North Side artist Evelyn Patricia Terry curates ‘little gem’ gallery

April 18, 2018 by Sydney Czyzon, Jenny Whidden and Grace Connatser 2 Comments

Evelyn Patricia Terry showcases artwork in her home art gallery, but despite her past international success, she lacks funding for much-needed renovations.

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Slam poetry competition offers opportunity for teens’ voices to be heard

March 19, 2018 by Rachel Kubik Leave a Comment

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Six teens from Milwaukee high schools were selected by a team of judges to travel to Houston for the Brave New Voices final competition in July.

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Male MPS students inspired by ‘Black Panther’ themes of positivity, unity

March 15, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker 3 Comments

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Boys from seven area middle and high schools attended a special showing of “Black Panther,” followed by a reflection session, where they discussed how the film applies to their lives.

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Ernie Haines wants to put Wisconsin ‘on the map’ in boxing

March 12, 2018 by Dean Bibens Leave a Comment

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Ernie Haines started teaching a self-defense class six years ago because his child was being bullied. Before he knew it, he was running one of the top boxing organizations in Wisconsin for professional fighters.

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Riverwest 24 bike ride strives to create ‘feeling of togetherness’

February 19, 2018 by Dean Bibens Leave a Comment

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For 24 hours each year, the Riverwest 24 bike ride transforms 4.5 miles of public streets into a rolling community-building experience.

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MHSA senior wins national YoungArts award for jazz singing

February 9, 2018 by Rachel Kubik Leave a Comment

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Princess Vaulx, a senior at Milwaukee High School of the Arts, won a merit award from the National YoungArts Foundation for vocal jazz.

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AWE provides opportunity for student artists to ‘feel successful and connected’

February 5, 2018 by Rachel Kubik Leave a Comment

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Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Artists Working in Education has successfully connected artists with community members and more than 60,000 youth to create large and small pieces of art.

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