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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...

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Pastel Hair, Don’t Care

By Rachel Sanchez | March 6, 2018

Pastels are not just for fabrics; hair is the perfect canvas to express your trendy side. Make sure to look out for pretty pinks, lovely lavenders, baby blues, silky silvers and occasional ombres this spring season.Pretty in PinkYou can never go wrong...

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Revitalize Your Closet with These 5 Fashion Trends

By Rachel Sanchez | February 7, 2018

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Throw on some sweatpants this spring for both comfort and style.

Comfort invades fashion trends

By Tatianna Salisbury | March 9, 2017

Throw on some sweatpants this spring for both comfort and style.

Style Section: Spring Wardrobe Updates

By Northern Star staff | March 17, 2015

Does your closet need revamping to prep for warmer spring temperatures?Try these fun styles for some spring fashion inspiration. Festival chill by niunorthernstar featuring a mint nail polish Miu miu blouse, $815 / IRO short shorts / Charlotte Russe lace...

Pass/Fail: Winter weather is finally letting up, Primaries bring bad commercials

By Danny Cozzi | March 16, 2014

Pass: Winter weather is finally letting upIn a fit of anxious excitement, I’ve been checking the weekly forecast all weekend.Guess what? Most of this week appears to feature the most consistent streak of habitable weather conditions we’ve experienced...

Student skaters look forward to spring activities

By Brady Meier | May 1, 2013

With the spring semester coming to a close and the weather finally showing signs of turning, it is “prime time” for skaters in the DeKalb area, Edmund said. “The lagoon is one of the coolest places for a beginner to get practice in,” Edmund said....

Spring trends to watch

By Kayla Cameron | April 17, 2013

Spring, believe it or not, is here, and as we are all trying to make that transition from sweatpants and sweatshirts into shorts and tank tops, there is always the pesky weather that keeps us guessing. In spring, you’re never quite sure whether to wear...

City begins spring lawn waste pickup

By Brooke Shinberg | April 9, 2013

Spring is here and so is lawn waste pickup. Yard waste pickup began on April 1. Lawn waste will be picked up every regularly scheduled garbage day. Mark Espy, assistant director of Public Works, said the waste can be placed in plastic or steel trash cans...

Plan your spring acivities now

By Sarah Contreras | February 27, 2013

Winter is ending, and it is time to celebrate. With the fading of winter usually comes a feeling of restlessness. The cold, snow and icy rain keep most people cooped up for a few months--why go outside when it is so nice and dry inside? Now, at the end...

Cheap additions to your wardrobe

By Deanna Frances | February 26, 2013

With spring just around the corner, you might be thinking about changing your wardrobe from layers of sweaters and jeans to thinner T-shirts, dresses and shorts. Since fashion is a high priority for society, many people try to find the “hottest” looks...

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