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Blizzard Blog: Dec. 8-9, 2009
In Milwaukee Buzz
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - 9:30 p.m.
Welcome, winter. Milwaukee is on-track to be hit with its first major snowstorm of the season and, like the local television stations, our Storm Center is up and humming tonight. Join the live blog for the latest information and share what's happening in your neighborhood, too.
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Cutline: The view outside the OnMilwaukee.com "Weather Deck" near the Bradley Center.
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In Movies & TV
Local film "Starts Friday" starts Thursday at The Times
By Bobby Tanzilo - 3:05 p.m.
When Kenosha-area filmmaker Ben Lewandowski started working on his film "Starts Friday" in 1999, he had no idea it would ...
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In Dining
Moct reintroduces food with new appetizer menu
By Julie Lawrence - 1:01 p.m.
As of late November, the kitchen at Moct was back up and running and producing a completely new menu. Whereas Cafe Fabrika ...
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In Movies & TV
OnMedia: Packers pull in a healthy prime-time crowd
By Tim Cuprisin - Tuesday
It wasn't nearly as big as the matchup with the Vikings, but Channel 12's simulcast of ESPN's "Monday Night Football" ...
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In Sports
Do athletes and celebs waive the right to privacy?
By Dave Begel - Tuesday
After following the Tiger Woods saga, Dave Begel isn't sure whether or not athletes and celebrities should be granted ...
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In Holiday Guide
Winter staycations let you chill close to home
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - Tuesday
When the temperature drops and the flakes start flying, it's not unusual to turn your thoughts toward a vacation -- ...
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In Sports
Green Bay Replay: Packers 27, Ravens 14
By Drew Olson - Tuesday
The wind was blowing and the penalty flags were flying during "Monday Night Football" at Lambeau Field. The Packers ...
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In Kids & Family
Interview with a clown
By Molly Snyder Edler - Monday
Arguably, we've interviewed a lot of clowns over the years (ba dum dum), but this is the first time a real, floppy-footed, ...
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In Holiday Guide
Yule dates back to ancient Paganism
By Molly Snyder Edler - Monday
Every year around Christmastime the word "Yule" pops up all over the place, especially in advertising. Maybe it's because ...
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In Sports
Packers vs. Ravens: 5 things to watch tonight
By Drew Olson - Monday
Reserve your favorite barstool. Pick up the chicken wings on the way home. Punch the speed dial for your favorite pizza ...
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In Movies & TV
OnMedia: An on-air dress rehearsal for Stormageddon
By Tim Cuprisin - Monday
It wasn't much of a snowfall for Wisconsin in December, but it was the first to come during the morning rush hour, and ...
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In Dining
Thrifty, filling meals (and free chips) at Guanajuato
By Amy L. Schubert - Monday
Guanajuato, 2310 S. Howell Ave., isn't a fancy, upscale destination for Mexican cuisine. It doesn't have to be, either. ...
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In Music
Gig roundup: Pezzettino issues a little piece of vinyl
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - Monday
We make no secret of our love for Pezzettino here at OnMilwaukee, where we were among the first -- maybe THE first -- ...
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In Sports
Cavs use 29-0 run to beat Bucks 101-86
By Andrew Wagner - Sunday
After the Bucks opened the game with an 11-0 lead, Cleveland went on a 29-0 run over an 11:24 second stretch en route ...
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In Milwaukee Buzz
Milwaukee heat index: December, 2009
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - Sunday
There's never a shortage of new people, events, decisions and ideas in Milwaukee, some moving the city forward and some ...
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In Milwaukee Buzz
Sunday Sound-off: What sucks most about winter?
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - Sunday
It's December; time to get into that festive spirit. But how can anybody be jolly when the sun sets before you leave ...
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In Music
Stumblesome crashes into Borg Ward with new CD
By Molly Snyder Edler - Saturday
Rapper Wesley Charles Tank is a one-man band these days, but he continues to perform and record under the name Stumblesome. ...
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In Dining
A look at lakeside (and other) dining in Pewaukee
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - Saturday
Pewaukee's dining landscape is ever-growing and while you'll still find your fair share of small bar-and-grills or classic ...
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In Sports
Saturday Scorecard: A crucial holiday shopping trip
By Drew Olson - Saturday
So, you think you feel pressure about holiday shopping? Most people will forget their holiday gifts by mid-January. ...
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In Dining
New book wedges in profiles of 43 cheesemakers
By Bobby Tanzilo - Saturday
While books have been written before about Wisconsin cheese, James Norton and Becca Dilley's "The Master Cheesemakers ...
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In Living
Finding the beauty within
By Sarah Foster - Saturday
The death of Solange Magnano during a plastic surgery procedure has Sarah Foster wondering why we struggle to find happiness ...
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In Arts & Entertainment
Pucks And Yucks
By ItsMrLucky - 4:14 p.m.
Monday December 7th, 2009 - Chicago, IL/Bayside, WI   I had the honor tonight of performing at the Milwaukee Admirals’ holiday party. I have ...

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Milwaukee's street food guide
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers
Here at OnMilwaukee.com, we're delighted to see all sorts of new vendors pop ...

Holiday Guide
Forget the bargains -- go high-end holiday shopping
By Drew Olson
With the tight economy, it seems like everybody is looking is looking for a ...

Holiday Guide
Red Kettle Campaign rings in "Season of Giving"
By Andrew Wagner
For more than 100 years, Salvation Army volunteers have been ringing bells and ...

Holiday Guide
The perfect holiday playlist requires special songs
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers
The best way to get into the holiday spirit -- besides the decorations, snow ...

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Stormageddon '09: It's not Channel 58's fault What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Tim Cuprisin - 8:20 p.m.
Milwaukee's CBS affiliate was wall-to-wall with weather coverage tonight -- against its will. Blame it on a network ... Read more
 
In Marketplace Blogs
Creative ways to get customers out during the storm What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Bobby Tanzilo - 6:10 p.m.
I hate snow as much as the next guy -- maybe more than the next guy. I don't mind a dusting or the pretty little flakes. ... Read more
 
In Holiday Guide Blogs
A gift a day: Boxed spices What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Andrew Wagner - 3:48 p.m.
This year, why not give the gift of flavor? Read more
 
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Ravens' Rice apologizes for slamming Lambeau What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Drew Olson - 3:42 p.m.
Listen to the quote heard 'round the Fox Valley and read the apology from the Ravens Ray Rice. Read more
 
In Holiday Guide Blogs
Picking the right resolution this new year What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Julie Lawrence - 3:09 p.m.
The countdown to the holidays has begun, but what has been on my mind lately is something that comes just after the ... Read more
 
In Holiday Guide Blogs
A gift a day: A solar iPhone charger What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Drew Olson - Monday
We're so dependent on cell phones that the idea of running low on battery power is enough to make many of us break into ... Read more
 
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In Dining Blogs
Certified Master Chef Arnone refines a wine dinner What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Maureen Post - Monday
One of Milwaukee's great steakhouses welcomes one of the culinary world's great chefs. Mo's... A Place for Steaks welcomes ... Read more
 
In Dining Blogs
A nearly perfect dining experience in Door County What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Amy L. Schubert - Sunday
Sometimes, dining perfection shows up in the most unexpected places. Read more
 
In Politics Blogs
Empty seats could greet County Grounds debate What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By James Rowen - Sunday
The County Board will debate the County Grounds' future on Monday. If you didn't know about it, don't worry, not many ... Read more
 
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Tim Cuprisin
Stormageddon '09: It's not Channel 58's fault
Posted on Dec. 8, 2009 - 8:20 p.m.
Molly Snyder Edler
If OnMilwaukee.com makes one resolution, what should it be?
Posted on Dec. 4, 2009 - 2:26 p.m.
Julie Lawrence
Picking the right resolution this new year
Posted on Dec. 8, 2009 - 3:09 p.m.
Drew Olson
Ravens' Rice apologizes for slamming Lambeau
Posted on Dec. 8, 2009 - 3:42 p.m.
Maureen Post
Certified Master Chef Arnone refines a wine dinner
Posted on Dec. 7, 2009 - 11:37 a.m.
Jeff Sherman
Midwest's first Capriotti's Sandwich Shop opens Monday
Posted on Dec. 4, 2009 - 08:33 a.m.
Bobby Tanzilo
Creative ways to get customers out during the storm
Posted on Dec. 8, 2009 - 6:10 p.m.
Andy Tarnoff
A gift a day: 500 GB DVR expander
Posted on Dec. 6, 2009 - 08:11 a.m.
Andrew Wagner
A gift a day: Boxed spices
Posted on Dec. 8, 2009 - 3:48 p.m.
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