‘Bring it back’: Milwaukee residents reminisce on events long gone
Milwaukee residents share memories about events that used to occur in the city, and why they were important and want them back.
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Economic Development
Social Development Commission votes on board officers, reelects Franco in chaotic meeting
The SDC board reelected Jorge Franco as board chair and selected a vice chair, secretary and treasurer during a heated meeting Wednesday.
Education
Wisconsin immigrants can keep using clinics, Head Start and adult education, judge rules
A federal judge last week rejected a controversial rule that would have required states to check the immigration status of anyone seeking to use federally funded adult education, Head Start, community health clinics and more.
Health & WEllness
Milwaukee HVAC technician urges residents to get their furnaces inspected ahead of new season
Alvin Owen, owner and HVAC technician of Quality Air Heating and Cooling LLC, says Milwaukee residents can prepare their furnaces before winter arrives
Housing
A new chapter: South Side family celebrates adoption of four children after closing their foster care license
McKenna and Celia Olson always knew they wanted to have a family after getting married. Through Wellpoint Care Network, the couple adopted four children, bringing their bittersweet journey as foster parents to 10 kids to an end and starting their next life chapter.
Public Safety
Deadline approaching to file for a pardon from Gov. Evers
As Gov. Tony Evers prepares to leave office in January, the pardon process he reestablished may end as well. Here’s what we know and some tips on how to apply before the deadline on Oct. 5.
Arts and Recreation
5 things to know and do the week of Sept. 28
Walk and tour the National Avenue street project; watch student presentations at Escuela Verde; join the Harambee Neighborhood Improvement District’s monthly meeting; and more.