August 2001
Volume 26
Number 8
Features
2001 Best of Milwaukee
Reuben sandwiches? Fabulous. Cap’n Erv? Fabulous. Mader’s beer list? Fabulous. Making the cut isn’t easy, but once you’re in our legendary Best Of story, you’re one of the few, the proud…
Edited by Ann Christenson
Out
Tim Carpenter has been a state representative for 16 years, an active campaigner, outspoken Democrat and tight-lipped guard of his life outside politics. For the first time, he speaks candidly about his sexuality and how it may affect his career.
By Kurt Chandler
Building on Tradition
You go to Hollywood to make movies and Wisconsin to make cheese. It’s that simple. The cheeses themselves, well, they’re far from simple.
By Colleen Heather Rogan
Departments
Outfront
Stories that illuminate.
By John Fennell
This Month
Life is a cabaret, old chum. The music continues, with some art, theater and festivals thrown in for variety.
Edited by Charlene Mills
Insider
His weapon is the Web, her harp soothes, his nonprofit teen machine and his mug shot.
Edited by Natalie Dorman
Pressroom Confidential
Would you want your number mistaken for a porn line? How the Shepherd Express goofed.
By Peter Robertson
Where Are They Now?
A song man and a former dance man.
By Pat Dillon
Inside Views
A peek into … a Miller theme pub, an urban learning center and Michael Lord’s new space.
Edited by Ann Christenson
City Beat
The Bradley Center wants to build a new mid-size arena. The Wisconsin Center has expansion plans of its own. Are they friends, allies? Heck, no!
By Bruce Murphy
Dining Out
Two new Downtown spots – Tula’s and Old Siam.
By Ann Christenson
Your Health
What women should know about hysterectomies and the alternatives to them.
By Janine S. Pouliot
Dining Guide
Patios, barbecued chicken, hot pancakes, steaks, restaurant news and more.
Endgame
Are school choice opponents twisting the truth?
By Mary Van de Kamp Nohl
On the Cover
Photograph by Kevin J. Miyazaki
