After being closed for 4 months, the Holton Youth Center (510 E Burleigh) will reopen on December 28, thanks to a new partnership with COA Youth & Family Centers. Youth throughout the Riverwest and Harambee neighborhoods will have a safe and supportive place to go with COA providing after school and summer teen (ages 13-19) […]
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On the Block: Street dreams
Sylvester Rucker is concerned about the condition of the streets in his neighborhood.
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Lindsay Heights Lens: The Rebels behind the cameras
The final Neighborhood Lens gallery from the Running Rebels Youth Advisory Council turns the camera around, taking a look at the young photographers in the field who explored the Lindsay Heights neighborhood.
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Meet therapist Zelodius Morton, ‘role model’ for at-risk girls
Borchert Field resident Zelodius Morton, a psychotherapist with a passion for making her community healthier, safer and more compassionate, is addressing sex trafficking and families of murder victims, among other issues.
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On the Block: School integration
Jonathan Groves, who dropped out near the end of 10th grade, talks about his experience at Bay View High School.
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Lindsay Heights Lens: Neighborhood Strengths
In its third Neighborhood Lens gallery, the Running Rebels Youth Advisory Council continues its exploration of Lindsay Heights. These photographs highlight neighborhood strengths as interpreted by Running Rebels members.
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MKE Plays initiative moves to Snail’s Crossing Park in Riverwest
Resident-led planning sessions for Snail’s Crossing, the latest park to be rehabilitated as part of the MKE Plays initiative, began with a meeting in Riverwest.
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Lindsay Heights Lens: Neighborhood Improvement
This is the second of four Neighborhood Lens galleries exploring the many sides of Lindsay Heights by the Running Rebels Youth Advisory Council. The gallery highlights neighborhood improvements the photographers see in the neighborhood.
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On the Block: Son of a preacher man
Ray Simpson, 21, has been playing the organ since he was 6 at his father’s church, where he has developed a strong sense of faith.
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County Senior Nutrition Program serves up more than just food
The Milwaukee County Senior Nutrition Program fills nutritional, emotional and health needs for local seniors.