The 24-acre park, between 27th and 37th streets, is part of a $25 million revitalization project that includes the building of trails, community gardens, a venue for public art and a natural habitat for all to enjoy.
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Long-awaited Packers field opens in Mitchell Park
The Journey House Packers Field at Mitchell Park is now open. The “field of dreams” is the only NFL field in the country that is not located at an NFL facility.
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Layton Boulevard West Neighbors shows off new mobile bike hub
Layton Boulevard West residents can expect to see an experienced biker riding around the neighborhood on an adult tricycle equipped with tools and supplies to fix bicycles and educate kids about how to take care of their bikes.
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Three Bridges Park completes Menomonee Valley transformation
The last major project of the $26 million From the Ground Up initiative to connect the Valley to surrounding neighborhoods is the recently named Three Bridges Park, which opens to the public on July 20.
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Community honors professor’s memory at South Side clean-up
The Clarke Square community paid tribute to the memory of Tomás Garrett-Rosas as it prepared to clean up neighborhoods surrounding Journey House.
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Immigration reform bill historic but not perfect, advocates say
Organizers at Voces De La Frontera have been pushing for comprehensive immigration reform since the organization’s inception. That day seems to be coming closer, though advocates say the plan is far from perfect.
Posted inEconomic Development, News
Entrepreneurs sought for business plan competition
The winner of the Silver City Business Plan Competition will be awarded a cash prize, a financial incentive package including rent for a renovated National Avenue storefront and help from marketing and accounting professionals.
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Immigration reform rally-goers come home optimistic
Members of a grassroots immigrant rights group met with Wisconsin lawmakers and attended a massive National Rally for Citizenship on the west lawn of the Capitol.
Posted inHousing, News
Harrison Avenue TIN seeks more loan applicants
Homeowners and investors in the Harrison Avenue Targeted Investment Neighborhood can apply for zero-interest home rehabilitation loans that are partially forgivable, but few have done so.
Posted inHealth and Wellness, News
Thousands of pounds of free food distributed to Clarke Square residents
The need for health services and food is great in Clarke Square. Clarke Square Neighborhood Initiative and Molina Health Care recently partnered to address both problems.