The Dominican Center’s new executive director, Britney Roberson, has experience living and working in the Amani neighborhood.
Meredith Melland
Posted inEconomic Development, Neighborhoods
Silver City businesses update storefronts ahead of National Avenue construction
VIA Community Development Corp. is incentivizing business owners along National Avenue in Silver City to give their storefronts a face-lift ahead of next year’s road reconstruction.
Posted inArts and Recreation, Community, Lindsay Heights
Photo gallery: Community members document the environment of Lindsay Heights
Participants plan to display photos at the Lindsay Heights Legacy Days event from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 1 on North Avenue between 14th and 18th streets.
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As local agencies deal with AmeriCorps cuts, Milwaukee Turners provide resources
The Milwaukee Turners are offering free memberships, which include access to the gym and fitness classes, to Public Allies and Milwaukee Justice Center AmeriCorps members who have been impacted by program cuts. (Photo provided by the Milwaukee Turners)
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After state removes its community action status, SDC advocates for anti-poverty support
In the wake of the state’s decision to strip the Social Development Commission of its community action status, the agency’s leaders say they plan to fight the decision and continue to advocate for anti-poverty services in Milwaukee County.
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SDC faces more funding upheaval after state removes its community action status
The state of Wisconsin is rescinding the Social Development Commission’s status as Milwaukee County’s community action agency, a move that puts the SDC’s ability to offer critical services to the community in jeopardy.
Posted inCommunity, Economic Development
NNS Spotlight: Ray Hill promotes King Drive’s pride and promise
Ray Hill is dedicated to working with local businesses and property owners to improve four and half miles of commercial corridor along Milwaukee’s King Drive.
Posted inCommunity, Economic Development
Charrette spurs design ideas for 35th Street on Near West Side
After holding a design charrette for 27th Street in 2016, Near West Side Partners brought back the collaborative design event to gather community ideas on developing sites along 35th Street.
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Here’s how to get a Real ID in Milwaukee as new requirements start May 7
Beginning May 7, a Real ID or other TSA-approved identification will be required for adults who plan to fly within the U.S. or visit a military base or other federal buildings.
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African American Roundtable is building a food access campaign with Northwest Side residents
The African American Roundtable is focusing on food access as it builds a community safety campaign for Milwaukee’s Northwest Side.