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A Place for Nature in the City

by Laura Richard “For the past eight years, a small group of dedicated volunteers representing a diverse array of folk from the community (business people, land owners, non profit leaders, government officials, teachers and neighbors) have been working together toward the common goal of forever preserving and protecting the 5.5 mile natural corridor that borders […]

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An Oasis in the Heart of Harambee

by Charlesetta Thompson Photo by Kurt Johnson Dr. Janine A. James, president of The Cromwellness Perinatal Center of Wisconsin, S.C. finds creative and innovative ways to provide services to the uninsured and underinsured. Because of problems with accessing malpractice insurance, Dr. James is currently not treating pregnant women. She is working as a general practitioner, […]

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Signs of Spring

Story & photos by Tim Lambrecht If you are strolling down the east end of Brady Street and something seems different, you’re right, it is. The stylized “V” which was mounted above the entrance of Vucciria’s restaurant has been taken down. The restaurant has been re-named Coco Bella. Mimma & Joe Megna still own the […]

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Ask the Ecologist:

by Belle Bergner Q: I want to update my home with some eco-friendly, green design additions. The house is older (1895) but has been updated over the years with newer windows and overall is in fairly good condition. I have $2,000 that I’m willing to invest in the house right now to make it more […]