Cover story: What lies beneath

In the mood for horror? MKE crafted the beginning and ending of a scary tale about a shipwreck on the Kinnickinnic River. Then we asked three horror enthusiasts to fill in the middle. Plus: a roundup of Halloween events.

On the cover: Illustration by Ric Stultz.

downtime
Threeview: Martini Mike's
Threeview: 'Marie Antoinette'
In your ear: Funk, jam and hip-hop with eVibe
Bartender of the week: Frank Zoboroski of Timers
Weekly food and drink specials
The view from the saddle Horsing around in the autumn
Precious jams Rare funk and soul records resonate with the crowd at The Get Down
Rough riders Cyclocross racers fight obstacles and the elements
A roundup of Halloween 2006 events
Trick or treat times 2006

how we live
New store on the scene Psue's Maternity Boutique
The extra miles: For Jennifer Bartolotta, raising money requires blood, sweat and gears

in the know
Profile of Sheila Vitesh Robinson: She wrote the book on healing a broken heart in Brew City
When I was 30 of Brian Ritchie: Flying high with the Femmes

online features
Ask Mom: Can a sympathy card work for pets, too?
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