Monday, December 1,2008

Cyber Monday: The New Black Friday?

By Jim Cryns

The downward spiral of the economy has been gaining momentum for quite some time. People are growing wary of the current low gas prices, waiting for the other shoe to drop as they watch gas prices shoot above $4 dollars a gallon once again. This fear breeds conservative spending habits, and a rethinking of how much cash will be spent this December. Shoppers and retailers were given a preview of holiday sales...

Monday, December 1,2008

DNR Report

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

By Andy Vogel

Hunting season is still open in December. Muzzleloader deer hunting continues statewide Dec. 1 to Dec. 10.

Sunday, November 23,2008

How To Interview over the Phone

Expert Tips from MilwaukeeJobs.com

By Andy Vogel

Phone interviews are a common practice along recruiters as they save time and offer screening opportunities. So, it's up to the job searchers to prepare for and execute the call presenting themselves in the best light. When you are job hunting, it's a lot like being "on call." Being aware of the positions you have applied for and anticipating calls from prospective employers is your responsibility.

Friday, November 14,2008

Tips on Finding Work in this Economy

Expert Tips from MilwaukeeJobs.com

By Andy Vogel

Here are some interviewing and resume tips from MilwaukeeJobs.com that can help you as you prep for a job search.

Wednesday, November 12,2008

Breaking News: Milwaukee Shut Out of Assembly Leadership

By Shepherd Express Staff

In major upsets, Mike Sheridan of Janesville defeated Jon Richards of Milwaukee for Assembly Speaker, and Tom Nelson of Kaukauna edged out Pedro Colon of Milwaukee for Majority Leader. This leaves heavily Democratic Milwaukee without leadership positions in both the Democratic-controlled state Senate and the Democratic-controlled state Assembly. We'll keep you posted as we gather more information...

Tuesday, November 11,2008

Breaking News:

Milwaukee State Rep. Jon Richards on Track to Be Speaker

On Wednesday, Nov. 12, the new Democratic majority in the state Assembly will choose a speaker. There was a four-way race for speaker with three candidates from Milwaukee, state Reps. Pedro Colon, Fred Kessler and Jon Richards, as well as Mike Sheridan from Janesville. In the spirit of unity, over the weekend Pedro Colon and Fred Kessler decided...

Wednesday, November 5,2008

NYT: Near-flawless run from start to finish

Dem's journey to the presidency was marked by organization, disc

It was the third week of September, and Senator John McCain was speaking to a nearly empty convention center in Jacksonville, Fla. Lehman Brothers had collapsed that day, a harrowing indicator of the coming financial crisis and a reminder that the presidential campaign was turning into a referendum on which candidate could best address the nation's economic challenges. On stage, Mr. McCain, of Arizona, was trying to show concern for the prospect of hardship but also optimism about the country's resilience. "The fundamentals of the economy are strong," he said.

Wednesday, November 5,2008

Obama elected 44th president

Change has come to America, first African-American leader tells

Barack Obama, a 47-year-old first-term senator from Illinois, shattered more than 200 years of history Tuesday night by winning election as the first African-American president of the United States. A crowd of 125,000 people jammed Grant Park in Chicago, where Obama addressed the nation for the first time as its president-elect at midnight ET. Hundreds of thousands more - Mayor Richard Daley said he would not be surprised if a million Chicagoans jammed the streets - watched on a large television screen outside the park.

Tuesday, November 4,2008

Dennis Leary's Comments Taken Out of Context

By Andy Vogel

The people who are criticizing the "Autism Schmautism" chapter in my new book Why We Suck: A Feel Good Guide to Staying Fat, Loud, Lazy and Stupid clearly have not read it. Or if they have, they missed the sections I thought made my feelings about autism very clear: that I not only support the current rational approaches to the diagnoses and treatment of real autism but have witnessed it firsthand while watching very dear old friends raise a functioning autistic child.

Monday, November 3,2008

Woman denies Halloween candy to Obama supporters

Election Weirdness in Michigan

By Andy Vogel

A Grosse Pointe, Michigan woman has doled out political tricks by refusing Halloween treats to children whose parents support Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama. Shirley Nagel passed out candy Friday — but only to those who shared her support for Republican presidential candidate John McCain and running mate Sarah Palin.

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2008-12-01 7 pm

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Wine Tasting-Dessert Wine

The most exotic of all wines, they´re wonderful to celebrate with, indulge in, and make beautiful unique gifts. From Sauternes to Eiswein to Port we will taste a wide assortment of delicious dessert wines. Bring your sweet tooth! 7 PM $25 Reservations Appreciated.

Location: North Milwaukee