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‘More important than ever’: Health care workers urge flu shots as winter months approach
Health care workers are preparing for a challenging flu season after seeing an exceptionally low number of cases last year.
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What renters and landlords need to know now that the latest ban on evictions has been lifted
Here are some things you should know now that the U.S. Supreme Court has tossed out the federal ban on evictions.
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5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: Aug. 30 to Sept. 4
Get vaccinated at MATC; learn about sickle cell disease; celebrate the Jewish Community Pantry’s new mural; visit the new gallery at Latino Arts; and meet the Educational Equity Coalition.
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‘The last thing we needed’: Mekong Café scrambles to survive after power outage
The café, located at 5930 W. North Ave., went without power for three days, causing all its food to spoil. The owners estimate they’ve lost $25,000 worth of food during the outage.
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We’ve updated our list on where you can get free food or low-cost meals
If you need food, take a look at these resources.
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UPDATE: Online application for P-EBT closes Wednesday, but you can still apply over phone or email
Parents can apply online to receive Pandemic EBT credits, or P-EBT, through Wednesday, Aug. 18. After then, they will need to apply over the phone or via email.
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OPINION: A shot at normalcy: Why I decided to get the COVID vaccine
If I can do my part to slow down the freight train that is COVID, then I am willing to take one for the team.
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Vaccination rates continue to lag in Milwaukee’s central city neighborhoods
Central city neighborhoods significantly lag behind other areas in Milwaukee County when it comes to vaccination rates, according to Milwaukee Health Department data.
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With one month to go on a grant, Next Door’s COVID-19 outreach team aims high
With a goal of 500 shots by the end of August, Milwaukee nonprofit Next Door is working to break down barriers and get the community vaccinated.