http://milwaukeecourieronline.com "THE NEWSPAPER YOU CAN TRUST SINCE 1964" Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:47:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/13th-annualc-fonetinuledl-oon-pwages-2-hip-open-to-salute-youth-development/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/13th-annualc-fonetinuledl-oon-pwages-2-hip-open-to-salute-youth-development/#comments Fri, 14 Jun 2013 04:41:02 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=16077 Diversity Golf Outing to honor former WI Senator Herb Kohl and Johnson Controls VP Charles Harvey for supporting Wisconsin Youth Programs The Fellowship Open, one of the country’s largest diversity charity golf outings, will extend its tradition of recognizing extraordinary leaders for their service and contributions to the Wisconsin community when it honors former Wisconsin [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/13th-annualc-fonetinuledl-oon-pwages-2-hip-open-to-salute-youth-development/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/milwaukee-art-museum-presents-summer-long-exhibitions-by-african-american-artists/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/milwaukee-art-museum-presents-summer-long-exhibitions-by-african-american-artists/#comments Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:58:26 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=16073 Continuing its yearlong celebration honoring American art and artists, the Milwaukee Art Museum presents 30 Americans, showcasing the work of thirty-one contemporary African American artists who tackle issues around race, religion, gender, sexuality, and cultural identity. Opening June 14, this wide-ranging survey drawn from the Rubell Family Collection, Miami, explores ideas central to what it [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/milwaukee-art-museum-presents-summer-long-exhibitions-by-african-american-artists/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/sdc-prepares-milwaukee-high-school-students-for-act/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/sdc-prepares-milwaukee-high-school-students-for-act/#comments Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:30:24 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=16070 Scoring well on the ACT tests is a crucial step for high school students who want to be accepted to the university or college of their choice. The Social Development Commission (SDC) is seeking to help young students succeed on these standardized tests which are used to determine college admission as well as scholarship opportunities. [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/sdc-prepares-milwaukee-high-school-students-for-act/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/lighthouse-gospel-chapel-celebrates-55th-anniversary/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/lighthouse-gospel-chapel-celebrates-55th-anniversary/#comments Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:32:39 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=16042 The Lighthouse Gospel Chapel will celebrate its 55th Anniversary on Sunday, June 23, 2013. The theme of the celebration will be ‘One God, One Body, One Purpose’. The Chapel is located at 3512 West North Avenue, in Milwaukee, and the pastor is James H. Carrington. The event will take place at 3:00 pm and the [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/lighthouse-gospel-chapel-celebrates-55th-anniversary/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/hip-hop-hope/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/hip-hop-hope/#comments Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:26:47 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=16038 St. Mark Vacation Bible School starts June 24 Looking for a variety of activities to keep your child focused this summer? Look no further. St. Mark AME Church will host HIP – HOP HOPE: JESUS MAKES ME GLAD. St. Mark’s Vacation Bible School begins Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28 from 6:00-8:30 pm. Classes [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/13/hip-hop-hope/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/08/barrett-announces-ninth-annual-ceasefire-sabbath-weekend/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/08/barrett-announces-ninth-annual-ceasefire-sabbath-weekend/#comments Sat, 08 Jun 2013 12:45:21 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=16026 Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett kicked off the ninth annual Ceasefire Sabbath at a breakfast gathering on Wednesday at Our Savior Lutheran Church. Mayor Barrett will also visit five places of worship on Sunday, June 9th to engage the faith community in an effort to fight violence and promote safety in the Milwaukee. In honor of [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/08/barrett-announces-ninth-annual-ceasefire-sabbath-weekend/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/07/annual-gift-for-life-block-walk/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/07/annual-gift-for-life-block-walk/#comments Sat, 08 Jun 2013 02:45:08 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=16016 Sisters Network® Inc., Milwaukee Affiliate of a National African American Breast Cancer Survivorship Organization, announces the 5th Annual Gift for Life Block Walk. This program serves two main purposes: 1) PROMOTE understanding of breast cancer and challenges facing African American women 2) VOLUNTEER in tribute to the fighting spirit of those who have faced breast [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/07/annual-gift-for-life-block-walk/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/07/milwaukee-brotherhood-of-fire-fighters-2013-annual-award-reception-and-scholarship-dance-on-friday-june-14-2013/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/07/milwaukee-brotherhood-of-fire-fighters-2013-annual-award-reception-and-scholarship-dance-on-friday-june-14-2013/#comments Sat, 08 Jun 2013 02:22:29 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=16008 The Milwaukee Brotherhood of Fire Fighters invites you to celebrate an evening of “Recognition and Celebration!” as we present our 2013 Annual Award Reception and Scholarship Dance. This year we are honoring the service of Fire Capt Ronald Johnson and Fire Fighter Christopher Horton for their hard work, sacrifice ,and commitment to the betterment of [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/07/milwaukee-brotherhood-of-fire-fighters-2013-annual-award-reception-and-scholarship-dance-on-friday-june-14-2013/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/07/sdc-announces-2013-summer-food-service-program/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/07/sdc-announces-2013-summer-food-service-program/#comments Sat, 08 Jun 2013 02:10:36 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=16004 The Social Development Commission (SDC) announces participation again in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) in Milwaukee. Through its Food Service Program, SDC prepares and delivers meals that feed school age children during the summer months. SDC Interim CEO Hannah C. Dugan says “SDC Food Service made more than 68,000 meals last summer that kept [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/06/07/sdc-announces-2013-summer-food-service-program/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/31/milwaukee-recreation-hosts-seniorfest/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/31/milwaukee-recreation-hosts-seniorfest/#comments Sat, 01 Jun 2013 01:45:16 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15911 Milwaukee Recreation will host the 30th annual Seniorfest on Wednesday, June 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Milwaukee’s American Serb Memorial Hall, 5101 West Oklahoma Avenue. The extravaganza, created for active older adults, will feature bingo, dancing, a variety of exhibits, recreational activities, musical entertainment, door prizes and more. Exhibits and activity stations [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/31/milwaukee-recreation-hosts-seniorfest/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/31/brewers-community-foundation-launches-new-website/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/31/brewers-community-foundation-launches-new-website/#comments Sat, 01 Jun 2013 01:36:02 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15908 Brewers Community Foundation (BCF) harnesses the pride, passion and commitment of Brewers fans, players and other contributors to positively impact the lives of children and their families in greater Milwaukee and Wisconsin in the areas of health, education, basic needs and recreation. After generating significant resources and developing quality programming, BCF is excited to launch [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/31/brewers-community-foundation-launches-new-website/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/31/anger-management-class-offered-for-parents/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/31/anger-management-class-offered-for-parents/#comments Sat, 01 Jun 2013 00:30:05 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15904 Families learn how to handle anger through “Fireworks” The Parenting Network offers Fireworks: An Effective New Approach to Dealing with Anger for parents and adults. The goals of Fireworks are to help participants better understand the emotion of anger, learn how to manage anger constructively and learn to effectively handle other people’s anger. Fireworks is [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/31/anger-management-class-offered-for-parents/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/25/cyd-executive-director-speaks-out-on-marvin-cottrells-death/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/25/cyd-executive-director-speaks-out-on-marvin-cottrells-death/#comments Sat, 25 May 2013 17:25:19 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15832 By James Ferguson, Executive director of Career Youth Development (CYD). Career Youth Development, Inc. is saddened by the untimely death of our student and classmate Marvin Cottrell, Jr. who was shot and killed early Monday morning on 24th & Glendale while attempting to break up a fight. The fact that we have lost another valuable [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/25/cyd-executive-director-speaks-out-on-marvin-cottrells-death/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/25/alderwoman-coggs-invites-residents-to-heal-the-hood/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/25/alderwoman-coggs-invites-residents-to-heal-the-hood/#comments Sat, 25 May 2013 17:14:37 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15822 Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs invites residents who are fed up with news of crime and violence to the second annual “Heal the Hood” block party this weekend, hosted by Ajamou Butler and Dominic Carter. Heal the Hood began last year as a gathering of like-minded neighbors who wanted to come together as a community to [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/25/alderwoman-coggs-invites-residents-to-heal-the-hood/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/25/sen-tammy-baldwin-to-speak-at-matc-2013-commencement/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/25/sen-tammy-baldwin-to-speak-at-matc-2013-commencement/#comments Sat, 25 May 2013 17:12:06 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15820 On Friday, May 24 beginning at 6:00 pm at U.S. Cellular Arena located at 400 W. Kilbourn Ave. in Milwaukee, approximately 1,400 students will graduate from Milwaukee Area Technical College’s associate degree, technical diploma, apprentice and adult high school programs. U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) will serve as the keynote speaker. Dr. Michael L. Burke, [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/25/sen-tammy-baldwin-to-speak-at-matc-2013-commencement/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/17/sdc-job-resource-fair-financial-education-resources/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/17/sdc-job-resource-fair-financial-education-resources/#comments Fri, 17 May 2013 18:27:40 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15766 When financial resources are tight, it is important to be as efficient as possible with your income. Residents attending the Social Development Commission’s (SDC) Spring Job and Resource Fair will be offered information on how to accomplish just that. The 7th Annual SDC Spring Job and Resource Fair will be held Saturday, May 18 from [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/17/sdc-job-resource-fair-financial-education-resources/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/11/fill-those-bags/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/11/fill-those-bags/#comments Sun, 12 May 2013 02:33:23 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15700 Nation’s largest one day food drive will Stamp Out Hunger The 21st annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive will take place on Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 8:30 am-5:00 pm at Hunger Task Force warehouse located at 201 S. Hawley Court and Post offices throughout Milwaukee. Over 5,000 letter carriers from rural and urban post [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/11/fill-those-bags/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/11/alderwoman-coggs-seeks-student-essays-on-freedom-2/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/11/alderwoman-coggs-seeks-student-essays-on-freedom-2/#comments Sun, 12 May 2013 02:30:09 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15698 6th Annual Freedom Essay Scholarship Contest Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs has launched the 6th Annual Freedom Scholarship Essay Contest for 2013, challenging students to put into words what the concept of “freedom” means to them and how they can combat and prevent prejudice, discrimination, and violence in the world today. The deadline for the scholarship [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/11/alderwoman-coggs-seeks-student-essays-on-freedom-2/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/11/fondy-farmers-market-opens-this-saturday/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/11/fondy-farmers-market-opens-this-saturday/#comments Sun, 12 May 2013 02:26:38 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15695 The 2013 season quietly gets underway this Saturday, May 11 between 9 am and noon. Several vendors will be at the Market selling starter flowers and vegetable plants. Because it’s so early in the season, spring produce will be very limited, if at all. The Market is open Saturdays only between May 11 and June [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/11/fondy-farmers-market-opens-this-saturday/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/job-opportunities-and-more/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/job-opportunities-and-more/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 20:32:05 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15652 The economy may be on the road to recovery but many Milwaukee area residents still find themselves looking for family supporting work. The free event will be held Saturday, May 18 from 10 am to 3 pm at Greater New Birth Church located at 8237 W. Silver Spring Drive. The SDC Job and Resource Fair [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/job-opportunities-and-more/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/b-i-g-mamas-support-breastfeeding/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/b-i-g-mamas-support-breastfeeding/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 20:29:39 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15650 The African American Breastfeeding Network of Milwaukee will host a Community Breastfeeding Gathering entitled; B.I.G. Mamas Support Breastfeeding. Program Highlights: • Breast Milk Is ‘Medicine’ For Babies Born Early Presenter: Dinah Scott, RN, IBCLC, Aurora Health Care • Grandmother said: Dispelling Common Breastfeeding Myths Presenter: Dalvery Blackwell, IBCLC, AABN • Grandmother Knows Best: Hearing From [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/b-i-g-mamas-support-breastfeeding/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/matc-music-presents-rock-hunger-iv/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/matc-music-presents-rock-hunger-iv/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 20:26:44 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15648 The MATC Music department presents Rock Hunger IV; a benefit concert for the Hunger Task Force, produced by and featuring MATC Music Business students. Admission is $7 at the door or $5 with a nonperishable food donation. The event is produced by and features MATC Music department students. This MATC service learning event will raise [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/matc-music-presents-rock-hunger-iv/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/mba-to-provide-free-legal-information-clinics/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/mba-to-provide-free-legal-information-clinics/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 20:24:03 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15646 In celebration of National Law Day, the Milwaukee Bar Association (MBA) will provide FREE legal information clinics Saturday, May 4, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The free legal information clinics will be held at four metro Milwaukee locations: - South Side – Bay View Library 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. Milwaukee, WI - Downtown [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/mba-to-provide-free-legal-information-clinics/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/milwaukee-county-parks-to-dedicate-james-w-beckum-park/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/milwaukee-county-parks-to-dedicate-james-w-beckum-park/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 20:21:38 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15644 County Supervisor Willie Johnson, Jr. and the Milwaukee County Parks have announced a ribbon cutting ceremony to dedicate James W. Beckum Park, 900 W. Brown St., on Saturday, May 4 at 11:45 a.m. The park is named in honor of the man who has worked tirelessly to serve the youth of the community through sports. [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/milwaukee-county-parks-to-dedicate-james-w-beckum-park/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/milwaukee-postmaster-announces-new-posting-of-job-openings/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/milwaukee-postmaster-announces-new-posting-of-job-openings/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 20:18:43 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15642 The Milwaukee Post Office will post more of the new City Carrier Assistant (CCA) positions that will run from May 3 thru May 10, 2013. Jobseekers in the community are encouraged to build their online profile and apply at http://usps.com/employment. The CCA is a new category of non-career employees and is the path to possible [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/milwaukee-postmaster-announces-new-posting-of-job-openings/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/blood-donors-give-patients-the-chance-to-create-a-summer-of-stories/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/blood-donors-give-patients-the-chance-to-create-a-summer-of-stories/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 19:02:26 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15628 With summer right around the corner, many people are now planning their summer activities and vacations. After all, summer is a time to create lifelong memories. When eligible donors give blood with the American Red Cross, they can also give others time to make their own memories — watching fireworks, having a picnic, sleeping under [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/blood-donors-give-patients-the-chance-to-create-a-summer-of-stories/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/from-afro-cuban-to-aztec-bachata-hmong-rock-and-salsa-mps-student-performance-highlights-districts-diverse-cultures/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/from-afro-cuban-to-aztec-bachata-hmong-rock-and-salsa-mps-student-performance-highlights-districts-diverse-cultures/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 18:58:46 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15622 Student performers from 15 MPS schools will showcase 12 diverse cultures in song and dance Friday at the 14th annual Cantos de las Americas at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Milwaukee. The show is set for 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 3 at the Marcus Center, 929 N. Water Street, Milwaukee 53202. [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/from-afro-cuban-to-aztec-bachata-hmong-rock-and-salsa-mps-student-performance-highlights-districts-diverse-cultures/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/gathering-and-homegoing-services-to-be-held-for-nathaniel-chip-carter-jones/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/gathering-and-homegoing-services-to-be-held-for-nathaniel-chip-carter-jones/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 18:12:11 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15616 Nathaniel Jones, also known as “Chip Carter” was murdered on April 17th and died a HERO while fighting off armed attackers. The three men who were under 18 years-old were armed with pistols and gained entry into the home by kicking the back door down. After following the gunman’s instruction and laying on the ground [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/05/04/gathering-and-homegoing-services-to-be-held-for-nathaniel-chip-carter-jones/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/express-yourself-milwaukee-creates-city-wide-outdoor-art-gallery/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/express-yourself-milwaukee-creates-city-wide-outdoor-art-gallery/#comments Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:39:30 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15593 On Sat. April 27, Express Yourself Milwaukee (EYM) unveils 5 outdoor pop-up art galleries. The artwork in the galleries is a collaborative effort by the youth and staff at 10 Milwaukee youth serving organizations. Gallery sites include: Running Rebels Community Organization, Mt.Mary College, St. Aemilian Lakeside, McLeod Bethune Academy, and Express Yourself Milwaukee. Bus tours [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/express-yourself-milwaukee-creates-city-wide-outdoor-art-gallery/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/no-kid-hungry-campaign-work-expanding-across-the-country/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/no-kid-hungry-campaign-work-expanding-across-the-country/#comments Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:35:31 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15591 Six new organizations join No Kid Hungry Allies Program Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign is proud to announce six new organizations joining in the work of the campaign by becoming part of the No Kid Hungry Allies program. No child should grow up hungry in America, but one in five children struggles with [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/no-kid-hungry-campaign-work-expanding-across-the-country/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/open-house-highlighting-matc-accelerated-programs-set-for-may-1-at-west-allis-campus/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/open-house-highlighting-matc-accelerated-programs-set-for-may-1-at-west-allis-campus/#comments Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:31:45 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15589 Prospective students are invited to explore Milwaukee Area Technical College’s accelerated associate degree programs at a free open house from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, at the West Allis Campus, 1200 S. 71st St. Designed for busy, working adults, MATC’s accelerated programs meet one evening per week in eight-week sessions or are offered [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/open-house-highlighting-matc-accelerated-programs-set-for-may-1-at-west-allis-campus/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/growing-powers-will-allen-to-speak-at-uwm-may-15/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/growing-powers-will-allen-to-speak-at-uwm-may-15/#comments Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:27:59 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15587 Growing Power’s Will Allen will be the featured speaker at the Friends of the Golda Meir Library Annual Program, on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. in the Library’s fourth floor Conference Center. Also speaking will be Michael Lovell, UWM Chancellor; Gretchen Mead, Victory Garden Initiative Executive Director; and Stan Stojkovic, UWM School of [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/growing-powers-will-allen-to-speak-at-uwm-may-15/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/american-cancer-societys-cancer-prevention-study-comes-to-southeast-wisconsin/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/american-cancer-societys-cancer-prevention-study-comes-to-southeast-wisconsin/#comments Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:24:47 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15585 Major health systems to serve as enrollment sites The Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3) is a oncein- a-lifetime opportunity to make an impact on this and future generations. Southeast Wisconsin will host several enrollment opportunities at a variety of sites from April 25 to May 10, 2013. The first enrollment is slated for Thursday, April 25 [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/27/american-cancer-societys-cancer-prevention-study-comes-to-southeast-wisconsin/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/20/recycle-old-electronics-this-earth-day-to-benefit-people-with-disabilities/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/20/recycle-old-electronics-this-earth-day-to-benefit-people-with-disabilities/#comments Sat, 20 Apr 2013 18:59:57 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15536 Free electronic collection drive being held Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pettit National Ice Center in Milwaukee In celebration of Earth Day, AT&T Wisconsin and the AT&T Veterans are teaming up with IndependenceFirst and River Run Computers to encourage consumers and businesses to recycle their old electronic devices through [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/20/recycle-old-electronics-this-earth-day-to-benefit-people-with-disabilities/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/20/just-between-friends-announces-milwaukee-county-spring-sale/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/20/just-between-friends-announces-milwaukee-county-spring-sale/#comments Sat, 20 Apr 2013 18:55:35 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15534 Following a successful Washington County sale, Just Between Friends (JBF) has announced its second of three regional consignment sales. This second sale will take place in Milwaukee County, Sunday, April 21, through Friday, April 26, in the Wisconsin Expo Center at State Fair Park. The JBF sales offer gently used and new children’s and junior [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/20/just-between-friends-announces-milwaukee-county-spring-sale/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/20/spread-the-word-milwaukee-will-have-opportunity-saturday-to-weigh-in-on-budget/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/20/spread-the-word-milwaukee-will-have-opportunity-saturday-to-weigh-in-on-budget/#comments Sat, 20 Apr 2013 18:52:37 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15532 City residents are invited to share their opinions on the state budget at a public hearing this Saturday in Milwaukee. The hearing starts at 11:00 a.m. and will be held at the MPS Administration Building, 5225 W Vliet St. The co-chairs of the legislature’s budget committee scheduled just four public opportunities – none in Milwaukee [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/20/spread-the-word-milwaukee-will-have-opportunity-saturday-to-weigh-in-on-budget/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/five-star-food-wine-evening-scheduled-for-thursday-april-18/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/five-star-food-wine-evening-scheduled-for-thursday-april-18/#comments Sat, 13 Apr 2013 21:15:06 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15472 Cuisine prepared by Milwaukee Area Technical College culinary arts, and baking and pastry arts students highlights the annual “Five Star Food & Wine Evening,” set for Thursday, April 18, from 5-8 p.m. on the sixth floor of the Main Building at MATC’s Downtown Milwaukee Campus, 1015 N. 6th St. The event features seafood; hors d’oeuvres; [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/five-star-food-wine-evening-scheduled-for-thursday-april-18/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/bill-cosby-is-mu-commencement-speaker/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/bill-cosby-is-mu-commencement-speaker/#comments Sat, 13 Apr 2013 21:12:17 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15470 Bill Cosby will be Marquette University’s Commencement speaker at this year’s spring ceremony, which will be held Sunday, May 19, at 9:30 a.m. in the BMO Harris Bradley Center. As part of the ceremony, Cosby will receive an honorary doctor of letters degree. “Bill Cosby was a pioneer in breaking down racial stereotypes on national [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/bill-cosby-is-mu-commencement-speaker/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/the-american-cancer-society-and-brain-brawn-body-team-up-to-host-a-critical-discussion-on-african-american-mens-health/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/the-american-cancer-society-and-brain-brawn-body-team-up-to-host-a-critical-discussion-on-african-american-mens-health/#comments Sat, 13 Apr 2013 21:05:56 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15463 On Saturday, April 27, 2013, at North Division High School, 1011 W Center Street during the Sankofa Health Forum, the American Cancer Society and Brain Brawn & Body present Brother to Brother: A Conversation About Your Health. Brother to Brother will feature three healthcare professionals, City of Milwaukee Health Commissioner Bevan Baker; George Hinton, President [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/the-american-cancer-society-and-brain-brawn-body-team-up-to-host-a-critical-discussion-on-african-american-mens-health/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/citywide-clean-up-effort-runs-april-15-june-4-2013/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/citywide-clean-up-effort-runs-april-15-june-4-2013/#comments Sat, 13 Apr 2013 20:59:51 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15461 The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works’ annual Project Clean & Green program will run from April 15 through June 4, 2013. Project Clean & Green (PCG) is a citywide program designed to foster neighborhood pride and ownership through coordinated clean-ups, street and alley sweeping, graffiti removal, and neighborhood beautification activities sponsored by community [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/citywide-clean-up-effort-runs-april-15-june-4-2013/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/universal-school-of-milwaukee-to-hold-recruitment-event/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/universal-school-of-milwaukee-to-hold-recruitment-event/#comments Sat, 13 Apr 2013 20:51:14 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15459 Are you a “dragon slayer” who has what it takes to turn kids into body leaders? Are you ready to work in a first class school with a student body striving for excellence and an environment built for success? Then we want to hear from you! Join us for the Dream Team Recruitment Event on [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/universal-school-of-milwaukee-to-hold-recruitment-event/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/griots-will-read-at-ayzha-fine-arts/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/griots-will-read-at-ayzha-fine-arts/#comments Sat, 13 Apr 2013 20:48:51 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15457 A phenom of the 1980s in Milwaukee – the New World Griots, a collective of writers – is back. The group will read from their new book of poetry at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at Ayzha Fine Arts Gallery & Boutique in the Grand Avenue mall in downtown Milwaukee. The book – New World [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/13/griots-will-read-at-ayzha-fine-arts/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/sdc-candidates-certified-for-april-12-board-elections/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/sdc-candidates-certified-for-april-12-board-elections/#comments Sat, 06 Apr 2013 18:37:23 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15402 The Social Development Commission (SDC) has certified the candidates who will appear on the County-wide ballot for six Board Commission seats. Seven candidates will vie for six seats. The election is scheduled for Friday April 12, 2013 at six locations through Milwaukee County. For detailed information about polling sites and certified candidates, visit the SDC [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/sdc-candidates-certified-for-april-12-board-elections/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/attention-pick-n-save-customers/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/attention-pick-n-save-customers/#comments Sat, 06 Apr 2013 18:19:26 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15397 Pick ’n Save and the Roundy’s Foundation are issuing a challenge as part of their upcoming Roundy’s Foundation Focused on Feeding Families tour. This week they launched the Recipe Face-Off Facebook competition to raise awareness about the needs of area food pantries and, ultimately, provide one lucky food pantry with a surprise donation. Here’s how [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/attention-pick-n-save-customers/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/stop-special-needs-vouchers-wisconsin/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/stop-special-needs-vouchers-wisconsin/#comments Sat, 06 Apr 2013 18:16:38 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15395 Parents of children with disabilities hold a listening session on why special needs vouchers are wrong for all students, wrong for taxpayers and wrong for Wisconsin. When: Thursday, April 11th from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Where: IndependenceFirst, 540 S. 1st St., Milwaukee, WI 53204 Who: Families, community members, educators, professionals and advocates of quality educations [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/stop-special-needs-vouchers-wisconsin/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/dr-umar-johnson-in-milwaukee-for-multiple-scheduled-appearances/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/dr-umar-johnson-in-milwaukee-for-multiple-scheduled-appearances/#comments Sat, 06 Apr 2013 18:13:37 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15393 By Taki S. Raton Nationally renowned educator, school psychologist, therapist and historian Dr. Umar Johnson will open his series of Milwaukee engagements at the Milwaukee Brotherhood of Firefighters Hall, 7717 West Good Hope Road, on Thursday, April 11, 2013, beginning at 6 p.m. Doors will open at 5 p.m. “Still Separate and Unequal: The Mis-Education [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/04/06/dr-umar-johnson-in-milwaukee-for-multiple-scheduled-appearances/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/30/the-parenting-network-offers-child-sexual-abuse-prevention-workshops/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/30/the-parenting-network-offers-child-sexual-abuse-prevention-workshops/#comments Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:58:32 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15343 Valuable training offered for teachers, social workers, parents The Parenting Network invites teachers, social workers, parents and any adults interested in the well-being of children to attend our Stewards of Children workshops: Friday, April 19, 2013 from 9:00-11:30 AM at The Parenting Network. Stewards of Children is an evidence-based curriculum created by Darkness to Light, [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/30/the-parenting-network-offers-child-sexual-abuse-prevention-workshops/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/30/notice-of-spring-election-special-election-and-sample-ballots-2/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/30/notice-of-spring-election-special-election-and-sample-ballots-2/#comments Sat, 30 Mar 2013 15:42:30 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15308 NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION, SPECIAL ELECTION AND SAMPLE BALLOTS April 2, 2013 OFFICE OF THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE: Notice is hereby given of a spring election to be held in the City of Milwaukee, on the 2nd day of April, 2013, at which the [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/30/notice-of-spring-election-special-election-and-sample-ballots-2/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/30/notice-of-referendum/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/30/notice-of-referendum/#comments Sat, 30 Mar 2013 15:33:10 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15309 NOTICE OF REFERENDUM City of Milwaukee April 2, 2013 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at an election to be held in the City of Milwaukee on April 2, 2013, the following advisory referendum question will be submitted to a vote of the people. Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/30/notice-of-referendum/feed/ 0 http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/23/bloodcenter-of-wisconsin-to-host-13th-annual-milwaukee-bucks-blood-drive/ http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/23/bloodcenter-of-wisconsin-to-host-13th-annual-milwaukee-bucks-blood-drive/#comments Sat, 23 Mar 2013 16:46:31 +0000 admin http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/?p=15295 BloodCenter of Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Bucks are teaming up to save lives with the 13th Annual Milwaukee Bucks Blood Drive on Monday, March 25. The community blood drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the BMO Harris Bradley Center, 1001 N. 4th St., Milwaukee. Donors may visit www.bcw.edu/bucks to schedule [...]]]> http://milwaukeecourieronline.com/index.php/2013/03/23/bloodcenter-of-wisconsin-to-host-13th-annual-milwaukee-bucks-blood-drive/feed/ 0