http://onmilwaukee.com/rss/rss_drewolson.xml Milwaukee's Daily Magazine Drew Olson en-us Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:45:09 CST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://onmilwaukee.com/images/layout/omc_rssfeed_logo.gif http://onmilwaukee.com 204 67 Citing "significant deterioration," the Department of Transportation announced plans to rebuild three bridge structures in the Zoo Interchange. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/zoointerchangebridges.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/zoointerchangebridges.html?20895 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:43:00 CST A lot of bands would crumble under a schedule that includes between 200 and 250 live shows per year, but Cross Canadian Ragweed is still going strong after 15 years. The "red dirt" band from Texas, by way of Oklahoma, brings its high-energy show to Milwaukee's Shank Hall Friday night. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/crosscanadianragweed.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/crosscanadianragweed.html?20827 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:03:00 CST For the first time in 40-plus years, I live in a house without a daily newspaper subscription. It was a hard habit to break. http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/byebyebroadsheet.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/byebyebroadsheet.html?20874 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:09:00 CST Four songs into their show Sunday night at the Bradley Center, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band performed the classic album "Born to Run" in its entirety. At the close of "Jungleland," the group could have called it quits and most in the crowd would have gone home happy. The Boss kept the highlights coming in a set that stretched nearly three hours. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenbradleycenter111609.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenbradleycenter111609.html?20851 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:54:00 CST Part of the fun of attending a concert by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band is guessing which songs the band will pull from its deep catalog. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteensetlist2009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteensetlist2009.html?20842 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:17:00 CST Bruce Springsteen has always treated every concert as if it was his last. As the E Street Band prepares to visit the Bradley Center for a Sunday night show that will feature a performance of the "Born to Run" album in its entirety, fans are wondering whether this may be the group's last local performance as a unit. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenpreview111409.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenpreview111409.html?20841 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:12:00 CST After losing a disappointing game last week in Tampa, the Packers face a virtual must-win contest against Dallas. The key to success, as always, will be the protection that the offensive line affords quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who has been sacked 37 times this season. If Green Bay loses, will another grounds crew worker be fired? Stay tuned. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard111409.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard111409.html?20843 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:16:00 CST The Pfister Hotel, which holds a special place in Bruce Springsteen lore, is offering drink specials and a photo exhibit in advance of the E Street Band's visit to Milwaukee. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/pfisterareyouloose.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/pfisterareyouloose.html?20840 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:03:00 CST Realizing that many fans multi-task while watching their games on TV, the Bucks have launched a new "TV Companion," which will provide access to game notes, real-time stats, breaking news, shot charts and play-by-play analysis. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/buckstvcompanion.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/buckstvcompanion.html?20812 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:55:00 CST Legendary E Street Band sax player Clarence Clemons has cut always cut a "larger than life" figure. It's no surprise, then, that his autobiography -- the first written by a member of the group -- is called "Big Man: Real Life and Tall Tales." http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/clarenceclemonsbook.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/clarenceclemonsbook.html?20804 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:15:00 CST You may not have heard of Prote-J, a 21-year-old hip-hop artist from Orlando, by way of Los Angeles and Papua New Guinea, but if you've been to a Brewers game in the past year or so you've heard his song "Heir to the Throne," which is Prince Fielder's at-bat song. We caught up with the composer and asked about his music and his relationship with the Brewers first baseman. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/protej.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/protej.html?20783 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:09:00 CST The second half of the Packers' season is no longer about driving for a division title or chasing a playoff berth. In the wake of a stunning loss to previously winless Tampa Bay Sunday afternoon at Raymond James Stadium, the remaining eight games on Green Bay's schedule will be a battle for survival and a referendum on the team's leadership, specifically head coach Mike McCarthy. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packersbuccaneers110909.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packersbuccaneers110909.html?20781 Mon, 9 Nov 2009 05:01:00 CST Five games is a small sample and nobody is printing playoff tickets yet, but the Bucks are taking steps toward winning back fans and creating buzz. The play of rookie point guard Brandon Jennings (foreground) has been impressive, Andrew Bogut (above) looks healthy and second-round pick Jodie Meeks joined forces with both during a blowout victory over the Knicks on Saturday. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard110709.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard110709.html?20775 Sat, 7 Nov 2009 23:10:00 CST We just finish Halloween, but Christmas is around the corner. Workers were installing decorations and trees at Cathedral Square Park. http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/christmascathedral.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/christmascathedral.html?20762 Fri, 6 Nov 2009 05:08:00 CST Now that the Yankees have defeated the Phillies, captured their 27th championship and are planning their victory parade, the rest of the baseball world will begin making off-season plans. For the Brewers, the "to do" list includes deciding which veteran free agents to retain and the almost never-ending pursuit of quality pitching. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewoffseason2010.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewoffseason2010.html?20744 Thu, 5 Nov 2009 16:12:00 CST Ask people to name the top businesses in Milwaukee and they'll likely rattle off names like MillerCoors, Harley-Davidson and Northwestern Mutual Life. Hal Leonard Co. is a well-kept secret. In an unassuming building at 77th and Bluemound, chairman Keith Mardak has built that largest sheet music publisher in the world and a hugely successful company that touches many aspects of the music industry. http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/halleonardco.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/halleonardco.html?20729 Wed, 4 Nov 2009 13:07:00 CST Now that Favreapalooza is over, Wisconsin sports fans need help in their "pain transition." We're here for you, folks. As you work your way from a stabbing, searing sensation to a dull ache and general feeling of numbness, fans can take a look at things that happened when the focus was on Brett Favre's return to Lambeau Field. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/sportsrecap110309.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/sportsrecap110309.html?20723 Tue, 3 Nov 2009 13:04:00 CST As part of a company-wide Wellness Initiative, employees at Tekra Corporation, 16700 W. Lincoln Ave., took part in cooking classes and had a "healthy cook-off." http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/tekracorpcookoff.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/tekracorpcookoff.html?20713 Mon, 2 Nov 2009 11:11:00 CST Brett Favre was practically brilliant on Sunday. Aaron Rodgers was merely good. To simply say, "Favre beat Rodgers" is simplistic and borderline ridiculous. The Vikings beat the Packers. Quarterback play was a component, but not the major one. A number of problems were revealed during the Packers' defeat, but quarterback play isn't near the top half of the list. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/rodgerspackers110209.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/rodgerspackers110209.html?20708 Mon, 2 Nov 2009 04:59:00 CST Daylight savings ends -- or ended, depending on when you're reading this -- overnight. Few people complain about the extra hour. What will you do with it? http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/daylightsavingsfallback09.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/daylightsavingsfallback09.html?20699 Sun, 1 Nov 2009 00:02:00 CST If you had a chance to attend Game 1 of the World Series at Yankee Stadium, would you go? Even if you didn't have a rooting interest in either team? Of course you would ... http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/worldseriesgame1blog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/worldseriesgame1blog.html?20685 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:10:00 CST In a new book, "unSweetined," former "Full House" star Jodie Sweetin reveals details about her problems with drugs, including an April 2007 episode at Marquette University. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/sweetinmarquette.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/sweetinmarquette.html?20640 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:40:00 CST With a week remaining before Brett Favre's return to Lambeau Field with the Vikings, the Packers and Ryan Grant (pictured after a leap into the stands) get ready to play a road game against the Cleveland Browns, who are both awful and flu-ridden. We've got the basic info and some things to watch in that game, as well as comments about the Bucks and a healthy dose of the Larry King Lounge. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard102509.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard102509.html?20628 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 08:57:00 CST You don't have to drive to the near South Side to find delicious Mexican food in a cool atmosphere. With two locations, Habanero's Mexican Kitchen offers a cool environment, quick service, tasty food and an impressive selection of tequilas. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewhabaneros.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewhabaneros.html?20625 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:03:00 CST The lowly chicken wing, once an afterthought and an excuse for bars to sell beer, is becoming a dietary staple in the U.S. The onset of football season has led to a price hike. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/wingpricehike.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/wingpricehike.html?20599 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:55:00 CST We first met Mark Malkoff when he was living in an AirTran jet for the month of June. Thursday, the comedian / filmmaker returned to town as part of his current project, "Keys to the City." Malkoff is traveling the country and performing community service tasks for mayors in exchange for keys. We caught up with him before stints in Milwaukee and West Allis. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/malkoffkeystothecity.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/malkoffkeystothecity.html?20598 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:53:00 CST Locksley has been on the road for nearly a month, playing shows to promote its new 7-inch single on Wicked Cool Records and to its upcoming album, due in January. The band also has been dreaming up costume ideas and gags for what promises to be a highlight of the tour -- a gig at Freakfest on Halloween night in Madison. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/locksleyhalloween.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/locksleyhalloween.html?20579 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:10:00 CST We all like to think we have good taste. "Supertasters" experience more profound reactions to certain types of food. If you don't like coffee, grapefruit, broccoli or other vegetables, you might be a supertaster. Or not. With help from a kit procured online, we tested the OnMilwaukee.com editorial staff and found there were no supertasters among us and only two "tasters." http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/supertasters.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/supertasters.html?20565 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:05:00 CST As is often the case, the scoreboard doesn't tell the whole story. The Packers won the game comfortably, but their performance was anything but pristine. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packerslions101909.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packerslions101909.html?20549 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:18:00 CST If you've wondered who sings the song in the star-studded T-Mobile MyTouch cell phone commercial, we've got your answer. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/tmobilemytouchsong.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/tmobilemytouchsong.html?20544 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:52:00 CST The Bradley Center announced today that Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will perform the acclaimed 1975 album in its entirety Nov. 15 at the Bradley Center. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenbtrbradleycenter.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenbtrbradleycenter.html?20509 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:01:00 CST After commuting to pro soccer jobs for the past two decades, Peter Wilt has rejoined the Wave as president and CEO and will focus on returning the team to prominence. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/wavepeterwilt.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/wavepeterwilt.html?20506 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:28:00 CST This ad is an oldie (by Web standards), but a goodie. It answers the questions athletes have asked for years. Don't be fooled by the Mentos/Diet Coke-type setup. It's worth the 40 seconds of your life. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/squirrelsoccer.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/squirrelsoccer.html?20481 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:34:00 CST People are buzzing about Bon Iver's performance last night at the Riverside Theater and a cover of The Outfield hit "Your Love" was a highlight. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/boniveroutfield.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/boniveroutfield.html?20478 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:30:00 CST The morning rush hour was markedly less maddening on Monday, and we probably can thank Christopher Columbus for that. http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/columbusdaytraffic.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/columbusdaytraffic.html?20468 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 09:38:00 CST In honor of dining month here at OnMilwaukee.com, we kick off this edition of Scorecard with an item about athletes and food. Just before training camp, Bucks rookie point guard Brandon Jennings indicated that he likes to hang around Bayshore Town Center, in part because he loves eating at The Cheesecake Factory. While hardly surprising, that revelation struck a chord. One of the more common questions we get asked at Saturday Scorecard headquarters is "Where do players like to go to eat?" http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard101009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard101009.html?20452 Sat, 10 Oct 2009 09:18:00 CST A picture is worth 1,000 words. In this case, involving Brett Favre, maybe it's more. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/deannafavrethanksted.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/deannafavrethanksted.html?20450 Fri, 9 Oct 2009 15:34:00 CST Today's at-a-glance review focuses on a Downtown steakhouse with a happy hour that is one of the best-kept secrets in town. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewchophouse.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewchophouse.html?20435 Fri, 9 Oct 2009 09:28:00 CST Even in this Internet age, when you can find 40 variations of almost every recipe with a few clicks of the mouse, cookbooks hold a prominent place in most bookstores. One of the many sub-genres is "regional," which means if you're looking for ways to make traditional Wisconsin dishes like sauerbraten, a fish boil or even "booyah," you'll find plenty of help. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/wisconsincookbooks.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/wisconsincookbooks.html?20402 Wed, 7 Oct 2009 15:07:00 CST The Brewers officially announced the signing of closer Trevor Hoffman, which means another year of "Hells Bells" at Miller Park. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/trevortimevideo.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/trevortimevideo.html?20408 Wed, 7 Oct 2009 10:29:00 CST With repeated airings during football games and network shows, the trailer for John Cusack's upcoming movie "2012" is creating a buzz. When you think about it, that's what trailers are supposed to do. http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/2012trailer.html http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/2012trailer.html?20400 Tue, 6 Oct 2009 19:32:00 CST A whole lot of Packers fans watched Brett Favre perform on "Monday Night Football" and were overcome by waves of nostalgia. Decked out in Vikings purple and performing before a shrieking throng in the Metrodome, Favre shredded the Packers defense and led his team to a 30-23 victory that was far more convincing than the final score indicates. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gbreplay100509.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gbreplay100509.html?20383 Tue, 6 Oct 2009 00:23:00 CST You might not own one (yet), but you've probably seen some of the shirts that began making the rounds since Brett Favre decided to put on the purple helmet and play for the Vikings. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favretshirts.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favretshirts.html?20370 Mon, 5 Oct 2009 10:24:00 CST After weeks of hype and hyperbole, it's time for the Packers to face Brett Favre on "Monday Night Football" at the Metrodome. With kickoff looming in just a few hours, we offer some nuts and bolts to get you ready. Now, make sure the beer is on ice, order the chicken wings and make sure there is a place at the bar or on the sofa. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packvikespreview.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packvikespreview.html?20365 Mon, 5 Oct 2009 07:12:00 CST A staple on the West Side since 1976, Saz's is famous for serving food at festivals, but the restaurant remains the cornerstone of Steve Sazama's business. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewsazs.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewsazs.html?20349 Fri, 2 Oct 2009 16:51:00 CST When coach Rob Jeter has the Panthers run "The Hill," it's part conditioning exercise, part team-building and part torture. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/thehilluwmbasketball.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/thehilluwmbasketball.html?20344 Fri, 2 Oct 2009 14:01:00 CST One of the more memorable concerts in Bruce Springsteen's career will be celebrated in words and pictures at Light Ideas Gallery. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenforum.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenforum.html?20342 Fri, 2 Oct 2009 07:44:00 CST Bruce Springsteen unveiled a new song last night called "Wrecking Ball," which is a tribute to soon-to-be-razed Giants Stadium. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenwreckingball.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/springsteenwreckingball.html?20338 Thu, 1 Oct 2009 16:19:00 CST This one is pretty self-explanatory. And pretty funny. http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/puppyrollover.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/puppyrollover.html?20331 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:53:00 CST The final score screamed "rout." The final stats shouted "closer than it looked" and "closer than it should have been." None of that really matters now. Sure, the Packers needed to beat the Rams Sunday in St. Louis, especially after losing a home game to Cincinnati in Week 2. Now that the game is over, and the expected verdict was reached, everyone can focus on Favre-a-palooza. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gbreplay092809.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gbreplay092809.html?20283 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 05:15:00 CST