By Elizabeth Stephens July 3, 2015 Photo by Elizabeth Stephens “‘These young men want to be a part of something so bad, they’re thirsty for some type of knowledge. They want to see an adult follow up and support them… This is not an enablement program, but an empowerment program,’ Milton said.” […]
Seeds for Thought: Community Gardening in Madison
By Jen Anderson July 3, 2015 Photos provided by Eagle Heights Community Garden It’s the transition between seasons in Madison, and gardening is on the rise. Although private gardening continues to be a viable option during these months, Madison is home to many community gardens, like Eagle Heights, that encourage healthy and […]
Local Advocate Honored with “Big of the Year” Award
July 3, 2015 Enemuoh-Trammell, center, with this year’s Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County graduating class. Enemuoh-Trammell served as speaker at the graduation ceremony. Photo by Elizabeth Stephens. “There’s a certain level of gratification that you get from working with young people. I want my Little to be totally aware of […]
New Scholarship to Provide Money and Mentors for Graduates
By Steven Potter June 26, 2015 “Mentoring is one of the most critical factors that can affect a college student’s success and our alumni are committed to helping these students make it to the finish line of college graduation,” said one of the scholarship organizers Craig Karlen. A new scholarship fund […]
Our Alders: Maurice Cheeks
By Elizabeth Stephens June 26, 2015 “We have an increasingly diverse body of individuals bringing really unique perspectives to the table… We’re seeing our elected representation mark the trends in our population. It would be a mistake to see this as just a coincidence,” he said. Among other accomplishments, Maurice […]
Culture in Exhibition: ‘Liberia at Play’ at Madison Children’s Museum
By Jen Anderson June 26, 2015 “In contrast to assumptions about Liberia following the Ebola crisis, Niggli said this exhibit offers children an opportunity to see how kids really live and play in Liberia today.” The Madison Children’s Museum features a new educational exhibit this summer called Liberia at Play, […]
“My Brother’s Keeper” Aims to Reduce Disparities, Improve Lives
By Elizabeth Stephens June 19, 2015 From left: Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney, Madison Mayor Paul Soglin and Madison Metropolitan School District Jennifer Cheatham Mayor Paul Soglin, Madison Metropolitan School Superintendent Jennifer Cheatham and Police Chief Mike Koval were among the top city officials present at a recent June 4 press conference […]
Madison Celebrates Juneteenth Day’s 150th Anniversary
By Rob Franklin June 19, 2015 Kids celebrate at last year’s Juneteenth Celebration The month of June is known as the beginning of Summer. It marks the kickoff of many festivals, concerts, games and experiences correlated with warm weather. For the African American community, June is a particularly meaningful month to celebrate. […]
100state Gains New Leadership
By Brianna Rae June 12, 2015 Brent Gerlach (left) and Greg St. Fort (right) Photo: Brianna Rae Last week, Greg St. Fort was named executive director of 100state, a gathering place where young entrepreneurs share their new startup businesses ideas and work together to help each other succeed. Taking the place […]
UW Students Turn Profits in Secondary Ticket Market
By Nathaniel Goethel June 12, 2015 Students celebrate a Badger football score at Camp Randall. Photo by Lauren Watkins “It is pretty ridiculous for the [UW] Athletic Department to offer discounted season packages to students [who have] no intention of going. It raises the price for students that could not get season […]
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