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Bastille Days dishes out fresh French fare all weekend long
Festival offering free food and drink demos, firkin tapping and wine tastings, plus 25+ restaurant tents
Jun 26th, 2017 by East Town Association
The Downer Classic happens Saturday!
Downer Classic Bike Races - information from Alderman Nik Kovac
Jun 23rd, 2017 by Nik Kovac
County Neglects Parks and Culture
Bucks arena gets millions while parks, museums, zoo decline.
Jun 19th, 2017 by Patricia Jursik
North Point Lighthouse to host the Light Keeper’s Art Show and Sale, June 23.
Art Show and Sale will feature over 100 pieces in various mediums including watercolor, photography and jewelry.
Jun 14th, 2017 by North Point Lighthouse Friends, Inc.
Plan Your Summer!
The 2017 Parks “Summer’s Best” Entertainment Guide is here
May 31st, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
Road Map to an Aerotropolis
New plan released for municipalities near airport. Will they seize the future?
May 30th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee County Parks Kick Off Summer Memorial Day Weekend
Activities will be as varied as visiting a beer garden to swimming at the Family Aquatic Centers, to going on a warbler walk.
May 22nd, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
4 Reasons to See Plein Air MKE
Museum Mile’s Art in the City Soirée is May 18, at Saint John’s On The Lake.
May 16th, 2017 by Milwaukee Museum Mile
Mother’s Day Weekend in The Parks
Milwaukee County Parks are offering a variety of activities with Mom in mind
May 8th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
Lake Park’s Bridge Spans History
Why everyone should care about saving the Olmsted-designed bridge.
Apr 5th, 2017 by Paul Daniel Marriott
Bay View Land Gets Protection
Council approves purchasing, protecting Bay View land near Lake Parkway.
Mar 28th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Museum Mile Second Annual Plein Air Painting Competition
Thursday, May 11 through Sunday, May 21
Mar 22nd, 2017 by Milwaukee Museum Mile
City To Buy Bay View Land
Port of Milwaukee would buy 3-acres from state, open to public in perpetuity.
Mar 21st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Forum For Lake Park Bridge
Public invited to a meeting about the future of historic Ravine Road Bridge
Feb 13th, 2017 by Virginia Small
Top Milwaukee chefs and 88Nine DJs at SoundBites event blend gourmet creations with the perfect songs
Newest Milwaukee restaurants included in 88Nine Radio Milwaukee SoundBites fundraiser Feb. 9 at the Iron Horse Hotel
Jan 23rd, 2017 by Radio Milwaukee
Northwest side employer Concentrix in major hiring push
More than 170 positions to be filled; Council members encouraging residents to apply; Jan. 7 career fair set for prospective applicants
Dec 19th, 2016 by Ald. Jim Bohl
County Closes Lake Park Bridge
Abele administration cites safety concerns, seeks $2 million in private funds.
Dec 14th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Mason Street Grill names Ramsés Alvaréz executive chef
Alvaréz joins Mason Street Grill from Water Street Brewery, where he served as corporate chef of the company’s four gastro pubs since 2011.
Nov 16th, 2016 by Marcus Restaurant Group
Monks Singing Pagan Songs
Sequentia performs 9th to 12th century music with magic spells, mythic heroes and gods.
Nov 15th, 2016 by Michael Barndt
David Stearns’ Must-See Victorian Home!
Did the Brewers heady GM crunch the numbers before buying the $600,000 home?
Nov 15th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Donor Pledges $1 Million for Lake Park Bridge
But anonymous East Side philanthropist demands closing Ravine Road to vehicle traffic.
Nov 7th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Urban Bay View Is Unique
Very urban, newly remodeled, with great views and interesting history.
Oct 13th, 2016 by Michael Horne
County Executive Chris Abele Announces SAVE Transit Plan
Without new revenue and some operational changes, the transit system in Milwaukee County is at risk.
Sep 29th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Board Chairman Lipscomb and Parks Committee Chair Haas Announce 9/13/2016 Public Hearing on Pokemon Go and 2017 Parks Budget Request
Invite Public to Testify about Pokemon GO in the Park and Proposed Parking Meters on the Lakefront
Sep 12th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Wahl Ave. Named After “Grandfather” of Parks
Before Whitnall there was Christian Wahl, who helped create city’s parks system.
Sep 2nd, 2016 by Carl Baehr
County Executive Chris Abele Announces “Parks with Purpose” Community Workshops
Information gathered will support the two major park planning efforts underway simultaneously.
Aug 31st, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
How Zach Espinosa Became a Master Chef
The one-time history major gravitated to the “chaos and camaraderie” of the kitchen.
Aug 30th, 2016 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
County Faces Issues When Replacing Bridges
Past decisions on bridges created "adverse impacts."
Aug 22nd, 2016 by Virginia Small
Chairman Lipscomb Responds to Administration Proposal to Charge for Lakefront Parking
Asks, “Who would want to impose a tax on Independence Day celebrations and family picnics at the lakefront?”
Aug 10th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Lake Park Bridge Faces Thorny Issues
Citizens narrow options, but funding issue still makes any solution tough to accomplish.
Jul 29th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Can Lake Park Bridge Be Saved?
New report suggests restoration is feasible. Public information will discuss six alternatives.
Jul 13th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Bastille Days serves up gourmet French fare to indulge in all weekend long
Festival offering free food and drink demos, firkin tapping and wine tastings, plus 30 eateries onsite
Jun 23rd, 2016 by East Town Association
Lake Park Friends and North Point Lighthouse Friends Host Occasional Artist Series
First Event To Feature Artwork By Julia Taylor At The North Point Lighthouse
Jun 20th, 2016 by Press Release
Lincoln Memorial Dr. Was Under Water
A 20-year landfill project created the road and the city’s waterfront playground.
May 20th, 2016 by Carl Baehr
Fund for Lake Michigan Invests in Future
Better smelling Bradford Beach? More sturgeon in the rivers? FLM helps make it happen.
May 13th, 2016 by Jim Cryns
Lake Park Bridge Work Group Announced
Will it be repaired, torn down or replaced? A public meeting will discuss on May 17.
May 11th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Outdoor painting competition begins this weekend
The events benefit the museums of the Milwaukee Museum Mile.
May 5th, 2016 by Nik Kovac
Brian Wielgus
"I feel like I’m always learning and loving more about the nooks and crannies of the city."
May 2nd, 2016 by Newaukee
Meeting Will Discuss Lake Park Bridge
Historic pedestrian bridge is deteriorating, meeting will discuss options.
May 2nd, 2016 by Virginia Small
Milwaukee Museum Mile Celebrates 5 Years with Plein Air Competition
Saturday May 7 through May 14
Apr 14th, 2016 by Charles Allis and Villa Terrace Art Museums Inc
The Full Magnificence of a 1916 Home
Bob Monnat's $475,000 Georgian Revival Colonial celebrates its 100th anniversary.
Apr 13th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Questions and Answers on Estabrook Dam
Part 2 of analysis disagreeing with our series and arguing dam should not be repaired.
Mar 22nd, 2016 by Will Wawrzyn
County Board Unanimously Approves Resolution to Protect Parks
At Least 43 Lack Designated Zoning as Parkland; Measure Moves to Avoid Sale by Executive
Feb 4th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Top Milwaukee chefs + 88Nine DJs = An evening that sounds as good as it tastes
88Nine Radio Milwaukee invites the community to its fifth annual SoundBites event February 11 at the Iron Horse Hotel
Jan 28th, 2016 by 88Nine Radio Milwaukee
43 County Park Properties At Risk Because They Lack Local Zoning Protection
Chairman Lipscomb Introduces Resolution To Protect Parks and Parkland That Could Be Sold by County Executive Without Public Hearing or Legislative Oversight
Jan 27th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
UWM researchers participate tonight in educational vigil for Wisconsin burial mounds
The vigil will be held from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at a prehistoric burial mound in Lake Park near the UW-Milwaukee campus.
Jan 12th, 2016 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
UWM researchers participate in educational vigil for Wisconsin burial mounds
The vigil will be held from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at a prehistoric burial mound in Lake Park near the UW-Milwaukee campus.
Jan 8th, 2016 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
More Burgers for Brookfield
Mooyah's comes to the mall. And a new country western bar on Old World Third St.
Dec 9th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Supervisor Gerry Broderick Announces Honor for Mark Horowitz
Long-Time Educator and Soccer Aficionado to Be Honored With Plaque at Lake Park Warming House, Naming of Athletic Fields
Oct 30th, 2015 by Gerry Broderick
Supervisor Gerry Broderick Announces Honor for Mark Horowitz
Long-Time Educator and Soccer Aficionado to Be Honored With Plaque at Lake Park Warming House, Naming of Athletic Fields
Oct 29th, 2015 by Gerry Broderick
Bridge Over Troubled Finances
Classic Lake Park bridge is falling apart. Will county pick cheap option? Will neighbors fight this?
Oct 18th, 2015 by Michael Horne
The City’s $30 Million Design Project
National competition for lakefront bridge could have huge impact, but city’s process raises questions.
Aug 5th, 2015 by Tom Bamberger
The Return of River Horse?
New bar coming to Riverwest. New empanadas place opens on Brady.
Jul 28th, 2015 by Jon Richie
Triumph of the Thunderbirds
The Milwaukee Air and Water Show 2015 was all about fast planes.
Jul 28th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Bastille Days, Milwaukee’s free French fest, continues.
Highlights for Friday include:
Jul 10th, 2015 by East Town Association
Suburbs’ Day in Milwaukee
Who are all those suburbanites that camp out in the city for the July 3rd fireworks?
Jul 6th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Summerfest Rock ‘n’ Sole Run
Thousands ran through drizzling rain and fog. Our photos capture the action, from the lakefront and city streets to the summit of Hoan Bridge.
Jun 15th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
The House That Song Lyrics Bought
The $1.6 million, Eschweiler-designed mansion is owned by Keith Mardek, owner of Hal Leonard Publishing, the world's leading sheet music publisher.
Jun 3rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Chairwoman Dimitrijevic Statement on the Future of O’Donnell Park
“I look forward to the results of these discussions as we move toward a new vision for the Milwaukee Art Museum and O’Donnell Park”
May 19th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Lakefront, Late 1920s
Before the War Memorial -- and before trees and vegetation -- the lakefront was a flat plain.
May 19th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Amanda Hall
"I love this city and I don’t plan on going anywhere anytime soon."
May 18th, 2015 by Newaukee
The Lake Bluff of Yesteryear
This late 1880s photo shows the dramatic views afforded by the winding paths of Juneau Park.
Apr 20th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Lakefront Looking North, 1880s
Oh, what a view Juneau Park offered back then.
Apr 14th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
When the Lakefront Was At Its Ugliest?
In the 1870s, the lakefront mostly served as a rail line, with a ramshackle railroad depot.
Apr 7th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
The Lakefront, About 1866
Prior to the settlers arrival, the lakefront wasn't a gorgeous green space, but an often-grassless bunch of eroded bluffs.
Mar 31st, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
The Lakefront in 1911
This scene from a century ago, with paths winding down to the lake, may have been when this area was at its peak.
Mar 25th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Fresh Conversations to Begin on the Future of Downtown Lakefront and O’Donnell Park
Discussions Between Milwaukee Art Museum and Milwaukee County Aim to Create Public-to-Public Partnership That Serves All
Mar 24th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Milwaukee a Leader in City Center Job Growth
So says a recent study. But is the data more than a passing fad?
Mar 2nd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Alexander Lau
"We have an incredible foundation of local, vibrant, neighborhoods..."
Mar 2nd, 2015 by Newaukee
John Shannon’s Marvelous Marietta Mansion
One of the great East Side homes, its history includes a remarkable cast of characters, almost a mini-history of Milwaukee elites.
Feb 19th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Jason Klein
"Milwaukee is one of the next great up-and-coming cities."
Feb 16th, 2015 by Newaukee
What Is Milwaukee Water Commons?
The recently-formed grassroots group, which looks to make sure all citizens benefit from Milwaukee's water resources, holds a fundraiser.
Jan 25th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Planning and a Pint Series Takes on Lakefront Planning and Development
Please join the Urban Planning and Public Administration Chapters of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Alumni Association onWednesday, January 21 at 6:00 p.m
Jan 20th, 2015 by UWM Alumni Association
Renovation Razes Johnsons Park Pavilion
Center for Resilient Cities helps renovate park near 18th and Brown streets.
Dec 8th, 2014 by Andrea Waxman
Milwaukee Art Museum Expansion
Crews have begun work on new exhibition space and lakefront entry for the museum, as our photos show.
Nov 28th, 2014 by Michael Horne
WRTP/BIG STEP Board of Directors taps Mark Kessenich as New President and Chief Executive Officer
After an extensive nationwide search, WRTP/BIG STEP, a nationally recognized, workforce development intermediary is excited to announce that Mark Kessenich has been named President and CEO.
Nov 11th, 2014 by WRTP /BIG STEP
Milwaukee County Board to Hold Budget Hearing Nov. 3 at the Milwaukee Art Museum
Public Invited to Comment on 2015 Budget; Doors Open at 6 p.m.
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Veterans Job Fair Expands to Record Number of Employers
The annual fall Milwaukee County Veterans Job Fair is the largest in the events history.
Sep 30th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
New Efficient Lighting Along the Lakefront
The lights along Milwaukee's Lakefront are getting an upgrade, Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele announced today
Sep 17th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Executive Abele & Mayor Barrett Host 9/11 Ceremony
Mayor Tom Barrett, County Executive Chris Abele, Governor Scott Walker, British Ambassador Sir Peter Westmacott and other local leaders will honor the victims of September 11, 2001.
Sep 10th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
2014 USA Triathlon Championships
Thousands of athletes take over the lakefront for two days of national races.
Aug 12th, 2014 by Dave Reid
Volunteers Needed for USA Triathlon Aug 9-10
Milwaukee’s spectacular lakefront once again plays host to the prestigious USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships on August 9-10.
Jul 28th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Questions Sale Price on O’Donnell Park Parking Structure
He Says Proposal May Have to "Go Back to the Drawing Board"
Jul 14th, 2014 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Shelley Owen
"As cultured and progressive as Milwaukee is, the one issue where this city is far behind is our struggle with segregation."
Jun 9th, 2014 by Newaukee
JS Critic Likes New Art Museum Addition
Schumacher gives it thumbs up but big issues remain.
May 19th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Melissa Hendrickson
"There are so many restaurants and bars that there’s something to fit your every mood."
May 19th, 2014 by Newaukee
Event invitation from Alderman Nik Kovac
Five small and medium sized arts and culture museums, located on Milwaukee’s historic East Side and in close proximity to one another along the Lake Michigan shoreline, have created the Milwaukee Museum Mile. This joint effort among the Jewish Museum Milwaukee, The Charles Allis Art Museum, Museum of Wisconsin Art at St. John’s On The Lake, The Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, and the North Point Lighthouse at Lake Park, creates a simple and more affordable way for visitors to access and enjoy multiple museum experiences, while promoting the area as a destination to Milwaukee residents and visitors to our city.
May 15th, 2014 by Nik Kovac
Yes, Bike-Sharing Is Coming This Summer!
Mayor Barrett said not till 2015, but Midwest BikeShare promises 5-10 stations this summer.
May 14th, 2014 by Dave Reid
What a Difference an Architect Makes
Jim Shields’ new art museum design improves on his first, and saves the museum from itself.
May 9th, 2014 by Tom Bamberger
