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DID YOU KNOW? • In Spanish, the word "esposas" means both "wives" and "handcuffs." • A bonsai tree planted in 1626 survived the atomic bomb at Hiroshima and now resides in a U.S. museum. – Source: sotruefacts.com MARK BELLING Government takes bipartisan stance on secrecy Page 8 Our 'right' to know being wronged regularly OSCAR WINNER RIDLEY HERALDS BIRTH OF CREATIVE STUDIOS DOWNTOWN – PAGE 11 OWEN ROBINSON Getting serious about defending our children Page 9 Arming teachers a necessary line of defense MILWAUKEE COUNTY'S WEEKLY NEWSPAPER MARCH 2, 2018 By DAVE FIDLIN Special to the Post MILWAUKEE — The venue hosting Mayor Tom Barrett's annual State of the City address provided a fitting backdrop for at least a portion of his address. Barrett devoted a sizable por- tion of his annual talk to resi- dents, business leaders and others involved in civic life across Milwaukee to the continued meta- morphosis taking place in the city's downtown area. Hundreds of people filled a public gathering space within the newly operational Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons building, which is one of multiple buildings changing the character- istics of the city skyline. "We in Milwaukee are in the midst of a remarkable era," Barrett said. "Milwaukee is changing, positively and perma- nently, as buildings rise and opportunities grow." Barrett singled out four compa- nies for establishing or relocating all or portions of their businesses to the heart of the city. The list includes the just-announced Foxconn, in addition to such firms as Bader Rutter, BMO and the Hammes Company. Other developments that have been underway in recent years — including construction of the new Milwaukee Bucks arena and the first phase of the streetcar project — are also set to take form down- town as 2018 gets underway. See STATE OF CITY on Page 15 Barrett highlights developments, discusses challenges at State of City address Local news at your fingertips Visit www.gmtoday.com Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MilwaukeePost Dave Fidlin/Special to the Post Mayor Tom Barrett delivers his State of the City address Monday at the new Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons building downtown. Zimmermann's Service 360 E. Howard Ave. 414-744-9868 With coupon. Expires 3/23/18. BRAKES most cars $ 89 95 per axle. Milwaukee mayor: 'We are in the midst of a remarkable era' A $369 Value! Must mention ad for special! 259537013 BROKEN GARAGE DOOR SPRING, CABLE OR OPENER? We'll Fix It Fast! Same Day Service-Lowest Price Extend the life of your door & opener with a TUNE-UP, LUBE & SAFETY INSPECTION Parts extra if needed. $ 69 95 414-418-3667 (DOOR) • www.blandodoorcollc.com $ 319 * $ 739 * Quality top rated garage door opener includes two remotes, deluxe inside wall station, safety photo eyes, lifetime motor warranty, installation, haul away old opener & tax. includes: installation, remove and haul away old door, reattach existing opener & tax. *Prices may vary due to Lead Abatement Law New Chamberlain LiftMaster 1/2 HP Model 8160 Ultra Quiet DC Motor on Sale! LIMITED TIME OFFER! 16 x 7 Steel Raised Panel Door Special Package Includes Installation 414-418-3667 (DOOR) Senior Discounts, Family Owned, Honest, Reliable Service Over 25 Years