Learn about genealogy with the Wisconsin Black Historical Society; take part in Data Day; explore alternatives to incarceration; tour Latino Arts’ “Day of the Dead Ofrendas” exhibit; and attend the virtual LGBTQ+ and Allies Career Fair.
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Sam Woods is a staff reporter primarily covering education in Milwaukee. When not reporting for NNS, Sam produces the Bridge the City podcast, a podcast that brings together people, resources, and ideas that inspire Milwaukee to action, with a reach of over 6,000 monthly subscribers across all podcast platforms.
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We’ve updated our list on where you can get free food or low-cost meals
If you or someone you know needs food, here is information on where to find food pantries, meal distribution sites, meals for children and more.
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7 ways to continue celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month continues from now until Oct. 15. Here are some ways you can celebrate.
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What you need to know about increased FoodShare benefits in October
FoodShare recipients should see another bump in benefits, starting Oct. 1, that will continue through at least Sept. 30, 2022.
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Coggs Center resumes full-time in-person service for first time since March 2020
The Marcia P. Coggs Human Services Center reopened this week for full-time in-person service after being closed since March 2020 because of COVID-19 precautions.
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We’ve updated our list on where you can get free food or low-cost meals
If you or someone you know needs food, here is information on where to find food pantries, meal distribution sites and more.
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Community organizations step up to help MPS students, teachers beat the heat
Community leaders rally to provide supplies for MPS students and teachers to beat the heat. But they call for a permanent solution for buildings without air-conditioning.
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We’ve updated our list on where you can get free food or low-cost meals
If you need food, take a look at these resources.
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UPDATE: Online application for P-EBT closes Wednesday, but you can still apply over phone or email
Parents can apply online to receive Pandemic EBT credits, or P-EBT, through Wednesday, Aug. 18. After then, they will need to apply over the phone or via email.
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Here’s how young people feel we can improve the lives of Black male students
About 60 young people met every weekday for six weeks this summer to generate ideas for improving educational outcomes for young Black males. Here is what they came up with.