Ancestry is the world leader in tracing … [Read more...] about Versiti on King presents: ‘Remember Who You Are’ luncheon

Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates ’53rd Annual Juneteenth Day’

On Wednesday, June 19, 2024, Northcott Neighborhood House presented the "53rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration Parade and Festival" from N. 14th St. and W. Atkinson Ave. to N. MLK Dr. and W. Locust St. Milwaukee is home to one of the longest – held Juneteenth Day celebrations in the United States. June 19, 2024 marked the 53rd anniversary of the local event to commemorate … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates ’53rd Annual Juneteenth Day’

Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts scholarship and laptop awards presentation

On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosted its annual "Scholarship and Laptop Awards Presentation" event at Milwaukee County Zoo Peck Welcome Center. Nearly 100 area high school graduates headed to college this fall received $1,000 scholarships and/or laptops as well as backpacks loaded with additional necessities from Greater Milwaukee Urban League. … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts scholarship and laptop awards presentation

Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc., presents ‘Juneteenth Milwaukee Freedom Ball 2024’

On June 14, 2024, Northcott Neighborhood House, along with the Juneteenth Planning Committee, presented the "2024 Juneteenth Milwaukee Freedom Ball," at the Harley Davidson Museum, 400 W. Canal St. The mission of the ball is to empower the next generation by providing equitable access to higher education through scholarships funded by collaborative community financial support. … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc., presents ‘Juneteenth Milwaukee Freedom Ball 2024’