Special Report: Vicious cycle of payday loans poses hazard for low-income borrowers

January 4, 2016 by Marlita Annette Bevenue 1 Comment

While financial experts warn against the dangers of payday lending, cash-strapped Milwaukeeans take out payday loans because they have no other choice.

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Lindsay Heights residents share redevelopment ideas at annual meeting

November 24, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue Leave a Comment

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Access to a high-quality grocery store and new recreational venues for youth were among the top priorities for residents who attended Walnut Way’s recent annual “report to community” meeting.

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On the Block: One nation; one school system

November 10, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue Leave a Comment

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Former Milwaukee Public School teacher Ruth Williams, 66, is concerned about equity in education.

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Concern over vacant properties dominates Sherman Park town hall meeting

November 4, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue 1 Comment

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City leaders addressed Sherman Park residents’ concerns about unkempt vacant homes and other issues at a recent town hall meeting hosted by Ald. Russell Stamper.

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Circus returns to Highland Community School

October 18, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue Leave a Comment

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Juggling, plate-spinning, martial arts stick-fighting. These were among the circus acts performed by Highland Community School students at the fourth annual circus on Friday, Oct. 16.

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Local churches work with congregations to combat infant death

October 12, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue Leave a Comment

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Faith leaders shared messages with their communities about infant death prevention as part of this year’s Strong Baby Sabbath.

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Gloria De Angelo relaunches namesake bakery after 16-year hiatus

October 1, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue Leave a Comment

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The owner of Gloria’s Cake Shop & Café in Clarke Square is determined to give back to her community while serving up delectable pastries, cakes and tarts.

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How to visit national parks for free

September 16, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue Leave a Comment

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Fourth graders in the United States and their families can now visit federal lands and waters nationwide for free.

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On the Block: Classroom confessions

September 15, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue Leave a Comment

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Dennis Marshall, 39, talks about the challenges of teaching grade school students.

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Milwaukee Public Library seeks public input on new Forest Home branch

September 8, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue Leave a Comment

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Milwaukee Public Library asked community members to share their ideas on the design of a new library branch coming to the Historic Mitchell Street neighborhood next year.

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Special Report: Vicious cycle of payday loans poses hazard for low-income borrowers

Lindsay Heights residents share redevelopment ideas at annual meeting

On the Block: One nation; one school system

Concern over vacant properties dominates Sherman Park town hall meeting

Circus returns to Highland Community School

Local churches work with congregations to combat infant death

Gloria De Angelo relaunches namesake bakery after 16-year hiatus

How to visit national parks for free

On the Block: Classroom confessions

Milwaukee Public Library seeks public input on new Forest Home branch

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