I lost my voice. December came and I found I had nothing to say. This might sound a little rude, but I really should have just cussed some folks out. I became stifled by my inability to filter out people’s accusations, perceptions, and my own defeatist thoughts about my writing and community efforts: I do not write hip enough. I do not write white enough. My stuff is too black. I am not black enough. I do not write for the black community. I am the token Negro of the white paper. I am not a tweed-jacket journalistic scholar. My words should ignite a revolution. My words will not change the world. I need to use my activist energy in the hood, not cozy Riverwest. How can I take a stance on African-American issues when I am married to a white man?
2004
Riverwest Business Relies on Doggie Business
Most people dread doing it. I must admit I almost always leave it to my husband. It’s a dirty job and yes, someone has to do it. I’m talking about scooping dog poop. But K9 Waste Removal Services will do professional “turd-herding” for you.
Small Animal Hospital Creates a Big Splash Just East of the River
I stopped in at the new Small Animal Hospital on Newhall, just north of North Avenue, to ask a question about one of my cats. I was immediately impressed. Inside and out, this is a state-of-the-art facility designed to give the best medical attention to our furry friends while comfortably accommodating their owners. The building has a large reception area with big windows. The bench seats flip up and hold books and toys for kids waiting for Sparky to get his shots.
A Walk Through the Obermann Brewery
by Erik Peterson, Beer Barons of Milwaukee
A significant piece of Milwaukee’s brewing history is sitting on the corner of 5th and Cherry, only a couple blocks from the Brewery Credit Union. It’s for sale. It could be a brewery once again. Local developers and nationally-known brewery historians have been looking at it for some time now.
Mayoral Candidates on “Neighborhood Economies”
Eleven mayoral candidates were asked the following questions this month. All responded by e-mail unless otherwise noted: “What role should the city play in fostering neighborhood-scale economic development? Are there any specific programs or changes you would implement to help stimulate Milwaukee’s “neighborhood economies”?
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