Sports - June 14, 2009
Brewers' winning ways are an economic catalyst
After setting an attendance record last season during their first playoff run in 26 years, the Brewers are on track to break that record in 2009. And as the team keeps winning on the field, the franchise, as well as local bars, restaurants, hotels -- and the city, itself -- are getting a boost, as well.
Tags: brewers, miller park, espn, fox, rick schlesinger, dean amhaus

Politics - March 13, 2009
Walker was blindsided by Barrett's 'end-around'
Milwaukee County Executive Scott Walker said he was caught by surprise this morning by Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett's announcement that the federal Omnibus Budget bill includes a provision to spend $91.5 million in long unused federal funds for mass transportation in Milwaukee.
Tags: connector, transit, rail, scott walker, tom barrett, 91 million, stimulus, trolley, high speed, rapid transit, bus, mcts, curley, welke group, dean amhaus, spirit of milwaukee, dave fantle, super steel corp., Jim Schmelzer

Milwaukee Buzz - Feb. 4, 2009
Dean & Dave: Random Milwaukee ramblings
In a new monthly blog, Dean Amhaus and David Fantle write about Milwaukee's image, especially as it pertains to attracting visitors and growing our economic base through new and expanded businesses, events and initiatives. Chime in and provide ideas to two of the area's civic leaders.
Tags: Dave Fantle, Dean Amhaus, Milwaukee 7, image, economic development, tourism, ideas, Visit Milwaukee, Spirit of Milwaukee

Milwaukee Buzz - May 30, 2008
Thoughts on Milwaukee's image
A new perception study about our wonderful hometown is out. Here's a deeper look into the data.
Tags: perception study, spirit of milwaukee, milwaukee 7, dean amhaus, image, regional marketing