Ceso Sprewell, who lost his parents at a young age, struggled as a teen growing up in urban Milwaukee. Now 32, he has found his calling helping youth facing similar challenges.
Lindsay Heights
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Community welcomes long-anticipated changes to Johnsons Park
Stakeholders from all walks of life celebrate the groundbreaking for a $1.2 million renovation of Johnsons Park, a testament to collaboration and a symbol of the area’s renewal.
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Groundbreaking heralds major improvements to Johnsons Park
Neighbors, politicians, community organizations, and funders celebrated the power of collaboration and perseverance at the groundbreaking ceremony of Johnsons Park.
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Friendship Club provides supportive sanctuary for addicts
Members enjoy the safe and healthy social setting at the Friendship Club’s alcohol-free meeting hall on Fond du Lac Avenue.
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Collaboration, sustainability key to success of Gillespie Park
Residents near 14th and Wright played an active role in creating Gillespie Park, which city officials hope can be a blueprint for future sustainable projects.
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The Commons improves prognosis for Lindsay Heights revitalization
Residents, supporters and dignitaries celebrate what they hope will be a renaissance on North Avenue.
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Soup kitchen makeover helps ‘Mother Scott’ continue to feed the hungry
A local business celebrating its 85th anniversary outfitted the kitchen at the Scott Christian Youth Center with new equipment after the center won a competition with other local charities.
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Greater Milwaukee Foundation chooses new ‘Healthy Neighborhoods’
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation announced new neighborhoods that will be included in its Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative.
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Old pavilion bites the dust in Johnsons Park renovation
The recent demolition of a pavilion in Johnsons Park sets the stage for the final phase of its renovation.
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New St. Ann Center expected to jump start development on North Side
North Side residents will soon benefit from St. Ann Center’s intergenerational approach to health and education services for adults and children.