This is a permanent, outdoor chess table, created by Kevin Oulahan, in the pocket park at 3rd Street and Walker. The park also includes a sculpture entitled Stone Bracelet by Zoran Mojsilov. Walker’s Point historically has been home to people who work in Milwaukee’s major nearby industrial corridors. The diverse racially mixed neighborhood includes families […]
Walker Square
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UCC honors current and future leaders
The United Community Center (UCC) is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s Friends of the Hispanic Community Awards, which recognize individuals that have made immeasurable contributions to the development and well-being of the community at large. Honorees will be celebrated at UCC’s 42nd Anniversary Celebration. This year’s award recipients are The Walton Family […]
Posted inCommunity, Neighborhoods, News, South, Walker Square
Bruce Guadalupe students explore ‘Mockingbird’ with Milwaukee Rep
Eighth graders at Bruce Guadalupe Community School are working with Milwaukee Repertory Theater educators to explore the literary classic, “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
Posted inClarke Square, Community, Economic Development, Neighborhoods, News, South, Walker Square
Bilingual entrepreneurs compete for $3,000 grants
The Multicultural Entrepreneurial Institute has trained hundreds of prospective business owners since it was founded in 2006. After completing the training program, 10 entrepreneurs recently competed for $3,000 grants to start or expand their businesses.
Posted inCommunity, Neighborhoods, News, Public Safety, South, Walker Square
Centro Legal attorney serves the Milwaukee community
Jason Mishelow, senior attorney and CFO of Centro Legal, provides low-cost legal help to families who cannot afford high legal fees. Centro Legal specializes in family law cases, domestic violence issues and misdemeanor criminal offenses.
Posted inClarke Square, Community, Layton Boulevard West, Lincoln Village, Neighborhoods, News, South, Walker Square
State budget cuts lengthen commute times for south siders
Statewide cuts to public transportation and other budget concerns have led to the elimination of Route 18, which serves the Clarke Square and Layton Boulevard West neighborhoods. Reductions in bus service across the city will begin Jan. 29.
Posted inCommunity, Home, Neighborhoods, News, South, Walker Square
Bilingual legal services ‘unique’ to Centro Legal
The nonprofit Centro Legal clinic has provided free bilingual legal services for 20 years on Milwaukee’s south side. The need is particularly strong in family courts, according to Heather Ramirez, executive director.