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Valuation: Pricing for the median home in Milwaukee County increased in April 2024 compared to April 2023

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 12, 2024

In April, the median sale price of a home in Milwaukee County rose by $28,900 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 16.8%.

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Which former Milwaukee City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 12, 2024

This former Milwaukee City Wire area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.

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Milwaukee City Wire area weekly mass times

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 11, 2024

The following parishes in the Milwaukee City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Byron Kilbourn Elementary's veteran teachers share over 300 years of experience

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 11, 2024

Teacher Appreciation Week, observed annually in May, serves as a reminder of the enduring impact teachers have on their students. While the national average length of service for a teacher at one school is eight years, Byron Kilbourn Elementary School in Milwaukee's northwest side presents a different picture. Eleven teachers at this K3-5 school boast over 300 years of combined teaching experience, most of which has been accrued at Kilbourn.

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Milwaukee athletes shine at Eagle Open ahead of NCAA West Preliminary Rounds

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 10, 2024

A group of Milwaukee track and field athletes participated in the Eagle Open held in La Crosse, Wisconsin, where they secured victories in three events and achieved podium placements in four additional categories.

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Ana Báez honored as Wisconsin Teacher of the Year 2024-25

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 10, 2024

Ana Báez, a bilingual school counselor at South Division High School, has been recognized for her dedication to serving young people and their families. Her commitment to her work led the state Department of Public Instruction to honor her as a Wisconsin Teacher of the Year for 2024-25. This prestigious award is given to only five teachers out of thousands in the state each year.

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Report: Jewish left-wing activist Soros funding tent city at University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 9, 2024

Pro-Palestine protests at University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee is one of several demonstrations on college campuses across the country, with student groups organizing encampments, protests, and demonstrations at their schools in an attempt to force the universities and colleges to divulge and divest from any connections that benefit Israel.

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Three Milwaukee High School seniors win DownBeat Magazine awards

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 9, 2024

Three students from the Milwaukee High School of the Arts Vocal Jazz Ensemble have been honored in one of the nation's most prestigious student competitions, DownBeat Magazine’s Student Music Awards. The three seniors, their respective awards, categories, and winning songs are as follows: Akira Harris, winner in the blues/pop/rock soloist category with “Ain’t No Sunshine,” by Bill Withers, and “All I Ask,” by Adele; Lily Elon Edmond, recipient of an outstanding performance award in the blues/pop/rock soloist category with “What Was I Made for,” by Billie Eilish, and “Before I...

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Iron Tiger Triathlon continues tradition at Riverside University HS Community Center

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 9, 2024

Milwaukee Recreation is maintaining its end-of-school-year tradition at Riverside University High School Community Center with the Iron Tiger Triathlon. The event is scheduled for June 1 along Milwaukee's east side on the Milwaukee River Bike Trail. This triathlon offers a friendly competition for individuals attempting their first race or those looking to add another contest to their racing portfolio. The primary aim of this event is to foster a robust community and support Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation.

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Milwaukee Panthers ready for Eagle Open after strong conference performance

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 9, 2024

The Milwaukee Panthers track and field team is preparing to compete at the Eagle Open, hosted by La Crosse this Friday. The event will start at 3:00 PM with the women's javelin and continue into the evening, concluding with the men's 400m at 7:00 PM.

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National School Nurse Day Celebrated with Gratitude Toward MPS School Nurses

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 8, 2024

National School Nurse Day is Wednesday, May 8! Thank you to all MPS school nurses for their vital role in our students’ wellbeing and success. When students are healthy in body and mind, they can focus on attending school and learning. By caring for children’s physical and mental health, school nurses play a key role in students’ academic success and their school attendance. In addition to helping students with sudden illnesses and first aid, school nurses assist children with managing chronic conditions. They help students, some of them medically fragile, with special care...

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Wisconsin Lutheran College celebrates class of 2024 commencement

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 8, 2024

On May 11, Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC) will celebrate its spring commencement exercises at the Recreation Complex - Time of Grace Center. The college is set to award diplomas to over 200 students from various academic programs, including traditional undergraduate, accelerated degree completion, and graduate students. The graduating class of 2024 comprises students from 17 states and Venezuela, representing 36 undergraduate majors and three master's programs.

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Milwaukee Athletics celebrates student-athlete achievements at Golden Panther Awards

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 8, 2024

The Milwaukee Athletic Department held its annual Golden Panthers awards ceremony on Monday, recognizing the achievements of student-athletes from the Spring and Fall of 2023 and Winter 2023-24 seasons. The event took place in the UWM Union Ballroom with attendance from student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and university personnel.

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Milwaukee women’s tennis announces new recruits for Fall 2024

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 7, 2024

Head coach Mark Goldin has announced new additions to the Milwaukee women's tennis team for the upcoming school year. Honoka Yamashita and Elisa Rubio have signed on to play for the Panthers, joining Nikola Nikolajeva, who committed in December.

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MPS announces NAFTrack certifications and school awards for 2024

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 7, 2024

MPS announces NAFTrack certifications and school awards for 2024

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Milwaukee Public Schools to Host Annual STEM Fair with 300 Projects and 600 Students

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 7, 2024

The 17th annual MPS STEM Fair is set to take place on March 9, showcasing nearly 300 projects from 600 students representing 50 MPS schools. The event will be open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Baird Center on 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.

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Teacher Appreciation Week Highlights Discounts for Educators

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 6, 2024

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week from May 6-10, showing gratitude for the hard work and dedication of educators. The week serves as a national recognition of the vital role teachers play in shaping the lives of students. As stated by an unnamed source, "Educators affect students’ intellectual growth and so much more, and their influence shapes the adult that students become. The effect they have is lifelong."In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, various national companies and local establishments are offering discounts to educators....

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Community Invited to Share Ideas in MPS Strategic Planning Meetings

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 6, 2024

MPS students, families, staff, and community members have been invited to attend public meetings to share ideas about building use. The district is set to host five meetings as part of Year Two of the Strategic Plan and the ongoing Long-Range Facilities Master Plan. According to a district announcement, "We encourage everyone, including non-MPS families, to offer opinions." The district also expressed enthusiasm, stating, "We look forward to your participation!"The meetings will provide attendees with the opportunity to weigh in and provide feedback on the Long-Range...

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Milwaukee women's basketball announces annual golf classic event

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 6, 2024

The Milwaukee women's basketball team has announced the 24th Annual Golf Classic, scheduled for Thursday, August 8, at Kettle Hills Golf Course in Richland, Wisconsin. Participants will have the opportunity to meet current Panther players and coaches while taking part in silent and live auctions. Proceeds from these activities will support the women's basketball program.

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Milwaukee finishes second at Horizon League track & field championships

By Milwaukee City Wire | May 5, 2024

The Milwaukee men's track and field team concluded the Horizon League Outdoor Track & Field Championships as runners-up, accumulating 192 points. Youngstown State took first place with a total of 294 points.