The Social Development Commission’s Board of Commissioners did not offer updates on the agency’s programs or payments to employees at their Thursday meeting.
Trisha Young
Trisha Young serves as the audio/video producer for Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service and Wisconsin Watch. Before then, she was the health reporter for NNS. She is a 2019 graduate of UW-Milwaukee with a degree in film, video, animation and new genres.
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Milwaukee advocates on edge as WIC funding faces uncertainty
Uncertainty about funding for the federal WIC nutrition program has prompted local advocates to encourage eligible people to apply for benefits.
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Here are programs that connect isolated Milwaukee seniors
Learn about free or low-cost services and programs for older adults in Milwaukee County.
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South Side walking group leads way to better health for Latino residents
On Milwaukee’s South Side, Lideres por la Salud is a walking group that aims to be a beacon of health and wellness for Milwaukee’s Latino community
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NNS Spotlight: How Milwaukee’s newest Black-owned grocery store serves the residents of Sherman Park
The Sherman Park Grocery Store seeks to transform the neighborhood by providing healthy food options and through community engagement.
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Milwaukee County leads the state in rates of diabetes. Here’s how to lower your risk.
Milwaukee County leads the state in the number of residents who have diabetes. We’ve compiled some resources you should know about.
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NNS Spotlight: How Wraparound Milwaukee lifts at-risk youths and their families with mental health support
Wraparound Milwaukee works under the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services and serves as a special care system designed for children with significant emotional, behavioral and mental health needs, along with their families.
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Need help surviving the winter blues? Here are resources to improve your mental health
From practicing yoga to going outdoors, here’s how you can manage your mental health this winter season.
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My favorite story of 2023: Milwaukee makes plans to replace lead service lines. Is there money to pay for it?
This was a story that involved a tremendous amount of lifting, fact checking, editing and even breaking some news.
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UPDATED: How to stay healthy for the holidays: Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines
With the season for family gatherings and celebrations fast approaching, doctors advise people to get vaccinated to stay safe and healthy over the holidays and throughout the winter season.