On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted its 61st Equal Opportunity Day at the Pfister Hotel downtown. Since its inception, Equal Opportunity Day unites leaders while celebrating the accomplishments of our aspiring youth and leaders and raises awareness of our most pressing community challenges while raising funds to directly support programs and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League celebrates ’61st Equal Opportunity Day’
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Metropolitan M.B.C. celebrates 85th Church Anniversary
On Sunday, February 27, 2022, Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church celebrated their 85th Church Anniversary at their sanctuary at 1345 West Burleigh St. The theme for the event was "Inspired by the past, Imagining the future," from Haggai 2:9. The guest preacher for the event was Greater Mount Eagle Missionary Baptist Church Pastor and Wisconsin General Baptist State … [Read more...] about Metropolitan M.B.C. celebrates 85th Church Anniversary
A Black History Month luncheon fit for a Queen
On Sunday, February 27, 2022, Dr. Jackie Edwards, International Mrs. USA 2021 hosted a "Black History Month Queen's Luncheon," at Taylor'd Event Studio, 3425 W. State Street. This event was an informative event for young women and girls, and highlighted the importance of representation and celebrated different Black Queens throughout history. The event featured many local … [Read more...] about A Black History Month luncheon fit for a Queen
Milwaukee Urban League and Lands’ End donate boots to Auer Avenue student
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (MUL), in partnership with Lands’ End, donated 172 pairs of boots for the total student population at Auer Avenue Elementary School, under the leadership of Principal Dr. Zanetta Walker. This project was spearheaded by MUL’s Community School Coordinator, Kimberly Bikulcius, and MUL’s Education Manager Thomas McCreary. Pictured at the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League and Lands’ End donate boots to Auer Avenue student
Voice of the Fatherless Child announces new ‘WANT’ community engagement initiative
On Wednesday, February 16, 2022, Voice of the Fatherless Child (VOTFC) held a press conference at 310 W. Wisconsin Ave., to call on community leaders and agencies to join together with their resources to save lives. WANT (We Are Networking Together) joined together with public officials, community leaders, W2 agencies, healthcare professionals, and more to work with the entire … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child announces new ‘WANT’ community engagement initiative
Frances Utsey celebrates her 80th birthday with four generations of family
Frances Utsey, at 80 years old, is the matriarch of her family. Frances and her mother came to Milwaukee in 1956. She attended Rufus King High School, graduating in January 1960, and continued her education at MATC. Frances married William Utsey in 1965 and was blessed with 2 daughters. She realized, after working at Wisconsin Gas Company, that Corporate America was not for … [Read more...] about Frances Utsey celebrates her 80th birthday with four generations of family
Essential Prenatal Care, LLC hosts ‘Women’s Empowerment Brunch’
On Sunday, January 30, 2022, Essential Prenatal Care, LLC and Bloom Prenatal Care, LLC presented the "Women's Empowerment Vision Board Brunch," at 2703 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The leadership team at Essentials Prenatal Care wanted to bring clients in for an in-person activity. The event was hosted by Nita Farrow, auditor for Milwaukee Public Schools. There was … [Read more...] about Essential Prenatal Care, LLC hosts ‘Women’s Empowerment Brunch’
Milwaukee Press Club hosts mayoral candidate forum
On Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at the Historic Turner Hall Ballroom, the seven candidates for Milwaukee mayor squared off in a Q&A forum hosted by the Pabst Theater Group, Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics.com, Listen MKE and Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service. Those included were Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson, former Alderman Bob Donovan, State Sen. Lena Taylor, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Press Club hosts mayoral candidate forum
Outreach Community Health Centers host Virtual Annual Meeting
On January 26, 2022, Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC) hosted their Virtual Annual Meeting. The theme for this year's meeting was "Building on our past to strengthen and guide our future." Guest speakers included U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, County Executive David Crowley, Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson; and Chief Community Impact and Advocacy Officer for Ascension … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers host Virtual Annual Meeting
Star student athlete signs contract to attend Concordia St. Paul University
On Wednesday, February 2, 2022, Milwaukee Academy of Science High School student Emmanuel Stoffel (center), signed a letter of commitment to attend Concordia St. Paul University in St. Paul, MN. Emmanuel, or "El," is a young man who has never given up. He grew up in a single parent home, though his father, Larry Allen, did not live with him, his dad was nevertheless a major … [Read more...] about Star student athlete signs contract to attend Concordia St. Paul University