The county recently adapted new bus routing and scheduling after a Costco opened in Menomonee Falls, but the needs of some workers on the early shift remain unmet and the long-term future of the route is uncertain.
Matthew Wisla
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Favorite of 2015: Slam poetry champs gear up for national competition
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service covered a wide range of stories focused on central city neighborhoods during 2015. NNS reporter Matthew Wisla explains why the story republished here is his favorite of those he wrote this year.
Posted inCommunity, News
New executive directors bring fresh perspectives to community organizations
Several prominent organizations have named new executive directors recently and the Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service polled them on neighborhood development, public safety and plans for leading their organizations forward.
Posted inEconomic Development, News
African-American arena supporters face skepticism from constituents
Despite pushback from community residents, arena proponents see opportunity for job growth and development in the proposal passed by the state Assembly.
Posted inEducation, News
Favorite of 2014: Former MPS superintendent backs Common Core education standards
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service covered a wide range of stories focused on central city neighborhoods during 2014. NNS reporter Matt Wisla explains why the story republished here is the favorite of those he wrote this year.
Posted inCommunity, News
Obama’s immigration reforms leave South Side activists wanting more
South Side immigration rights activists are reacting to reforms announced by President Obama with “a divided heart,” pledging to continue fighting for more changes.
Posted inNews, Public Safety & Criminal Justice
Neighborhoods earn national recognition for partnerships with police
The MetLife Foundation and LISC recognized three community organizations for their work with police to reduce crime. This is the first time three groups from the same city received the national award.
Posted inNews, Public Safety & Criminal Justice
Neighborhoods earn national recognition for partnerships with police
The MetLife Foundation and LISC recognized three community organizations for their work with police to reduce crime. This is the first time three groups from the same city received the national award.
Posted inCommunity, Housing, News
Grant helps keep Capitol Heights lawns trimmed, youth busy
The Capitol Heights Summer Youth Program will continue next year thanks to a $15,000 grant from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative.