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Vol. 33 No. 19 • Thurs., May 8, 2014 - Wed., 14, 2014 • An NCON Publication Serving The Milwaukee Area • 65¢
After 12 years, community still remembers Alexis Patterson
When a precious seven-year-old girl named Alexis Patterson disappeared after being dropped off at school 12 years ago, it signalled the beginning of a mystery and a cause for many Milwaukeeans who were touched by a family's sudden tragedy. Alexis, a gap-toothed beauty who attended Hi-Mount Community School, was last seen May 3, 2002 after her stepfather LaRon Bougeois told authorities he walked the child to school and left after watching her cross the street. When Alexis failed to come home and was reported missing by school officials, it set off a city-wide search by police, Milwaukee County Sheriff deputies and private citizens drawn by media coverage of the missing child. On May 3, 2014 Sheriff David A. Clarke, Jr. (right), and Rev. John W. McVicker, Sr. (left), pastor of the Christ the King Baptist Church and also a chaplain for the Milwaukee County Sheriff ’s Office, along with members of the sheriff ’s command staff, attended an observance of the 12th year anniversary of the disappearance of Alexis Patterson. This was held at the location where she was last reportedly seen near Hi-Mount Boulevard Community School.
Photo By Mary J. Corlette
Go Red For Women® luncheon celebrates 11 years Event to raise funds and awareness for the fight against heart disease in women
Photo by George Neal
The American Heart Association celebrated 11 years of raising awareness for women's heart health. The "Go Red For Women Luncheon" was held Friday, May 2, 2014 at the Pfister Hotel. The event featured a fabulous “Purse-onality” silent auction featuring more than 75 themed purses, handbag, clutches and make up bags. Brands included Coach, Dooney & Bourke, Vera Bradley, and Michael Kors among others. Themes include foodies, Brewers tickets and memorabilia, a wine basket and many more. All money helps support the Go Red For Women movement and the fight against the #1 killer of women, heart disease and stroke. The event was emceed by Courtney King of FOX6 Sports and is chaired by Susan Edwards, CEO of ProHealth Care. Pictured at the event are (from left) Dave Grams, Arlene Zimmerman, Becca Waszak, Shari Modlinski, Jay Matz, and Megan Wurz.
Discount Dollar Store and Soultry Scissors and Boutique celebrate grand opening Opening of the two new businesses is a family affair The owners of Discount Dollar Store, located at 7835 W. Burleigh Street, and Soultry Scissors & Boutique, at 3070 N. 79th Street, held a grand opening celebration for both businesses on Saturday, May 3, 2014. The businesses are owned by three sisters and a husband. The Discount Dollar Store sells a large variety of items for $1.00 or less, including Mylar helium balloons for almost every occasion. Soultry Scissors & Boutique is a hair salon with a boutique conveniently located inside. Items sold at the boutique include purses, jewelry, unique apparel, outerwear, accessories and much more. The owners said they are “inspired to serve by providing economic value to everyone who patronizes” their businesses. Pictured at right are Discount Dollar Store owners Larry Glosson and Sean Beverly along with Soultry Scissor & Boutique owners Alesia Glosson, Bonita Beverly and Cheryl Kinlow.
Photo by George Neal