By Steve Kabelowsky Contributing Columnist Published Feb 18, 2011 at 2:18 PM

Signs, signs, everywhere there's signs.

There have been a number of protests and mass get-togethers lately, including demonstrations in Madison on state budget issues.

No matter what side of the debate you are on, I think we can all agree on these:

  • When making a sign, spelling counts
  • Use big letters
  • Don't use too many words. In signs, less is more
  • Think about color and use ones that will get noticed
  • Lastly, is it easy to read?

In democratic society, we value opinions. But all of us hate ugly signs.

Steve Kabelowsky Contributing Columnist

Media is bombarding us everywhere.

Instead of sheltering his brain from the onslaught, Steve embraces the news stories, entertainment, billboards, blogs, talk shows and everything in between.

The former writer, editor and producer in TV, radio, Web and newspapers, will be talking about what media does in our community and how it shapes who we are and what we do.