Editor, Author at Milwaukee Independent

Celebration and renewed call for action now on MLK’s Birthday

Posted by Editor | Jan 18, 2016 |

The 32nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration, coordinated by the MLK Steering Committee, was held on Sunday, January 17, 2016 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. The program was hosted in Uihlein Hall and highlighted Milwaukee youth who interpreted Dr. King’s works through arts, speech, and writing. The only cities that have celebrated Dr. King’s Birthday annually since 1984 are Atlanta, Georgia and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The theme of this year’s program was “We Must Act Now.” “The reason I’m filled with hope is because I can go to any neighborhood in this city and...

Video: Malik Johnson tribute to MLK

Posted by Editor | Jan 18, 2016 |

A special musical solo was presented by Hip Hop Cellist Malik Johnson at the 32nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration.

Photo Essay: We Must Act Now

Posted by Editor | Jan 18, 2016 |

The 32nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration highlighted Milwaukee youth who interpreted Dr. King’s works through arts, speech, and writing.

Photo Essay: A Midwinter Night’s Dream

Posted by Editor | Jan 17, 2016 |

Hundreds of game enthusiasts attended the Midwinter Gaming Convention on January 16 at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center.

Photo Essay: After hours brew history

Posted by Editor | Jan 15, 2016 |

Images from the launch of “Brew City MKE: Craft, Culture, Community” at the Milwaukee County Historical Society on January 14.

Meagan Holman: Children and civic duty

Posted by Editor | Jan 14, 2016 |

With a track record for engaging the community, Meagan Holman talks about being a mother and balancing family with her civic duty to enrich the lives of others.