Living - Feb. 13, 2013
Rethinking the pole
So, can the "stripper" pole be a positive piece of equipment - especially for women? Can it, as a fitness tool become an empowering activity that contributes to not only a more physically fit body, but to a healthier mind and self-image as well? According to Maureen Metzger, co-owner of the West Allis pole dancing fitness studio, Blush Pole Fitness and Dance: hell yes, it can.

Dining - Oct. 14, 2012
Social Circle: Where would you eat your last supper?
This week's Social Circle question received a huge response. Surprisingly, people had no problem coming up with one Milwaukee restaurant that would be their destination of choice for their last supper.

Arts & Entertainment - June 14, 2012
Full of "Rent," "Wicked" and "Glee," Idina Menzel comes to the Marcus Center
She created major characters in two musicals that inspired feverish followings. She has starred in three hits, each with a single word for its title. She is charmingly candid about things many celebrities don't discuss. She likes to perform barefoot. And she is coming to the Marcus Center.

Marketplace - Jan. 8, 2012
Biltrite's success built on strong family, quality products
Biltrite specializes in quality American-made furniture, including Amish furniture. The company has been owned and operated for four generations by what is now the oldest Milwaukee furniture family.

Arts & Entertainment - Sept. 29, 2011
Windfall Theatre steps to the plate
At first glance, "Omnium Gatherum," the play opening Windfall Theatre's season, appears to be contrived. The static setting is an elegant dinner party attended by a contentious cross section of 21st century political and social types. But the single-act piece, written after Sept. 11 by Theresa Rebeck and Alexandra Gersten-Vassilaros, gradually grows on an audience.