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Milwaukee baby coincidence; moms with same birthday give birth on same day
MILWAUKEE - It's a baby birthday bonanza at a Milwaukee hospital. Two moms recently gave birth to three baby cousins on the same day and the coincidence doesn't stop there. A familiar face in a new place like a hospital can go a long way in making someone feel comfortable.
Here are this year's Wisconsin State Fair's admission deals
MILWAUKEE — As the Wisconsin State Fair approaches, there are a handful of sponsored admission deal days for attendees to take advantage of. Here’s how to score deals to enter the fairgrounds on specific days:. Aug. 1: Piggly Wiggly $5 Day. Get into the State Fair for $5...
The RNC’s love for the Jewish people
I am back in the saddle in South Florida after attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. I had the honor of serving as a delegate from Florida for the 25th congressional district. Before the convention, I was excited to be a part of something magnificent and joyous. But never...
Know before you go: Wisconsin State Fair frequently asked questions
WEST ALLIS, Wis. — The Wisconsin State Fair is almost here. Before you grab your cream puffs, here's what you should know before you go. What items are allowed and what should I leave at home? ▼. How much are tickets? ▼. Where can I buy tickets? ▼. What...
Social media reacts to Milwaukee's 'amazing,' 'loud' 2024 Air & Water Show: photos, videos
The 2024 WaterStone Bank Air & Water Show took to the skies over Milwaukee's lakefront last weekend, featuring performances from loud and impressive aircraft and watercraft. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds in their F-16 Fighting Falcons headlined the show after a five-year hiatus. The show also included performances from the U.S. Army...
Key Reads – Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Governor Evers announced the firm that will take a look at just how messed up the books at MPS really are. However, it remains unknown how much the audit will cost or when the findings will be released to the public. Gov. Evers Announces MGT Consulting of America Selected to...
Milwaukee is Yelling “Timber”
MILWAUKEE – The Ascent in Milwaukee’s East Town neighborhood is currently the tallest mass timber building in the world, with competition looming on the horizon. But all this talk about timber might have you wondering, why the switch from concrete? And is there an increased fire risk involved?
Wisconsin’s Oldest Cemetery Has a Beautiful Origin Story
Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Wisconsin, the oldest cemetery in the state whispers stories of bygone eras, its ancient gravestones weathered by time yet standing as silent sentinels to the past. Amid the tall, whispering grasses and century-old oaks, the spirits of early settlers seem to linger, their tales...
Excitement and caution about Milwaukee's new planned building, that'd be the tallest in the state
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee's skyline could look very different in a few years. Last week, the city announced it had chosen The Neutral Project to develop the Marcus Center for Performing Arts parking garage. Their plan is a mass timber building that is over 50 stories tall. The plan would...
Wisconsin has one of the highest-attended state fairs in the country, survey finds
The Wisconsin State Fair is gearing up to welcome thousands of visitors starting Aug. 1 in West Allis. The fair, which runs through Aug. 11 this year, regularly lands among the highest attended state fairs across the country. But, if you're wondering which one is the best, well "of course it's Wisconsin...
Mayor Johnson wants more housing. Some Milwaukeeans say he's not listening to them
A plan from Mayor Cavalier Johnson's administration to encourage more housing development by changing Milwaukee's zoning rules is being opposed by some central city residents who say City Hall isn't listening to them. And that claim has a racial overtone, with people from largely Black neighborhoods criticizing what they call a "white-led" community...
Free Milwaukee event promotes community involvement, fellowship
MILWAUKEE - A free event in Milwaukee's Amani neighborhood brought people together Saturday to promote community involvement and fellowship. Faith Temple Cogic, near 25th and Center, hosted the event. It offered food, activities and health resources for those who attended. "As a Black teenager – kids dying each day, teenagers...
Lance Sijan – Namesake of the Lance Sijan Award
Lance Sijan was born to Sylvester and Jane Sijan in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His father, who owned a restaurant, was of Serbian ancestry; his mother was an Irish American. Lance was the eldest of three children.[2] On the night of November 9, 1967, on his 52nd combat mission over North Vietnam. Sijan’s F-4C was engulfed in a ball of fire and plunged into the jungle. Sijan managed to eject. In the first rescue attempt over twenty aircraft were damaged. Sijan, refusing to put other aviators in danger, insisted on crawling into the jungle and having a penetrator lowered by the helicopter. Para-Jumpers were sent to carry him. However, the helicopter crew could not spot him in the jungle and after 33 minutes the rescue team had to withdraw. Search efforts continued the next day, but they were called off. And he was placed on MIA status. Sijan had suffered multiple injuries, was without food, with very little water, and no survival kit; nevertheless, he evaded enemy forces for 46 days (all the time scooting on his back down the rocky limestone karst on which he landed, causing more injuries). He was captured by the North Vietnamese on Christmas Day, 1967. Emaciated and in poor health, he still managed to overpower his guard and escape, but was recaptured several hours later.
West Milwaukee: Where to eat, drink, stay, shop and give back
Spanning a mere 1.12 square miles in the heart of Milwaukee County, the village of West Milwaukee is home to thousands of residents (roughly 4,000), hundreds of businesses ranging from indie to industrial, three parks and one tight-knit community. West Milwaukee’s Roots. West Milwaukee has changed tremendously in the...
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