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Monday, February 25, 2013

What Businesses Should Occupy Mammoth Springs?

Let's not get too far ahead of ourselves, but in fall a major development could open up several business opportunities. What businesses should head to Sussex?

A $21.6 million opportunity for residential and retail growth is set to break ground sometime in fall if all goes will at the village government level. As many residents already know, Arthur Sawall is planning to construct a seven-building complex with a mix of retail and residential spaces on Main Street and Waukesha Avenue. The construction would occur in phases with two "high-end housing" buildings coming first. According to the proposal, new multifamily or commercial buildings would arise annually from 2014 through 2019. The village is prepared to invest roughly $4.7 million over the life of the project if the developer reaches construction benchmarks as time progresses. But as new commercial spaces become ready for tenants, what …

Me in the Falls

9:40 pm on Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Sussex has most of the basics in retail already. Perhaps an office supply store would fill a void. I like the idea of small, unique shops, but they would have to draw people outside of Sussex to stay in business.   more ›

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Relax...Hypnosis Center Opens in Falls

Hess Hypnosis offers an alternative remedy for a wide variety of habits and behaviors — from smoking to the fear of choking.

Sometimes the best cure for what ails us is to close our eyes, breath deeply, relax, concentrate on these words, take another deep breath, exhale, and relax. Feel your body sinking? I’m sure you don’t. I’m certain as the author of this article I’ve failed to access your subconscious, but that’s what 15-year veteran hypnotists Jay Hess specializes in. That’s why he’s opened Hess Hypnosis inside the Wild Rice Building downtown at N88W16761 Appleton Ave. Hess says hypnosis can be an effective therapeutic solution for smokers, nail biters, the anxious, the forgetful, and myriad other habits and fears. Hypnosis sessions focus on achieving deep relaxation to access the subconscious, and Hess plants suggestions while your mind is open and …

Jake Rhodes

5:20 pm on Thursday, October 4, 2012

Hypnotherapy isn't a scam and Mr. Hess seems very honest about what can and can't be done with hypnosis.   more ›

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Big Day Saturday in Downtown Falls

Several events are taking place on the same day, and there's enough going on to fill a day from beginning to end.

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, look no further than your own backyard. Downtown Menomonee Falls will be abuzz with activity Saturday from the beginning of the day to the end. Here’s a look at the number of events coming up Saturday. The American Legion will host a silent march to honor MIAs and POWs at 11 a.m. The march will go down Garfield Drive to the war memorial at Village Park. The march will be silent, except for a single drumbeat. A cash lunch will be held at the Legion Post after the march. The semi-annual Downtown Experience will run from 5-8 p.m. For $20, you can sample the cuisine at four local restaurants – A.J. O’Brady’s, Nino’s Italian Bakery, The Cheesecake Store, and Sal’s Pub and Grill. Art galleries …

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

PHOTOS: Boneyard Pub & Grille Now Open

The long awaited new restaurant has quietly opened its doors with a grand opening celebration slated for the near future.

It was approved by the Village Board in June, owners were interviewed by Patch in July and rumors of plans to open in August proved false. But now, Boneyard Pub & Grille has finally opened its doors to customers. The restaurant first had a soft opening on Nov. 16 to work out all the kinks, and then officially opened its doors on Black Friday to customers. While no grand opening has been planned, the business says one is still in the works. A grand opening, however, hasn’t stopped eager customers from noticing the restaurant opened. Employees say once the electronic sign read “Now Open,” people started pouring in. The pub & grille itself has three bars, two dining areas, two private banquet areas and enough high-tech gadgetry to make any …

James Naatz

9:56 am on Saturday, December 3, 2011

I'm just happy to see more options in Sussex. I also very happy to see that these are more "LOCAL" small businesses than the big chains that could be coming in here. Best of luck to them! Jim Naatz - Owner, Fitness Revolution Sussex   more ›

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

POLL: What New Business Should be Opened in Sussex?

Enough bar & grills. What do you want to see in Sussex?

There's plenty of bars and burger joints, but Patch wants to know what the village should attract to make Sussex a better place to live. A movie theater? A martini bar? We've thought of a few ideas to start the conversation going, but we want to hear from you. As a longtime resident or someone new to the area, what is Sussex missing that would make it the absolute best place to live? Have any specific ideas? Tell us in the comments!

Mike Reilly

1:48 pm on Thursday, January 26, 2012

A hotel complex near the Hwy 164 and Main St intersection would boost the economy, and provide a much needed service in the local communities.   more ›

Saturday, May 21, 2011

Reinders Plans Move into Sussex

Company president tells village leaders distribution would be consolidated in Sussex from three different locations.

Reinders Inc. is planning to consolidate its distribution center in Sussex and bring 90 full-time jobs into the village. Craig Reinders, president of Reinders, told the Sussex Plan Commission this week that the Elm Grove-based company is planning to occupy the former Poly One location at W227N6225 Sussex Rd. by the end of the year. If the plan wins approval from the village, he said the company will begin moving into the facility by fall. “This will be a corporate headquarters,” Reinders said. “The tentative goal is to start the transition in fall and be occupied by the end of the year. By June or July, we plan to be making improvements.” Reinders, which has been in business for 145 years, is a distributor of products related to turf and …

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