Is it closing time for grocery store bars?

WTMJ’s Jeff Sherman goes (mostly) solo this week on The Upswing, diving into a little bit of everything Milwaukee. From new restaurant openings like Nino’s Southern Sides in Fox Point to rising gas prices and MCTS’s new tap-to-pay system, Jeff explores how daily life in the region is evolving. He also looks at changes in local retail, including Metro Market’s shift away from in-store bars, and reflects on taking his son to vote for the first time — and why connecting with candidates still matters. The episode also touches on Milwaukee’s role in America’s 250th birthday, major local investments like Rockwell’s new New Berlin facility, and the importance of aligning talent and infrastructure to support growth. Along the way, Jeff crowdsources the best sandwich spots across southeastern Wisconsin and wraps up with WTMJ’s Sandy Maxx, previewing what’s ahead for What’s on Tap and this week’s “Maxx-perience.” 🎙️ The Upswing is presented by Horicon Bank.