Since early in the pandemic, we’ve kept in touch with a group of essential workers, asking them to share, in their words, what working during the time of COVID-19 has been like for them.
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Causey’s Career Corner: Here are 10 ways to ace your virtual interview
With more and more employers interviewing virtually, here are 10 tips for performing well on screen.
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NNS news brief: MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary seeks volunteers
The MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary has more work than it can manage, and it’s looking for more volunteers.
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The NNS coronavirus update for the week of Nov. 30: Council OKs steep fees for businesses; Sixteenth Street opens 2 new winterized tents
From bigger fines for businesses that violate COVID-19 protocols to the opening of winterized tents for testing and follow-up care, here’s what you need to know this week.
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Community businesses plan for a virtual Black Friday
Despite the pandemic, neighborhood businesses are preparing for the busiest shopping season of the year — but it will look a lot different in 2020.
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STRONG mental health program for youth plans move to Holton Youth and Family Center
Youth psychotherapy program plans to increase enrollment following a move to Holton Youth and Family Center next year.
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The NNS coronavirus update for the week of Nov. 23: How to stay safe on Thanksgiving and how to honor public health workers
With Thanksgiving around the corner, officials are urging people to reconsider plans for large gatherings. Here’s what you need to know this week.
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As drug overdose deaths soar, advocates fight uphill battle
Milwaukee County is nearing a record number of drug overdose deaths in 2020. Here are some of the groups working to stop the troubling surge.
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A Milwaukee County program has prevented over 1,000 evictions. But as 2021 approaches, money’s running out.
Milwaukee County’s eviction prevention program is facing a scarcity of funding, as money from the CARES Act dwindles when agencies need it the most.
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Milwaukee sees decrease in lead testing during pandemic
The number of lead tests performed in the city is down this year, as the health community works to continue services hampered by the pandemic.