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’
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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
City of Milwaukee celebrated 176th birthday as a ‘City of Champions’
On Thursday, January 27, 2022, the Milwaukee Press Club and the City of Milwaukee were joined by local leaders, community advocates and many others to help celebrate the City of Milwaukee's 176th birthday at the Grain Exchange, 225 E Michigan St. Locally, Milwaukeeans have always known we're a City of Champions; the Bucks helped make it known nationally and internationally. But … [Read more...] about City of Milwaukee celebrated 176th birthday as a ‘City of Champions’
MKE Police Chief Norman headlines Milwaukee Press Club’s “Newsmaker Luncheon”
On Thursday, January 13, 2022, the Milwaukee Press Club (MPC) and WisPolitics.com jointly hosted Police Chief Jeffrey Norman as featured speaker at their Newsmaker Luncheon at the Newsroom Pub, 137 E. Wells Street. Norman was named acting police chief in December 2020 and named Chief of Police in November 2021, wrapping up a year of turmoil over the city's top law enforcement … [Read more...] about MKE Police Chief Norman headlines Milwaukee Press Club’s “Newsmaker Luncheon”
Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. honors Dr. King
On Monday, January 17, 2022, the Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. day of service at Repairers of the Breach, a homeless resting site for men and women. Sorority members provided the annual Soul Food Luncheon and other donations for the homeless citizens at the center. Committee … [Read more...] about Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. honors Dr. King
The Breakfast Club MKE celebrates Mac Weddle’s birthday with surprise guest
The Breakfast Club MKE met at the Family Table Restaurant for their monthly get-together. This month they celebrated Mac Weddle's birthday. Milwaukee Bucks Senior Vice President Alex Lasry surprised the group with the Buck's Championship trophy and John Daniels brought his championship ring. These men have been friends for more then 40 years. They are in the process of putting … [Read more...] about The Breakfast Club MKE celebrates Mac Weddle’s birthday with surprise guest
The Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Pi Sorority help out the homeless and families in need
The Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Pi Sorority donated clothing and hygiene items on Saturday, January 22, 2022, to the Repairers of the Breach, 1335 West Vliet Street. This is an annual community service project performed by Alpha Pi. Mary Meredith-Bullock coordinated the event along with Chapter President Mahalia Kirk. The Alpha Pi Sorority sponsors numerous community projects as … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Pi Sorority help out the homeless and families in need
The rest of 3rd Street renamed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
On Monday, January 17, 2022, city dignitaries and community leaders gathered at the corner of 3rd and Wisconsin, on Dr. Martin Luther, Jr. Day to pay tribute to the great civil rights leader by re-naming the rest of 3rd Street, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Originally, King Drive ran north from McKinley to West Capitol Drive; now everything from McKinley south to Wisconsin … [Read more...] about The rest of 3rd Street renamed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.