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Heritage of Forest Home Cemetery recognized in Proclamations

Forest Home Cemetery held its first burial in 1850 and has laid nearly 1,000 Civil War Veterans to rest throughout its grounds, the second highest number of Civil War Veterans among all Wisconsin Cemeteries. Sunday, June 12, 2016 saw two official honors given to Forest Home Cemetery, in recognition of its history and service to the community. The unveiling of a marker from the Milwaukee County Historical Society was the result of efforts by descendants of veterans who fought for Wisconsin during America’s most costly conflict. “Forest Home Cemetery has earned the designation as an official Milwaukee Landmark and...

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Tears for Orlando during last day of PrideFest

Editor’s Note: This feature is a follow-up to our original PrideFest coverage that was produced before the Orlando tragedy, but held for publication until the three-day festival was over. In view of that terrible event, the Milwaukee Independent felt it was important to release those reports as intended. The article and photo essay expressed the inner-light and happiness that visitors had originally experienced at PrideFest. There will be much mourning and sadness in the days and weeks to come. But ultimately, if we give into darkness and fear then we let those who commit terrible acts like in Orlando...

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Senator Baldwin opens PrideFest with nod to Harvey Milk

PrideFest 2016 ushered in the 30th consecutive year of Milwaukee’s celebration of LGBTQ culture and community, and the 20th anniversary of the event being held at Henry W. Maier Festival Park. It is also the only PrideFest in the world to have a permanent festival location. “This milestone means so much to us, because the community has come out and supported our effort year after year,” said Jorna Taylor, member of the Milwaukee Pride Board of Directors. The honored distinction was highlighted during the opening ceremony, which featured United States Senator Tammy Baldwin as keynote speaker. Addressing the audience,...

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Photo Essay: Three decades of Pride

PrideFest 2016 ushered in the 30th consecutive year of Milwaukee’s celebration of LGBTQ culture and community, and the 20th anniversary of the event being held at Henry W. Maier Festival Park.

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