Content referencing City of Wauwatosa - Page 2
The Bad News About Bon-Ton
And the good news about the harbor, and The North End.
Apr 22nd, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Anime Milwaukee Celebrates 11th Anniversary
Event to welcome more than 10,000 attendees Feb. 16-18
Feb 12th, 2018 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee and USA Gymnastics Championships Honored as a 2017 Champion of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism
The event brought an estimated economic impact of $5.4 million to the local economy.
Dec 4th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
Milwaukee Featured in The Washington Post
The story, which is a lively guide to hotels, restaurants, and activities in the city, was posted online on August 9.
Aug 10th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
Northwestern Mutual Annual Meeting Draws 10,000 to Milwaukee Venues
Annual event for Milwaukee-based financial security company to pump about $12.9 million into local economy
Jul 21st, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
Give Your Input on BRT Project
County will hold two open houses on Bus Rapid Transit line.
Jun 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Global Conference Aims to Connect the Generations
11 countries represented among 250 attendees
May 30th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
American Legion announces Milwaukee as host city in 2022
The convention’s 13,000 attendees will account for 17,700 room nights.
May 12th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
Save the Sanctuary Woods
Precious nature reserve on County Grounds in Tosa could be destroyed.
Apr 27th, 2017 by Jonathan H. Rupprecht
Milwaukee to Host NCAA DI Men’s Basketball First/Second Rounds in 2022
National basketball tournament to be held in new Wisconsin Entertainment & Sports Arena
Apr 19th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
Milwaukee County to Partner With Wauwatosa to Add New County Parkland
"Protecting our natural spaces has long been a priority of mine."
Apr 6th, 2017 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee to Host 2,500 Professional Women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. at its Central Regional Conference, April 6-9, 2017
The gathering is expected to bring more than 2,500 attendees, fill almost 3,000 hotel rooms and generate $2.4 million in direct spending.
Apr 4th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
Women in Travel Summit 2017 Coming to Milwaukee in April
500 travel bloggers, influencers, and industry members will be exploring the city
Mar 28th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee selects Hanson Dodge for website redevelopment
The project will completely reinvent VISIT Milwaukee’s website from the ground up.
Feb 14th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
Anime Milwaukee Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Event to welcome 10,000 attendees Feb. 17-19
Feb 8th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
Save the County Grounds. Again.
Tosa master plan will destroy rare 60-acre nature preserve.
Feb 6th, 2017 by LuAnne Washburn
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Prevention Effort Against Substance Abuse
The campaign is in its second year in Milwaukee County and is part of National Drug and Alcohol Fact Week .
Jan 24th, 2017 by County Executive Chris Abele
Governor Walker Delivers 2017 State of the State Address
First Lady Tonette Walker joins Governor in addressing joint session, people of Wisconsin
Jan 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Midwinter Gaming Convention Jan 12-15
Hilton Milwaukee City Center to host
Jan 9th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee turns 50
Incorporated as the Milwaukee Convention & Visitors Bureau on January 6, 1967.
Jan 5th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee
Four Tosa Village Restaurants Collaborate on “Tour De Tosa”
A European progressive dinner event
Jan 3rd, 2017 by Lowlands Group
Grassroots Effort Launched as 9 More Judges Endorse Judge Wales for Branch 47
Our community has happily surprised me with an outpouring of support for the campaign"
Dec 1st, 2016 by Scott A. Wales
VISIT Milwaukee awarded top marketing honors
VISIT Milwaukee has been awarded four 2016 MarCom Awards.
Nov 29th, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
USA Gymnastics awards 2017 USA Gymnastics Championships to Milwaukee
The championships showcase more than 1,800 of the country’s best gymnasts in acrobatic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, trampoline and tumbling.
Nov 15th, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
City of Milwaukee and Bublr Bikes Complete Installation of 10 New Bike Share Stations
Expansion continues into more Milwaukee neighborhoods
Nov 3rd, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
PNC Bank Milwaukee Running Festival Brings 4000+ Runners to Milwaukee November 5th and 6th
One Mile, 5K, Half Marathon, Full Marathon Events Offer “a Running Event for Every Runner.”
Nov 2nd, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee Launches Winter Shopping & A Show Campaign to Promote Holiday Tourism
The winter campaign is designed to promote leisure and overnight travel to the greater Milwaukee area
Nov 1st, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
Milwaukee Paranormal Conference Brings Ultimate Halloween Season Experience October 14-16
The conference is a celebration of the study of topics ranging from ghosts and UFOs, to cryptozoology, folklore and culture.
Oct 5th, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
LEGO® KidsFest to Welcome 1,000,000th Visitor in Milwaukee Oct 7-9
Milwaukee to celebrate record-breaking landmark
Oct 4th, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee Wins Major Videographer Award
The video entitled “Meet Milwaukee,” created by VISIT Milwaukee’s Digital Marketing Manager Kris Martinez, won an Award of Distinction for projects that exceed industry standards
Sep 19th, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
Bublr Bikes Transitions to New Executive Leadership
Acting Executive Director Named. Former Director to begin new venture.
Sep 14th, 2016 by Bublr Bikes
Limited Funds for Bike Trails, Bike Safety
WisDOT grabs more than half of $16 million for biking, walking and spends on roads.
Sep 9th, 2016 by Tom Held
Bublr Bikes Surpasses 50,000 trips in 2016
Significant Milestone Reached During Big Labor Day Weekend
Sep 6th, 2016 by Bublr Bikes
2016 Milwaukee Concours d’Elegance at the Lakefront Aug 27-28
Veterans Park to showcase hundreds of classic cars and boats
Aug 22nd, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee to Host 2017 Women in Travel Summit
500+ female bloggers to explore the city
Jul 26th, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
City Approves Bus Rapid Transit
Nine-mile BRT project rolls forward, but not without strategic modifications.
Jul 26th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Northwestern Mutual Annual Meeting Draws 10,000 to Milwaukee Venues
Annual event for Milwaukee-based financial security company to pump about $12.9 million into local economy
Jul 21st, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
City Panel Approves Bus Rapid Transit
BRT line linking Downtown and Tosa moves forward, though some decry "the rush."
Jul 13th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Applauds City of Wauwatosa Decision to Advance Bus Rapid Transit
“The City of Wauwatosa is always a great partner when it comes to economic development, public safety, and growing strong communities."
Jun 16th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
8th Annual Tour of America’s Dairyland Cycling Events June 17-26
10 local communities to participate in popular family-friendly event
Jun 14th, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
Reimagined Hartung Park headed down final stretch
Park fulfilling vision of unique public space created by private, public collaboration
Jun 3rd, 2016 by Ald. Jim Bohl
VISIT Milwaukee promotes Megan Gaus to VP of Marketing and Communications
Megan has led multiple initiatives to elevate the region as a top destination for convention and leisure travel.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
Mandela Barnes Announces Run for Wisconsin State Senate
“Over the next several months, I look forward to talking with families about their values and priorities as I work to earn their trust and support for State Senator.”
Apr 11th, 2016 by Mandela Barnes
County Executive Chris Abele Endorsed by Municipal Leaders Across Milwaukee County
Chris Abele today announced the endorsement of more than a dozen local executive leaders.
Mar 29th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Who Works Better with Other Governments?
Including the city and other local governments? The responses are revealing.
Mar 23rd, 2016 by Chris Abele and Chris Larson
Milwaukee named one of Lonely Planet’s “Best in the US” for 2016
This is the second time that Milwaukee was listed as a top travel destination this year.
Feb 9th, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
Active Shooter Training at Emergency Services Expo Jan 27
During this hands-on, scenario-based simulation, 125 participants will learn how to respond to these incidents through actual experience.
Jan 22nd, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
30th Annual Emergency Medical Services Conference & Expo Jan 26-31
The conference features emergency helicopters, along with 150 exhibitors showcasing the latest and most efficient technology, equipment and apparatus.
Jan 22nd, 2016 by VISIT Milwaukee
A Second Screaming Tuna Comes to Tosa
Screaming Tuna opening in Downtown Tosa, K2 expanding, Simmer closing.
Jan 6th, 2016 by Jack Fennimore
Trainfest Brings Train Fans of All Ages to Milwaukee Nov 14-15
Trainfest is a weekend full of family fun and an opportunity for young and old to immerse themselves in the world of model trains.
Nov 4th, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
Gwen Connolly campaign showing huge momentum
After her opponent this week jumped to the Branch 31 race, Connolly is widely seen as the prohibitive favorite to be the next judge in Branch 44.
Oct 23rd, 2015 by Gwen Connolly
Majority of Mayors and Village Presidents in Milwaukee County support Gwen Connolly for Circuit Court Judge
Connolly has previously announced the endorsement of hundreds of judges and attorneys, including many leaders working to serve the poor.
Oct 12th, 2015 by Gwen Connolly
Brewery Collectibles Club “CANvention” makes history in Milwaukee Sept 2-5
Show open to public on Saturday, Sept 5
Aug 26th, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
Historic Brewery Bike Tour on Tap this Weekend
Hop Head Beer Tours build interest in Milwaukee
Aug 17th, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
Police Fleet Expo 2015 Draws 1,500 to Milwaukee Aug 18-21
Expo at Wisconsin Center / Ride & Drive event in Oak Creek
Aug 13th, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
Northwestern Mutual Annual Meeting Draws 10,000 to Milwaukee Venues
Annual event for Milwaukee-based financial security company to pump about $12.9 million into local economy
Jul 16th, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
Praying for police officer wounded in northwest side shooting
Statement of Common Council President Michael J. Murphy June 19, 2015
Jun 19th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
VISIT Milwaukee Launches MKE Toolkit
“Selling Milwaukee” Made Easy for Local Businesses
Jun 3rd, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee Names Kristin Settle as new Director of Communications
Kristin Settle will join the staff of VISIT Milwaukee as director of communications effective March 2.
Feb 17th, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
Visit Wauwatosa?
Visit Milwaukee creates a web site for Tosa, which doesn't even tell you how to get there.
Feb 15th, 2015 by Michael Horne
VISIT Milwaukee Launches New Tourism Website for Wauwatosa
New website to increase awareness and tourism dollars in neighboring city
Feb 10th, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
Milwaukee Passenger Rail Company shares Coordinated Economic Development Plan
Regional rail alternative suggested to spur development
Jan 21st, 2015 by Milwaukee Passenger Rail Company
DearMKE to Partner With Urban Milwaukee: The Store for January Gallery Night
Next weekend local artists will be showing off Milwaukee photographs alongside the DearMKE films at Urban Milwaukee: The Store, 755 N. Milwaukee St.
Jan 8th, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
Does White Privilege Exist?
A white police officer’s split-second decision to trust me raises questions.
Dec 30th, 2014 by Alex Runner
Jason Wilke announces candidacy for Milwaukee County Supervisor – 15th District
"It has always been important to me to raise my family in a safe and vibrant community."
Dec 5th, 2014 by Jason Wilke
Tosa Installs First Bike Box in Metro Area
They make busy intersections safer for bikes and cars. Will Milwaukee install some?
Oct 24th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Mandel Group breaks ground on Echelon Apartments
Luxury Apartment Community at UWM Innovation Campus
Oct 13th, 2014 by Mandel Group
Bublr Bikes Bring Convention Attendees and Visitors a New Way to Get Around Town
Milwaukee has rolled out its new Bublr Bikes bike share program.
Oct 3rd, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
Wauwatosa Goes Green With Bike Lanes
Wauwatosa turns North Avenue into a bicycle paradise with green lanes and bike boxes.
Sep 27th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Wangard Partners Develops in Harmony with a Onoe-of-a-kind Historic Reef to Create Walkable Neighborhood in Wauwatosa
Wangard Partners, Inc. (WPI) is pleased to announce that The Reef is set to break ground on Tuesday, August 5th.
Aug 5th, 2014 by Wangard Partners, Inc.
More than $13 million approved for Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced approximately $13 million in funding.
Aug 4th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
VISIT Milwaukee Names 2014-15 Officers and Board of Directors
VISIT Milwaukee announces its officers and Board of Directors for the business year 2014-15.
Jun 19th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
Milwaukee Host Watch and Clock Collectors – June 17-21
NAWCC is expecting 1,500 attendees from across the country at its 2014 National Convention from June 17-21 at the Wisconsin Center.
Jun 17th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee Announces New Creative Services Manager
Hayley Gallagher has joined the staff of VISIT Milwaukee as the new Creative Services Manager.
Jun 4th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee Kicks-Off Summer with New Campaign and Website Redesign
Campaign and website position Milwaukee as a fun and easy destination
May 20th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
Institute of Municipal Clerks to draw 1,000 to the Wisconsin Center 5/18-22
More than 1,000 attendees from across the country and international are expected at the Wisconsin Center from May 18 – 22 for the 68th Annual Conference of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC).
May 15th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
Wauwatosa Embraces the Bicycle
New bike lanes and bike boxes approved. Tosa is now so cool that Bay View folks are moving there.
May 9th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
VISIT Milwaukee Celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week
With “Tour Your Town” Campaign and Annual Meeting
May 6th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee Welcomes New Communications Manager
Katy Deardorff has joined the staff of VISIT Milwaukee as Communications Manager.
May 5th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
2013 Business, Leisure Travel Sees Continued Growth
Milwaukee County Leads the State in Tourism Expenditures
May 2nd, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
Anime Milwaukee convenes Feb 14-16
Colorful, costumed fans to celebrate “Anime” culture
Feb 10th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
Milwaukee to host NCAA “March Madness” Preliminary Rounds
The BMO Harris Bradley Center will serve as an epicenter of March Madness from March 20-22, when it welcomes eight of the 64 teams in the second and third rounds of the 2014 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship.
Jan 10th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
Ald. Bohl’s Suburban-Style Ranch Home
Bohl is under investigation and has lawyered up. But his home is awfully cozy.
Dec 29th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Wauwatosa/Milwaukee construction project will impact traffic along N. 100th St.
Milwaukee Alderman Jim Bohl noted that residents of the Cloisters Northwest condominiums and other single- and multi-family homes in the area will be impacted by this project.
Aug 20th, 2013 by Ald. Jim Bohl
DEAR MKE Features Riverwest 24 Cyclist
For a change from the lakefront festivals, head west this weekend – to Riverwest – to the annual Riverwest 24 bike race featured in a Dear MKE short film last year.
Jul 24th, 2013 by VISIT Milwaukee
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Says Committee Action Shows Confusing Nature of New Law Limiting County Board’s Powers
Chairman of the Transportation, Public Works & Transit Committee Says Delay of Wauwatosa Water Utility Resolution Caused by Uncertainty About Board’s Role in the Wake of Enactment of Act 14
Jun 5th, 2013 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Play High-Tech Hide and Seek With Milwaukee’s Neighborhoods
VISIT Milwaukee Debuts New Geocaching GeoTour of the City
May 7th, 2013 by VISIT Milwaukee
VISIT Milwaukee to Present Lamplighter Award to Milwaukee Downtown BID #21
Annual Meeting on March 5th also features Bill Davidson with preview of the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary
Feb 28th, 2013 by VISIT Milwaukee
Icebreaker Indoor Marathon Returns to the Pettit Jan 18-20
Runners from 21 states will be converging on the Pettit National Ice Center January 18-20 for the fifth annual Icebreaker Indoor Marathon.
Jan 14th, 2013 by Press Release
Dear MKE Film Series Debuts
Milwaukee Icons, an Unlikely Artist and an Epic, 24-Hour Bike Race Now Online at www.DearMKE.com.
Oct 3rd, 2012 by VISIT Milwaukee
The Monarch Trail?
"Suburbia is where the developer bulldozes out the trees, then names the streets after them." - Bill Vaughan
Dec 6th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Public Weighs in on UWM’s Wauwatosa Expansion Plans
Although months ago UWM entered into an agreement to purchase a portion of the Milwaukee County Grounds for the purpose of expansion, the deadline for public input into UWM's Master Plan past just this week. Regardless if this input will be considered going forward or not, it's worth looking to see what the UWM community thinks about the expansion plans.
Nov 11th, 2009 by Dave Reid
“The City is a Big Draw” – UWM Chancellor Santiago
During a recent episode of the Chancellor's Report UWM Chancellor Santiago was explaining UWM's recent growth, and stated that "the city is a big draw."
Oct 16th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Forty Eight More Parking Spots for a Pub?
Mo's Irish Pub in Wauwatosa, WI intends to demolish two homes to create 48 new parking spots for their patrons.
Sep 30th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Oops! No Money for UW-Tosa
To think, I was just about to put the UW-Tosa t-shirts up on the new Urban Milwaukee store, maybe I can hold off now? Apparently, UWM's backing out of the fight to locate the School of Freshwater Sciences on the former Pieces of Eight restaurant site ruffled some feathers, and Michael Cudahy decided to return the favor by backing out of funding UWM's proposed Wauwatosa location for the Engineering School.
Sep 10th, 2009 by Dave Reid
There is Nothing Green About Greenfield Development
There is nothing green about greenfield development.
May 4th, 2009 by Dave Reid
UW-Milwaukee Should Expand in “Our Backyard”
Normally people oppose projects because it is in their backyard,
Mar 11th, 2009 by Dave Reid
