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Heart of the Matter

by Judith Ann Moriarty

When the muse nudges poet John Tyson, he puts his thoughts to paper waiting in a ’60s Smith-Corona electric typewriter. A gift from his sons, the vintage machine’s sound and deliberate feel turn him on, though now and then he constructs his poems by hand, on sheets of white paper.

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Where Do Bugs Go In the Winter?

by Beth Fetterly One of the wonders of nature is the seemingly complete disappearance of insects once the temperature drops below freezing and the subsequent multitudes of insects swarming each summer. Where do insects go in the winter? Do they die? Hibernate? Migrate? Stay active? The answer is yes. Insects are the most diverse order […]

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Butterscotch and the Link

by Ashley Hardin It was a day in late May, the sun was shining, and a homeless cat lay bruised and bloody on the streets of Milwaukee. A group of children had decided that it would be a fun game to see who could run over him with a bike the most times. It is […]

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America’s Black Holocust Museum: A Legacy of Truth

by Tanya Cromartie-Twaddle

The stories of slavery and the civil rights movement can be found in countless history books and movies. And although many museums are rightfully dedicated to preserving the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans to civilization, there is only one committed to vividly reminding people of the horrors from this time in history.

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RIC Opportunities

The Riverwest Investment Co-op (RIC) has opportunities for people to build up some sweat equity. Work days are Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; contact Jim Klisch at bigjim1952@msn.com or 414/403-0480. Appropriate work wear is required. RIC is also accepting members and investors; prospective buyers are also welcome to contact the group at riverwestinvestmentcoop@yahoo.com. […]