Dining - June 17, 2013
Longtime server reflects on the iconic Coffee Trader
Even though the Coffee Trader was notorious for slow service and mediocre food, people returned again and again. Many stayed for hours at a time. The restaurant / bar and bakery was also known for a steady turnover of employees, with the exception of Mary Beatty.

Festival Guide - June 17, 2013
Juneteenth Day: June 19
Milwaukee's Juneteenth Day celebration marks the freeing of the slaves after the Civil War. The city comes alive for this meaningful event that begins with a parade and ends with a street festival featuring entertainment and food.

Marketplace - June 16, 2013
Find My Spot puts finger on the pulse of local renting options
In March, Heather Johnston launched Find My Spot, an online service that helps relocating-for-work people land in the right Milwaukee apartment and neighborhood. And yes, she's aware of the hint of sass in the name.

Milwaukee Buzz - June 13, 2013
Milwaukee is the 5th most sinful city in America, says Movoto
The folks over at Movoto have come out with another list, this one ranking the cities of the nation based on their "sinfulness" relative to the Seven Deadly Sins (lust, pride, wrath, envy, greed, gluttony and sloth). Apparently by these standards, Milwaukee comes in No. 5.

Living - June 13, 2013
Is Edward Snowden a hero or a traitor?
The Edward Snowden case is a fascinating look at the changing political climate in America. People who base their political outlooks on the Constitution are up in arms. The outrageous invasion of privacy is nothing new but is, all the same, alarming. I cannot support any policy that allows the government to freely spy on Americans not suspected of a crime.