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Spielberg’s future hides behind 1980s

By Ginger Simons | April 5, 2018

Steven Spielberg’s latest science fiction venture, “Ready Player One,” is a computer-generated attack of the senses that delivers an abundance of pop culture references and something resembling a narrative.The story is set in the not-too-distant...

Unfortunate series is back

By Amy Geldean | April 5, 2018

Netflix released season two of “A Series of Unfortunate Events,” which left viewers wanting to know more as new secrets were revealed and trouble waited around every corner.This 10-episode season takes the Baudelaire children to several different...

Vibrant floral wall hang DIY

By Haley Galvin | April 2, 2018

Fresh flowers can add a lively touch to any room, but it doesn’t take long for them to wilt, but this DIY floral wall hang with artificial flowers will last all spring and can brighten up any room.Supplies:• 15 feet of any color ribbon• 5 bundles...

Spring bird’s nest recipe

By Cris Rojo | April 2, 2018

Fly into spring by baking bird’s nest-themed French vanilla cupcakes, the perfect snack to curb any sweet tooth with style.Ingredients:• 1 cup of water• ½ cup of vegetable oil• 3 eggs• 1 box French vanilla cake mix• 12 ounce bag of chocolate...

Members of the Fashion Industries Organization are preparing for their upcoming Work Day to Runway show, displaying outfits put together with clothing from Kohl’s, 2070 Sycamore Road.

Fashion invades business

By Amy Geldean | April 2, 2018

Members of the Fashion Industries Organization are preparing for their upcoming Work Day to Runway show, displaying outfits put together with clothing from Kohl’s, 2070 Sycamore Road.

The House to host local acoustic acts

By Haley Galvin | March 29, 2018

DeKALB — Singer-songwriter Sophia Andaloussi has been singing her whole life and writing songs since 2010. She said her lyrics are inspired by the world she lives in and those around her and she hopes to showcase them in her upcoming performance at...

The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., turned up the heat Saturday with CHEFS, a cooking competition featuring stripping male chefs competing to win a job at a Las Vegas restaurant.

CHEFS heat things up

By Amy Geldean | March 29, 2018

The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., turned up the heat Saturday with CHEFS, a cooking competition featuring stripping male chefs competing to win a job at a Las Vegas restaurant.

Jack White reaches too far for listeners

By Amy Geldean | March 29, 2018

Friday, American rock musician Jack White released his third solo album, “Boarding House Reach,” a collection of 13 schizophrenic tracks covering a wide range of musical genres from rock to classical, resulting in a confusing, but clasically White,...

Adaptations display originality

By Ginger Simons | March 26, 2018

Out of the vast number of sequels, remakes and adaptations Hollywood has churned out in recent years, film versions of novels receive a special kind of scorn, generally boiled down to a dismissive “the book was better.” However, in light of recent...

Red Hot Chilli Pipers combine classics

By Haley Galvin | March 26, 2018

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers rocked out Wednesday night at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., with an incredibly unique twist on live music called “bagrock” which combines the excitement of classic rock music with melodic, traditional Scottish...

The School of Theatre and Dance incorporated folk tunes into their production of “The Rainmaker” for an unforgettable show.

Theatre puts on memorable show

By Victoria Kosuth | March 26, 2018

The School of Theatre and Dance incorporated folk tunes into their production of “The Rainmaker” for an unforgettable show.

Netflix exposes addictions

By Ginger Simons | March 22, 2018

The Netflix documentary “Take Your Pills” sheds light on the widespread addiction that defines the current generation of college students: prescription stimulants.Drawing from testimonies of people diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder and those...