Old North Milwaukee neighborhood resident Daniel Avant works part time as a chef. He’s starting 2015 with a search for a full-time job with benefits.
On the Block: What it means to be Santa
In the Harambee neighborhood, a generation of children has grown up with Don Sargent, though they will never know his real name. For the last 10 years he has been their Santa, appearing annually at the Riverworks Breakfast with Santa event. He has a unique take on what it means for children to spend a few minutes with Santa.
On the Block: After Ferguson
Quintes Williams, 25, who lives in the Metcalfe Park neighborhood, shares some thoughts on interacting with the police.
On the Block: Homeless and faith-full
Sean, currently homeless in the Layton Boulevard West neighborhood, is committed to his faith and enjoys getting together with others to discuss religion. We met up with him at Ebenezer Lutheran Church before a hot meal.
On the Block: More than a haircut
Brandon Robins’ barber chair is often occupied by one of the youngsters from the Concordia neighborhood, and that’s just how Brandon likes it.
On the Block: BU magazine founder Marvin Pope
In 2009, East Side resident Marvin Pope launched the first issue of BU (Be You) Magazine, an online video publication. He is currently working on the seventh issue.
On the Block: Salvation Army bell ringer shares Christmas spirit
Luther Chambers, a Salvation Army bell ringer collects donations to help the poor outside a local grocery store.
On the Block: Scrapping in Clarke Square
Elliot Oshkeshequam, who lost his job recently, spent a recent morning gathering scrap metal in Clarke Square.
On the Block: Community organizer
Terry O’Kelly, 31, is an organizer with Wisconsin Voices who goes door to door hoping to persuade residents to get involved in their community. NNS caught up with him in Metcalfe Park.
On the Block: Exercising their rights
Two city residents share why voting is important to them.
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