By Ana Martinez-Ortiz During the Civil Rights Movement, leaders such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and bell hooks, talked about creating a beloved community, a place based on justice and equity and where people seek understanding. Amidst the hurt and violence so often seen and depicted in the world, a beloved community can seem […]
Black History Month: A Bookstore for Milwaukee, Ashley Valentine Gets Ready to Launch Rooted MKE
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Bedtime at the Valentine household means story time. Almost every night, Ashley Valentine and her husband read to their son from a children’s graphic novel series known as Akissi. The series, written by Marguerite Abouet and Mathieu Sapin, takes place on the Ivory Coast and depicts the misadventures of Akissi, a young […]
Mayoral Candidates Johnson and Donovan Advance to General Election
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Milwaukee is one step closer to getting a new mayor after this week’s spring primary election. While seven candidates campaigned to advance to the general election, only two earned enough votes to do so. Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson and former Ald. Bob Donovan will be going head-to-head in the spring general election […]
A Tool for Parents and A Gift For Children “Magical Black Tears: A Protest Story”
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Dreams are interesting things. Some dreams escape as soon as one opens their eyes, others linger far into one’s waking hours and some remain in one’s mind long enough to come true. Such is the case with a nightmare turned dream that Decoteau J. Irby had several years ago. It was 2016, […]
Marcus Performing Arts Center Wants Everyone to Come and Enjoy the Show
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When someone hears the word violin, their first thought is probably classical music, but the music group Black Violin takes that idea and spins it on its head. The duo is made up of two classically trained musicians known as Kev Marcus and Wil B. Their style is a combination of classical […]
“Dancing Granny” Celebrates the Beauty of Community and Collaboration
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Folklore – no matter which part of the world it is from – tends to have a life of its own. While they take on new forms or iterations the message, lessons and timelessness remain the same. It’s why many of the stories and characters from way back then continue to exist […]
Milwaukee Receives $42 Million Loan To Reduce Flood Risk and Create Jobs
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Milwaukee is a city filled with historical and aging elements from its building to its infrastructures. While historical landmarks can add a bit of charm, an aging infrastructure such as its water system, is more likely to cause damage. But a recent announcement could change that. Earlier this week, the United States […]
‘No Matter What, You Can’t stop’: Milwaukeeans Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Martin Luther King Jr. Day is always a busy day in Milwaukee. For many, it is a day of reflection and celebration, a time to look back on what has been achieved, while acknowledging the work that still needs to be done. This year’s celebration included the renaming the remainder of North […]
Representation Matters: BP Gas Station Passes Ownership from One Black Female Entrepreneur to Another
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz A lot of people believe that people’s lives have seasons, Diane Stowers is one of them. For 31 years, she owned and operated the BP Gas Station located at 807 W. Atkinson Ave. And while her season as owner has come to an end, her season of mentor has just begun. Stowers […]
Love, Laughter and Civil Rights: First Stage Performs ‘The Watsons Go to Birmingham’
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Twenty-five years ago, Christopher Paul Curtis’ first book “The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963” was published. The story, narrated by middle child Kenny Watson, follows the Watson’s trip from Flint, Michigan to Birmingham, Alabama. The story begins with Kenny lying behind the couch. He recounts the events leading up the family’s […]
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