Tuesday Tea Discusses Leadership Skills with UWM Students Posted on December 28, 2024December 28, 2024 by Grace Santiago Walking up the stairs to the third floor of the UWM Student Union leads you to the Student Involvement Lounge. Here is where an event called Tuesday Tea takes place. A large sign sits to guide newcomers to the area. A table is set up with free mugs for attendees to choose from. Another table […]
Fans Hold Memorials for Liam Payne Around the World Posted on December 24, 2024December 24, 2024 by Brooke Saint Louis-Hargraves Fans of Liam Payne in Milwaukee at the North Point Lighthouse are holding memorials to honor the star after he fell to his death on Oct. 16, 2024, in Buenos Aires at a hotel. “I set up the memorial because never knowing or meeting Liam personally, grieving was hard and confusing,” Kameron Jones, creator of […]
The Superbowl of Old Guard Games Posted on December 19, 2024December 19, 2024 by Casmir Byrne Most nights at Old Guard Games, a gaming store across the street from the UWM campus, there is some kind of open play event. Here, experienced fans or total newcomers can stop by and play some tabletop games. On Wednesday nights, the event is Bloodbowl, a miniatures game based on American football made by Games […]
Horses and Happiness: The Story of S.M.I.L.E.S. Posted on December 18, 2024December 18, 2024 by Stephen Wielebski In this short documentary, Stephen Wielebski introduces us to a non-profit organization called Special Methods In Learning Equine Skills Incorporated (SMILES Inc.). Based in Darrien, WI, SMILES has a 35-acre riding facility that provides joy to individuals with special needs of all ages through equine-assisted therapies.
.zipbomb Posted on December 18, 2024December 18, 2024 by William Stauber Soik In this short documentary, Bill Stauber introduces us to Madison-based band .zipbomb. While it is a small band, they are planning to perform at a show on December 29th. The band’s weeknight rehearsals, which run for nearly three hours, help them find the things that work, the ones that don’t, and the places they need […]
The Cantata Posted on December 18, 2024December 18, 2024 by Angelica Fuentes In this short documentary, Angelica Fuentes introduces us to Carra-Lyn, a music director at the Sheboygan First Congregational Church. She directs the choir every Sunday and directs the annual Christmas Cantata. Every week there are choir and band practices in preparation for the event, where people get together to listen and work on the notes, […]
Myanmar Refugees Rebuild Their Lives in Milwaukee Posted on December 17, 2024December 18, 2024 by Jesselan Yang What changes about life when you suddenly move to another country with different customs and a different language? Everything. Milwaukee has seen an increase of refugees from Myanmar due to the on-going military coup that began in 2021. Just like everyone else, they are adventuring for a good, simple life even if it costs an […]
The Importance of Wisconsin Forests and Those Who Support Them Posted on December 17, 2024December 17, 2024 by Joseph Tweet Did you know that by using local forest trails, you actually maintain and protect them? In this story, Joe Tweet shows us how paying your trail fees makes the money go right back into the park systems.
Urban Ecology Center Hosts Christmas Bird Count Posted on December 17, 2024December 17, 2024 by Graham Thomas Cold weather is no match for the dedication of some Milwaukee birders who participated in this year’s Christmas Bird Count, hosted by the Urban Ecology Center. Graham Thomas tells us more.
Kochanski’s: Embracing Milwaukee’s Polish Ties Posted on December 17, 2024December 17, 2024 by Sophi Stezala Milwaukee’s historic polish community is still thriving in contemporary cultural hubs across the city. Sophia Stezala tells us more.
Koz’s Mini Bowl: A Small Town Bar in the Big City Posted on December 17, 2024December 17, 2024 by Peyton Radloff Most small town Wisconsinites can say they grew up on a spinning bar stool in a dimly lit dive bar, hearing the clatter of pool balls hitting each other, and their parents laughing with old friends while having a couple of beers. Everybody knew everyone, and sometimes the kind bartender would sneak you a virgin […]