Published Feb. 18, 2013
In animal sheltering work, it's easy to think of each adoption as a "happy ending" to that animal's story. That's one way to think about it - but it's just as true to think of it as a "happy beginning." The love that begins between a person and an animal when they leave our shelter often lasts for many years. It doesn't just save the animal's life; it shapes the person's life, forever.
Published Feb. 11, 2013
Hello and welcome to a new blog! I've been the executive director of the Wisconsin Humane Society for just over three years, and I'm excited to share stories and reports of our work here.Â
Published Jan. 25, 2012
If Andy Tarnoff is going to report that Violent Femmes bassist Brian Ritchie is about to become an Aussie, then I'm going to counter with vaguely related news of another ex-Milwaukee musician living abroad. Many of you may remember Italian musician Luisa Buoni for her stint as talented bassist for The Lovelies, but some may also recall that she followed Ritchie to Milwaukee and married him. Two weeks ago, Luisa was interviewed on Italian radio.
Published Sept. 9, 2011
Yes, you know what's going to be a focus of TV this weekend, as television marks the 10th anniversary of the terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. ... Wisconsin's "America's Got Talent" semi-finalists don't make it into the finals. ... The Milwaukee Film Festival adds a big-name film to its lineup.
Published July 26, 2011
PBS is the first to unveil plans for special programming to mark the 10th anniversary of the Sept.11, 2001 terror attacks. ... A local woman goes for the money on "Jeopardy!" ... Two anniversaries for Lucille Ball.
The Milwaukee vegan bake sale is a bi-annual event that raises funds for local and national charities, animal rescues, shelters, and more!All proceeds raised from this sale will be split 50/50 between Urban Ecology Center and the Safe Haven program, a partnership between Wisconsin Humane Society ...
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