Milwaukee Buzz - Jan. 14, 2010
New Fair Park executive director returns "home"
Rick Frenette isn't joining the Wisconsin State Fair because he was homesick or wanted a cream puff. A life-long "Fair guy," Frenette saw challenges at his home state's fair that he thinks he can help overcome.
Tags: wisconsin state fair, milwaukee mile, wisconsin expo center, state fair, rick frenette

Milwaukee Buzz - Dec. 30, 2009
The year in news 2009: Top 10 local stories
A new year is here and a look back at the last 12 months reveals a year of ups and downs for Milwaukee, from the big success of Danny Gokey straight on down to the ruthless attack on Mayor Tom Barrett. Here's a look at the top 10 stories that affected us in 2009.
Tags: Patrick Cudahy, Mayor Tom Barrett, Brett Favre, Danny Gokey, Milwaukee Public Schools, smoking ban, AirTran, Midwest Airlines, Southwest Airlines, MKE, PGA Tour, U.S. Bank Championship, Milwaukee Mile

Sports - Dec. 22, 2009
Christmas wishes from Begel
It's Christmas time and Dave Begel is hoping Santa has some presents for local teams and their fans.
Tags: packers, mike mccarthy, brett favre, aaron rodgers, brewers, bucks, brandon jennings, admirals, wave, vikings, milwaukee mile

Sports - July 21, 2009
Are Milwaukee sports fans being over-served?
Sports fans in Milwaukee have a lot of choices when it comes to major pro, minor-league and amateur sports. Given the recent developments facing the Wave, Milwaukee Mile and the U.S. Bank Championship, some are beginning to wonder -- is it too much of a good thing? Do fans residing in this market have more sports options than they can support?
Tags: admirals, wave, milwaukee mile, us bank championship

Sports - May 29, 2009
Sports Weekend Preview: Off to the races at the Mile
Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves, Wisconsin native Danica Patrick and 2008 champ Ryan Briscoe are among the star attractions at the ABC Supply / A.J. Foyt 225, which highlights a weekend of IndyCar racing at the Milwaukee Mile. Sunday's race is marked by heavy traffic and tight turns on the 1-mile oval that is a favorite among drivers.
Tags: milwaukee mile, abc supply/a.j. foyt 225, indycar, helio castroneves, danica patrick, ryan briscoe

Sports - March 3, 2009
It's hard not to get a little frustrated these days...
Sports fans know all about the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. Those emotions come with the territory. So do frustration and confusion. OnMilwaukee.com sports columnist Dave Begel has felt so much of those that he clocks in with Volume XXVIMCXVIIXCI of "Stuff that Bugs Me."
Tags: tom brady, gisele bundchen, milwaukee complex, gary d'amato, alissa czisny, bradley center, parking, spring training, brett favre, dominic james, barack obama, state fair park, milwaukee mile

Sports - Nov. 4, 2008
In case you didn't notice ...
The big headlines and headliners always create attention in sports, but there is a lot of stuff that happens under the radar -- such as the Bucks and new forward Richard Jefferson (pictured) opening their season. Here is a look at some overlooked recent events.
Tags: begel, bucks, admirals, colin montgomerie, fedex cup, craig counsell, rob jeter, state fair park, milwaukee mile, buzz williams

Sports - June 2, 2008
Tone it down, drivers!
I just checked online. I live just under four miles from the northern edge of State Fair Park. So, why did it sound like there was a car race a block from my house yesterday?
Tags: Milwaukee Mile, noise pollution, Danica Patrick

Sports - June 1, 2008
Mears travels from Victory Lane to memory lane
It's been 30 years since Rick Mears crossed the finish line first at the Rex Mays 150 to clinch his first-ever career Champ Car victory.
Tags: rick mears, milwaukee mile, rex mays, champ car, indy car series, indy 500, CART, ABC Supply 225

Marketplace - May 31, 2008
Race fans, this Bud's for you
Many Milwaukeeans may be miffed that the Milwaukee Mile announced a sponsorship deal today with Beechwood Distributing, one of Wisconsin's largest Anheuser-Busch distributors.
Tags: budweiser, beechwood distributors, milwaukee mile, miller

Sports - May 31, 2008
The Top 5 Wisconsin sports stories during May
It's hard for even the most avid sports fans to keep track of a month's worth of stories. So, OnMilwaukee.com has decided to start doing it for you. Here are our top 5 stories for May.
Tags: ryan braun, contract, packers, rodgers, whitewater baseball, milwaukee mile

Sports - May 31, 2008
Saturday Scorecard: Time for Brewers to heat up
It's too early to say for sure, but the Brewers appear to be on an upswing. With players like Prince Fielder (pictured) hailing from warm weather climates, maybe the warmer temperatures at Miller Park will help.
Tags: brewers, prince fielder, brett favre, locker, ryan braun, danica patrick, milwaukee mile, marcus jenkins, bradley tech

Sports - May 6, 2008
Get ready to rumble
If you've never been to an IndyCar race and attend the ABC Supply / A.J. Foyt 225 on June 1 at the Milwaukee Mile, the sights and smells will be impressive but the raw sound will be unforgettable.
Tags: milwaukee mile, indy car racing, indianapolis 500, craig stoehr, aj foyt, rick mears, danica patrick

Politics - March 5, 2008
Homicide Commission under fire
Members of the Milwaukee Homicide Review Commission will update the city's Public Safety Committee on its progress this week.
Tags: Ruvin, Park East, MPD, Barry Mandel, fireworks, Sydney Hih, Blatz, Aloft Hotel, Stoehr, Milwaukee Mile, State Fair Park, Witkowski, Pfister and Vogel, North End

Politics - Feb. 28, 2008
State Fair Park chair resigns
Stair Fair Park Chairman of the Board Martin Greenberg resigned today in a letter addressed to Gov. Jim Doyle and released to the media.
Tags: Greenberg, Milwaukee Mile, State Fair Park, Gov. Doyle, susan crane