Politics - Nov. 6, 2009
Parking meter madness
County Executive Scott Walker has suggested putting parking meters at popular Lakefront spots like Bradford Beach, Veterans Park and McKinley Marina in an effort to help close a growing budget gap. But, considering how well the LUKE meters have worked at times -- including this week's issue with daylight savings tme -- is it really a good idea?
Tags: scott walker, LUKE meters, mckinley marina, grafton dam

Dining - April 16, 2008
Reviving my old East Side lunch tradition
With a zillion dining options blocks from my office, I don't do it as much as I used to, but today's sunshine inspired me to revive an old East Side lunch tradition of mine: take-out from Koppa's and a solitary lunch at Back Bay Park.
Tags: koppa's, back bay park, Mckinley Marina

Milwaukee Buzz - Oct. 4, 2007
Lakefront parking lots
On my way to the Milwaukee Art Museum yesterday I decided to take a quick detour through Veteran's Park, just to see if I've been missing anything and I was amazed by all the cars parked along the park drive.
Tags: Lakefront, parking, Veteran's Park, McKinley Marina, UWM, mass transit

Travel & Visitors Guide - Aug. 8, 2004
Milwaukee fishing guide
Here's an introduction to some of the best places to angle in the Brew City area, along with info about tackle shops and fishing charters. In fact, it's almost everything you need to get started fishing Lake Michigan and other area waterways.
Tags: fishing, charters, Lake Michigan, McKinley Marina, Milwaukee River

Arts & Entertainment - June 6, 2004
Lakefront summer fun guide
We many not have the silky, white sand and turquoise waters of the Caribbean, but we've got our own body of water and plenty of activities that go along with it. Check out the Lake Michigan lakefront this summer for kite flying, kayaking, jet skiing, paddle boating and more.
Tags: Lakefront, summer, marinas, fishing, charters, beaches, bradford beach, gift of wings, McKinley marina, paddleboats, hydrobikes, kites