Late in my work day today, I had to do some calling to the City of Milwaukee offices. It was late in the day but I was truly struck by how the city offices are not only closed for Monday, which is Memorial Day but also for the Friday before. Milwaukee is one of those cities using ‘furloughs’ around major holidays, giving employees the day off without pay to save … [Read more...] about Cardboard Heroes Became Real Heroes During War Time
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Say What? High School Stars Overloaded With Autograph Obligations
Some of the nation's best high school football players will compete in next Saturday afternoon's Army All-American game in San Antonio. Among the tasks on the docket before the big showcase? Autographs. Apparently, they were put to work signing not just a few things to trade with each other. Players were ushered into a room, handed a couple of Sharpies and told to sign a … [Read more...] about Say What? High School Stars Overloaded With Autograph Obligations
Big Crowd for Rodriguez Auction
No matter your profession, being fired is never easy. Coaches live with the possibility every year, especially those employed in places where winning big is expected. Rich Rodriguez was fired at Michigan on January 5 but he turned the disappointment into a good thing for needy people in the state. Rodriguez boxed up some of his memorabilia and apparel from his three years … [Read more...] about Big Crowd for Rodriguez Auction