Milwaukee-born NFL players Eric Murray and Dare Ogunbowale came home this past weekend to pour into the next generation of youths through a football clinic, mentorship and resources.
Chesnie Wardell
Chesnie Wardell serves as the intergenerational reporter for NNS. In addition, she writes features on notable North Side and South Side residents. She reported for other newsrooms like the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, covered teacher vacancies through an O'Brien fellowship and was selected as an inaugural member of the New York Times Corps. She is a 2025 graduate of Marquette University, where she studied journalism and theology.
Posted inArts and Recreation
Here are 8 ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Milwaukee this year
From festivals to exercising, Milwaukee is honoring Juneteenth in various ways. Learn where you can find a celebration here.
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Temporary sites secured for displaced patrons of the McGovern Park Senior Center
McGovern Park seniors will relocate to temporary Northwest Side sites while officials plan for a new senior center.
Posted inCommunity, Health and Wellness, Resources
Milwaukee experts share meal ideas and tips for families during summer break
Preparing quality and affordable meals for children during summer break can be tough. Community experts have provided families with tips and healthy recipes to make it easier in the kitchen.
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5 things to know and do the week of June 8
From a town hall meeting to understanding your rights as a renter, here’s what to know and do this week in Milwaukee.
Posted inCommunity
5 things to know and do the weekend of June 5
From celebrating a community center anniversary, joining a bike ride or honoring National Puerto Rican Day, here’s what to know and do this weekend in Milwaukee.
Posted inArts and Recreation, NNS Spotlight
How one golf organization is bringing more Black people to the course
We Black We Golf has been changing the narrative of what golfing can look like for members of the Black community.
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Here are 6 free or affordable summer programs and camps for Milwaukee youths
Organizations across Milwaukee are preparing to keep students busy during summer break. Here are free and affordable programs that students can participate in.
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Meet two teen friends who started their own affordable pet care businesses in Milwaukee
From pet waste removal to grooming, Jomarion Swiams and Jaidyn Boyce are teens with dogs that turned everyday pet care chores into businesses with affordable prices.
Posted inCommunity, Housing
Health care professionals and leaders call for change as more Milwaukee seniors become homeless
Homelessness among Milwaukee’s older adults is rising due to a lack of resources, isolation and other systemic gaps. Leaders and health care workers are coming together to address the issue.