Bronzeville Collective MKE closed in March after seven years spotlighting Black, brown and queer-owned creative brands. Owners Tiffany Miller and Lilo Allen talk about its impact and their plans for the future.
Meredith Melland
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Community group to start a farmers market in Reiske Park this summer
Muskego Way residents and others are planning the Reiske Park Farmers Market, coming to South 24th and West Lapham streets this summer.
Posted inCommunity, Government & Politics
Here’s what’s on the ballot in Tuesday’s election in Milwaukee
Voters will go to the polls on Tuesday, April 7 to vote for candidates to serve on the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors, the Wisconsin Supreme Court and other court offices.
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Community forum on Saturday to focus on County Board race in District 7
Residents can hear from candidates and ask questions at the Voices of District 7 Community Forum on Saturday, March 28.
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SDC working to address debt and ongoing lawsuits
The Social Development Commission is considering all of its options to resolve its financial situation amid $2.4 million in debt and a lack of new funding.
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‘Time to escape and time to survive’: Milwaukee leaders urge residents to use smoke alarms
The number of fire responses are up in the city. Smoke alarms are vital for surviving fires, say local leaders.
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Milwaukee Water Works to replace 3,800 lead service lines this year on the North and South sides. Is your neighborhood next?
Contractors in the Milwaukee Prioritization Program will replace lead service lines in 23 Milwaukee neighborhoods this year, with work ramping up this month.
Posted inArts and Recreation, NNS Spotlight
Whimsy, history and whatnot: How a Milwaukee woman is creating her own museum
Maria Cunningham collects and curates historically and culturally interesting items for The Whatnot Museum, which will soon be open by appointment.
Posted inCommunity, Public Safety & Criminal Justice
Center for Self-Sufficiency quietly closed last year amid a federal audit and funding challenges
The nonprofit closed in September and had a program that was the subject of an audit by the U.S. Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General.
Posted inCommunity, Health and Wellness, Resources
Resources to boost your mental health and wellness in Milwaukee
If you are struggling with mental health challenges or are in need of some extra support, here are some resources available to help you take care of your body, mind and spirit.