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UW-Madison Program Helps Businesses Be Eco-Friendly

Jamie Miller — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:15:17 +0000

A new UW-Madison program to evaluate and promote sustainable business practices is helping Wisconsin companies earn recognition for going green, cutting waste and being socially responsible.

Property Trax: Tips On Getting a Condo Sold in a Down Local Market

Jamie Miller — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:15:17 +0000

It’s still decidedly a buyer’s market, with months of inventory standing at 13.9 months on July 31, according to the latest MLS analysis at DaneCountyMarket.com.

Fewer WI Banks Are Unprofitable, FDIC Reports

Jamie Miller — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:15:16 +0000

More Wisconsin banks posted a profit in the second quarter, but lending remained slow in the state and nationwide.

tuesday’s top 12: fall colors

Katie Stephenson — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:17:26 +0000

So, I’m going against my own advice from (ahem) yesterday and looking forward to fall a wee bit. It’s been really hot here the last half of summer so while I’m still trying to relish the waning days of summer, I’m peeking ahead to the next season with big eyes. Here’s a few things that are on my radar:

1) Black Glasses Print, $12.00, Corella Design

2) Purple Kale and Eggplant Bouquet, $85.00, Jayson Home and Garden

3) Chocolate Brown Cable Afghan, $75.00, juliannadw

4) Limited Edition Cap, $42.00, Bricolagable

5) Hydrangea Nebulous Photography Print, $25.00, RaceyTay

6) Burmese Rosewood Candle, $9.00, Amazon

7) Persimmon Photographic Print, $15.00, Leefee Studios

Epice Scarf, $220, ArtEffect

9) Birdie Bungalow Dishtowel, $18.00, Anthropologie

10) Small Die Cut Fall Leaves, $7.50, Paper Source

11) Gold on Chocolate Lokta Paper, $4.95, Paper Source

12) Myriad Spice Pillow, $215.00, Jayson Home and Garden

this week’s menu

Sarah Klein — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:36:35 +0000

Someone recently asked me how my summer was (as in past tense, over, done, finito) … I know it’s almost Labor Day, but as someone whose birthday typically lands on one of two days — either the last day of summer or the first day of fall — summer is most definitely not over (at least not for another 23 days)! And while I am learning that outdoor swimming pools close around this time of year and stores are filled with wool and tweed, Mother Nature — via farmers’ market stands, CSA boxes and 90-degree days — is still screaming “SUMMER!” And so am I … winter in Wisconsin is long. I’m savoring every hot day I can. We’re still eating summer-style. I hope you do too. Stews and soups and casseroles can wait a few weeks, can’t they?

In the box:
Basil
Cantaloupe
Cippolini Onions
Cucumbers
Dragon Tongue Beans
Edamame
Eggplant
Garlic
Poblano Peppers
Patty Pan Squash
Red Lettuce
Red Onions
Roma Tomatoes
Sweet Mini Peppers
Watermelon

At the market:
apples
hazelnut grahams from Potter’s Crackers
milk
mint
Sassy Cow ice cream
sourdough raisin rolls from Madison Sourdough co.
tomatoes: slicers and red zebra

Menu: week of 28 August 2010
Saturday: ratatouille-stuffed grilled cheese sandwiches
Sunday: oven-roasted tomato and goat cheese pizza with fresh basil
Monday: chicken salsa verde with corn tortillas and a black-bean salad
Tuesday: roasted vegetable, orzo and feta salad
Wednesday: sausage and sweet pepper ciabatta sandwiches served with fresh dragon tongue beans
Thursday: linguine with basil pesto served with a tomato salad
Friday: TBD

Happy eating, -s.

Sonic Foundry is Included as a Sample Vendor in Six Hype Cycles for 2010 by Leading Industry Analyst Firm

Hershel Miller — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:15:56 +0000

Mediasite cited as example for lecture capture, video content management and delivery and others by leading analyst firm

vouching "four"

Katie Stephenson — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:15:53 +0000

I started the pining four and vouching four columns when I first started working on the Art Wall blog. I stopped doing them a while back, I think I forgot about them or something…maybe I fell out of love with the idea, I honestly don’t remember but I’m bringing them back for a round 2. Here’s four thing’s for which I will vouch:

1) The most under-appreciated flower around: baby’s breath. I think its so pretty and it lasts forever. I buy a small bunch at the market, split it up and use it in the bathrooms and on bedside tables. So sweet.

2) Summer! As September approaches, the lull of fall is easy to succumb to, but don’t dismiss the last days of this magnificent season. Despite the bugs and the heat, its got my heart. Viva el Verano!

3) Adina’s tiny disc gold necklace. My favorite jewelry staple. I actually can’t find it right now so I’m throwing this into the universe to try out that law of attraction I keep hearing about

4) Rainbows. It had been way, way too long since I’d seen one. This one was a full arch and obviously too beautiful for pictures.

New Verona Colonial, close to Epic & Schools

Jamie Miller — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:36:14 +0000

Welcome home! Step into this 3 year new home built with style and function! Main floor features a large kitchen, SS appliances, maple cabinets,breakfast bar, eat-in kitchen, opens to living room. Formal dining with built in butler’s pantry with wine rack, first floor office/den with french doors. Upstairs features master suite w/ trey ceilings,whirl pool tub, dual sinks, walk in closets. Finished LL with 4th bedroom and full bath and Family room. Close to Epic, walk to Glacier Elementary school and parks.

Milwaukee Alderman Proposes Selling $1 Homes to Flood Victims

Jamie Miller — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 15:07:48 +0000

In Milwaukee, residents who lost their homes in the flood late last month may now have the opportunity to buy one of a number city-owned foreclosed homes for $1.

In Beloit, Rental Properties Are About 40 Percent of Housing

Jamie Miller — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 15:07:48 +0000

In Wisconsin, nearly 40 percent of Beloit’s total housing stock is rental — a percentage that has stayed fairly steady over the years.