Cover story:
So close, yet so far.
It’s said that marriage is a journey. But couples such as Eric Price and Sarah Wilbur have found wedded bliss involves plane rides, long-distance phone calls and the occasional Web cam. Plus, tips on coping with long-distance relationships.
On the cover: Eric Price and Sarah Wilbur, a married couple currently coping with living apart. Photo/C.Taylor.

The mid-distance marriage Closer doesn't mean easier.
Tips for the geographically challenged Caroline Tiger is afraid she might be becoming the serial long-distance dater she warns others to avoid in her new book.
Anatomy of an LDR Personalities, jealousy play roles in the survival of LDRs.
Web resources for the distance-challenged couple Check out these sites designed for long distance couples.

downtime
New spots on the scene New hangouts on the scene: Swig and Brewing Grounds.
Threeview: Ouzo Cafe Our Threeviewers get introduced to some Greek favorites at Ouzo.
It's time for El Vez El Vez — "the Mexican Elvis" — has entered the building.
A Q&A with a little kick Five players from the Milwaukee Wave don’t think that kicks are getting harder to find.
Meet the bartender Scott Olson of Bigg's Roadhouse.
Exposure The 25th annual WAMI Awards rocked the Northern Lights Theater at Potawatomi Bingo Casino Monday, April 25.

how we live
Think green Raising gas prices breed interest in hybrid vehicles.
Ways to waste worktime Shopping, saving and socializing in one spot.
On the lamb Simple to prepare, this savory lamb meal is ideal for a dinner party.
Ask Mom An embarrassing bedtime story.

in the know
Profile: Muhibb Dyer Poet and spoken word artist Muhibb Dyer isn’t just about talk. His actions speak volumes as well.
When I was 30: Charlesetta Thompson The 1970s laid the foundation for poet Charlsetta Thompson’s work.
My big, lean, affordable wedding How to cut wedding costs without cutting corners.
Reading e-mail can cost you IQ points A study conducted at King's College London tells us something anyone with a brain could figure out.
Downtown freeway driving to get worse Watch for more Marquette Interchange closings as six ramps are scheduled to be shut down in 2006.

online exclusives
Round six Check out the winner of our blog of the week poll every Thursday and vote for your favorite in round four.
Video, photos and more Performers steal the show at WAMI Awards.
Racing for a good cause MKE staffers race for charity.
MKE blogs
MKE blog directory: 1000 voices