Today is the 8th anniversary of Wisconsin’s indoor smoking ban. A law designed to protect kids like me, from inhaling tobacco smoke from someone else’s cigarette.
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Adam Carr is deputy editor for community engagement at Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service.
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Milwaukee spring, 2018
From snow in April to hot summer-like days in June; from early morning to dusk, this gallery collects photos taken throughout Milwaukee’s neighborhoods this spring.
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Veterans Summit June 23
Michelle Watts comes from a military family and works at the VA, so she is tuned in to some of the issues that may be keeping African-American veterans from seeking out services.
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Alverno, Montessori Institute of Milwaukee Partnering on Unique Dual Licensure Program
Alverno College has partnered with the Montessori Institute of Milwaukee to create a dual licensure program that integrates the college’s Bachelor of Arts in Education with a Montessori teacher preparation program, the only program of its kind in the United States and in direct response to local, regional and national need. Designed to be completed […]
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The profound cost of forgetting
Adam Carr is a member of March On Milwaukee 50th, the group convening the 50th anniversary of Milwaukee’s Open Housing Marches. He writes this reflection in advance of the finale of 200 Nights of Freedom, on Saturday, May 19. Carr is also on staff at Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service.
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Garden District Farmers’ Market returns June 11th
The Garden District Farmers’ Market will open the season on Saturday, June 11th, from 1-5pm with new and returning area vendors. Located at 6th and Howard across from the art deco Town of Lake Water Tower, the Market will be held Saturdays through October 15th. In addition to our vendors and their freshly grown produce, […]
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A day to dream of health equality
Monday, January 19th is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. It’s a day to remember his dream of equality as well as the work that’s been done to make that dream a reality. Efforts are still needed in Wisconsin to fulfill Dr. King’s dream, particularly around the issue of health inequities such as tobacco use. Last […]
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Local store owner applauds CVS on going tobacco free
CVS Health’s decision in September 2014 to stop selling tobacco products in their stores sent a clear message that they care more about their customers’ health than profits. However, a recent report from Forbes shows CVS’ tobacco free policy is helping their bottom line in addition to their customers’ health. CVS reported a record $37.1 […]
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Over $24,000 in scholarships presented to area teens at financial literacy event
Make A Difference – Wisconsin program provides financial mentoring to teens On Wednesday, Feb. 18, 110 teens from 10 local high schools and community groups gathered at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Zelazo Center to be recognized for their achievements in a unique program called Money Coach™. This program, developed by Make A Difference – Wisconsin, […]