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9-26-07

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I-Witness

Milwaukee’s Number One Community Column

"Droppin' It Like It's

by B. White
Holla!

One hundred twenty-six thousand (126,000) down 115,000 to go, I-Witness touching Black people all over the city of Milwaukee, and the world one event at a time.

Black People are the First Wonder of the World...

"Until the Lion writes his own story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter."
--African proverb--

Holla-Outs

Hey, Rip Eichelberger and Mike Person over at PMAC Home Improvement. Thank you for educating me on paint. I know that Sherman Williams, which costs $100 for a five-gallon pail, is not the paint for me ... even if it is good, Holla!

Hey, Henry Sharp over at Ed’s Lounge. I am going to be stopping by soon to Holla at you!

Congratulations

Dr. Joan Prince is leading the Milwaukee delegation for Congresswoman Gwen Moore at the 2007 Congressional Black Caucus. Congratulations!

Welcome

Welcome to Milwaukee Sarone Anthony Kennedy II. Kennedy is a sports caster from the Bahamas, who is here working with Community Connections Network. He is also an international sports journalist with Jones Communications Network and he is fine my sistas, Holla! Welcome to Milwaukee Sarone!

Hey, Everett L. Marshburn, producer over at Milwaukee Public Television (MPTV). I just wanted to Holla at you as well!

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Inside This Issue

I-Witness

goes to the NAACP dinner!

Religion

Imaging a world without forgiveness

WEEKEND Edition 9-14-07

History making feat

Milwaukee Brewer slugger Prince Fielder (center about to give a high-five to teammate Jeff Jenkins during a game earlier in the week) hit back-to-back home runs Tuesday night against the St. Louis Cardinals to become the youngest player in major league history to reach 50 home runs. With a Cubs loss against the Florida Marlins Tuesday, the Brewers are just two games behind the NL Central Division Cubs. (photo by Harry Kemp)

Our Women,
Our Treasures,

Our Jewels

"Sunday Morning Prayer" by Charles Bibbs ©

Shiron Posley

by Patricia 'Flynn Pattillo

"My mother said, 'You always said you were going to be a principal,' our honoree shared. While many children waver from one interest to another, even until college years, some children know as early as toddlers exactly what they want to become. Such was the case for Our Treasure, Our Jewel, this week, Shiron Posley the newly appointed principal of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School, located on King Drive, with the African American Immersion Charter Program. Read more

In My Shoes

Barbershops: Nowadays, this community institution offers more than just a good shave and a haircut

by Barbara White
This month, I-Witness "In My Shoes" series is dedicated to the skill of barbers, as well as support for pamperers like cosmetologist, nail techs, and massages. Barbers can make very good family sustaining wages cutting hair. Read more

I-Witness Barbara White (second from left) was a barber for a day at Gee’s Clippers on Fond du Lac and Sherman. Here she poses with the shop’s staff.

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Pulse of the Community

Question of the Week: "What can older African American adults do to help elementary, middle and high school students?"

Photos and question by Harry Kemp

Mary Savage Mitchell: "Listen to our youngsters; Live the example. (To paraphrase President John F. Kennedy): Ask not what children can do for you. But what can you do for the children."	James Tisdale: "Older African American adults should become more involved with the younger generation by setting positive examples. Giving examples of what it takes to become a good citizen; emphasizing education and involving the church."
James Braggs: "The older generation should stop pointing the finger or placing the blame and start building a new and innovative outlet of positive communication. (We need to) listen to their stories. Communication is a two-way systematic approach."	Alfrieda Johnson: "Older African Americans should be mentoring all children of every age group. Helping to direct them in the right direction and giving them much love."

The Jena Six March

Protesters shine spotlight on the injustices of town

by Hazel Trice Edney--NNPA Editor-in-Chief
Washington (NNPA)--A protest march through the town of Jena, Louisiana, drew tens of thousands of protestors last week. This in spite of the good news that the Circuit Court of Appeals in Lake Charles, Louisiana, had overturned the aggravated second-degree battery conviction of imprisoned Mychal Bell of the now nationally known Jena Six. Read more

Project Ujima marks 10 years of helping to stop the cycle of violence

Project Ujima, a community program committed to stopping the cycle of violent crimes, is celebrating its 10th anniversary of helping to reduce the number of repeat victims of violence. The celebration will be held at the Medical College of Wisconsin on September 27 at 4 p.m. in the Alumni Center. Read more

Milwaukee Hosts Award-winning Civil Rights Documentary, September 29

The Wisconsin premiere of "Dare Not Walk Alone" was be held at 7:45 p.m. on Saturday, September 29, at Discovery World, as part of the Fifth Annual Milwaukee International Film Festival. Visit www.dnwa.info for details. Read more

Leaders Forum of Milwaukee to close its doors

After 10 years of servicing professionals of color in the Milwaukee community, The Leaders Forum’s governing board announced recently that it will close the doors of the organization after the African American Fund Development Institute (AAFDI) graduation ceremony in October. Read more

Surf on and listen to the prostate cancer program on journey to wellness.com

Atlanta, Georgia (BlackNews.com)—There’s a wonderful program that allows listeners to increase their awareness and understanding of prostate cancer by simply tuning in to an in-depth conversation available on the Internet right now at www.journeytowellness.com. Hear the voices of Black men, their wives and their families who’ve been touched by this devastating disease talk candidly about how they have faced and overcome the challenges of surviving prostate cancer. Read more

September 19, 2007

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MCJ WEEKEND Edition

9-14-07

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Choice credit group offers free credit repair information and services to the public

Detroit (BlackNews.com)--Choice Credit Group, a Black Owned Credit Repair Organization, announced the continuation of offering their services free nationwide. Read more

Politics 101-Part II: Do Repubicans really hate black people? ‘Some might think that they do’

by Hazel Trice Edney
Editor’s Note: In 2004, Black people voted 89 percent for the Democratic presidential candidate and 10 percent for Bush. Some pundits argue that the Democratic Party is the best hope for African Americans, given the chilling Right Wing bent of Republicans. But some of the nation’s most respected civil rights leaders say the faithfulness of Black voters is not rewarded by Democrats and not desired by Republicans. This two part series. Read more

Fall tasks for garden and landscape offered

The scent of fall is in the air and it is time to think about those chores and planning tasks that really should be done before the snow flies. Yeah--I know, it doesn’t seem like it’s time yet, but it will save a lot of time and some headaches next season. Read more

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