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Wechlo sets shot put record as Milwaukee leads Horizon League Championships

Milwaukee's women's track and field team showcased strong performances at the Horizon League Outdoor Track & Field Championships. Tabitha Wechlo set a new program record in the shot put with a throw of 15.33 meters, surpassing the previous record by nearly half a meter. Her achievement secured her first place in the event.

MPS Hamilton junior wins button-design contest for First Nations Studies College Access Program

MPS Hamilton junior, Keira Kilp, has emerged as the winner of the button-design contest for the First Nations Studies College Access Program. Keira, a junior at Hamilton High School, crafted a unique design that now adorns the buttons worn by students in the program. Her creation was unveiled at the program's end-of-year field trip on April 18.Keira's design, featuring a raised fist with feathers and the words "Still Here," was inspired by her passion for working with linoleum. Describing her process, Keira expressed, "I love working with linoleum. It’s fun. It’s like...

Richards leads decathlon sweep as Milwaukee excels at Horizon League Championships

Liam Richards led a dominant performance by the Milwaukee men's track and field team at the Horizon League Championships in Rochester. Richards secured first place in the decathlon with 6332 points, placing him eighth on Milwaukee's all-time list.

How many companies in cities across Waukesha County received FDA citations in April?

There was one company in a city associated with Waukesha County that received FDA citations as a result of one inspection conducted in the county in April, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Milwaukee Panthers add three new players to men's basketball roster

Danilo Jovanovich, TJ Robinson, and Jamichael Stillwell have signed with the Milwaukee men's basketball team for the 2024-25 season, according to head coach Bart Lundy.

Milwaukee athletes secure podium finishes at Horizon League Championships

The Milwaukee track and field team achieved notable success on the first day of the Horizon League Outdoor Track & Field Championships at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. The team secured three top-three finishes.

Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin Center wins best new sports facility award

Opened in July 2023, the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin Center (OHOW Center) is a 16,000-square-foot addition to the Klotsche Center & Pavilion at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. It primarily serves the Panthers men's and women's basketball programs. The facility includes a full-sized basketball court, a strength and conditioning center, a video/film room, an auxiliary sports medicine and treatment center, and a student-athlete lounge.

Record Number of MPS Students and Schools to Perform in Cantos de las Américas on May 10

About 390 students from 20 MPS schools will be participating in Cantos de las Américas, a musical tribute to education and a celebration of cultures, on Friday, May 10, at the Marcus Performing Arts Center in downtown Milwaukee. This year marks the largest participation ever in the event that has been honoring the diverse cultural backgrounds of Milwaukee Public Schools students since 1990.Dr. Rocío Trejo, MPS Bilingual Curriculum Specialist, highlighted the significance of the event, stating, “Cantos de las Américas serves to showcase the identity and culture of MPS...

How many companies were inspected by the FDA in cities located in Waukesha County in April?

There was one company in a city associated with Waukesha County that received an FDA inspection in April, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Companies across Washington County cities saw 2 FDA citations in April

There was one company in a city associated with Washington County that received FDA citations as a result of one inspection conducted in the county in April, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Sen. Johnson Leads Letter Demanding Biden Reject “Unacceptable” WHO Agreements

U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and the entire Senate Republican conference have sent a letter to President Biden urging him to withdraw support for two international agreements being considered at the World Health Assembly. The letter expresses concerns about granting more authority to the World Health Organization (WHO) and potentially weakening United States sovereignty. In the letter, the senators stated, "Some of the over 300 proposals for amendments made by member states would substantially increase the WHO’s health emergency powers and constitute intolerable...

MPS Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Community Events

MPS students and staff are coming together to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, observed throughout May. The community is invited to join the Asian Heritage Community Celebration at South Division High School, where performances and cultural showcases will take place.The Asian Heritage Community Celebration at South Division High School, located at 1515 W. Lapham Blvd, is a platform for students and families to come together. The event will feature various performances including dancing, singing, live music, and a fashion show starting at 6:00...

Registration opens for Milwaukee Recreation's summer activities

Milwaukee Recreation has announced the opening of registration for its summer activities, offering a diverse range of programs for all ages and abilities. As stated by Milwaukee Recreation, "Milwaukee Recreation provides fun and affordable activities for all ages and abilities." The department encourages participants to explore the wide array of programs available, including aquatics, cooking, fitness, outdoor education, music, martial arts, sports leagues & activities, and more.Emphasizing their commitment to inclusivity, Milwaukee Recreation stated, "Milwaukee...

Milwaukee Athletics releases new PounceCast episode featuring coach Andrew Basler

The latest episode of the "PounceCast," a podcast providing insights into Milwaukee Panther Athletics, is now available. Hosted by Matt Menzl, the show offers listeners an opportunity to hear from key figures within the Panther community.

432 coaches at institutions in Milwaukee County earned $89,426 on average in 2022

The average coaching salary at Marquette University, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Milwaukee County, was $330,219, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Block and Cotton named top track athletes by Horizon League

Milwaukee Track & Field athletes Natalie Block and Golden Cotton have been named the 2024 Alfreeda Goff Outdoor Track & Field Athletes of the Year, as announced by the Horizon League Office. This recognition marks the tenth and eleventh occasions that a Milwaukee athlete has received this honor, with Austin Wallace being the most recent winner in 2022. Cotton joins Wallace, Durell Busby, Tyler Bucholz, Nick Gretz, and Nick Davis in achieving this distinction. Meanwhile, Block joins Melissa Kirchoff, Holly Nearman, and Tenia Fischer.

Sen. Johnson Joins 34 Senators in Demanding Biden Stop Plan to Accept Gazan Refugees