The $2 million makeover of Moody Park includes a new community center, lit basketball courts and a splash pad.
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Safe Zones ambassadors build relationships in Garden Homes
Neighborhood ambassadors in Garden Homes have sparked hope, mediated violence and begun to build trust in the North Side community.
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COA set to open new early education center in Amani
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will mark the official opening of COA’s new Burke Early Education Center in Amani on Aug. 7.
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African-American arena supporters face skepticism from constituents
Despite pushback from community residents, arena proponents see opportunity for job growth and development in the proposal passed by the state Assembly.
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Volunteers build new KaBOOM! playground at COA Goldin Center
Ten volunteers from U.S. Bank built a new KaBOOM! playground at COA Youth & Family Centers’ Goldin Center next to the soon-to-open Burke Early Education Center.
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Lecture series asks ‘Do Black Lives Matter?’
Reggie Jackson of the Black Holocaust Museum puts the slogan ‘Black Lives Matter’ to the test in a lecture series that traces the history of devaluing black people in America.
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Painful childhood helps Boys & Girls Club manager help struggling kids
Ceso Sprewell, who lost his parents at a young age, struggled as a teen growing up in urban Milwaukee. Now 32, he has found his calling helping youth facing similar challenges.
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Borchert Field C.A.R.E.S. creates master plan
Despite continuing challenges with resident participation and a lack of funds, the Borchert Field C.A.R.E.S association is moving ahead with a neighborhood plan, youth programming and home repair.
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Amani block party celebrates community, challenges perceptions
Community organizations came out to show their support for the Amani neighborhood at its annual block party.
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Officials promise revamped Moody Park will open in late August
The long-awaited grand opening of Moody Park is set for late August, though some residents worry that the project will be delayed again.