Maredithe Meyer
Maredithe has covered retail, restaurants, entertainment and tourism since 2018. Her duties as associate editor include copy editing, page proofing and managing work flow. Meyer earned a degree in journalism from Marquette University and still enjoys attending men’s basketball games to cheer on the Golden Eagles. Also in her free time, Meyer coaches high school field hockey and loves trying out new restaurants in Milwaukee.
The Pfister Hotel temporarily closes due to COVID-19
Downtown Milwaukee's iconic Pfister Hotel shut its doors Tuesday in response to the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic and its devastating impact on the hospitality industry.
Kroger limits customer capacity at all stores in response to COVID-19
The Kroger Co., the parent company of Milwaukee grocery store operator Roundy’s Inc., will reduce the number of shoppers allowed inside each of its stores to help curb the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.
🔒 Filmanowicz: DNC’s local host committee is ‘full steam ahead’
Raquel Filmanowicz came into her role as the new chief executive officer of the local host committee for the 2020 Democratic National Convention, to be held in Milwaukee, just in time for the COVID-19 coronavirus to rock the nation.
🔒 DNC’s date change creates logistical challenge
Many in Milwaukee breathed a sigh of relief on Thursday when the DNC announced its 2020 convention will still take place here this summer, but organizers and local entities are now faced with the logistics of rescheduling a major event as the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic and subsequent economic crisis persists.Â
2020 Democratic National Convention postponed until August
The 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee has been postponed until the week of August 17 due to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, convention organizers announced Thursday.
Hudson Business Lounge has closed for good
The Hudson Business Lounge in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward has permanently closed after eight years, folding under the weight of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Marcus Corp. launches online resources for employees impacted by COVID-19
Milwaukee-based Marcus Corp. is taking steps to support its 10,500 employees amidst temporary layoffs and closures due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Local grocery stores adjust to new normal under COVID-19
The past two weeks has been a whirlwind for Milwaukee-area grocers weathering the storm of COVID-19.
🔒 Many Milwaukee-area hotels remain open amidst COVID-19 outbreak
It's no secret that tourism and hospitality are among the hardest hit industries of the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. But even as travel restrictions and canceled events keep hotel occupancies frighteningly low, many hotels in Milwaukee remain open for business.
The Good Life: After pro career, Raised Grain Brewing co-owner now...
As co-owner of Waukesha-based Raised Grain Brewing Co., Nick Reistad has spent the majority of his time over the past few years working to...
Biz Lunch: Zisters
Address:Â 13425 Watertown Plank Road, Elm Grove
Website:Â eatzrg.com
Cuisine: Traditional American brunch with a twist
Mood:Â Modern-chic, but warm and friendly
Pricing:Â Brunch, $7-14; Dinner, $10-18
Since opening in June 2018 in...
The Tandem serving up hundreds of free meals to laid off...
As restaurants work to stay in business with empty dining rooms and skeleton crews, many laid-off service industry workers are adjusting to their own new normal--Â for some that means struggling to put food on the table.
