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Local lo-fi and jank rock band Johnathon McCombe.

Local band Johnathon McCombe making presence known

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | September 25, 2021

DeKALB – Local lo-fi and jank rock band Johnathon McCombe are making their presence known with their unforgettable high-energy performances. The band consists of Johnathon McCombe, the rhythmic guitarist, singer, songwriter, recorder and producer,...

Closeup of male karate fighter hands.

Top 5 martial arts films

By Kyron Lewis, Lifestyle Writer | September 24, 2021

For as long as I can remember, I’ve loved action movies and the fight scenes that come with them. Luckily, martial arts films have lots of them. While I’d argue most of the films in the genre, especially older films, may be lacking in certain aspects...

The upcoming release of “Spider-Man: No Way Home” has fans reflecting on all the Spider-Man movies that have been released within the last decade.

Ranked: Top 5 Spider-Man movies

By Janyce-Monique Johnson | September 23, 2021

The upcoming release of “Spider-Man: No Way Home” got me thinking about all the Spider-Man movies that have been released within the last decade. We have seen Spider-Man played by Toby Maguire, Andrew Garfield and Tom Holland, and we have heard Spider-Man...

Ashlie Amber will perform her show “Ashlie Amber: I Will Always Love You” at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 18.

Egyptian Theatre to host month-long horror film series

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | September 23, 2021

DeKALB – The Egyptian Theatre will host a horror film series featuring one film every Tuesday leading up to Halloween. The films played as a part of the horror film series include “Poltergeist'' this Tuesday, “Gremlins” on Oct. 5, “Misery”...

Kuipers Family Farm pumpkin patch

Best locations to pick pumpkins near DeKalb

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | September 23, 2021

Nothing says fall quite like a trip to a pumpkin patch. Whether one is looking for some fun activities for family or friends to enjoy, these pumpkin patches have many activities available to choose from. Here are some of the best local pumpkin patches...

Open Door Coffee parks their truck for Taste of DeKalb Sunday in Frank Van Buer Plaza, 148-198 N. Second St., in downtown DeKalb.

Taste of DeKalb returns for 5th year

By Quade Evans, Opinion Columnist | September 22, 2021

DeKALB – Taste Of DeKalb will return for its fifth year Sunday at the Frank Van Buer Plaza.Taste of DeKalb is set to run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday and attendees can expect to taste cuisine from various food vendors while enjoying family friendly...

A cup of coffee with latte art surrounded by loose coffee beans on a wooden table.

Top 5 DeKalb coffee shops

By Janyce-Monique Johnson | September 21, 2021

If you’re a college student, you probably drink coffee. There have been many times where I did not get enough sleep, or I had an early class, which meant having some coffee in the morning. While I prefer to make coffee at home, because you can make...

Taking care of natural hair, especially in the Black community, can be challenging for most. Lifestyle reporter Ariel Morris gives her top products for natural hair.

Top 5 natural hair products

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer | September 20, 2021

Taking care of natural hair, especially in the Black community, can be challenging for most. Some people find it difficult to take care of their hair because they deemed it to be “unmanageable.”As frustrating as it is for many curly girls to find...

Spotify logo on a computer with a blurry background.

Lifestyle’s weekly Spotify playlist #21

By Lifestyle staff | September 19, 2021

Weekly Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68wGx0ILhPIqesBuvAbigo  Jacob’s picks Code Orange - “In Fear”  Knoll - “Callus of the Maw” Scarlet Demore - “Peaches”  Hardcore band Code Orange evolved their...

Assortment of rappers and musicians accompanying Kanye West on the porch of his recreated childhood home.

Album review: ‘Donda’

By Kyron Lewis, Lifestyle Writer | September 17, 2021

Kanye West’s 10th solo album “Donda” was released on Aug. 29 after much anticipation. The album had been delayed multiple times after it was originally set to be released on July 24. Various listening events were held leading up to the actual release...

Entrance of the "Through Every Fiber" exhibit at the Pick Museum of Anthropology.

‘Through Every Fiber’ exhibit opens at Pick Museum of Anthropology

By Brandon Montemayor | September 16, 2021

DeKALB — Enter a cultural melting pot and gain an understanding of the textile workings that go into making anything from rugs to clothing with the Pick Museum of Anthropology’s “Through Every Fiber” exhibit.  The free-to-attend exhibit, which...

Blumen Gardens in Sycamore, will host its annual Fall Fest Saturday and Sunday. Visitors will be able to listen to live music, food and raffles.

Blumen Gardens to host annual Fall Fest

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | September 15, 2021

SYCAMORE – Blumen Gardens will be hosting its annual Fall Fest on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year will be the third year that the Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St., has hosted Fall Fest. This event will include live music, food,...