View from the Waiting Room: Feds should monitor insurance, John says
View from the Waiting Room

Feds should monitor insurance, John says

Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Tim John sees access to health care as a right, and the need for more government involvement in monitoring insurance rate increases.

5Q: Architect Scott Jackson
5Q

Architect Scott Jackson

The owner/director of Cedar Gallery discusses his ideal living quarters, favorite buildings and why condos freak him out.

Review: Greg Ginn at Club Garibaldi
Review

Greg Ginn at Club Garibaldi

Lie Bot, what is the saddest thing? 56 year old Greg Ginn playing shitty instrumental jams with a chubby kid in a Pink Floyd shirt. Ouch, Brian.

Review: The AFrames’ opening shot in the upcoming Seattle Invasion
Review

The AFrames’ opening shot in the upcoming Seattle Invasion

Milwaukee's getting lots of visitors from the Pacific Northwest in the next couple weeks. DJ recaps the AFrames and previews Unnatural Helpers and Helms Alee.

Upcoming Events for the Week of August 23rd, 2010

Upcoming Events for the Week of August 23rd, 2010

August 23, 2010 City Plan Commission Meeting August 23, 2010 1:30 pm The City Plan Commission (CPC) is the City’s official planning body established under State statute and is responsible for master planning activities. The CPC advises the Common Council on a variety of land development issues including zoning map changes, revisions in the zoning ordinance, subdivision approvals, business improvement districts, street and alley vacations, public land […] August 24, 2010 Milwaukee Intermodal Station Train Shed Public Meeting August 24, 2010 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is announcing a public information meeting to discuss reconstruction of the train shed at the Milwaukee Intermodal Station. The train shed is a 50,000 square foot facility immediately south of the station that is used to protect trains and passengers from the elements. The project will bring the facility […] The Monarch Trail Summer Moon Picnic! August 24, 2010 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Join the Monarch Trail Friends for a picnic and watch the sunset and moonrise over the County Grounds.Irish Music provided by: Ceol Cairde www.ceolcairde.comWhere: The Monarch Trail – Milwaukee County Grounds, 9480 W Watertownplank Rd. Wauwatosa, Wisconsin When: 6:00 – 8 pm, (simultaneous sunset/moonrise: 7:15 pm) What: There will be a guided tour at 6:15 pm Why: Due […]

The Saga of Rita Sue LaDeux

The Saga of Rita Sue LaDeux

I alone know who swung that ax. I can see her now … her flaming red hair blowing in the wind.

Good Read: The Vinyl Princess
Good Read

The Vinyl Princess

Yvonne Prinz's young adult novel highlights a female protagonist that needs more representation in pop culture: one that is smart, relatable and interesting.

How to make your best friend’s wedding cake (and not screw it up)

How to make your best friend’s wedding cake (and not screw it up)

Martha Stewart's got nothin' on this.

Threads: The turtleneck’s resurgence
Threads

The turtleneck’s resurgence

Sure, the clothing item can look lame -- especially on guys -- but worn the appropriate way, it's kind of flattering.

Friday Photos Friday, 20. August 2010

Friday Photos Friday, 20. August 2010

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Primary Coverage: Politicos clamor for a shot at the Number Two spot
Primary Coverage

Politicos clamor for a shot at the Number Two spot

A crowded field of Democrats and Republicans seek the voters attention in Wisconsin Lt. Governor's race but by and large, their platforms are the same. After wading through the rhetoric, I suggest throwing a dart.

On the vine: the 2010 Milwaukee Wine Festival
On the vine

the 2010 Milwaukee Wine Festival

Sample more than 200 wines from around the world this weekend at the Milwaukee Art Museum.