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Milwaukee PBS premiered a new documentary “A Hallowed Home for Heroes” on November 6. It details the historic past of Old Main, also known as Milwaukee’s Soldiers Home, through decades of use as a care center for veterans since the Civil War, its fall into decay, and eventual rebirth. For the segment explaining Old Main’s decline, when it was undergoing a passive “demolition by neglect,” almost 30 images published by Milwaukee Independent were presented. Senior photojournalist Lee Matz documented the building’s condition in a series of vivid images, including 360° VR. The rare collection of editorial photos helped the...

Milwaukee’s annual memorial ceremony to honor its fallen firefighters was held on October 12 at MFD Headquarters Station 2, a solemn tradition observed since 1996 to remember those who were lost performing their duty or as a result of their public service. Since 1875, members of the Milwaukee Fire Department have protected the lives and property of the citizens in the City of Milwaukee. Concerned citizens originally organized a volunteer firefighting force in 1837. The October 12 ceremony honored all the firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the course of protecting the public. “For those of us who...

The Pabst Mansion began hosting its “Illuminating the Dark” tour for the public on October 5, in an effort to shine a new light on some mysterious stories from the historic home’s past. The specialty “after-hours” tour was first created in 2022, and became an instant hit. Returning for its second year, “Illuminating the Dark” again embraces the spirit of the spooky season. Visitors are guided through the former home of Captain Frederick Pabst by the soft glow of candlelight, tethered by tales of intrigue. The tour explores themes of darkness and personal loss, covering the Mansion from its...

County Executive David Crowley, local and state leaders, the Coggs family, and members of the public gathered on October 2 at a construction site in the King Park neighborhood to help Milwaukee County break ground on the new Marcia P. Coggs Health and Human Services Center. The facility will be home to the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), allowing it to continue a 50-year tradition as a trusted location to access health services in the area. “When I think of Marcia P. Coggs, I think of a trailblazer and a strong advocate for healthier families and for...