Sports & Entertainment
News and developments in Milwaukee’s sports and entertainment industries, from team ownership to event venues.
Stage set for Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits
The 43rd Ryder Cup is finally here, and the stage has been set at Kohler Co.'s Whistling Straits in Sheboygan County.
Hotel planned for Ballpark Commons development in Franklin
A 98-room dual branded Sleep Inn and MainStay Suites hotel is planned in the Ballpark Commons development in Franklin.
Lakeshore Chinooks sold to group led by owners of Milwaukee Baseball Academy
BYB Sports Investment Group, which is led by David Casey and Todd Kolosso, the owners of Milwaukee Baseball Academy, announced today that they have purchased the Lakeshore Chinooks Baseball Club.
Bucks break ground for Deer District hotel
Dirt was ceremonially moved Friday to mark the start of construction for what will become Deer District’s new nine-story hotel located directly north of Fiserv Forum.
Wisconsin Center District requiring employees be vaccinated by November
The Wisconsin Center District, which owns and operates the downtown Milwaukee convention center and other venues, is requiring all of its employees to be vaccinated from COVID-19 by Nov. 1.
Lisa Byington named Milwaukee Bucks new TV play-by-play announcer
The Milwaukee Bucks announced that it has named Lisa Byington as the reigning NBA champion’s television play-by-play announcer for games on Bally Sports Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin is a major golf destination
Next May, Jon Kimsey and eight of his friends plan to be in Wisconsin playing golf.
They’ll spend three days...
Live music venue Howl at the Moon coming to former Pub Club location in downtown Milwaukee
Howl at the Moon will bring live music and dueling pianos to downtown Milwaukee's nightlife district next year.
Feigin reflects on what a championship title means for Bucks’ business, brand
Milwaukee Bucks president Peter Feigin can sum up the past seven weeks since the team won the NBA championship in a couple words: euphoria and joy.
Debt refinancing plan could open door to new business opportunities for Wisconsin Center District
A potential refinancing of some Wisconsin Center District debt could have benefits that extend beyond saving the district money.
