On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Pastor George H. Jolly and First Lady Diane Jolly celebrated 36 years as pastor of Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. The celebration was held at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel with a dinner and musical tribute. Doc Smith & the Disciples, Mt. Pilgrim MBC Praise Team, Mime Dancers, and Minister Geraldo Rivas. Key speakers included: Pastor … [Read more...] about Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church celebrates 36th anniversary of Pastor G.H. Jolly
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Milwaukee Press Club awards local news makers at annual ‘Gridiron Awards’ dinner
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
Devona Coggs-Jones celebrates a fabulous 35th birthday
Milwaukee showed up and showed out to celebrate up and coming event concierge and Milwaukee’s 911 Dispatcher, Devona Coggs-Jones, aka "BabyBoss," who was showered with love from family, friends, community leaders, and elected officials. It was a surprise, thanks to Milwaukee's own social influencer and stylist, Joi Brown-Wingo. The celebration was held at the Bronzeville … [Read more...] about Devona Coggs-Jones celebrates a fabulous 35th birthday
Word of Hope Ministries host 6th graduation for Diverse Business Program
On Saturday, April 6, 2024, Word of Hope Ministries held its "Diverse Business Summit and Co-Hort 6 Graduation" at the Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore, 8900 N. Kildeer Ct. There were various speakers who provided resources and information to the small businesses/graduates. It was also an opportunity for the small businesses to practice networking and to become … [Read more...] about Word of Hope Ministries host 6th graduation for Diverse Business Program
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Jackie Robinson Day
On Monday, April 15, 2024, the Milwaukee Brewers celebrated Jackie Robinson Day at American Family Field. The Northcott Neighborhood House Seniors were invited to come to watch the Milwaukee Brewers play the San Diego Padres. The seniors enjoyed the game in one of the Brewers suites. Some of the seniors commented, “This is my first time at the stadium.” It didn’t matter to them … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Jackie Robinson Day
Trinity MBC hosts ‘Annual Choir Fashion Show’
On Saturday, April 27, 2024, Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, 2829 N. Teutonia Ave., held its Trinity’s Choir Annual Fashion Show. Fashion is not something that exists in "dress only," "Fashion is in the sky, and in the street. Fashion has to do with ideas and the way we live. Fashion is what’s happening." This was the theme of the day. The fashion show started with a … [Read more...] about Trinity MBC hosts ‘Annual Choir Fashion Show’
‘Orishas & Oracles:’ A gallery show by Ras ‘Ammar and Adjua Nsoroma
On Friday, April 19, 2024, father/daughter creative duo and Lindsay Heights residents Ras 'Ammar and Adjua Nsoroma premiered their new joint gallery show during Gallery Night and Day 2024. The show entitled "Orishas & Oracles" is on exhibit at Adams Garden Park, 1836 W. Fond du Lac Ave. The show can be viewed by appointment by calling 414-943-2247 until July, 6, 2024. There … [Read more...] about ‘Orishas & Oracles:’ A gallery show by Ras ‘Ammar and Adjua Nsoroma
Milwaukee County supervisors sworn in
On Monday, April 15, 2024, new and returning Milwaukee County Board Supervisors were sworn in at the Milwaukee County Courthouse. Pictured are (from top left photo) Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, 10th District; Priscilla E. Coggs- Jones, 13th District (2nd Vice-Chair); Sequanna Taylor, 5th District; Willie Johnson, Jr., 2nd District; and Felesia A. Martin, 7th District. As of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County supervisors sworn in
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts annual meeting
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) held its 2024 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at FIS Global in Brown Deer, Wisconsin. The event was hosted by FIS and attended by more than 100 friends of GMUL, business leaders, city officials, and the league's board members. The meeting was focused on the theme "A Review of 2023 and Focus on the Future." It was led by Dr. … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts annual meeting
‘Legendary’ Milwaukee jazz drummer Sam Belton honored with award
On Thursday, April 18, 2024, Radio Milwaukee's premier fundraising event, "Vinyl Comes Alive," returned after a hiatus and it included presenting their first-ever lifetime achievement award to Pastor Sam Belton, legendary jazz drummer and owner of Sam's Place Jazz Cafe presented to him at Turner Hall Ballroom. "Receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award is not just an … [Read more...] about ‘Legendary’ Milwaukee jazz drummer Sam Belton honored with award