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3rd Annual “Phobruary” in Silver City Welcomes New Restaurant Alongside Old Favorites
Diners invited to experience a signature Vietnamese dish in Silver City
Feb 1st, 2016 by VIA CDC
$1 Beers Every Weekday at McKiernan’s
A classic South Side bar with cheap macro-brews, yet with Guinness and Smithwick’s.
Oct 16th, 2015 by Joey Grihalva
Layton Boulevard West Tour of Homes to Feature Attractive Homes, Homebuying Resources
$20,000 forgivable renovation loans available for certain homes
Oct 5th, 2015 by VIA CDC
Pop-Up Museum Celebrates Local Culture
A museum pops up at the Silver City International Food & Art Walk
Sep 16th, 2015 by Karen Slattery
Travel the World in One Milwaukee Neighborhood
Silver City International Food and Art Walk celebrates cultural diversity through the arts
Sep 1st, 2015 by VIA CDC
Students create intersection mural for their neighborhood and learn civic engagement
A.W.E., LBWN partner with MPS Doerfler Elementary students to create intersection mural, teach civics
May 28th, 2015 by Artists Working in Education
Student sculpture garden combines science, art
A celebration and unveiling, with presentations from students and teachers, will take place on Thursday, May 28th, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at Greenfield Bilingual School, 1711 S. 35th St.
May 15th, 2015 by Artists Working in Education
How to Grow a Non-Profit
In 16 years as head of Layton Boulevard West Neighbors, Charlotte John-Gomez grew its budget from $70,000 to more than $1 million.
May 15th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Guide to City’s Urban Gardens
Milwaukee has more than 15 urban gardens and the warm weather is coming soon.
Apr 8th, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
Charter School Leaders Say Oversight Needed
Republican plan for Milwaukee would allow high-performing charter schools to replicate without any approving authority.
Apr 7th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Zepnick Announces Run for Milwaukee City Council
South Side Democratic Legislator remains focused on improving workforce development with good paying jobs, safe and sound neighborhoods, rebuilding Milwaukee’s public infrastructure, and maintaining a strong education system.
Apr 6th, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
You, Too, Can Buy a Home
Homeownership Fair helps renters see how they can save money by buying a home.
Mar 12th, 2015 by Matthew Wisla
Big Dreams for Menomonee Valley
Second redevelopment plan for area envisions Riverwalk and food and beverage manufacturing district.
Mar 3rd, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Justin Bielinski for 8th District Alderman
Justin Bielinski of Burnham Park announced his candidacy for Alderman in Milwaukee’s 8th District.
Feb 8th, 2015 by Sup. Justin Bielinski
Santa Cycle Rampage Goes National
Milwaukee had as many as 1,000 cycling Santas, and cities like Boston, Chicago, Kansas City and Minneapolis also had rampages.
Dec 12th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
More Homes Getting Renovated in South Side Neighborhood
The non-profit Layton Boulevard West Neighbors group has awarded 95 home improvement grants.
Nov 14th, 2014 by Edgar Mendez
Donovan accepts icy challenge from Chief Flynn
Alderman vows ice bucket challenge will create big splash but ‘won’t budge a single hair’
Aug 21st, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
The Legacy of Frank Lloyd Wright
His impact on Milwaukee, and connection to other architects and cities. First of a series.
Jul 2nd, 2014 by Christopher Hillard
In Defense of Milwaukee
City is making progress on foreclosures and the report claiming 40% of mortgages are underwater is hogwash.
Jun 10th, 2014 by Josh Zepnick
Layton Boulevard West Tour of Homes to Feature Attractive Homes, Homebuying Resources
$20,000 forgivable renovation loans available for certain homes
Jun 2nd, 2014 by VIA CDC
Zilber Family Foundation, Target, City Year Service Day Brings Color, Community to MPS’ Anna F. Doerfler School
Volunteers to Paint Playground, School Hallways for May 30 TARGET: Milwaukee Matters Event
May 27th, 2014 by Zilber Family Foundation
Winners & Great Photos of 2014 Mayor’s Design Awards
From the new Pizza Man to Radio Milwaukee to Junior House Lofts, the winners span many styles and neighborhoods. Photo Galleries of every winning design.
May 21st, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Life at the Corner Stores
There are more than 300 in the city, and they are often the lifeblood of their neighborhoods.
Apr 25th, 2014 by Brendan O’Brien
Meet the Graduates of Bike Intern Program
South Side non-profit teaches high school kids mobile bike repair and customer service.
Apr 24th, 2014 by Kelly Meyerhofer
Operation Alley Cat initiative launches Wednesday
Pilot project will outfit selected alleys with surveillance cameras
Apr 22nd, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
The Resistible Rise of Public Art
More and more of it is scattered about the city. But how much of it does anyone actually like?
Mar 21st, 2014 by Tom Bamberger
Program Gives Renters Chance to Buy Foreclosed Homes
South Side non-profit rehabs vacant homes and sets up rent-to-own deals.
Mar 20th, 2014 by Karen Slattery
The Pho Capital of Milwaukee
Silver City restaurants are serving Pho at a reduced price to celebrate Asian culture in a revitalized neighborhood.
Feb 26th, 2014 by Mrinal Gokhale
Frigid Weather Endangers Animals
Stray cats and dogs may suffer hypothermia, frostbite, swollen footpads and other ailments, animal shelters and hospitals find.
Feb 6th, 2014 by Karen Slattery
“Phobruary” heats up the Milwaukee Dining Scene in February
Diners invited to experience a signature Vietnamese dish in Silver City
Feb 3rd, 2014 by VIA CDC
The House With No Energy Costs
Renovation of foreclosed South Side duplex equips it with solar and other upgrades, now has no energy bill.
Jan 17th, 2014 by Maria Corpus
Zilber Family Foundation Awards $25,000 to Ronald Reagan IB High School Music Department
Community Partnerships, Student Performance Opportunities Instrumental In Program Success
Jan 16th, 2014 by Zilber Family Foundation
Three More Neighborhoods Will Get City Loans
Pulaski Park, St. Joseph’s and Martin Drive neighborhoods now eligible for TIN loan program to increase property values and owner occupancy.
Jan 7th, 2014 by Brendan O’Brien
The History and Future of Santa Rampage
Could event become a victim of its own success? Organizers consider changes in format.
Dec 6th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Santa Cycle Rampage Rocks Out
The English Beat flew in from Britain to play and the turnout was great.
Dec 5th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
The New Non-Profit Kingpins
As SDC declines, groups like Community Advocates and Next Door are on the rise.
Dec 3rd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Can Art Transform a Neighborhood?
Art work in Burnham Park, one of four art pieces created as part of the Typeface project, gets good marks from residents.
Nov 12th, 2013 by Andrea Waxman
MPS Funding Continues to Decline
Loss of 19,000 students since 2003 and recent decline in its charter schools pushes revenue downward.
Oct 29th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez
Dan Adams
How a former Peace Corps worker became a neighborhood organizer on the South Side.
Sep 9th, 2013 by Tracey Pollock
Travel the World in One Milwaukee Neighborhood
Silver City International Food and Art Walk celebrates cultural diversity through the arts
Sep 3rd, 2013 by VIA CDC
Artists Sought for Silver City International Food and Art Walk
2nd annual event celebrates cultural diversity through the arts
Aug 19th, 2013 by VIA CDC
Operation Harden the Target aims to help cut crime in near south side area
News conference set for Monday, July 1st at the Burnham Park Pavilion
Jun 28th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
A South Side Tour of Homes
Sponsored by BMO Harris Bank, it showed potential homeowners the charms of three South Side neighborhoods.
Jun 19th, 2013 by Maggie Quick
Blustery Bob Donovan’s Bungalow
The cranky South Side alderman has a modest, pleasant little home.
Jun 14th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Deadline Nears for Silver City Business Plan Competition
Entrepreneurs encouraged to apply for chance to win $5,000 toward startup costs, free rent and other incentives to open business in fully-renovated commercial storefront
May 28th, 2013 by VIA CDC
Mobile Bike Hub Unveiled
It will provide bicycle parts, maintenance help, and safety lessons for three south-side neighborhoods.
May 22nd, 2013 by Dave Reid
Launch of Mobile Bike Hub to Cap Off Bike to Work Week
Hub will promote biking through workshops in South Side neighborhoods and schools
May 17th, 2013 by VIA CDC
Zilber Family Foundation Announces Three-Year Grant to UNCOM
The Zilber Family Foundation announced today that it had awarded a three-year grant in the amount of $600,000 to United Neighborhood Centers of Milwaukee.
Dec 11th, 2012 by Zilber Family Foundation
A Neighborhood On the Rise
Efforts to improve the Layton Boulevard West Neighborhood are bearing fruit.
Nov 28th, 2012 by Edgar Mendez
Home Contest is a Big Winner
Most Improved Home Contest offers $7,000 in prize money, generates $164,000 in home improvements.
Nov 20th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Doors Open to Frank Lloyd Wright
A virtual tour of Frank Lloyd Wright's American System-Built homes.
Oct 10th, 2012 by Erik Ljung
InterNational Food & Art Walk Coming to Silver City
Layton Boulevard West Neighbors and ART Milwaukee are teaming up for an InterNational Food & Art Walk along National Avenue in Milwaukee’s Silver City neighborhood on Saturday, September 8th.
Aug 8th, 2012 by VIA CDC
Milwaukee Recreation Keeps it Cool
On weekdays when the temperature is predicted to be above 85 degrees (or when the city issues a heat advisory), the Milwaukee Department of Public Works attaches industrial-strength sprinklers to the fire hydrants at seven Milwaukee Recreation playgrounds.
Jul 16th, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
Rent-to-own initiative expanding on city’s near south side
A scattered-site project on the near south side of Milwaukee to renovate and transform vacant foreclosed homes into rent-to-own single-family homes is expanding, said Alderman José G. Pérez.
Jul 13th, 2012 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Urban Husbandry is Alive and Well in Milwaukee
In Milwaukee, urban husbandry is not just a theory; it is a key component in the approach in the Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative.
Aug 10th, 2010 by Michael Schubert
Dem Challenge for Panzer Seat
The disarray of the Republican 20th Senate District has convinced the Democratic Party to field a write-in candidate for primary.
Aug 23rd, 2004 by Michael Horne
