Swimming is more than just a sport for Emilio Perez, 22, who’s chasing his Olympic goals. It’s a lifestyle built on discipline, business and representation.
Chesnie Wardell
Chesnie Wardell serves as a reporting fellow for NNS. In addition to compiling our popular “5 things to know and do” lists, she also writes features on notable North Side and South Side residents. She is a 2025 graduate of Marquette University, where she studied journalism and digital media.
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5 things to know and do the week of Nov. 10
Attend the Merrill Park neighborhood meeting; learn how to improve your home with VIA Community Development Corp.; receive free legal advice; and more.
Posted inCommunity, Resources
Deadline approaches for flood victims to apply for FEMA assistance, loans and mold removal
Milwaukee County residents impacted by the August flood have until Nov. 12 to apply for Federal Emergency Management Agency aid, mold removal and physical disaster loans.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of Nov. 7
Network with content enthusiasts; learn about traffic safety; explore music opportunities for youths; and more.
Posted inEducation, NNS Spotlight
‘Walk with their head held high’: Barbershop at Rufus King gives free cuts and confidence to students
Rufus King International High School English teachers Cameron LeFlore and Emmanuel Johnson provide free haircuts after school to students.
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5 things to know and do the week of Nov. 3
Listen to a story at Rescued Roasters; meet Ald. JoCasta Zamarripa; learn about a new city project; and more.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of Oct. 31
You can kick the weekend off with a health workshop; practice country line dancing; honor fathers; and more.
Posted inCommunity, Health and Wellness
How this Milwaukee mother weathers the challenges of sickle cell disease
Battling sickle cell disease hasn’t been the easiest for Lynnthese Johnson, but each day brings more determination, inspiration and strength.
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5 things to know and do the week of Oct. 27
Explore homes in the Amani Neighborhood; learn about Day of the Dead ofrendas; attend a MPS career fair; and more.
Posted inArts and Recreation, Community
5 things to know and do the weekend of Oct. 24
Check out an event with Grace Weber’s Music Lab; discuss budgeting with the African-American Roundtable; and enjoy ice cream with the MPD.