Marching bands, dance teams, vendors, and local and state leaders filled Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on Friday, June 19, for Milwaukee’s 55th Juneteenth Jubilee Parade and celebration.
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Jonathan Aguilar is a photojournalist as well as a Report for America corps member and Catchlight Local fellow. Before coming to Milwaukee, he spent two years as a photographer at one of America’s oldest daily newspapers, The Blade, in Toledo, Ohio. Aguilar grew up in the Chicago suburbs. He earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism from DePaul University and his master’s degree from the Medill School of Journalism.
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Mariah Tyakohelahthè Diaz is helping carry Oneida beading traditions into the next generation
Oneida beadwork artist Mariah Tyakohelahthè Diaz celebrates her Native American identity while preserving cultural traditions through her business, Ostalókwa by Mariah.
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center celebrates 50 years
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 1531 W. Vliet St., hosted its 50th Anniversary Celebration on June 6. The celebration featured remarks by elected officials, tours of the center, live music and activities for children.
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Black Birders Week brings community together at Havenwoods State Forest
Birders and nature enthusiasts of color gathered May 30 at Havenwoods State Forest for a community celebration.
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Milwaukee’s Culture Makers highlights the creatives who are shaping our city
Muralists, chefs, drummers and other creatives of color are illuminating the pulse of their communities. We’re shining more light on them through our ongoing series.
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Nealita Nelson is building community one Lego brick at a time
After gaining national attention on Fox’s “LEGO Masters,” Milwaukee-native Nealita Nelson is using her platform to encourage creativity and community among builders of all ages.
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Gun violence survivors share ideas for change during Milwaukee Peace Week event
A group of women who lived through violence highlighted a panel discussion aimed at peace at Sherman Phoenix, 3536 W. Fond Du Lac Ave.
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Ground breaks on student-designed meditation garden at Granville Lutheran School
Students designed, budgeted and pitched designs for a meditation garden in front of Granville Lutheran School, 8242 N. Granville Road. The garden should be finished by late June.
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Paletas, paint and pride: New South Side mural celebrates community and summer sunsets
A new 55-foot-wide mural by Luna Creative Collaborations is coming to life on the outside of Paleteria Yayo, 1727 W. Lincoln Ave.
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Peeling back barriers: Milwaukee fruit artist brings a fresh approach to healthy eating
Imani Raiyne, founder of Kreative Fruitz, uses her art to make healthy eating more accessible and engaging across the city.