Deutsche in Milwaukee: New book explores the city's old German ...
WEBMar 27, 2021 · There has been a wave of interest in recent years to uncover and uplift diverse voices from Milwaukee’s bygone eras. The efforts by enthusiasts and historians have sought to preserve those past stories as a way to understand how the early city was formed, and the social influences that led to what Milwaukee is today.
Wisconsin National Guard turns 185: From territorial militia to a ...
WEBMar 5, 2022 · Henry Dodge, governor of what was then the Wisconsin Territory — a swath of land consisting of all of current Wisconsin, Iowa and Minnesota, along with roughly two-thirds of North Dakota and one-third of South Dakota — commissioned Morgan L. Martin of Green Bay as a captain and the commander of the Green Bay Rangers, a volunteer company of mounted riflemen.
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WEBMay 4, 2024 · by Lee Matz. In the heart of Fukushima Prefecture remains silent and haunting reminders of a tragedy that reverberated around the world more than a decade ago. The catastrophic events following the earthquake and tsunami on March 11, 2011, led to the worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl. May 11, 2024.
New federal study highlights Milwaukee and ... - Milwaukee …
WEBNov 18, 2021 · The Midwest Regional Rail Planning Study mapped out the most promising routes for development over the next 40 years. Madison and Milwaukee stood out to planners as critical links for the success of a line connecting Chicago to the Twin Cities.
Art lovers will remain unaware of Milwaukee's Black artists until …
WEBSep 27, 2020 · Over the years, I and other African American artists in Milwaukee have been approached countless times by people, particularly from the white community, wanting to help Black artists or to increase diversity in the arts community or to help the Black community in general.
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WEBPart of the mission of the Milwaukee Independent is to make the news a source of inspiration, particularly with our focus on story driven photojournalism. These editorial cartoons continue that effort by using an illustrated format to explore different aspects of self-identity and community building in Milwaukee. All.
Milwaukee residents hold vigil by City Hall to demand an end of …
WEBMar 19, 2021 · Milwaukee residents gathered with community and religious leaders outside City Hall on March 18 to mourn the women killed during the mass shootings at several Atlanta-area spas, and demand an end to violence and hatred against Asian Americans. The “Standing Up Against Anti-Asian Violence” vigil was organized by …
Ceremony honoring 30th anniversary ... - Milwaukee Independent
WEBOct 24, 2021 · Milwaukee County leaders, Vietnam veterans and their families, and members of the public gathered at Veterans Park along Lake Michigan on October 23 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Southeast Wisconsin Vietnam Veterans Memorial’s dedication.
Anti-Displacement Funds program offers Milwaukee …
WEBJan 22, 2021 · When property taxes increase, the likelihood of displacement does as well. This reality is all too familiar to those who live in Milwaukee neighborhoods such as Halyard Park, Harambee, Brewer’s Hill, and Walker’s Point.
Milwaukee Notebook: The 1879 scandal over ... - Milwaukee …
WEBJul 30, 2021 · Initially reported by the Milwaukee Sentinel, the accusations were so serious that the then-governor of Wisconsin, William E. Smith, directed the State Board of Charities and Reform to conduct an investigation.After a month of hearings in Milwaukee and sworn testimony from one-hundred and forty-five witnesses, the board found ample evidence of abusive treatment and unsafe food but also ...
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