It’s official. Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded by the Bucks Monday to the Miami Heat. We’re republishing a story we wrote about him in January as a testament to the strong emotions locals feel about the man who became an icon here.
Arts and Recreation
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Here’s how you can celebrate Juneteenth in Milwaukee Friday
From festivals to exercising, Milwaukee is honoring Juneteenth in various ways. Here’s a list of local celebrations.
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Mariah Tyakohelahthè Diaz is helping carry Oneida beading traditions into the next generation
Oneida beadwork artist Mariah Tyakohelahthè Diaz celebrates her Native American identity while preserving cultural traditions through her business, Ostalókwa by Mariah.
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Summerfest kicks off Thursday: Here are the Black and Brown headliners this year
Black and Brown artists will be performing across various stages at Summerfest. Here’s a lineup of the headliners and when you can see them.
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Twilight Centers to open five days a week thanks to Safe Summer Sites initiative
Twilight Centers, which turn high schools into nightly teen recreation centers, will be open later and on more days of the week this summer in a citywide effort to give young people safe things to do.
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NFL players return to Milwaukee to support next generation of youth athletes
Milwaukee-born NFL players Eric Murray and Dare Ogunbowale came home this past weekend to pour into the next generation of youths through a football clinic, mentorship and resources.
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Here are 8 ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Milwaukee this year
From festivals to exercising, Milwaukee is honoring Juneteenth in various ways. Learn where you can find a celebration here.
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‘Making sure that everyone is included’: Milwaukee’s first accessible theater opens doors to all
The Pink Umbrella Theater Co. hires actors with disabilities and offers shows and classes to the community. This week it opened its first permanent theater on Historic Mitchell Street.
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Koren Dennison is building an intergenerational third space at My Kousin’s House
My Kousin’s House is a space focused on family literacy building. It’s activated through a series of community events meant to be fun, community building and thought provoking.
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Inside the NNS newsroom: Meet our summer intern Jake Dale
Jake Dale, a junior at Marquette University joins NNS as an intern for the summer. He covers arts and culture and faith.