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Sponsored – Soul of a Nation: An American Portrait
Two works, separated by generations, explore the ideals, contradictions, and evolving identity of America.

Tom Tiffany campaign blocks Journal Sentinel reporters from event
Tom Tiffany’s campaign barred Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporters from a campaign event, two days after the Republican candidate for governor said he supported an open press and would allow reporters to attend.

12 Wisconsin Prisoners Make Their Case For Commutation
New advisory board tasked by Governor with reviewing inmates for potential release.

Post From Community: Four Seasons Learning Center
Four Seasons provides a safe, caring, and engaging environment where children experience quality learning through play.

Post From Community: Latest investments bring Northwestern Mutual’s total giving to $75M to advance childhood cancer treatments and cures
Northwestern Mutual, through its Foundation, today announced a new commitment to support families affected by childhood cancer and strengthen the financial resilience of healthcare professionals who care for them. The post Post From Community: Latest investments bring…

Rising Borrowing Costs Squeeze Wisconsin Cities, But Tax Hit Stays Modest
Brookfield’s $40 million police station plan shows how a volatile bond market reshapes local budgets.

City Shutters 59 Apartments Tied To Indicted Landlord Sam Stair
DNS cites tampered electrical systems, failed fire safety and life-threatening risks at two Near West Side buildings.
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Drop off your old and unused household hazardous waste at our Wauwatosa Drop-Off Center, 11100 W. Walnut Rd. (Enter off Watertown Plank Rd. on 113th St.), mobile collection location Sept. 26 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. MKE County Residents Only

Kids, teens and parents can find their voices through literacy at this free family-friendly event on Saturday
Together We Create 4 Kids is teaming up with Raising our Village and other organizations for a literacy empowerment event at North Division High School this weekend that includes workshops for all ages and an opportunity to receive a free laptop.

Weekend Preview: Harbor Fest Invites You To Celebrate Milwaukee’s Waterways
Plus: Bay View Gallery Night and Doors Open Milwaukee.

5 things to know and do the weekend of Sept. 25
Shop a pay-what-you-can produce market; explore the history of the Hills Building; share your thoughts on food and healthcare access in Milwaukee County; and more.

Opinion: Why we chose farming, and why we’re inviting Milwaukee to grow with us
Efueko and Marcus Landry are working to teach the benefits of regenerative farming and increase the number of Black farmers. They're hosting Beulah Fest this Saturday.