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Jenkins Returns Home

By Ginger Simons | August 30, 2018

The Egyptian Theatre is honoring DeKalb native Richard Jenkins with a film series that showcases highlights of his acting career. The series kicks off 7 p.m. every Tuesday from Sept. 4 through Oct. 11 at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.Jenkins...

‘Happytime Murders’ commits cinematic crime

By Ginger Simons | August 30, 2018

The Jim Henson Company’s most recent venture, “The Happytime Murders,” didn’t sit well with audiences for its opening this weekend, indicating Muppet-lovers aren’t quite ready to have their childhood ripped apart on screen.The film stars Melissa...

Corn Fest had locals smiling from ear to ear

By Ginger Simons | August 27, 2018

The smell of barbecue and the sound of corn sizzling on the grill filled downtown DeKalb Friday as the community came together to attend the 41st annual Corn Fest.Corn Fest, which ran from Friday through Sunday, featured live music, local vendors and...

Plain White T’s try out new sound

By Ginger Simons | August 27, 2018

The Plain White T’s eighth studio album “Parallel Universe” sits at the intersection of heartbreak and catchy synthesized beats. Released Friday by Fearless Records, this album acts as a slight departure from the band’s typical sound.Where the...

Sunny Side Reviews: The Junction

By Ginger Simons | July 30, 2018

The Junction Eating Place, 816 W Lincoln Highway, has served the DeKalb community since 1969, providing students and locals with indulgent, homestyle meals.What sets Junction apart from other local eateries is an atmosphere that recalls an earlier period...

Drag queens dazzle House

By Ginger Simons | July 30, 2018

The fourth installment of the Miss Fits drag shows Saturday brought personality and glamour to the House Cafe stage, 263 E Lincoln Highway, enthralling the audience with dazzling performances from divine divas.The event, hosted by DeKalb drag queen Amethyst...

Fatty’s features musicians like Mike Notaro from the band Mike & Joe. 

Venues provide summertime fun

By Ginger Simons | July 23, 2018

Fatty’s features musicians like Mike Notaro from the band Mike & Joe. 

Stagecoach delivers hilarity

By Ginger Simons | July 23, 2018

The Stagecoach Players’ production of musical comedy “It Shoulda Been You,” directed by Jan Kuntz, was a delightful romp that kept the audience laughing for the full duration of the show. Cultural clashes, intertwined love stories and misunderstandings...

Johansson incites casting outrage

By Ginger Simons | July 9, 2018

Actress Scarlett Johansson drew criticism from LGBTQ+ rights activists this week for accepting to play the role of a transgender man in the recently announced film “Rub & Tug.” The character is based on the real life massage parlor owner Dante...

Courtesy DeKalb Public Library

Library features yoga with felines

By Ginger Simons | July 9, 2018

Courtesy DeKalb Public Library

Panic! puts out sixth album

By Ginger Simons | June 25, 2018

Released on June 22, Brendon Urie serves electronic beats and high energy with Panic! at the Disco’s most recent album “Pray for the Wicked.”Though the name Panic! at the Disco remains, the band has been reduced to just Brendon Urie, and this album...

‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’ focused on profit

By Ginger Simons | June 25, 2018

Released June 22, “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” is the latest installment of the “Jurassic Park” franchise to try to squeeze money out of a tired formula.As of June 23, the domestic gross for the film was just over $58.5 million at the box...