Some pandemic-related changes could transform FoodShare and other solutions to hunger — if the policies survive expiration dates and the state’s political divide.
5 things to know and do the weekend of July 22
Help survey the condition of houses in Amani; visit CirculateMKE at Alice’s Garden; get free school supplies at South Division; eat a locally grown meal to benefit Full Circle Healing Farm; and demolish a car and fundraise for Sojourner Family Peace Center.
NNS Spotlight: How a program from the United Community Center empowers families to care for loved ones with memory loss
The United Community Center offers caregiver training in Spanish for families of people with memory loss.
Research project seeks to find out why people of color are underrepresented in clinical trials
A scientist with Advocate Aurora Research Institute is heading a research project aimed at addressing racial inequalities in clinical trials.
5 things to know and do this week in Milwaukee July 18 to July 22
Paint and play in Metcalfe Park; pick up food vouchers if you’re an eligible senior; go to movie night at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society; meet the application deadline for a paid virtual IT bootcamp at MATC; and help repaint the “Floración” neighborhood mural.
5 things to know and do the weekend of July 15
Listen to music on the Beerline; check out an auto repair class for women from MATC; visit Urbal Tea for a unique pop-up shop; learn about the Underground Railroad and its ties to Lindsay Heights; and attend a citywide COVID-19 vigil organized by the Milwaukee Muslim Women’s Coalition.
Organizations step up investments in minority-led Milwaukee businesses
It’s no secret: Some Milwaukee communities suffer from a lack of business investment that create opportunities – and several organizations are trying to do something about it.
Public Allies CEO lays off employees, citing ‘restructuring’ needs, but alumni call move retaliation
Public Allies, a national nonprofit based in Milwaukee, laid off dozens of employees without warning. Alumni accuse the organization of retaliating against those who questioned leadership.
Could new naloxone medication help stem overdose deaths in Milwaukee?
As drug overdose deaths continue to afflict Milwaukee County, the makers of Zimhi say their medication is more effective in treating opioid fatalities than others on the market.
NNS Spotlight: A love for data and a love for service: Victor Amaya’s journey
Victor Amaya, president and executive director of Data You Can Use, hopes to empower communities by using data to understand their shortcomings and to celebrate their accomplishments.
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