From the personal to the pillars in our community, Milwaukeeans tell us why they are grateful.
Neighborhoods
Common Council close to finalizing new aldermanic and voter ward maps
Facing minimal opposition, the Milwaukee Common Council is close to establishing a new set of voter boundaries that will remain in place for the next decade.
OPINION: Milwaukee gives thanks: 3 reasons why we’re grateful in 2021
In this season of gratitude, we asked contributors to our “Community Voices” column to honor a local person, organization or institution for which they feel thankful.
Where to find meals and how to help your neighbors this Thanksgiving
Find out where you can get free meals and how you can support efforts to help your neighbors.
5 things to know and do this week in Milwaukee: Nov. 22 to 26
Walk with neighbors around the Mitchell Park Domes; attend a talk about Afghanistan; laugh your Thanksgiving meal off at Comedy75; and donate to food and diaper drives.
NNS Spotlight: Arts @ Large celebrates 20 years of making education an art form
Arts @ Large, a nonprofit education organization, has been an artistic anchor in Milwaukee for 20 years.
5 things to know and do the weekend of Nov. 19
Donate food and clothes to those in need; participate in blood drive with Milwaukee-based artists; attend a family-friendly 5k run or walk; clean up Lincoln Creek; and celebrate a local cooperative’s first anniversary
How to avoid fires and stay safe this winter
Nobody anticipates a fire happening to them. But when it comes to fire safety, one can never be too prepared. Here are some tips that can save your life.
NNS Update: From ‘banker of the underrepresented’ to the Biden administration
After spending most of his professional career serving Milwaukee communities, Joaquin Altoro says he’s excited to now move to a position with the Biden administration.
