2021
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Milwaukee stilt walker stands tall after video goes viral
For Allenton Riley, 18, Moko Jumbie is a way to stay out of trouble as well as a way to stand out. A video of him on stilts went viral last month after he was caught practicing for a Juneteenth performance.
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OPINION: ‘I thank God because some people didn’t make it’: Saryea’s journey with kidney failure
From the marathon of dialysis treatments to the uncertainty of multiple transplants, Saryea Murchison shares her journey with kidney failure.
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5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: July 12 to July 16
Learn about the science behind violence prevention from Reggie Moore; discover the untold story of Black baseball in Milwaukee; support UCC’s “Summer Social,” attend the “Rhythm and Blooms” concert; and check out job fairs on the North and South sides.
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Post from Community: Digital Bridge hits major milestone to bridge digital divide
Digital Bridge of Milwaukee was joined by state Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velvez, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and leaders from Spectrum to celebrate a major milestone in efforts to close the digital divide across Milwaukee. The partnership includes the distribution of 2,000 refurbished electronic devices since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020.
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NNS on ‘Lake Effect’: 5 things to do and know this July in Milwaukee neighborhoods
NNS deputy editor Adam Carr joins Joy Powers of WUWM for our monthly spot with “Lake Effect,” where he discusses events in July connected to Milwaukee’s North and South Side neighborhoods.
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Post from Community: Milwaukee banks to support civil justice
Two financial institutions in Milwaukee have joined a group that help Wisconsin residents access legal information, advice, and representation when facing life-altering challenges.
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Program builds community while teaching Black prostate cancer survivors new skills
The Men Moving Forward program from the Medical College of Wisconsin helps Black prostate cancer survivors make – and embrace – changes to their lifestyles.
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Where struggling residents can find food in Milwaukee
If you need food, take a look at these resources. See something we missed? Let us know by texting “MKE” to 73224.
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5 things to know the weekend of July 9
Check out the new design for Moody Park’s basketball courts; help keep the Clarke Square neighborhood clean; attend an MPS listening session on what schools should do with federal funding; learn about the child tax credit; and support Next Door’s annual book drive.