MCJ WEEKEND EDITION

June 2, 2006

Our Story

Pioneer Black Newspaper Publisher Dies

Soapbox

Shrill rhetoric on illegal immigration won’t help unemployed Black Americans

Overdrive!

Kick-off the summer travel season by driving smart, saving at the pump

Black author talks about need for new leadership in Black America

 

Abode

Ferrellgas offers Home Safety Tips

Concrete is becoming the most popular choice among new homebuilders; Homeowners see concrete as most sustainable

 

 

North Division commemorates 99 years of service

Three small schools continue at North Division facility

After ninety-nine years of educating students since it opened in 1907 under the banner of North Division High School, the name of the school will be retired at the end of this school year. Three MPS small high schools--Genesis, School of Humanities and Truth Institute--will continue to operate in the current facility. More

 

WEEKEND I-Witness

"Droppin' It Like It's Hot!"

Her children and grandchildren honored LaVern Ware-Gee (pictured at left wearing hat) recently. They threw a big birthday party for her. (photo by Barbara White)

Community folks celebrate birth, life and music

by Barbara White

Happy Birthday-Holla-Out

One of my favorite girls at the "Community Journal" Colleen Newsom, who always has I-Witness rollin’ on the floor in laughter. Hey girl, I feel like singing to you, Happy Birthday to You, Happy Birthday to You, Happy--- Birthday--- to You, Happy Birthday to You. I know I sounded well didn’t I? Holla! Have a great day, I love Ya! More

Parental School Choice

Black and Hispanic students see school as a tougher place to learn

 

Shiller Math Tidbit: Debunking math learning myths (You mean math isn’t taught?)

For Women Only

Survey demonstrates lack of compassionate care for Wisconsin rape victims notes Wisconsin women deserve access to comprehensive health care and information

 

Toya Washington joins Kathy Mykleby as co-anchor of WISN 12 news at 5 p.m. and 10 p.m.; Midwest native has played an important role in Channel 12’s growth

Bookshelf

Best sellers list

 

Celebrate Father’s Day with celebrated classic by Dr. Larry C. Harris, "It All Starts At Home"

Arts and Entertainment

Film Noir Review

"Over The Hedge" is fun for kids by Judy Marker, Movie Critic