By LaKeshia N. Myers Thanksgiving for many is the official kick-off to the winter holiday season. The holiday season for my family stretches from November until February; we celebrate … [Read more...]
The Economics of Thanksgiving
By Karen Stokes The October jobs report showed job growth was stronger than expected. Nonfarm payrolls grew by 261,000 for the month, the Labor Department reported Friday. Those payroll … [Read more...]
Every Day Is a Day of Thanksgiving
By LaKeshia N. Myers Everyday is a day of thanksgiving God’s been so good to me Everyday He’s blessing me Everyday is a day of thanksgiving Take the time to glorify the Lord today ~Dr. Charles G. … [Read more...]
As We Gather ‘Round the Table, Let’s Start Telling the Truth
By LaKeshia N. Myers For 15 years I have had the great fortune to summer on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. Aside from serving as a summer haven for the weary, the island, with its picturesque … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving: Past, Present and Future
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor We Can Decide Over the years, we’ve come to learn a lot about the storied history and intent behind Thanksgiving. It has represented … [Read more...]
Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Deputies & Partners Shop for Area Families for Thanksgiving
Milwaukee County Sheriff Office partnered with Milwaukee Deputy Sheriff’s Association (MDSA), Milwaukee Retired Deputy Sheriff’s Association (MRDSA), and Metcalfe’s Market will provide … [Read more...]
Original Black Panthers of Milwaukee Host 3rd Annual New Coat, Hat and Turkey Giveaway
By Dylan Deprey As the holiday season rounds the corner, parents stressing between buying a new coat for their children and funding a Thanksgiving meal could rest easy with a little help from the … [Read more...]
Palm oil turns Thanksgiving leftovers into trendy treats
Here’s good news for people who have loads of Thanksgiving leftovers. You don’t have to suffer through the same meal day after day or toss your excess mashed potatoes. Nor do you have to follow those … [Read more...]
Your hour-by-hour survival guide for a guilt-free Thanksgiving Day
Registered dietitian nutritionist shares her strategies for a healthier, less stressful holiday Your mouth may be already watering for your favorite Thanksgiving casseroles, stuffing and … [Read more...]
Lena@PKSD and Community Partners Give Back
When I pull up to the front door of the State Capitol and walk through the door to my office, I remind myself of just how lucky I am to serve in public office. But casting votes and fighting the … [Read more...]