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City Hall
A Record Year For Honorary Street Names
Pastors, community leaders, mathematicians and former politicians are being recognized.
Aug 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Hall
N. 24th Street To Be Renamed For Lester Carter
Street name in Amani neighborhood to honor noted Black pharmacist.
Oct 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Dr. Lester Carter, a Community Anchor for 47 Years
He says he's "just the community druggist," but he's much more than that.
Jul 2nd, 2021 by Damia S. Causey
Op Ed
Local Black History You Should Know
Including Marvin Pratt, Heal the Hood and the Young, Black & Opinionated podcast.
Feb 20th, 2021 by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
City Streets
25 Streets Have Added Honorary Names
Since 2005, honorary signs for James Cameron, Don Sykes, Mae Elizabeth Dey, many others.
May 11th, 2020 by Carl Baehr
City-Wide Cleanup Targets Neighborhoods
Big Clean MKE sponsored by the city, two non-profits, gathers volunteers at four locations.
Sep 3rd, 2018 by Sarah Lipo
“Dr. Carter” Gets Honorary Street Sign
Beloved pharmacist, drug store owner for 50 years, gets sign on 24th and Burleigh.
May 23rd, 2018 by Jenny Whidden
