What's The Most Expensive Item at Mixa Jewelrs?

From hand-engraved flasks to diamond rings, Mixa Jewelry on Oakland Avenue has got it all. Can you guess what the most expensive item is in this jewelry store?

Cranes Cropping Traffic on Oakland Avenue

Photos: Traffic is squeezed tight in the 4000 block of Oakland Avenue as construction crews continue to work on Shorewood's Mandel Group (Lighthorse 4041) & Ravenna Developments.

'Don't Infect Your Flowers,' Grande Flowers Says

Using a knife instead of your everyday kitchen scissors can help save your fresh cut flowers from a premature death.

New Building Means Positive Things For Shorewood

Visitors and residents alike have positive thoughts on construction throughout the Village of Shorewood. Not only is it a sign of new business but a sign of a healthy economy.

Construction Workers Appreciate the Village of Shorewood

The one year marker has officially come and gone for the LightHorse 4041 apartments construction site. Construction site workers give their take on working in the area.

Third-Offense Drunk Driving Could be Felony With Mandatory Jail Time

Rep. Jim Ott plans to introduce six bills that would increase penalties for drunk driving across the board, from making first offenses criminal charges to introducing minimum sentence requirements for other offenses.

School District Eyes Budget Cuts to Bridge $500K Deficit

Banking on changes its health care plan, and cuts to secretarial and custodial services, the Shorewood School District outlined its financial map to bringing the 2013-2014 budget into the black.

Obituary: Lois May Fischer Bullis

Bullis, an avid bridge player who enjoyed traveling the world, attended Shorewood High School. She passed away peacefully Saturday in Miami, FL at the age of 88.

Milwaukee Man Caught in the Act of Suspected Car Break-in

Suspect says he mistakenly entered the wrong car, because he owns a similar car parked down the block, after being confronted the owner.

Doing Time: School Administrators Jailed for Shorewood Games

Shorewood school administrators are behind bars until they post a $1,000 cash bond. The game, Jailhouse Rock, is apart of the Shorewood Games — a two-week fundraising campaign to benefit the MACC Fund.

Investment Into Shorewood's 'Ugliest Building,' Doesn't Pay Off for Village

The investment of more than $500,000 in public funds by the village into the Lakewood building on North Oakland Avenue hasn't pay off, after the building was sold for roughly half its assessed value.

Foundation Will Match Donations to Hunger Task Force on Thursday

Take a moment later this week to help organization fill Milwaukee area families' food needs and see your donation matched by the Greater Milwaukee Foundation.

A New Miss Shorewood Is Crowned

Dressed in ball gowns and heels, male Shorewood High School students strutted their stuff on the stage Friday, raising $2,700 for the MACC Fund.

Police Report: Car Break-in; Man Trespasses at Apartments

A roundup of the latest from the Shorewood police log.

Boutique B'lu Closing Shorewood Location

The boutique will have bargains on clothing, furniture and fixtures until it locks its doors for good on March 29.

Shorewood Snapshot: School Budget Talks; Swing with Shorewood

A look at this week's local events and news.

Don't Fall for Door-to-Door Scam, Police Warn

A fraudulent group calling themselves "Dreamers of America LLC" and/or "Against All Odds," is going door-to-door in Shorewood, and other North Shore communities, and attempting to collect money for Habitat For Humanity.

SHS Mock Trial Team Eyes State Title

Shorewood has been a regular state participant over the decades winning in 1984 and 2007, and taking second place, three of the last five years. The team will compete Sunday for a chance to advance to the finals on Monday.

Share Your Recipes With the North Shore Health Department

The health department will collect recipes from North Shore residents with the goal of compiling a cookbook in June.

Spring Forward Overnight Saturday to Sunday

There are signs of spring — really! — and one is the coming of Daylight Saving, but when exactly do we spring forward?

SHS Drama to Stage Controversial Production of 'Spring Awakening'

School officials are requiring students have signed permission from a parent before they can audition for the Broadway musical, "Spring Awakening," which deals with teenage pregnancy, homosexuality, child abuse, sexual assault and suicide.

What Should Replace Performance Running Outfitters?

We learned this week that the organic pizza restaurant that had planned to move in was no longer coming. What do you think should be in this prime Shorewood storefront?

Waxwing Gallery Celebrates First Anniversary

Owner Steph Davies wanted to provide artists with a place to sell their work. Now, she's celebrating her first year of having the Shorewood shop by hosting a party.

Democratic Leader Sandy Pasch Blasts Passage of Wisconsin Mining Bill

Shorewood lawmaker says mining bill was a back-room deal that will "severely weaken" Wisconsin's environmental protections.

North Shore Gas Station Reopens Under New Ownership

The former Harder's Shell service station, which closed in October after 29 years, has transformed into a convenience store.

Trustee Candidates Talk Parking, Development, New Police Station at Men's Club Forum

Village Board candidates weighed in on key local issues Wednesday night about an election forum hosted by the Shorewood Men's Club.

Patch Hosts Shorewood Village Board Candidates Forum on March 26

Three candidates running in the April 2 election have agreed to participate in a Patch candidates forum on March 26, and you can help us shape the debate.

Tweed Funk Fields WAMI Nominations for Third Consecutive Year

After being named the r&b/soul artist of the year last year, the local blues-soul-funk-hip-hop group hopes to capture the award again, and three other awards.

Let The Shorewood Games...Begin

Since the 1980s, the Shorewood community has united for a good cause. The games are a two-week fundraising campaign full of events and competitions to benefit the MACC Fund.

PHOTOS: District Art Show Charms Large Crowd

The annual district-wide art show fielded a large audience Wednesday night during an open reception at the Shorewood Public Library.

Clearing the Clutter: Home Organizer Helps People Simplify Their Lives

Carrie Delgado recently launched her new business, Milwaukee Home Organizer, helping people de-clutter their living spaces and simplify their lives.

Police Report: Stolen Car Recovered Next Day; Fraudulent Oxycodone Prescription

A roundup of the latest from the Shorewood police log.

Greyhound Roundup: Boys, Girls Ice Hockey Come Up Short at State

Girls basketball team's season ends after tough, triple-OT loss.

Another Winter Storm Hits Shorewood: Details on Accidents, Closings

Winter storm "Saturn" is expected to dump 3-6 inches of snow in Shorewood. Stay tuned for details on issues related to the storm in the village.

Cheesecake Factory Settles Food Poisoning Lawsuit for $14K

Brown Deer man reaches legal settlement after eating a contaminated mahi mahi dish at Cheesecake Factory restaurant at Bayshore Town Center.

Candidates Forum Hosted by Senior Center Set for March 11

The forum is open to the public and will be held in the Shorewood Village Center, 3920 N. Murray Ave., lower level of the library.

Organic Pizza Shop Not Coming to Shorewood, After All

Prospective owner says she moved to St. Louis in early January to pursue another opportunity. Shorewood BID director says there's no solid leads, but interest in the storefront.

Obituary: Mary Ann Mathews

The longtime Shorewood resident was devoted to St. Robert’s Parish and enjoyed playing golf, bridge and following Marquette athletic and the Green Bay Packers. She passed away Thursday at the age of 70.

Shorewood Snapshot: Village Board Candidates Forum; District Art Show

A look at this week's local events and news.

Shorewood PD Welcomes New Officer

Ashley Rieder is the latest officer to join the Shorewood police force, after being sworn-in Feb. 19.