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Firestarter Films is for filmmakers, by filmmakers
In Movies & TV
By Julie Lawrence - 5:19 a.m.
To anyone who says that Milwaukee's independent film industry is lagging behind other cities', Shawn Monaghan would probably laugh and say, "You're obviously not looking hard enough."
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Cutline: Firestarter Films co-founders Phil Koch and Shawn Monaghan.
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Brother Ali sits in on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon"
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - 11:56 p.m.
The Minneapolis rapper, born in Madison, guested with the Roots Tuesday night on NBC's "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon." ...
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In Music
"Live Anthology" showcases Petty's road work
By Drew Olson - Tuesday
A generation ago, bands released live albums when their recording contracts were about to expire and/or a bad case of ...
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In Travel & Visitors Guide
Las Vegas shines neon lights on economic recovery
By Andy Tarnoff - Tuesday
Vegas is back, baby -- tan, rested and ready to lead America into recovery. What happens in Vegas might stay in Vegas ...
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In Movies & TV
OnMedia: Fox's "Glee" gets four Golden Globe nominations
By Tim Cuprisin - Tuesday
Fox's blend of high school comedy, drama and music known as "Glee" leads the pack of TV shows in Golden Globe nominations. ...
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In Holiday Guide
New Year's Eve bar guide, 2009
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - Tuesday
Milwaukee's bars and clubs are pulling out all the stops for your '09 New Year's Eve celebration. Whether you're looking ...
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In Music
Revamped Mad Trucker unleashes new CD
By Bobby Tanzilo - Tuesday
For much of the 1990s Mad Trucker Gone Mad tore up the country with its red-hot psychobilly, a high-octane blend of ...
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In Sports
Time to end the Michael Redd era in Milwaukee
By Dave Begel - Tuesday
Michael Redd is a great story ... a former second-round draft pick turned All-Star turned Olympian. But as good as Redd ...
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In Dining
Rock Bottom is far from it
By Amy L. Schubert - Monday
For more than ten years on Milwaukee's Downtown Riverwalk, Rock Bottom Brewery has served simple appetizers and entrees ...
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In Holiday Guide
Interview with a Harlem Globetrotter, 2009
By Molly Snyder Edler - Monday
The Harlem Globetotters return to Milwaukee for two New Year's Eve games at the Bradley Center. Tickets are still available ...
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In Sports Briefs
Brewers introduce Wolf
By Andrew Wagner - Monday
The Brewers Monday introduced left-hander Randy Wolf, who agreed to a three-year deal worth roughly $31 million.
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In Music
Gig roundup: Joker's Henchmen join reunions craze
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - Monday
Get ready to party like its 1986 on Friday when A Deerlick Christmas lands at Club Garibaldi on the corner of Russell ...
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In Movies & TV
OnMedia: "Battlestar Galactica" tops the DVR list
By Tim Cuprisin - Monday
Nielsen ranks to most-DVR'd shows on TV... NBC launches a week-long singing competition... And Sarah Palin takes on ...
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In Holiday Guide
Agnostics / atheists reflect on Christmas
By Molly Snyder Edler - Monday
Four Milwaukeeans who identify themselves as agnostic or atheist weigh in with their holiday thoughts and divulge whether ...
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In Sports
Green Bay replay: Packers 21, Bears 14
By Drew Olson - Monday
The Packers didn't look particularly crisp or efficient Sunday afternoon at Soldier Field. But, they were resilient ...
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In Sports
Brewers roster has a balanced look
By Andrew Wagner - Sunday
Only 10 players on the Brewers' current roster were on the 2008 National League Division Series roster. Considering ...
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Milwaukee Face Off: Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival vs. Miller Lite
By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - Sunday
Bear with us while we explain the concept for this series of articles: we take two seemingly unrelated Milwaukee icons, ...
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In Dining
Shepherd's pie: Crusty in a good way
By Molly Snyder Edler - Sunday
Shepherd's pie -- sometimes referred to as "cottage pie" -- is one of the staples in the world of English / Irish comfort ...
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In Holiday Guide
Disney, The Rep score big with "A Christmas Carol"
By Eric Huber - Sunday
Even if you've seen it dozens of times, you can never get tired of Charles Dickens' classic work. We compare the most ...
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In Living
OnDesign: Design by committee, seriously
By Libby Castro - Saturday
A few weeks ago, Libby Castro had the pleasure of sitting down with Jan Van Den Kieboom, owner and lead architect for ...
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In Sports
Saturday Scorecard: Tiger will take a mulligan
By Drew Olson - Saturday
Tiger Woods announced on his Web site that he is taking a sabbatical from the saturation media coverage created by his ...
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Urgin' For A Purgin'
By ItsMrLucky - Tuesday
Monday December 14th, 2009 - Lake Villa, IL   It’s amazing how people make the same mistakes over and over again. I’m an especially guilty ...

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Take the Milwaukee challenge: Elegant Farmer vs. Apple Holler apple pies
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This may have been the most difficult Milwaukee Challenge ever, since the apple ...

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Somebody call the cops -- KISS got robbed again! What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Drew Olson - Tuesday
Once again, Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and friends were bypassed by voters at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Apparently, ... Read more
 
In Holiday Guide Blogs
A gift a day: Aquapod Bottle Launcher What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Molly Snyder Edler - Tuesday
The Aquapod launches plastic soda bottles up to 100 feet in the air. For most kids, this makes for an afternoon of sheer ... Read more
 
In Holiday Guide Blogs
A gift a day: Griffin Simplifi What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Andrew Wagner - Tuesday
With its iPhone/iPod charger and sync cradle, two powered USB ports and a four-in-one memory card reader, the Griffin ... Read more
 
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Buying or baking this holiday season? What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Maureen Post - Monday
Whether you're looking to give cookies, cakes and pies as gifts, need a sweet to take to a dinner party or just have ... Read more
 
In Dining Blogs
My healthy week isn't off to a good start What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Andy Tarnoff - Monday
As the year comes grinding to a halt, I know enough to realize that unhealthy eating temptations are lurking around ... Read more
 
In Holiday Guide Blogs
A gift a day: Summerfest gift cards What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Drew Olson - Monday
In the dead of winter, thinking about Summerfest can make cold days pass faster. That's why gift cards from the Big ... Read more
 
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In Music Blogs
Jennings robbed of gear; musicians rally to his aid What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Bobby Tanzilo - Monday
Veteran local musician Bob Jennings -- you remember him from such bands as The R&B Cadets, Semi-Twang, Blue in the Face ... Read more
 
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Maybe iPhone users owe AT&T an apology What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Drew Olson - Sunday
If you've ever cursed AT&T for a dropped call or bad Internet connection on your iPhone, you might want to start blaming ... Read more
 
In Holiday Guide Blogs
A gift a day: homemade decorations and tasty treats What is a blog? For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us. It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be.
By Amy L. Schubert - Sunday
Who says you need to buy a gift this holiday season? Read more
 
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Featured Staff Writers' Blogs
Tim Cuprisin
A comprehensive list of holiday TV specials
Posted on Dec. 11, 2009 - 7:00 p.m.
Molly Snyder Edler
A gift a day: Aquapod Bottle Launcher
Posted on Dec. 15, 2009 - 4:58 p.m.
Julie Lawrence
A Gift A Day: Lullabelly Prenatal Music Belt
Posted on Dec. 12, 2009 - 2:03 p.m.
Drew Olson
Somebody call the cops -- KISS got robbed again!
Posted on Dec. 15, 2009 - 7:02 p.m.
Maureen Post
Buying or baking this holiday season?
Posted on Dec. 14, 2009 - 3:53 p.m.
Jeff Sherman
One sign says it all
Posted on Dec. 11, 2009 - 09:24 a.m.
Bobby Tanzilo
Jennings robbed of gear; musicians rally to his aid
Posted on Dec. 14, 2009 - 09:22 a.m.
Andy Tarnoff
My healthy week isn't off to a good start
Posted on Dec. 14, 2009 - 2:16 p.m.
Andrew Wagner
A gift a day: Griffin Simplifi
Posted on Dec. 15, 2009 - 11:17 a.m.
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