It’s Friday in Milwaukee, and here are some events we think you shouldn’t miss this weekend.
Ana Martinez-Ortiz
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Ana is the community engagement reporter and beat reporter for neighborhood groups and nonprofits. As the community engagement reporter, Ana is known for writing five things to know/do for the week and weekend, how to articles and spotlight articles. Ana attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and graduated in 2017 with degrees in Spanish and journalism.
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5 things to do this weekend: May 3 to May 5
The first weekend of May has arrived, and Milwaukee’s event calendar is bursting with plans. From the Mitchell Park Domes to free Pilates in the park, there’s something for everyone.
Posted inCommunity, Neighborhoods, News, Public Safety
Remembering Dontre Hamilton: Dontre Day takes place Saturday, April 27
Five years ago, Dontre Hamilton was shot and killed by a Milwaukee police officer. Since then, his family honors his life through awareness and celebration.
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What every Milwaukee teen needs to know to find (and keep) a summer job
Here are some resources (and advice) to help teens land jobs this summer.
Posted inCarousel, Health and Wellness, Home, Neighborhoods, News, North, Sherman Park
The one test no one wants to fail: Resources for sexually transmitted diseases
Milwaukee has one of the highest rates for STDs. Sexually active individuals are encouraged to get tested and to know their status, and here are some resources to help.
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The road to becoming a U.S. citizen
The road to citizenship in the United States isn’t as easy as some would think.
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Five ways to find a job in Milwaukee
There’s plenty of opportunities for employment in Milwaukee – it’s just a matter of knowing where to look.
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Catching up on The Domes controversy: Could they be demolished?
When it comes to the Mitchell Park Domes, repairs aren’t cheap and a new report is suggesting they be demolished. Here’s what you need to know to catch up on the controversial issue.
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Diversity’s on the menu. How refugee chefs are changing Milwaukee’s culinary landscape
Refugee chefs are changing the way we eat in Milwaukee, one plate at a time.
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Not so fast: Groups hope to show you that good food can come to those who wait
When it comes to food, sometimes it’s easier to eat something convenient over something healthy. Kohl’s Healthy Families and the American Cancer Society decided to challenge that idea with nutrition education programs.