From the monthly archives: June 2012

Photography after dark

June 30, 2012 8:41 am by

Now that you’ve read about the challenges of his craft, learn to do what he does. Columbia photographer Stephen Bybee will be teaching the tricks of his trade at the Columbia Public Library at 1 p.m.

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There is a time a place for everything. The time is summertime and the place is Columbia. You’d think there is no way fashion can possible go wrong when the living is easy. But is style never — NEVER — fashionable unless it’s comfortable, practical and functional.

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The latest Linkin Park album, Living Things, released this week. We break down if it’s worth a listen or Shi-no-da.

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It’s going to be a hot one today. Here are some reasonable tips to avoid melting in the extreme heat.

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Vox editor Jesse Bishop shares his woes of living through the NBA draft as a basketball fan in mid-Missouri.

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Ode to Nora Ephron

June 28, 2012 8:53 am by

Nora Ephron passed away on Tuesdayat 71, leaving us with laughs, a-ha moments and Hollywood scenes we’ll never forget.

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The cheaper alternative to buying all new state-of-the-art instruments.

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Analogy of the week: That large-winged (pronounced wing-id) bird flew up to the top of that billboard faster than a Canadian pop singer.

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Bullying is a sore subject to most people. Most of us have been either the victims of a bully, or have been a bully ourselves. Either way, people just don’t like to talk about it.

This was brought to the forefront of many media outlets last week as a viral video depicted a disturbing case [...]

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Ragtag turns 14

June 25, 2012 11:21 am by

Ragtag survived it’s first awkward year as teen and to celebrate they’re throwing a party. And yes, you are invited. The birthday bash will feature free treats such as Sparky’s-ice-cream-Uprise-cookie-sandwiches, Schlafly beer, Golden Barrel wines and Mountain Valley spring water.

In addition to [...]

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Planning a wedding? Skip the books.

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Add some music to your hot summer.

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Easing into fantasy reads

June 23, 2012 12:10 pm by

Four tried and true (cheap) picks that can be your gateway to a new genre.

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Looking for something to do this Sunday? Head over to you local, organic and sustainable farms from 1 – 5 p.m. Here’s where and how.

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Trops just released a brand new flavor Raging Bull. As the name implies, the drink features Red Bull mixed with vodka, pomegranate purée, & Triple Sec. From what I hear, it’s delicious…and dangerous. As if these frozen fruity drinks didn’t have enough of a kick from the alcohol, Trops just upped their game by adding the famous energy drink.

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This week in music

June 22, 2012 8:42 am by

Don’t miss a note again with this play-by-play of the music happenings in Columbia and across the world.

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The latest Liars album, WIXIW, released on June 5. Here, we break down the experimental electronic-rock group’s latest salvo against being pigeonholed.

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This week’s entry in Ragtag’s Homebrewed series is seriously disappointing… because showing a film like this just once is a shame. It really is that good.

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Check out the last three books on Columbia author Keija Parssinen’s nightstand — you might find familiar themes in her next novel.

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Wilco show a go-go

June 20, 2012 9:25 am by

The Blue Note has announced that Wilco will be coming to Ninth Street on Sept. 16 for a must-see show.

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