Calvin Young, 55, talks about how he was introduced to life on the streets.
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Mayor joins neighbors for walk in Washington Park
Milwaukee Police Department ambassadors joined Mayor Tom Barrett and Washington Park residents Tuesday for a one-mile walk through Washington Park, Metcalfe Park and Martin Drive, culminating in an ice cream social. Barrett is challenging Milwaukeeans to walk 100 miles in 100 days.
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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.
Posted inCarousel, Community, Health and Wellness, Home, Neighborhoods, News, Washington Park
Rain garden to occupy lot in historic Cold Spring Park
A desire among neighbors for an outdoor gathering space is coming to fruition with the help of several stakeholders.
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On the Block: 18 years sober
Annie Davis, 61, talks about how she started using alcohol to escape a painful childhood.
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Native American group honors veterans
Flowering Tree, an organization that promotes Native American culture, held an event Saturday honoring veterans, active military members and others who serve the community at the All Nations Senior and Culture Center at 33rd and State Street.
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Dance company’s summer show addresses social issues through movement
Signature’s Safe Summer Show showcased talented performers and the social issues that they wanted to highlight through dance.
Posted inCarousel, Education, Home, Neighborhoods, News, Washington Park, West
Westside Academy II students prompt change in Washington Park community
A group of middle school students from Westside Academy II were recognized at City Hall for their actions to improve the appearance of Washington Park.
Posted inCarousel, Community, Concordia, Home, Neighborhoods, News, West
New garden will bring healthy food, green space to Concordia
Neighborhood House launched a new multi-use community garden park at the corner of West 27th Street and Richardson Place.
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On the Block: Keeping kids safe
Thomas Shaw has worked in the Concordia neighborhood for the last three years, keeping school children safe as they walk to class at the Milwaukee Chinese Language Academy at 25th Street and Wisconsin Avenue.