Cathy Swessel is the director of foster care and adoption services for Children's Service Society of Wisconsin. May is designated National Foster Care Month by the National Foster Care Coalition. Swessel tells Stephanie Lecci just what the needs are in Milwaukee for foster parents.
Deanna Inniss is the retail recruiter for Milwaukee Downtown, also known as Business Improvement District #21. She's also the owner of a children’s wear shop in the Historic Third Ward called "Freckle Face Boutique." Inniss tells Mitch Teich that she believes the effort to attract national companies and local entrepreneurs to Milwaukee’s downtown can succeed, even before the rest of the economy improves.
Andrew Suvalsky is an award-winning jazz singer, interior designer and Milwaukee native. His latest CD is called "A World That Swings." He tells us why he decided to pursue jazz. Our interview with him first aired in March.
Melinda Myers is author of numerous books on gardening, including Month-by-Month Gardening in Wisconsin, and a regular contributor to Lake Effect. She joins Mitch Teich each month with ideas and tips for Wisconsin gardeners. This month, she talks about “Project Evergreen," a new commitment to green spaces all around Milwaukee.