http://onmilwaukee.com/rss/rss_drewolson.xml Milwaukee's Daily Magazine Drew Olson en-us Sat, 17 May 2008 10:30:54 CST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://onmilwaukee.com/images/layout/omc_rssfeed_logo.gif http://onmilwaukee.com 204 67 When leftfielder Ryan Braun signed a $45 million contract extension this week, many Brewers fans daydreamed about a similar deal for first baseman Prince Fielder. Keep dreaming, folks. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard051708.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard051708.html?15286 Sat, 17 May 2008 05:38:00 CST Madison native Phil Hellmuth has done some cool things in his life, but few accomplishments match the thrill of having his face appear on 12 million beer cans. http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/milwbesthellmuth.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/milwbesthellmuth.html?15287 Sat, 17 May 2008 05:17:00 CST When your favorite team plays a day game, the night seems empty. When there is a day off, and are only about 18 over the course of the season, the gap between games seems huge. And, when it rains... Well, that just sucks. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewfenwayrainout.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewfenwayrainout.html?15284 Fri, 16 May 2008 20:25:00 CST The St. Louis Rams will conduct their training camp at Concordia University in Mequon. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/concordiarams.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/concordiarams.html?15247 Tue, 13 May 2008 18:02:00 CST Georgina Gast studied mass communication in college, so it's not surprising that she enjoys communicating with customers at Mikey's, 811 N. Jefferson St. But, that's just one part of the job. http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/georginagast.html http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/georginagast.html?15170 Tue, 13 May 2008 05:28:00 CST Still sluggish from Mother's Day brunch, we had trouble picking a selection until we read Andy Tarnoff's enthusiastic review of the Flight of the Conchords concert. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twv0d051208.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twv0d051208.html?15230 Mon, 12 May 2008 16:15:00 CST Brewers manager Ned Yost said he would consider removing Eric Gagne (pictured) from the closer's role. Gagne may have made the decision for his manager. "I don't deserve the ninth inning right now," Gagne said. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard051108.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard051108.html?15216 Sun, 11 May 2008 05:57:00 CST Yankee Stadium (pictured) and Shea Stadium, which will be replaced glistening new facilities next season, each have rich histories and fervent fans, but our author thinks that one stands above the other. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nyballparks.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nyballparks.html?15198 Fri, 9 May 2008 05:05:00 CST Can't wait for the official unveiling of the "Bronze Fonz?" Here is a clip to tide you over. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod050808.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod050808.html?15192 Thu, 8 May 2008 16:15:00 CST In the middle of affluent Scottsdale, amid the luxury condos and high-priced art galleries, Packers fans gather for hero-worship at Mabel Murphy's. http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/mabelmurphyspackbars.html http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/mabelmurphyspackbars.html?15182 Thu, 8 May 2008 05:15:00 CST Can you name the No. 1 song in the country? We couldn't either, until we found out. Here is a hint -- the singer recently performed on "American Idol." http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod050708.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod050708.html?15175 Wed, 7 May 2008 16:15:00 CST Many fans are nervous about the Brewers' sluggish offense, inconsistent rotation and shaky bullpen. A quick look at least season indicates that it's still too early to worry. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewpanic050708.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewpanic050708.html?15177 Wed, 7 May 2008 15:23:00 CST The movie "Iron Man" was a whopping economic triumph during its first weekend. The film, starring Robert Downey, Jr. as an eccentric billionaire industrialist who invents an armored suit to fight the forces of evil, grossed about $100 million in the U.S. Here is the trailer. http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/twvod050608.html http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/twvod050608.html?15164 Tue, 6 May 2008 16:15:00 CST A decade removed from his career as a big-league pitcher, Jim Abbott now works as a motivational speaker. He visits Milwaukee Friday to speak at the IndependenceFirst Power Lunch at the Midwest Airlines Center. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/jimabbott050608.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/jimabbott050608.html?15153 Tue, 6 May 2008 05:18:00 CST Summerfest officials announced the lineup of performers slated to headline the Miller Lite Oasis at the 2008 festival, which runs from June 26 to July 6 at Maier Festival Park. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/millerliteoasis08.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/millerliteoasis08.html?15154 Tue, 6 May 2008 00:00:00 CST It's 4:15, it's Monday and you need a little pick-me-up. In honor of Cinco de Mayo, we offer a double shot of Mexican-tinged music on our "Time-wasting Video of the Day." The first selection features Los Lobos playing "Chuco's Cumbia" at the 2006 Austin City Limits Festival. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod050508.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod050508.html?15149 Mon, 5 May 2008 16:15:00 CST Yovani Gallardo's potentially season-ending knee injury will not prevent the Brewers from winning the National League Central. But, it certainly won't help the cause. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard050308.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard050308.html?15134 Sat, 3 May 2008 05:03:00 CST Since it's Friday, we figured a rockin' tune would put you in the mood for the weekend. Here is one from Milwaukee's own Fever Marlene. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod050208.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod050208.html?15077 Fri, 2 May 2008 16:45:00 CST Brewers pitcher Yovani Gallardo has a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and will be sidelined most, if not all, of the season. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gallardodl.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gallardodl.html?15128 Fri, 2 May 2008 14:01:00 CST The Brewers designated embattled relief pitcher Derrick Turnbow for assignment today. Infielder Joe Dillon was recalled from Class AAA Nashville and replaces Turnbow on the roster tonight in Houston. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/tbowdesignated.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/tbowdesignated.html?15120 Fri, 2 May 2008 09:02:00 CST Because it's the first day of May and Monty Python's "Spamalot" is in town, we figured you'd chuckle at this May Day sketch from John Cleese and Co. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod050108.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod050108.html?15078 Thu, 1 May 2008 16:15:00 CST Two-time Grammy Award winning singer / songwriter Steve Earle performs at 8 p.m. July 20 at The Pabst Theater. Allison Moorer, the younger sister of Shelby Lynne -- and Earle's wife -- opens the show. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/steveearlepabst08.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/steveearlepabst08.html?15102 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:49:00 CST Studies show that the average household contains between three and 10 gallons of material that is potentially hazardous to human health or the environment. The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage district can help with disposal. http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/householdhazardous.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/householdhazardous.html?15094 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:10:00 CST With his 25-game suspension over, Mike Cameron rejoins the Brewers tonight at Wrigley Field. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cameronback.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cameronback.html?15093 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 17:44:00 CST Today is comedian Jerry Seinfeld's birthday. Because you've probably already seen every episode of his eponymous TV show roughly 20 times, we thought you might enjoy watching Jerry's first big break -- an appearance on "The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson." http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod042908.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod042908.html?15079 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:15:00 CST Looking for a way to waste time at the end of the day? We've got the answer right here. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/twytvod042808.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/twytvod042808.html?15075 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 16:15:00 CST With his 25-game suspension complete, centerfielder Mike Cameron joins the Brewers' roster and makes his season debut against the Cubs Tuesday night at Wrigley Field. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cameronbush.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cameronbush.html?15060 Sun, 27 Apr 2008 19:19:00 CST Brewers right-hander Ben Sheets threw on the side without discomfort Saturday afternoon and could be on track to make a scheduled start against the Cubs Tuesday night at Wrigley Field. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/sheetsbullpen.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/sheetsbullpen.html?15053 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 17:23:00 CST If you live for the NFL Draft and finding out about players like Michigan's Jake Long (pictured), you might not want to click here. It may be blasphemy, but the author doesn't like the draft. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard042608.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard042608.html?15051 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 05:27:00 CST In a procedural move, the Packers placed quarterback Brett Favre on the NFL's reserve / retired list Friday and waived three other players to reduce to 68 the number of players counted against the active roster. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favreretiredlist.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favreretiredlist.html?15050 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:51:00 CST Major League Baseball and the Natural Resources Defense Council recently announced the creation of a Team Greening Program, which was developed to support and coordinate environmentally-sensitive practices. The Brewers plan to take part. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersgreenmonth.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersgreenmonth.html?15039 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 05:25:00 CST Former Packers quarterback Brett Favre was typically charming and relaxed -- in both conversation and attire -- and a bit cryptic about his retirement status during his Thursday night appearance on CBS' "Late Show with David Letterman." Check out the transcript. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favreletterman042508.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favreletterman042508.html?15040 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:29:00 CST Former Packers quarterback Brett Favre is scheduled to appear on "Late Show with David Letterman" this evening. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favreletterman.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favreletterman.html?15030 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:24:00 CST Former Brewers outfielder Geoff Jenkins returned to Miller Park as a visitor Wednesday night. On one hand, it was business as usual for the first-year Philly. But, it was also strange to see the park from the other side. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/jenkinsreturns.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/jenkinsreturns.html?15031 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 05:16:00 CST It looks like it's going to be a pleasant evening at Miller Park, where a crowd of close to 30,000 is expected to witness Geoff Jenkins' return to Milwaukee as a visiting player. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/jenkreturns.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/jenkreturns.html?15022 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:05:00 CST One of the more unique after-school programs in Milwaukee combines soccer and poetry in an attempt to help inner-city students develop teamwork skills and self-confidence. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/americascoresmke.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/americascoresmke.html?14858 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 05:24:00 CST For many people in Milwaukee, lawn care is a chore. For others, it is a hobby -- if not an obsession. For Brewers grounds director Gary Vanden Berg, it is a profession and a way of life. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/garyvandenberg.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/garyvandenberg.html?14981 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:31:00 CST Raise your hand if your heart skipped a beat when Ben Sheets had to leave the game last night in Cincinnati. On second thought, don't ... We don't want you to tear a rotator cuff. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard041908.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard041908.html?14977 Sat, 19 Apr 2008 05:52:00 CST Danny Federici, who spent 40 years as the organist and keyboard player for Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, died Thursday afternoon at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City after a three-year battle with melanoma. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/federiciobit.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/federiciobit.html?14969 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:40:00 CST Former Brewers infielder Jeff Cirillo, who is through playing but still hasn't filed his retirement papers, makes his debut as a postgame analyst for FSN Wisconsin tonight. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cirillotvdebut.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cirillotvdebut.html?14966 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:08:00 CST As expected, the Bucks fired their coach this morning following a disappointing 26-56 finish. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/coachkfired.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/coachkfired.html?14956 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:57:00 CST Former Del Amitri singer-songwriter Justin Currie brings his solo acoustic tour to town Friday night behind his dark CD, "What is Love For." http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/justincurrieshank.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/justincurrieshank.html?14932 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 05:21:00 CST Founded by Guster's Adam Gardner and his wife, Lauren Sullivan, Reverb is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping bands become carbon neutral. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/carbonoffsets.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/carbonoffsets.html?14931 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 05:05:00 CST The week is off to a great start -- I got my Springsteen tickets. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenharleytix.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenharleytix.html?14904 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 08:25:00 CST Nearly everyone in town expects the Bucks to fire Larry Krystkowiak this week. We know about scapegoats in sports, but if half the stories of locker room turmoil are true the team's problems run deeper than the coach. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/monmusing041408.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/monmusing041408.html?14903 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 05:04:00 CST Lisa Lampanelli, who has gained a level of fame and fortune with a string of appearances on Friars Club roasts, "Howard Stern Show" appearances and non-stop touring, has an interesting game plan for her shows here Saturday night. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/lampanelli.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/lampanelli.html?14878 Fri, 11 Apr 2008 05:23:00 CST Last week's pairing of chef Jason Gorman's food and wines from the Ridge winery in California resulted in a meal to remember. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/dreamdanceridge.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/dreamdanceridge.html?14868 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 09:28:00 CST Outfielder Tony Gwynn, Jr., sidelined by a strained left hamstring, was placed on the 15-day disabled list. The Brewers recalled infielder Hernan Iribarren from Class AAA Nashville to take Gwynn's spot on the roster. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gwynndl.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gwynndl.html?14869 Wed, 9 Apr 2008 22:54:00 CST Dave Bush will be on the mound and Gabe Gross in center field as the Brewers take on Cincinnati tonight at Miller Park. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewlineup040908.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewlineup040908.html?14863 Wed, 9 Apr 2008 15:21:00 CST While pundits, politicians, scholars, scientists, celebrities and average citizens debate the existence of global warming, a different debate -- one that sparked heated discussion over the past two decades -- has been dormant. Is recycling worthwhile? http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/recyclingdebate.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/recyclingdebate.html?14851 Wed, 9 Apr 2008 05:07:00 CST