Entering the second half of the year, mid-July has arrived with its typical imperatives that come along with the apex of the summer to finalize vacation itineraries and (just maybe) relax a bit before summer ends, the kids go back to school, and the businesses that always seems to creep up late in the year arrives. At the same time it seems the news cycle has been anything but relaxing. Temperatures have spiked across the country (with a side of apocalyptic smog from Canadian

Writing this week on the 5th of May, or “Cinco De Mayo” as it is known in some circles, has us thinking about tacos, and maybe a few margaritas as well. Aside from the obvious culinary aspect of the delicious traditional Mexican dish that has come to be associated with this week, we’re looking at the market landscape for reasons to celebrate. However, much like the recent spring weather in the Midwest, while the climate improves, there are a few grey clouds threatening to rai