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Four places to be on Fourth

The South Shore has Fourth of July events times four again this year. Bay View, Cudahy, St. Francis and South Milwaukee will celebrate with various events that include high-profile parades early on July 4 and, of course, traditional fireworks once the sun goes down.

South Milwaukee accused of discrimination in court fight over apartments

The city is fighting racial discrimination allegations over its attempts to raze an apartment complex in a case that is about to go to trial in federal court. City officials maintain that their opposition to the Lake Bluff Apartments stems from the fact that they were built illegally.

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Cudahy Fourth of July Celebration
Date: Saturday, July 4
Noon parade beginning at Packard and Grange; flag-raising ceremony, dance teams, musical acts, children's games, magic shows and other activities; fireworks in the park at 9:20 p.m.; Sheridan Park, 4800 S. Lake Drive, Cudahy.

St. Francis Fourth of July Celebration
Date: Saturday, July 4
Bikes judging, 9:45 a.m.; parade kick-off, 10 a.m.; ice cream at park, 10:45 to 11:15 a.m.; opening ceremony, 11:15 a.m.; childrens games, pony rides, petting zoo, inflatables, talent show; fireworks at 9:15 p.m.; Milton Vretenar Municipal Park, 4224 S. Kirkwood Ave., St. Francis.

 

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Fun on the Fourth

Following a brief "Call to Colors" ceremony at 10 a.m., South Milwaukee's Independence Day events begin with a children's bicycle and coaster parade. Activities, in areas 5 and 6 at Grant Park, 100 E. Hawthorne Ave., include children's games. Food will be served by the South Milwaukee Association of Commerce, with beverages served by Johnny Mo's Bar & Grill. Live music will be performed from 12:30 to 9 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

Check out NOW's preview of South Shore events

MilwaukeeMoms.com: Metro area Fourth events

Marquette University

Marquette salutes
local honor students

Marquette University and SouthMilwaukeeNOW.com are proud to salute the outstanding students who have made the honor rolls at our local schools. Click on a student's name for a printable honor roll certificate. Go to the honor rolls page.

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Beat the heat

If you are looking for a place to cool off this summer, check out this MilwaukeeMoms.com listing of local pools and beaches.

NOW All-Suburban Softball

 Greenfield's Shannon Butts has been named the All-Suburban Softball Player of the Year by the NOW staff and online voters. The junior went 15-6 on the mound and batted .482 to lead her team to a divisional title.

Profile: Softball duo a sister act

Coach of the Year: Jack of all trades

All-Suburban team: Profiles of each player

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Prep Sportlight

Prep Sports SpotlightThe sports season is in full swing at South Milwaukee High School and, if you're a prep sports fan, we've got you covered in track, softball and more!

Photo Gallery: Franklin vs South Milwaukee baseball
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