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FashioNation Introduces Classic Crafting to Milwaukee’s Youth

As Darla Shanae demonstrates how to measure an arm hole on one of her Milwaukee Academy of Science students, another raises her hand and chimes in.  “Ms. Darla, what’s this spot?” she asks pointing to the lower half of a silhouette body on a measurement sheet. “Ummmm…are you talking about the groin?” Shanae asks, while […]

FashioNation Introduces Classic Crafting to Milwaukee’s Youth

As Darla Shanae demonstrates how to measure an arm hole on one of her Milwaukee Academy of Science students, another raises her hand and chimes in.  “Ms. Darla, what’s this spot?” she asks pointing to the lower half of a silhouette body on a measurement sheet. “Ummmm…are you talking about the groin?” Shanae asks, while […]

Hip Hop DNA Volume 1 Displayed the Real and Diverse Milwaukee

For far too long people have used the term “this is Milwaukee” without it being true. The real Milwaukee is not only the nicer sides of the city or a few people of color in the room. The real Milwaukee is the creativity, drive and diversity that flows from the far North side to the […]

Hip Hop DNA Volume 1 Displayed the Real and Diverse Milwaukee

For far too long people have used the term “this is Milwaukee” without it being true. The real Milwaukee is not only the nicer sides of the city or a few people of color in the room. The real Milwaukee is the creativity, drive and diversity that flows from the far North side to the […]

A Goodman’s Desserts is Rev-Up MKE’s Fourth Annual Winner

When first starting his business: “A Goodman’s Desserts”, Alan Goodman reached out to established small business owners for advice and support. According to Goodman, their support—specifically from the Black community—has lead him to be this year’s fourth annual Rev-Up MKE winner. “The African American small business owner community has been extremely supportive,” said Goodman. “I […]

SayWerd Clothing Goes Vintage

Benny Tralongo was 20 years old when he became a single parent to his daughter. He was forced to quickly grow up. “I had to give up a lot of kid stuff,” said Tralongo. “But I didn’t want to forget about it.” Now, it’s years later and Tralongo is not only the father of his […]

A Goodman’s Desserts is Rev-Up MKE’s Fourth Annual Winner

When first starting his business: “A Goodman’s Desserts”, Alan Goodman reached out to established small business owners for advice and support. According to Goodman, their support—specifically from the Black community—has lead him to be this year’s fourth annual Rev-Up MKE winner. “The African American small business owner community has been extremely supportive,” said Goodman. “I […]

Acknowledging Health Through Film at Milwaukee’s First Minority Health Film Festival

Before the age of 18, did you have a parent or another adult in your household that often swore at you, insult you, put you down, or humiliate you? Have you ever lived with anyone who’s had troubles with alcohol or drugs? You don’t have to answer these questions, these are just similar questions that […]

Acknowledging Health Through Film at Milwaukee’s First Minority Health Film Festival

Before the age of 18, did you have a parent or another adult in your household that often swore at you, insult you, put you down, or humiliate you? Have you ever lived with anyone who’s had troubles with alcohol or drugs? You don’t have to answer these questions, these are just similar questions that […]

Von Alexander Pays Homage to Black Milwaukee Women in New Music Video “Solange”

Yesterday, Von Alexander held a premiere party for the release of his latest video “Solange”, which he says is his most anticipated piece of work to date. Yet, the making of the song Solange wasn’t planned. He wrote the song during the same time Solange dropped her fourth studio album, “When I Get Home”. Her […]

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