A recent workshop brought together a panel of four visionary Milwaukee leaders to discuss the tenets of abundant communities as part of a three-part series on “Building a Better Milwaukee.”
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Special Report: Latino English language learners outperform non-ELL peers
A study focusing on seven south side MPS elementary and middle schools conducted by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service shows that Spanish-speaking students who have been in ELL classes outperform their non-ELL peers in reading and math.
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Young people draw inspiration from local artists
Young artists from COA Riverwest Center recently displayed their work at the center gallery at 631 E. Center St.
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Elvis tribute band heats up the Domes
“Music Under Glass,” the weekly November through March live concert at the Mitchell Park Domes, recently featured music of “The King” as well as an Elvis costume contest and a light show.
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Running Rebels sponsors logo contest for anti-violence campaign
The Running Rebels youth organization is taking entries for a logo contest until Jan. 31. Youths ages 10-19 are eligible to submit entries.
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LBWN awarded grant for home renovation program
Layton Boulevard West Neighbors, Inc. (LBWN) recently received a $112,000 grant from Wells Fargo to continue home renovation efforts in the neighborhood. The money will be used for the Turnkey Renovation program, a project in which foreclosed homes are purchased, renovated and fitted with the latest in energy-saving technology.
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Residents gather to visualize healthy neighborhood
For Lindsay Heights to be a healthy neighborhood, residents need to communicate with one another more, adults and children need to get more exercise — playing on playgrounds, walking in parks and working out at affordable fitness centers.