Hey, why don't you stick around for a couple of months?
Saturday, August 20, 2016
Friday, August 19, 2016
"The Origins of Hip Hop: Annual event celebrates Racine's cultural diversity"
From The Journal Times.com:
LEE B. ROBERTS lee.roberts@journaltimes.com
"The Origins of Hip Hop event will return to Racine’s lakefront on Saturday, Aug. 20, and everyone is welcome to come share this exploration of the culture of hip-hop, from 4 to 10 p.m. at Smoke’d on the Water, 3 Fifth St.
"In its fifth year, Origins of Hip Hop aims to highlight the five primary elements of hip-hop culture: DJ-ing, emceeing, graffiti art, breakdancing/all-styles hip-hop dancing and knowledge, according to Nick Ramsey, one of the event organizers. It will do so through a series of performances, workshops and competitions, or 'battles,' which together will not only celebrate the rich culture of this music genre, but raise awareness about it.
"By learning more about hip-hop culture, people will be better able to understand it, said Ramsey, a local emcee, poet and self-described 'addict of hip-hop culture.'
"Presenters will include local performers and artists, as well as those from as far away as Milwaukee and Louisville, Kentucky. And representatives of each element will present mini workshops designed to showcase that aspect, Ramsey said. His own presentation about the art of emceeing, for example, will include information about its historical roots in ancient storytelling, as well as practical tips about everything from meter and line to mic-holding skills, he said.
"Attendees will also have opportunities to get involved in the action. Anyone interested in trying their hand at graffiti art can do so on special panels provided at the event. And area hip-hop DJs, emcees, dancers and more are invited to enter competitions in their categories, with a chance to win cash prizes. Registration for competitions is available at the event, but must be done prior to the start of each competition (See event schedule below for details).
"'This event is really about everybody — young, old, all races — getting together and celebrating cultural diversity,” said Ramsey. “The thing I am most proud of is the way the Origins of Hip Hop really represents this city.'
"Caleb Robinson — owner of Smoke’d on the Water, who has been involved with the event since its start — said he, too, appreciates the diversity of Origins of Hip Hop.
"'What I love most about this event, is that it has such a positive feel,' Robinson said. 'It’s really about bringing people together and I wish everyone would stop down and see what it is about. Everyone is welcome.'
"Admission to the Origins of Hip Hop event is free (donations will be accepted), including all performances, presentations and competitions. Food and beverages will be available for sale at Smoke’d on the Water during the event.
"Robinson said the venue’s usual menu will be available, featuring specialities including pulled pork sandwiches and chicken wings. Origins of Hip Hop 5 T-shirts will also be available for sale, on a first-come, first-served basis.
LEE B. ROBERTS lee.roberts@journaltimes.com
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| Graphic Illustration by Dan Talsky, daniel.talsky@journalttimes.com, using artwork by Dee Hutch. |
"The Origins of Hip Hop event will return to Racine’s lakefront on Saturday, Aug. 20, and everyone is welcome to come share this exploration of the culture of hip-hop, from 4 to 10 p.m. at Smoke’d on the Water, 3 Fifth St.
"In its fifth year, Origins of Hip Hop aims to highlight the five primary elements of hip-hop culture: DJ-ing, emceeing, graffiti art, breakdancing/all-styles hip-hop dancing and knowledge, according to Nick Ramsey, one of the event organizers. It will do so through a series of performances, workshops and competitions, or 'battles,' which together will not only celebrate the rich culture of this music genre, but raise awareness about it.
"By learning more about hip-hop culture, people will be better able to understand it, said Ramsey, a local emcee, poet and self-described 'addict of hip-hop culture.'
"Presenters will include local performers and artists, as well as those from as far away as Milwaukee and Louisville, Kentucky. And representatives of each element will present mini workshops designed to showcase that aspect, Ramsey said. His own presentation about the art of emceeing, for example, will include information about its historical roots in ancient storytelling, as well as practical tips about everything from meter and line to mic-holding skills, he said.
"Attendees will also have opportunities to get involved in the action. Anyone interested in trying their hand at graffiti art can do so on special panels provided at the event. And area hip-hop DJs, emcees, dancers and more are invited to enter competitions in their categories, with a chance to win cash prizes. Registration for competitions is available at the event, but must be done prior to the start of each competition (See event schedule below for details).
Cultural diversity
"'This event is really about everybody — young, old, all races — getting together and celebrating cultural diversity,” said Ramsey. “The thing I am most proud of is the way the Origins of Hip Hop really represents this city.'
"Since its
inception, Origins of Hip Hop has expanded its reach throughout the
community to include a variety of partnerships with businesses,
organizations and individuals including Black Hand Tattoo, Christi
Beerntsen, the College of Art & Humanities at the University of
Wisconsin-Parkside, Downtown Racine Corp., Family Power Music, the
Racine Public Library, Sweatshop Movement, Willy’s Sole Kitchen and
Smoke’d on the Water. In years past the event has drawn as many as 300
people, and Ramsey said organizers are expecting between 400 and 500
this time around.
"Caleb Robinson — owner of Smoke’d on the Water, who has been involved with the event since its start — said he, too, appreciates the diversity of Origins of Hip Hop.
"'What I love most about this event, is that it has such a positive feel,' Robinson said. 'It’s really about bringing people together and I wish everyone would stop down and see what it is about. Everyone is welcome.'
"Admission to the Origins of Hip Hop event is free (donations will be accepted), including all performances, presentations and competitions. Food and beverages will be available for sale at Smoke’d on the Water during the event.
"Robinson said the venue’s usual menu will be available, featuring specialities including pulled pork sandwiches and chicken wings. Origins of Hip Hop 5 T-shirts will also be available for sale, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Origins of Hip Hop 5 events
"(Schedule is subject to change)
- 4-5 p.m. — DJ spinning old-school Hip-Hop and graffiti artists beginning their pieces
- 5-5:15 p.m. — DJ workshop
- 5:15-5:45 p.m. — DJ battle (DJs must register by 4:30)
- 5:45-6 p.m. — Performance by ESCH, of Racine
- 6-6:15 p.m. — Graffiti workshop: Pre-made backdrops will be available for people to create their own graffiti art
- 6:15-6:30 p.m. — Performance by Sypher Lady X of Milwaukee
- 6:30-6:45 p.m. — Breakdance workshop
- 6:45-7 p.m. — Dancer warm-up and opportunity for attendees to try out their new knowledge
- 7-8 p.m. — Breakdance and All-Styles dance battles (dancers must register by 6 p.m.)
- 8-8:15 p.m. — Performance (performer TBA)
- 8:15 — 8:45 p.m. — Freestyle Emcee Competition (emcees must register by 7 p.m.)
- 8:45-10 p.m. — Performance by RMLLW2LLZ , of Louisville, Kentucky
"Dick Van Dyke sings 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' at Denny's"
From The Journal Times.com:
"SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — Dick Van Dyke has treated diners at a Denny's restaurant in California to a rendition of 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.'
"A post accompanying a YouTube video of the performance says the 90-year-old Van Dyke and the other three members of his quartet, The Vantastix, had just finished an appearance on a local television show before going out for breakfast. The video shows the quartet seated with pancakes at the table and singing the theme song to the 1968 British musical, which starred Van Dyke.
"Van Dyke said on Twitter that it was the grits that convinced him to break into song.
"Van Dyke and The Vantastix are promoting a show later this month in southern California."
Readmore: http://journaltimes.com/entertainment/dick-van-dyke-sings-chitty-chitty-bang-bang-at-denny/article_f83924b2-80bf-529f-981b-a2146b75629f.html
Read more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JWKXI8nEOQ
"SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — Dick Van Dyke has treated diners at a Denny's restaurant in California to a rendition of 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.'
"A post accompanying a YouTube video of the performance says the 90-year-old Van Dyke and the other three members of his quartet, The Vantastix, had just finished an appearance on a local television show before going out for breakfast. The video shows the quartet seated with pancakes at the table and singing the theme song to the 1968 British musical, which starred Van Dyke.
"Van Dyke said on Twitter that it was the grits that convinced him to break into song.
"Van Dyke and The Vantastix are promoting a show later this month in southern California."
Readmore: http://journaltimes.com/entertainment/dick-van-dyke-sings-chitty-chitty-bang-bang-at-denny/article_f83924b2-80bf-529f-981b-a2146b75629f.html
Read more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JWKXI8nEOQ
Four for Fridays!
Good Morning everyone I hope all of you had a good week. I just can't believe how fast the week has gone by again. Here are your questions.
1) Are you ready for the Fall?
2) Have you been watching the Pre-Season Football?
3) Have you noticed the trees changing colors?
4) Have you been keeping up with the Olympics?
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
1) Are you ready for the Fall?
2) Have you been watching the Pre-Season Football?
3) Have you noticed the trees changing colors?
4) Have you been keeping up with the Olympics?
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Thursday, August 18, 2016
"Wisconsin AG Brad Schimel Asks For Halted John Doe Probe Into Alleged Antecedent Illegal Activity by Wisconsin Republicans be Estopped Because Republican Lawmakers Have Since Changed the Law to Retroactively Render the Former Legal Activity Illegal"
From News The JT Can't Use:
"How low can Wisconsin Republicans go? The graft, corruption and lawlessness which started in earnest under the leadership of former Republican Governor Tommy Thompson was surprassed by former Democrat Governor Diamond Jim Doyle. When the voters had enough of the graft, corruption and lawlessness of the Democrat variety, they swung back to the Republicans, who promised to clean up Wisconsin. It’s become abundantely clear that not only did the Republicans lie, but the graft, corruption and lawlessness under Republican Scott Walker has exceeded that of Diamond Jim Doyle. While the Wisconsin State Journal headline read as follows:
"Wisconsin attorney general asks US Supreme Court not to hear John Doe appeal"
"The headline should have read:
Wisconsin AG Brad Schimel Asks For Halted John Doe Probe Into Alleged Antecedent Illegal Activity by Wisconsin Republicans be Estopped Because Republican Lawmakers Have Since Changed the Law to Retroactively Render the Former Legal Activity Illegal
"From Wisconsin State Journal:
"Attorney General Brad Schimel asked the U.S. Supreme Court Monday to reject a review of a halted criminal investigation into Gov. Scott Walker’s recall campaign, marking the first time his office has argued the merits of the case after his predecessor declined to lead the investigation more than three years ago.
"Schimel’s filing argues the court should reject the appeal because Walker and the Republican-controlled Legislature have since changed the law making the alleged activity legal and prohibiting the use of secret 'John Doe' proceedings in investigating campaign finance violations.
"In June, the lawyers representing the various respondents in the case waived their right to file a response to the request for review filed earlier this year by three Democratic district attorneys. But on July 14, the U.S. Supreme Court directed its clerk to request that responses be filed, according to a letter provided by Schimel’s office.
"Schimel filed the brief because of that request, Schimel spokeswoman Rebecca Ballweg said.
"Lisa Graves, executive director of the liberal Center for Media and Democracy, which has filed a brief supporting the prosecutors, said the court 'has ample grounds for taking the case and reversing the state court’s judgment.'
"'The Wisconsin Supreme Court based its self-serving decision on an erroneous misreading of the First Amendment, and its ruling flies in the face of several U.S. Supreme Court decisions regarding corruption,' Graves said.
"Scot Ross, executive director of liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now, noted the political arm of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, one of the conservative groups linked to the investigation, spent $1.5 million in 2014 to help Schimel win election.
"Before he was Attorney General, Brad Schimel said elected officials should be able to help their campaign donors, and this latest action shows he wasn’t kidding,” Ross said.
"Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm began the John Doe II investigation based on evidence collected in a prior John Doe investigation into Walker’s Milwaukee County office that resulted in six convictions of Walker aides and associates.
"It’s beyond disgusting.
"It’s criminal.
"It needs to be investigated and lead to more criminal prosecutions.
"And AG Brad Schimel is just carrying on the tradition of former AG JB Van Hollen; acting as Scott Walker’s personal defense attorney, while continuing to ignore the all too numerous crimes being commited by Wisconsin’s Elected Officials and Public Employees."
"How low can Wisconsin Republicans go? The graft, corruption and lawlessness which started in earnest under the leadership of former Republican Governor Tommy Thompson was surprassed by former Democrat Governor Diamond Jim Doyle. When the voters had enough of the graft, corruption and lawlessness of the Democrat variety, they swung back to the Republicans, who promised to clean up Wisconsin. It’s become abundantely clear that not only did the Republicans lie, but the graft, corruption and lawlessness under Republican Scott Walker has exceeded that of Diamond Jim Doyle. While the Wisconsin State Journal headline read as follows:
"Wisconsin attorney general asks US Supreme Court not to hear John Doe appeal"
"The headline should have read:
Wisconsin AG Brad Schimel Asks For Halted John Doe Probe Into Alleged Antecedent Illegal Activity by Wisconsin Republicans be Estopped Because Republican Lawmakers Have Since Changed the Law to Retroactively Render the Former Legal Activity Illegal
"From Wisconsin State Journal:
"Attorney General Brad Schimel asked the U.S. Supreme Court Monday to reject a review of a halted criminal investigation into Gov. Scott Walker’s recall campaign, marking the first time his office has argued the merits of the case after his predecessor declined to lead the investigation more than three years ago.
"Schimel’s filing argues the court should reject the appeal because Walker and the Republican-controlled Legislature have since changed the law making the alleged activity legal and prohibiting the use of secret 'John Doe' proceedings in investigating campaign finance violations.
"In June, the lawyers representing the various respondents in the case waived their right to file a response to the request for review filed earlier this year by three Democratic district attorneys. But on July 14, the U.S. Supreme Court directed its clerk to request that responses be filed, according to a letter provided by Schimel’s office.
"Schimel filed the brief because of that request, Schimel spokeswoman Rebecca Ballweg said.
"Lisa Graves, executive director of the liberal Center for Media and Democracy, which has filed a brief supporting the prosecutors, said the court 'has ample grounds for taking the case and reversing the state court’s judgment.'
"'The Wisconsin Supreme Court based its self-serving decision on an erroneous misreading of the First Amendment, and its ruling flies in the face of several U.S. Supreme Court decisions regarding corruption,' Graves said.
"Scot Ross, executive director of liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now, noted the political arm of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, one of the conservative groups linked to the investigation, spent $1.5 million in 2014 to help Schimel win election.
"Before he was Attorney General, Brad Schimel said elected officials should be able to help their campaign donors, and this latest action shows he wasn’t kidding,” Ross said.
"Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm began the John Doe II investigation based on evidence collected in a prior John Doe investigation into Walker’s Milwaukee County office that resulted in six convictions of Walker aides and associates.
"It’s criminal.
"It needs to be investigated and lead to more criminal prosecutions.
"And AG Brad Schimel is just carrying on the tradition of former AG JB Van Hollen; acting as Scott Walker’s personal defense attorney, while continuing to ignore the all too numerous crimes being commited by Wisconsin’s Elected Officials and Public Employees."
Wednesday, August 17, 2016
"MACHINERY ROW IS OFFICIALLY DEAD!"
From Racine Community Media:
"MACHINERY ROW IS OFFICIALLY DEAD! MORE THAN $20 MILLION DOLLARS IN
TAXPAYER LOANS AND GRANTS GO MISSING AS THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT FAILS
BEFORE EVER STARTING, ALL AT RACINE TAXPAYERS EXPENSE."
"RACINE- As the failure of Machinery Row will soon be officially announced, a few select aldermen and city officials are already aware and discussing the next move in the failed development, while most elected officials have no idea what’s going on or how much has been spent to date. It’s being reported that the mayor is discussing utilizing a federal DNR grant to pay for the back taxes on the buildings purchased by the City Of Racine for the troubled millionaire developer Rodney Blackwell. Blackwell has failed to repay on his original loan of $4.5 million dollars given to him by The City Of Racine, while Racine taxpayers continue to repay his principal loan payments and interest payments for the second straight year!
"It now appears the Mayor and city officials will put the residents at continued risk by approving even more loan extensions and freebies to the millionaire developer, and It also means the scope of the $65 million dollar taxpayer funded project will now be changing to a possible indoor fishery and trout farm.
"Stay tuned for more updates as soon as elected officials feel the community should be privileged enough to know where and how their taxpayer dollars are being spent."
http://journaltimes.com/business/local/no-action-on-machinery-row/article_bfaacc4e-3fe7-5dbc-8bfc-bb987ff9130a.html
https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com
Read more: http://racinecommunitymedia.tumblr.com/search/MACHINERY+ROW+IS+OFFICIALLY+DEAD
"MACHINERY ROW IS OFFICIALLY DEAD! MORE THAN $20 MILLION DOLLARS IN
TAXPAYER LOANS AND GRANTS GO MISSING AS THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT FAILS
BEFORE EVER STARTING, ALL AT RACINE TAXPAYERS EXPENSE.""RACINE- As the failure of Machinery Row will soon be officially announced, a few select aldermen and city officials are already aware and discussing the next move in the failed development, while most elected officials have no idea what’s going on or how much has been spent to date. It’s being reported that the mayor is discussing utilizing a federal DNR grant to pay for the back taxes on the buildings purchased by the City Of Racine for the troubled millionaire developer Rodney Blackwell. Blackwell has failed to repay on his original loan of $4.5 million dollars given to him by The City Of Racine, while Racine taxpayers continue to repay his principal loan payments and interest payments for the second straight year!
"It now appears the Mayor and city officials will put the residents at continued risk by approving even more loan extensions and freebies to the millionaire developer, and It also means the scope of the $65 million dollar taxpayer funded project will now be changing to a possible indoor fishery and trout farm.
"Stay tuned for more updates as soon as elected officials feel the community should be privileged enough to know where and how their taxpayer dollars are being spent."
http://journaltimes.com/business/local/no-action-on-machinery-row/article_bfaacc4e-3fe7-5dbc-8bfc-bb987ff9130a.html
https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com
Read more: http://racinecommunitymedia.tumblr.com/search/MACHINERY+ROW+IS+OFFICIALLY+DEAD
Dear Madame Zoltar
Junior continues to show the same proficiency in driving that his father had: none. Señor Zanza should be condidered for sainthood for sticking with it this long. Junior has had two extensions on his probationary license, One more screw-up and back he goes to taking the written exam all over again. I wonder if Señor Zanza has some sort of angle on this. There haven't been any accidents involving other vehicles, but my car is getting pretty banged up. I don't want to mention the cost of this to Junior until he gets his license and can get a job to pay me off. I don't look forward to the day he can drive. I'll bet my insurance premiums will triple within a year. Again, Junior better reimburse me. I'm not helping him get a car, but if he does, all expenses are his. The cost of a vehicle plus insurance costs and gasoline costs and repair/maintenance items are all his. If he somehow miraculously gets his license and a car, I won't be able to sleep until he gets home. Mothers are forever. So don't forget to let them in on whatever you're doing.
So far, I have zero mosquito bites this season, but I don't go outside too much. I've asked eveeryone I know if they are aware of any bites. There are a few, but not any sort of epidemic. The wethermen and the M.D.'s conspired to work us up again, this time over the Zika virus and the mosquito that carries it. I'm sorry, but "ef" them. Always trying to work the public up over something or the other. I think the Centers for Disease Control is always looking for attention. Maybe they have to battle for money. Whatever, please give us your best guess for the next 48 hours. Actually, you're not even good enough for 2 days. National Weather Service is only reliable for 24 hours, and even then they screw up.
"Blue Cut Fire in Cajon Pass Explodes to 18,000 Acres, 0 Percent Contained; State of Emergency Declared" - http://ktla.com/2016/08/16/evacuations-issued-in-fast-moving-wild-fire-burning-in-devore/ You know, some people consider and consider, and they still end up picking out the wrong spot for a home. Fires are natural in forests. They help to renew the lanscape with new growth. If you live in a fire threatened area, don't be surprised if everything burns up. I know it's a terrible thing to lose everything. Pick your new house location more carefully. If you build on a fault line, don't be surprised if it's ripped in two by an earthquake.
Earthquakes are powerful, but none is more powerful than my love for you, my readers. Thank you so much for reading my blog. Thank you for taking the time. Thank you for being you.
Want the real skinny on any event, anywherre in the world? Ask madamezoltar@jtirregulars.comEnjoy the weather. We're already halfway through August. Another summer almost over. We still have plenty of time with fall, but we all know what is ultimately coming: the s-word!
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
Monday, August 15, 2016
Sunday, August 14, 2016
"EDITORIAL: Ascension Needs To Inform Community Of Mental Health Changes"
From Racine County Eye:
By Denise Lockwood in Breaking · August 14, 2016 · No comments
"Ascension–All Saints, formerly Wheaton Franciscan–All Saints, has cut staff, restricted admission for its mental health unit, closed the Psychiatric Intensive Care unit and kids partial hospital, and slashed its inpatient bed counts in an effort to 'reset' the unit.
"But they failed to communicate those changes to the community at a time when those services are desperately needed.
"Last week I wrote two stories about Ascension-All Saints Behavioral Health Unit: one about the cutbacks Ascension has made and one about the violations they received before Ascension took over Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare. It took me six weeks to write that story, mostly because I was waiting for Ascension to confirm what I had learned from the state, an internal document, and numerous internal sources. I wanted to give them a chance to respond with more than a two or three sentence response, but that never happened. I also requested an interview with Paul Mason, but was told the company would not elaborate on the cuts any further."
Read more: http://racinecountyeye.com/editorial-ascension-needs-to-inform-community-of-mental-health-changes/
By Denise Lockwood in Breaking · August 14, 2016 · No comments
"Ascension–All Saints, formerly Wheaton Franciscan–All Saints, has cut staff, restricted admission for its mental health unit, closed the Psychiatric Intensive Care unit and kids partial hospital, and slashed its inpatient bed counts in an effort to 'reset' the unit.
"But they failed to communicate those changes to the community at a time when those services are desperately needed.
"Last week I wrote two stories about Ascension-All Saints Behavioral Health Unit: one about the cutbacks Ascension has made and one about the violations they received before Ascension took over Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare. It took me six weeks to write that story, mostly because I was waiting for Ascension to confirm what I had learned from the state, an internal document, and numerous internal sources. I wanted to give them a chance to respond with more than a two or three sentence response, but that never happened. I also requested an interview with Paul Mason, but was told the company would not elaborate on the cuts any further."
Read more: http://racinecountyeye.com/editorial-ascension-needs-to-inform-community-of-mental-health-changes/
"The Curious Case of Former State Sen. George Petak, R-Racine"
From News the JT Can't Use:
"Everybody in Racine is familiar with former state Sen. George Petak , R-Racine, from Ballotpedia:
"George Petak, a Republican member of the Wisconsin State Senate, was recalled from office in 1996. He had served since January 1991.
"Petak’s recall resulted in the Wisconsin State Senate switching from a chamber with a majority of Republicans to a chamber with a majority of Democrats.
"Those who sought Petak’s recall were angry because he switched his vote from 'no' to 'yes' on a tax plan to build a new stadium for the Milwaukee Brewers that levied a 1/10th of one cent sales tax. In June 1996, nine months after the vote, he was recalled from office.
"Elizabeth Erven led the effort to collect the 11,577 signatures necessary to schedule the election. She stated, 'He probably could have gone on to be a lieutenant governor, but the mistake was egregious. And you know, we may not be rich down here, we may not have a lot of great opportunities to excel at a lot of things, but the people who live here believe there are certain lines you just don’t cross. And that was one of them.'
"Petak opened a consulting firm in the Madison, Wisconsin area in 2009."
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/tag/george-petak/
"Everybody in Racine is familiar with former state Sen. George Petak , R-Racine, from Ballotpedia:
"George Petak, a Republican member of the Wisconsin State Senate, was recalled from office in 1996. He had served since January 1991.
"Petak’s recall resulted in the Wisconsin State Senate switching from a chamber with a majority of Republicans to a chamber with a majority of Democrats.
"Those who sought Petak’s recall were angry because he switched his vote from 'no' to 'yes' on a tax plan to build a new stadium for the Milwaukee Brewers that levied a 1/10th of one cent sales tax. In June 1996, nine months after the vote, he was recalled from office.
"Elizabeth Erven led the effort to collect the 11,577 signatures necessary to schedule the election. She stated, 'He probably could have gone on to be a lieutenant governor, but the mistake was egregious. And you know, we may not be rich down here, we may not have a lot of great opportunities to excel at a lot of things, but the people who live here believe there are certain lines you just don’t cross. And that was one of them.'
"Petak opened a consulting firm in the Madison, Wisconsin area in 2009."
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/tag/george-petak/
Saturday, August 13, 2016
Friday, August 12, 2016
"Racine WI – Once Again, Face Down In The Gutter"
From News The JT Can't Use:
"And why should the Residents be expected to behave any differently? The Criminals who operate Racine County and The City of Racine lead by example. The only difference is the magnitude of their crimes and their ability to escape responsibility and punishment, which is dependent upon the color of their skin and political connections. Just ask 'Little Buddy' Jimmy Ladwig."
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/2016/08/12/racine-wi-once-again-face-down-in-the-gutter/
"And why should the Residents be expected to behave any differently? The Criminals who operate Racine County and The City of Racine lead by example. The only difference is the magnitude of their crimes and their ability to escape responsibility and punishment, which is dependent upon the color of their skin and political connections. Just ask 'Little Buddy' Jimmy Ladwig."
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/2016/08/12/racine-wi-once-again-face-down-in-the-gutter/
Four for Fridays!
Good morning everyone I hope you are staying inside and staying nice and cool with the nasty humidity. Here are your questions for this week.
1) When you are going on vacation do you have to make a list of things to take so you do not forget to pack something?
2) Do you use the right or left side of your brain?
3) Do you enjoy spending time with your family?
4) What is your favorite kind of chips?
I hope you enjoy your weekend. Also two of the questions Drew helped me with.
1) When you are going on vacation do you have to make a list of things to take so you do not forget to pack something?
2) Do you use the right or left side of your brain?
3) Do you enjoy spending time with your family?
4) What is your favorite kind of chips?
I hope you enjoy your weekend. Also two of the questions Drew helped me with.
Thursday, August 11, 2016
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Dear Madame Zoltar
Please excuse my mental mistakes.
I love you all.
Tuesday, August 9, 2016
Monday, August 8, 2016
Saturday, August 6, 2016
Orbs' travels :)
Hi Guys and Gals :)
Sorry I've been absent for a while, life is a bit crazy busy and
hubby just moved back home (laid off), and work has me in circles...
I saw this story and was a bit jealous when I saw the heading to a story
about somebody finding Orbs in Australia, how fun!
Next time, I want to go with you, please? :)
Friday, August 5, 2016
Four for Fridays!
Hello everyone I am sorry about not posting Four for Fridays last week I was busy packing to go up north. We had my son's Coed Bridal Shower to attend since I am mother of the groom I had to be there. So here are some questions for everyone.
1) Have you ever put a puzzle together?
2) Do you ever forget about any appointments you have?
3) Are you going to watch the Olympics?
4) Are you ready for football season?
I hope everyone has a great day!
1) Have you ever put a puzzle together?
2) Do you ever forget about any appointments you have?
3) Are you going to watch the Olympics?
4) Are you ready for football season?
I hope everyone has a great day!
Thursday, August 4, 2016
Birds!
Hello everyone sorry I haven't been on here for a long time I have been busy helping my son with the Coed Bridal Shower that was this past weekend. Drew did do some birding while we were up north and I am going to share some of the pictures with everyone.
This is a Connecticut Warbler this picture was taken at Bog Brook in Pickerel Wi.
This is a picture of a Lincoln's Sparrow this picture was taken at Bog Brook in Pickerel Wi.
This is a picture of a Yellow Bellied Sapsucker this picture was taken at Bog Brook in Pickerel Wi.
There are more pictures that we have I will share more another day. I hope everyone enjoys the pictures.
There are more pictures that we have I will share more another day. I hope everyone enjoys the pictures.
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
"An Ode To Racine Now Ranked #34 Worst Place To Live"
From News the JT Can't Use:
"Note that the signage from the photo above doesn’t reflect the actual population – now listed as 78,336 in the 2016 City of Racine Budget, and dropping even further as bright, talented and creative People flee from the criminals who have taken the reigns of Racine County government at all levels and replaced the Written Rule of Law with the Will to Power.
"From 24/7 Wall St:
"50 Worst Cities to Live In"
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/2016/07/29/an-ode-to-racine-now-ranked-34-worst-place-to-live/
"Note that the signage from the photo above doesn’t reflect the actual population – now listed as 78,336 in the 2016 City of Racine Budget, and dropping even further as bright, talented and creative People flee from the criminals who have taken the reigns of Racine County government at all levels and replaced the Written Rule of Law with the Will to Power.
"From 24/7 Wall St:
"50 Worst Cities to Live In"
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/2016/07/29/an-ode-to-racine-now-ranked-34-worst-place-to-live/
Dear Madame Zoltar
Why did the chicken cross the road? Ask madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com
Thank you for one and all for being such a great audiesnce.
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Saturday, July 30, 2016
Friday, July 29, 2016
Thursday, July 28, 2016
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Dear Madame Zoltar
Now that the presidential campaigns are in full swing, I look forward to not reading or listening to any of the pablum that the candidates spout. It's more than three months until the election. I can't imagine how much BS Trump and Clinton and companies will spew. It'd be funny, but our future is at stake. I don't see much hope with either candidate. I'm voting OrbsCorbs, Of Course. I doubt he'll win, but just maybe, if enough of us do it, he'll be elected. I understand that he's chosen Charlie, his cat, for the Vice Presidential position. Orbs and Charlie, the wave of the future. "Vote for me and I'll set you free!"
Both I and Señor Zanza have been trying to get Junior to meditate more to see how much psychic ability, if any, he's inherited. Actually, Señor Zanza has been doing the majority of the work. However, it's very difficult to get a teenager to sit still long enough to get anywhere. The only time he does really try, he just falls asleep. Señor Zanza says he's sure that Junior has something, but he doesn't know what. I think Junior keeps beating him at poker and that's what. Time is really the only thing that will tell how much psychic ability Junior has. I hope he doesn't turn out to be a cad like his father.
Now here's a young man who is motivated:
I don't necessarily want Junior to be a garbage man; I just want him to be something.
Thank you all for reading my blog today. I love company and I love readers. And I love you, too.
How much do I love readers? Ask madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com
Enjoy the cooler temperatures and lowering humidity over the next few days. This is what summer is all about. Sit back and relax.
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Monday, July 25, 2016
"Ask Me Why I Fled Racine – The Brain Drain Continues"
From News The JT Can't Use:
"The Dumb Nigge Those who object to being subjected to abuses
of Civil Rights and educate others about those abuses are the problem in
Racine WI, and if you doubt it just ask the Racine Police Association
and the Staff Officer’s Association , or any Caucasian who is a
politically connected person. OK – Racine – what happens when the Actors
are White – Do they get a 'PASS' – Where is the voice of the Racine
Police Association and the Staff Officer’s Association , or any
Caucasian who is a politically connected person? So where is the
OUTRAGE? And being held to account? (besides missing…) What is the
content of Kurt Wahlen’s Character?"
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/2016/07/24/ask-me-why-i-fled-racine-the-brain-drain-continues/
"
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/2016/07/24/ask-me-why-i-fled-racine-the-brain-drain-continues/
Sunday, July 24, 2016
"DNC News Flash"
From St. Croix County Corruption:
DNC officials are scrambling to limit the outbreak to the delegates before a national epidemic
occurs.
Read more: https://stcroixcountycorruption.blogspot.com/2016/07/dnc-news-flash-live-from.html
Sunday, July 24, 2016
DNC News Flash
LIVE
From the Democratic
National Convention in Philadelphia Pa.
THE WASSERMAN EFFECT
and the revived "feel the burn campaign"
THE WASSERMAN EFFECT
and the revived "feel the burn campaign"
EXTRA ! EXTRA !
DNC Wasserman
test comes back positive!
Debbie Wasserman, head of the Democratic National Convention is being removed from her position
in an all out effort to protect the Democratic Party and its members.
City health officials have confirmed that all DNC delegates have been exposed to
the disease and additional testing is being performed on all DNC staff.
Read more: https://stcroixcountycorruption.blogspot.com/2016/07/dnc-news-flash-live-from.html
Saturday, July 23, 2016
“ANYBODY BUT NIESKES”
Friday, July 22, 2016
“ANYBODY BUT NIESKES”
Nieskes has spent years mastering the art of
manipulation.
control
or influence (a person or situation) cleverly, unfairly, or unscrupulously
As a prosecutor in Racine County, Nieskes negotiated,
bartered and plea bargained with some of the lowest of low life’s and some of the best cons in the
criminal realm.
Nieskes further interacted with pimps, whores,
fraudsters, false prophets and other persons of ill repute.
As the years went by, Nieskes studied, tweaked and assimilated many of these low life skills into his own personal and
professional life.
Nieskes especially honed his dark skills in the arts of deception and spin to a
point that he is able to manipulate his associates, employees, friends, Judges
and the general public.
Nieskes became so proficient at these arts that
he can no longer differentiate between truth or his realm,
Nieskes's mind is truly
Nieskes's mind is truly
demented
Suffering
from dementia, or driven to behave irrationally due to anger or distress.
As a narcissist, Nieskes hides
and denies his past egregious acts and seemingly whines to his associates that
he is a victim of a stalker, but the reality is Nieskes is the viral participant of what he negotiated.
Nieskes is so proficient at the art of deception that he is able to manipulate others to defend his name and do his dirty
deeds for him.
Nieskes is
also an opportunist,
or perhaps even a predator. A predator the likes of former Calumet
County District
Attorney Kenny Kratz. Yes the same Ken Kratz of National District
Attorney Wall of Shame fame who used and abused his position of power
that preyed and manipulated on the weak minded, the innocent,
the trusting, the naive and of course the
stupid.
Lacking intelligence or common sense.
Friday, July 22, 2016
"Racist Racine"
From Racine Community Media:
"Racine residents and community members grow outraged and are beginning to ask for resignations of both, Mayor John Dickert and Police and Fire Commission member Pastor Mark Freeman, for repeated racist comments and disturbing imagery posted by Freeman online, and endorsed by Mayor John Dickert as being Freeman’s First Amendment right!
"Residents and community members are also asking why no other elected officials, police officers or the City Administrator are voicing concern or speaking with anyone from the community on this troubling issue.
"Watch the fox6news investigative report above."
Read more: http://racinecommunitymedia.tumblr.com/post/147799662873/racine-residents-and-community-members-grow
"Racine residents and community members grow outraged and are beginning to ask for resignations of both, Mayor John Dickert and Police and Fire Commission member Pastor Mark Freeman, for repeated racist comments and disturbing imagery posted by Freeman online, and endorsed by Mayor John Dickert as being Freeman’s First Amendment right!
"Residents and community members are also asking why no other elected officials, police officers or the City Administrator are voicing concern or speaking with anyone from the community on this troubling issue.
"Watch the fox6news investigative report above."
Read more: http://racinecommunitymedia.tumblr.com/post/147799662873/racine-residents-and-community-members-grow
"A Challenge to Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester and Carpetbagging State Rep. Cory Mason, D-Racine: Why The Unsustainable Tax-Payer Funded OPEB Will Lead The City of Racine To Economic Collapse"
From News the JT Can't Use:
WHEE! City Administrator Tom Friedel and the rest of
the CIty of Racine Public Employees and Officials are IN THE MONEY – for
life – courtesy of the Tax-Payers and the unsustainable OPEB they have
been promised – 'Other Post Employment Benefits'. It’s all part of the
taxpayer provided public employee benefit wonderland where tax-free
benefit packages which cost $20,000 to $40,000 plus make up for the low
$100,000 salaries…."
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/2016/07/22/a-challenge-to-assembly-speaker-robin-vos-r-rochester-and-carpetbagging-state-rep-cory-mason-d-racine-why-the-unsustainable-tax-payer-funded-opeb-will-lead-the-city-of-racine-to-economic-collapse/
Read more: https://newsthejtcantuse.wordpress.com/2016/07/22/a-challenge-to-assembly-speaker-robin-vos-r-rochester-and-carpetbagging-state-rep-cory-mason-d-racine-why-the-unsustainable-tax-payer-funded-opeb-will-lead-the-city-of-racine-to-economic-collapse/
Four for Fridays!
I hope everyone is staying out of the heat and humidity this week and staying someplace that is nice and cool. If you do know of someone that does not have AC please check in on them. I know this week has gone by quickly so here are your questions.
1) Are you staying someplace that is nice and cool out of the heat and humidity this week?
2) Do you have more cd's or vinyl albums in your music collection?
3) Do you have more dvd's or vhs tapes in you movie collection?
4) Do you have any plans for the weekend?
I hope everyone has a great day!
1) Are you staying someplace that is nice and cool out of the heat and humidity this week?
2) Do you have more cd's or vinyl albums in your music collection?
3) Do you have more dvd's or vhs tapes in you movie collection?
4) Do you have any plans for the weekend?
I hope everyone has a great day!
"410 Main Unveiled As Makers’ Space"
From Racine County Eye:
By Denise Lockwood in Breaking · July 21, 2016 · No comments
By Denise Lockwood in Breaking · July 21, 2016 · No comments
"The building at 410 Main St. has a purpose again after sitting vacant for 12 years before Tad Ballantyne, president of PW Partners Inc., bought the building in December for $165,000.
"Several
media-related companies already occupy the second and third floor. But
the excitement around the first floor space — called The Offices at 410 Main
— created a buzz at the ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday night. In a
few weeks the finishing touches will be made on the first floor. The
intention behind the collaborative space: to pull in media-related
businesses that will have access to investors and give downtown Racine a
shot in the arm.
"'We
see this as an opportunity to collaborate, we call it the Racine 100,'
Ballantyne said. 'We’re going to build space here and it will include a
coffee shop… We’ve gone around to several businessmen and we asked them
if they would be willing to come in on your lunch hour to do a Q&A
session, so that they could ask questions about their business model,
whatever it is — a product or an idea — and nobody turned me down.'
"Those
business owners also said they would be open to financially backing
some of those businesses. There will also be a pit where business owners
would have to defend their idea or their concept to those within the
membership.
"Racine Mayor John Dickert said that having a makers space will help bring innovation into the city.
"'When
people ask me what’s happening in the city of Racine I say: The 21st
century and it is right in front of you,' he said. 'We have people who
grew up in Racine that have come back to help build this company.'
"Dickert
said large developers asked him about whether Racine had a makers’
space, which will allow people to create businesses out of their ideas.
"'It
is time for us to turn the corner on the negativity in this town and
start talking about all of the amazing things that are happening right
here and all over downtown Racine,' Dickert said.
"One of those people that moved to Racine is Ben Kasica, owner of Skies Fall Media Group. The company has called 410 Main St. home for four months. Kasica, the former guitarist for the band Skillet, said Skies Fall was a continuation of his music career. The company produces video, film and documentaries.
"'We
love it here… we love being downtown and being part of something in the
city,' he said. 'I’m an entrepreneur so I like starting things, getting
them going and then moving on. There’s so much potential in this city
and I feel called to help pull that potential out and make something of
it.'
"For more information about 410 Main, contact Missie Mauldin at (262) 902-0848"
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