Upfront – September 2021

Rachel Haffley, Cleo’s Brown Beam Tavern by Tim Froberg As general manager of Cleo’s Brown Beam Tavern, Rachel Haffley doesn’t have too many bad days at work. “No one really comes into here — the Christmas bar — in bad spirits,” said Haffley with a laugh. “We...

UpFront – August 2021

Saving a Life by Tim Froberg Saving a life is more than just the noblest of acts. It’s an actual skill and an important one that Ann Marie Koleske teaches. Koleske owns Hands to Heart LLC., a private business in which a four-person staff of professional instructors...

UpFront – July 2021

Looking Out for Our Seniors: Carrie Peters by Tim Froberg Elderly residents in the Fox Cities don’t have a better friend than Carrie Peters. Peters, a senior sergeant with the Appleton Police Department, works diligently to assist those dealing with dementia and other...

UpFront – June 2021

Meet the Piano Man by Tim Froberg Bill Steinert chuckles whenever people call him the Piano Man. “Hey, that’s not a bad reference,” joked Steinert, referring to pop superstar Billy Joel who is best known for that nickname. “I’m his age and now I’ve got his hairline.”...

Upfront – May 2021

Upfront with Kristy Meyer by Tim Froberg Stained glass windows have an undeniable beauty and elegance. Kristy Meyer is skilled at producing these gorgeous, eye-catching products. Meyer owns Studio K Stained Glass in Appleton and has 19 years of experience. The Seymour...

Upfront – April 2021

Upfront with Ann Engelhard by Tim Froberg Ann Engelhard’s optimistic nature gets reinforced every time she starts work. As Vice President of Donor Services and Gift Planning for the Community Foundation of the Fox Cities Region, Engelhard gets a close look at...