On Friday June 4, 2021, Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC) hosted a Maternal Round Table with U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin at their 210 W. Capitol Drive location. The event included conversation with mothers, public health stakeholders, and community leaders on the need to reverse the trend of rising maternal mortality rates, lose health disparities that put Black, … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers hosts U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin for ‘Maternal Round Table’
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Brew City Cowboys Resource Center hosts community barbecue and trail ride
On Saturday, June 5, 2021, the Brew City Cowboys Resource Center hosted a community barbecue and trail ride for members and friends of the organization. The cookout took place at the Paluso Guest Farm located in Kewaskum, about an hour north of Milwaukee. It was a day full of horseback riding, great food, and friendship. The Black Cowboys spent much of the time taking care of … [Read more...] about Brew City Cowboys Resource Center hosts community barbecue and trail ride
NPHC-MKE hosts Annual Highway Clean-up
On Saturday, May 22, 2021, the National Panhellenic Council of Milwaukee (NPHC-MKE) participated in its "Annual Highway Clean-up." NPHC-MKE adopted the one-mile stretch of roadway from 76th and Calumet Road to 76th and Dean Road, to clean up debris from passing cars. The NPHC-MKE adopted the stretch of highway many years ago as part of its commitment to showing pride in the … [Read more...] about NPHC-MKE hosts Annual Highway Clean-up
Walgreen’s hosts ‘COVID-19 Vaccination Day’ at Holy Redeemer Christian Academy
On Saturday, May 22, 2021, Holy Redeemer Christian Academy along with Walgreens, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield and UniteWI hosted a "COVID-19 Vaccination Day" for those 12 years and older at 3500 West Mother Daniels Way. The vaccination event was free and open to the public with no appointment necessary. On hand was former Green Bay Packer LeRoy Butler (back row, center) who … [Read more...] about Walgreen’s hosts ‘COVID-19 Vaccination Day’ at Holy Redeemer Christian Academy
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts Memorial Day Giveaway
Despite the widespread use of vaccines and the city beginning to return to a state of (somewhat) normalcy, there are still many families in need of help as they have yet to return to jobs and are still on assistance. On Friday, May 21, 2021, in an effort to help those in need this Memorial Day, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), partnered with City Serve International, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts Memorial Day Giveaway
Alverno College holds commencement ceremony, honors wife of the late Hank Aaron
On Monday, May 17, 2021, Alverno College hosted its commencement ceremony at American Family Field. This is the first live commencement since 2019 as last year's was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year's ceremony featured the bestowing of a Doctor of Letters degree from Alverno College on Billye Aaron (top photo, center) — educator, broadcaster, … [Read more...] about Alverno College holds commencement ceremony, honors wife of the late Hank Aaron
MESA presents their Middle School STEM Science Fair
On Friday, May 14, 2021, the Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy (MESA) hosted their Middle School's Annual STEM/STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) at their school, 6600 W. Melvina Street. At this time of uncertainty due to COVID-19 and the virtual learning platform, it was quite a joy for the students to show … [Read more...] about MESA presents their Middle School STEM Science Fair
Taylor-Made Foundation MKE hosts The Essential Needs Assist
On Monday, May 17, 2021, former National Basketball Association player and Milwaukee native Mike Taylor (right) and his Taylor-Made Foundation MKE presented "The Essential Needs Assist," a fresh food items and mental health awareness event. The event provided more than 2,000 boxes of food including produce, milk, meat and more for local residents. On hand to help hand out … [Read more...] about Taylor-Made Foundation MKE hosts The Essential Needs Assist
Ascension’s Blanket of Love hosts ‘Walk Through Baby Shower’
On Friday, April 16, 2021, Ascension Healthcare's Blanket of Love program hosted a "Walk Through Baby Shower" at Ebenezer Church of God in Christ, 3232 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The event was for expecting mothers or those who have recently delivered up to the age of 3 months. Those who attended were able to get information, sign up for services, and receive free … [Read more...] about Ascension’s Blanket of Love hosts ‘Walk Through Baby Shower’
MCSO and Community Partners Host Drive-Thru Drug Take-Back and Clean-Up Day
On Saturday, April 24, 2021, The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, The Milwaukee Police Department District 3, Milwaukee County Parks, Safe & Sound, and the We Care Crew invited the community to join them in cleaning up Johnson Park, 1919 W. Fond du Lac Ave., in discarding unused prescription and/or over-the-counter medications as part of the National Prescription Drug … [Read more...] about MCSO and Community Partners Host Drive-Thru Drug Take-Back and Clean-Up Day