Over the years, Milwaukee has earned a reputation for its industrial strength, work ethic, and quality products, however; amid the changing economy there’s a growing desire among civic leadership to develop an additional trait: innovation. One of the driving forces behind that initiative is Badger Meter Chairman, President, and CEO, Rich Meeusen. WisconsinEye host Mark Siegrist and Videographer John Schroeder spoke at length with the dynamic executive about that vision on January 21, 2013.

It’s the best view of Milwaukee’s lakefront. And the North Point Lighthouse Friends organization plans to keep it that way. Preserving the great view is only part of its mission. The Lighthouse Friends are also honoring an important maritime service of the past. On January 18, 2013 WisconsinEye Host Mark Siegrist and  Videographer John Blandino made a followup visit to a neighborhood treasure.  Low Altitude Aerial Video by GreatLakesimaging.net  414.403.33.94

WisconsinEye producer, Grant Hermes, interviewed Wisconsin Rapids Mayor Zach Vruwink on December 14, 2012 at the WisconsinEye studio in Madison.

WisconsinEye producer Grant Hermes hosted a discussion on the study abroad program at UW-Madison on December 14, 2012 at the WisconsinEye studio in Madison. Panelists included: UW-Madison International Academic Programs peer advisors Mary Belovich and Josh Fellman and director Dan Gold.

The intersection of Wisconsin & Jefferson in downtown Milwaukee is the home of a timeless treasure. The Pfister Hotel dates back to 1893, the fulfillment of a civic vision for a gateway to the community. Today it is under the nurturing direction of its gatekeeper, Peter Mortensen. Host Mark Siegrist and WisconsinEye videographer Paul Schmidt visited the historic hotel on December 3, 2012.

Some people drive to the office in the morning. Howard Aprill heads for the trails. His workspace is a special stretch of natural terrain tucked in the heart of Milwaukee County’s Whitnall Park. It’s where wildlife roams, flourishes, and teaches visitors of the human kind the importance of stewardship in contemporary life. As a park naturalist it’s Aprill’s mission to serve as a bridge between both worlds. WisconsinEye host Mark Siegrist, and videographer John Schroeder, visited Wehr Nature Center on November 30, 2012.

Veteran Milwaukee journalist Robert Tanzilo loves old schoolhouses, so much so that he’s written a book about them. Historic Milwaukee Public Schoolhouses details the development of MPS, brick by brick. Tanzilo’s book offers a romantic perspective of how the grand old buildings have fit in Milwaukee’s skyline, and served as cultural anchors for the neighborhoods. Mark Siegrist and WisconsinEye videographer John Schroeder visited with the author at one of his favorite MPS properties, Maryland Avenue Montessori School on Milwaukee’s eastside. Their conversation was recorded on November 9, 2012.

WisconsinEye host John Powell interviewed George Meyer, Wisconsin Wildlife Federation, and Kurt Thiede, Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources, regarding Dr. James Kroll's Deer Management Report on July 18, 2012 in the WisconsinEye studio in Madison.

A fully-restored, World War II-era B-17G bomber, named the Sentimental Journey, arrived July 13, 2012 at Wisconsin Aviation in Madison to offer the public a glimpse inside the historic plane. WisconsinEye Host John Powell and Videographer John Schroeder visited the airfield to capture the event and spoke to Peter Buffington, EAA member and author of Squawk 7700, George Daubner, EAA member and pilot, and Fred Leidel, EAA member and B-17 propeller engineer.

WisconsinEye host John Powell interviewed white-tailed deer trustee Dr. James Kroll on the latest deer management report on July 10, 2012 at the WisconsinEye studio in Madison.

WisconsinEye host John Powell sat down with AARP Wisconsin's Communications Director Jim Flaherty and Advocacy Director Lisa Lamkins on June 18, 2012 in the WisconsinEye studio to discuss AARP's national questionnaire on Medicare and Social Security, "You've Earned a Say." For more information visit www.earnedasay.org.

WisconsinEye toured the EAA museum with Jeff Skiles, the pilot best known for his role in the emergency landing now known as the "Miracle on the Hudson."  Skiles is now vice president of chapters and youth education at EAA.  Host John Powell spoke with him about EAA, aviation's past and future, and of course the "Miracle on the Hudson."

WisconsinEye host John Powell discussed the long-term care service system, Family Care with State Issues Advocacy Director for AARP Wisconsin, Helen Marks Dicks, and Public Policy Coordinator for Disability Rights Wisconsin, Lisa Pugh, on February 6, 2012 in the WisconsinEye studios.

A former warehouse on a commercial street in suburban Milwaukee has been transformed into a building of cultural and spiritual significance. The Islamic Resource Center in Greenfield has become a national model for educational outreach in the greater community. The project is a dream come true for longtime Milwaukee activist, Janan Najeeb. Najeeb serves as President of the Milwaukee Muslim Women’s Coalition. WisconsinEye Host Mark Siegrist, and Videographer John Schroeder, visited the Islamic Resource Center on February 3, 2012.

Former longtime Alverno College President Sister Joel Read is one of the most respected educators in the nation. Sister Joel has served on White House commissions, and received numerous honors from major academic institutions. Yet the Milwaukee nun maintains a simple appreciation for the gift of learning, especially when that knowledge can be applied to everyday life. WisconsinEye Host Mark Siegrist spoke at length with Sister Joel about her Alverno experience, her love of learning, and what it takes to maintain a vibrant classroom. Siegrist, and Videographer John Schroeder, videotaped their conversation on February 3, 2012.