Cover story: An educational investment

So what if the person pointing those very sharp scissors at your head has only three months of experience? You're saving big bucks and you're helping someone get a little on-the-job training. The pros and cons of paying trainees to do the job.

Photo illustration by .Taylor

downtime
Threeview: Whole Foods Market
Threeview: 'The U.S. vs. John Lennon'
In your ear: The Dark Horse Project
Bartender of the week: Kristin Fryer of Miller Time Pub
Weekly food and drink specials
Creep show: The following film fest preview has been approved for horror-loving audiences
Screen Gems 3 filmmakers with state ties at Milwaukee's film festival
Best bets at the Milwaukee International Film Festival
The anti-pretension league Art Fair's organizers set up an international show in a beer hall to create a scene
Gallery Night and Day highlights
Trying to ride the Wave: Showtime at the U.S. Cellular Arena

how we live
Cold cases Winter-proofing your home and yard can save time and money
Sorting out the smile options: Some teeth whitening methods

in the know
Profile of Dustin Wales: Advocate for traditional marriage
When I was 30 of Sheldon Lubar: One of the president's men

online features
Ask Mom: Stand by your friend . . . even if you don't like her fiance
MKE Exposure Photos, photos, photos. And photo archives.
MKE blogs Staff ramblings, as well as those of a few contributing bloggers
MKE blog directory: 1000 voices A directory of the local blogging community