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.
Arts and Recreation
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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.
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Black Birders Week brings community together at Havenwoods State Forest
Birders and nature enthusiasts of color gathered May 30 at Havenwoods State Forest for a community celebration.
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Milwaukee’s Culture Makers highlights the creatives who are shaping our city
Muralists, chefs, drummers and other creatives of color are illuminating the pulse of their communities. We’re shining more light on them through our ongoing series.
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Nealita Nelson is building community one Lego brick at a time
After gaining national attention on Fox’s “LEGO Masters,” Milwaukee-native Nealita Nelson is using her platform to encourage creativity and community among builders of all ages.
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How one golf organization is bringing more Black people to the course
We Black We Golf has been changing the narrative of what golfing can look like for members of the Black community.
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Here are 6 free or affordable summer programs and camps for Milwaukee youths
Organizations across Milwaukee are preparing to keep students busy during summer break. Here are free and affordable programs that students can participate in.