Milwaukee native Cherita Booker attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and has worked in various roles as a multimedia journalist since 2017. She enjoys photography, dancing, and spending time with friends and family.
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Latest from Cherita Booker
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How a Wisconsin 20-Something Built Her Company– & Confidence– with the Click of a Button
With every camera flash, the 26-year-old small business owner is empowering herself and her community. “I love being Black, and I love being a woman. I think that comes with a certain strength,” she said.
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What It’s Really Like to Be a Working Black Artist in Wisconsin
“I never know if I am being asked to be a part of something out of white guilt or because I’ve earned it,” said Brooklyn Doby, owner of B. Denae Artistry and the subject of this Small Business Spotlight.
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How To Celebrate Black History Month With Milwaukee Film All Month
There are many ways to observe Black History Month– from supporting Black-owned businesses to donating to anti-racism charities. One organization will help you do that through art.
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Small Business Spotlight: Chocolate Creations by Kylie
After outgrowing her home kitchen thanks to an abundance of orders, this entrepreneur wasn’t afraid to take a risk and open her own storefront– and she’s only 19!
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Wisconsin Has a New Program to Support Survivors of Human Trafficking–And There’s More Than You May Think
More than 150 people are victims of human trafficking in Wisconsin every year. January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
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Small Business Spotlight: URSA
In this Bay View neighborhood shop, “U” stands for unique. Whether you’re buying something for someone else, your house, or yourself, this one-stop shop has it all!
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Gov. Evers Launches Program For People Experiencing Homelessness, Drug Addiction
The new recovery program will use Opioid Settlement Funds to help struggling Wisconsinites find affordable, safe, & stable housing.
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Indoor Plants Not Only Brighten Your Space, But Boost Your Health, According to Science
Suffering from the winter blues? Consider brightening up your space and improving both your mental and physical health with a plant. Check out some of Wisconsin’s best, locally-owned plant shops.
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Small Business Spotlight: Details Matter by Amber
From Wisconsin to South Dakota–this event planner is making her way through the Midwest one wedding, party, and baby shower at a time.
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Small Business Spotlight: The Groovy Plants
The Wisconsin Rapids-based nursery just grew from an online store to an in person business– and hopes to continue blossoming with your help.
