Jenny Whidden

Recent Articles

Job Fair Helps Teens, Young Adults

Job Fair Helps Teens, Young Adults

Held on South Side by city, non-profits to reach “opportunity youth.”

Peruvian Food Truck A Small Business Finalist

Peruvian Food Truck A Small Business Finalist

Seven finalists for annual Near West Side competition previously won by Pete’s Pops.

Brewery’s Expansion in Century City Praised

Brewery’s Expansion in Century City Praised

Good City Brewing’s new facility on 31st and Capitol could change perceptions, area representatives say.

Warning Residents of Lead Dangers

Warning Residents of Lead Dangers

Door-to-door workers allied with Hunger Task Force teach Amani residents about possible problems.

Can Vliet Street Be Revived?

Can Vliet Street Be Revived?

Business owners, community activists encouraged by beautification efforts.

Can Pathways Charter School Succeed?

Can Pathways Charter School Succeed?

High school on 3rd and Walnut, chartered by UWM, just finished its first year.

Arts @ Large Begins Renovation of Historic Building

Arts @ Large Begins Renovation of Historic Building

When complete the building will have a cafe, student art gallery and an art-making studio.

“Dr. Carter” Gets Honorary Street Sign

“Dr. Carter” Gets Honorary Street Sign

Beloved pharmacist, drug store owner for 50 years, gets sign on 24th and Burleigh.