House of Peace mural untouched for 25 years until recent revitalization

November 3, 2018 by Sarah Lipo 2 Comments

George Gist, a longtime artist, came back to Milwaukee to refurbish his 25-year-old mural with former mentee Brad Bernard. They worked for more than two weeks to restore the mural at the House of Peace.

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On the Block: Grateful for small things

October 30, 2018 by Sarah Lipo Leave a Comment

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Charles Casey has been living in Milwaukee for most of his life. While he says he sees people being put down because of the color of their skin, he knows it is important to thank God for the simple things in life.

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North Side residents hopeful Obama visit will improve voter turnout

October 29, 2018 by Grace Connatser Leave a Comment

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Former President Barack Obama visited North Division High School on Friday, Oct. 26, his first time visiting the North Side school since 2014.

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North Division, Zablocki chosen to participate in community schools partnership

October 5, 2018 by Ryeshia Farmer Leave a Comment

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North Division High School and Clement J. Zablocki Elementary School are the newest of 10 MPS “community schools,” where teachers, students, families and community partners collectively create programs that address students’ needs.

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Special report: Decade-long Zilber Neighborhood Initiative changes trajectory of Lindsay Heights

September 19, 2018 by Andrea Waxman Leave a Comment

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The 10-year Zilber Neighborhood Initiative ended this summer and Lindsay Heights leaders say most of the plan’s goals have been met or are on the way to completion.

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Walnut Way launches ‘Lead From Where You Live’ initiative

September 11, 2018 by Ryeshia Farmer Leave a Comment

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Walnut Way seeks to involve Lindsay Heights community members in neighborhood development conversations and encourage grassroots leadership.

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Iconic Lindsay Heights mural restored for 18th annual Harvest Day

September 10, 2018 by Grace Connatser Leave a Comment

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Teens worked to return the 12-year-old “Caring Neighbors” mural at Walnut Way Conservation Corp. to its original look throughout the summer and unveiled it on Harvest Day.

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Skilled-trades training program qualifies city residents for construction jobs

August 15, 2018 by Andrea Waxman Leave a Comment

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Five years after Ezzard White established his One Hope Made Strong (OHMS) training program for central city residents, 10 of his trainees are working on the Legacy Lofts project on North Avenue between 15th and 16th streets.

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On The Block: Art and friendship

August 9, 2018 by Andrea Waxman Leave a Comment

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Lonnie Brown and Deavon Haynes are spending the summer exercising their creativity and building friendships, skills and confidence at Express Yourself Milwaukee.

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MPS board approves plan to restructure 53206 schools, increase North Division enrollment

August 3, 2018 by Ryeshia Farmer 2 Comments

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Milwaukee Public Schools is moving forward with an initiative to reconfigure schools in the 53206 ZIP code, creating a feeder system for North Division and Douglas, which will become a middle school.

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House of Peace mural untouched for 25 years until recent revitalization

On the Block: Grateful for small things

North Side residents hopeful Obama visit will improve voter turnout

North Division, Zablocki chosen to participate in community schools partnership

Special report: Decade-long Zilber Neighborhood Initiative changes trajectory of Lindsay Heights

Walnut Way launches ‘Lead From Where You Live’ initiative

Iconic Lindsay Heights mural restored for 18th annual Harvest Day

Skilled-trades training program qualifies city residents for construction jobs

On The Block: Art and friendship

MPS board approves plan to restructure 53206 schools, increase North Division enrollment

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