Changing Times Seen Throughout City

After a near-ideal weekend, it was obvious it was back to work as usual, and a quick trip around town told the story of literally hitting the road, figuratively hitting the road and laying a new road.

began its final phase as a second lift of asphalt was laid, often bringing traffic to a standstill along the one-and-a-half mile route on Tuesday. The project started in April of 2011 and completed its first phase in early November; work should be completed by the end of the week.

also continued, often drawing remarks from residents at just how deep the excavation of the road is. At points along the route between Lannon Drive and Moorland Road, a 12-foot drop off has been dug to accommodate the laying of new stormwater and sewer lines and culverts.

is also getting a taste of construction, and much of the street's signature sidewalks have been removed as utilities along that route will be buried, just prior to road construction there. This project is expected to complete in fall 2012.

New business has begun construction of its shop in the pavilion at Idle Isle Park, with the installation of water lines and sinks. Owner Kristin Formolo said she has been thrilled with the early response, and is currently looking for entries for a new logo, as well as 500 new 'likes', on the business's Facebook page.

'Veteran' business closed late last week, and many readers contacted us to inquire what happened. The short answer is always that the business was not successful in its location in the Muskego Centre Mall at Janesville Road and Racine Avenue. We're hoping to catch up with owners to see if there is a possibility the business may reopen in some capacity somewhere in town.