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Lady Gaga's actions reflect her words as she speaks during a campaign rally for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton in Raleigh, N.C.

Pop Culture Politics

Anna Watson, Arts & Entertainment Editor November 22, 2016

It’s been two weeks since Election Day, but the American people still have a lot to say about the results. Celebrities are no exception. As the nation decided on its 45th president, the polls took...

The crowd gathers for Third Thursday: I AM MPLS!

I AM MPLS: A Runway for the People

Trinity Ek, Arts & Entertainment Assistant Editor November 22, 2016

The I AM MPLS biannual fashion show took place last Thursday at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. It was a night of creativity, celebration, and, of course, fashion. However, this was more than just a...

Vine Logo

Twitter In, Vine Out

Tasnia Iffat, Arts & Entertainment Writer November 15, 2016

When the first announcements of Vine’s closing began circulating, most people thought it was a joke. Within hours, news spread that Vine had lost the social media platform war, and it became a revelation...

The Garage's logo on a wall near the stage.

Burnsville’s Hidden Gem

Eva Hanks, Arts & Entertainment Writer November 10, 2016

Among its theatres, malls, and parks, there is a world of opportunity hidden in the heart of Burnsville. The Garage is a non-profit music venue located on Civic Center Parkway. The shows are all ages,...

The set for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

More Than Just A Spelling Bee

AnneMarie Roggow, Arts & Entertainment Editor November 9, 2016

Nothing spells F-A-L-L better than a trip to Putnam County. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee follows six kids—Olive, William, Logainne, Marcy, Leaf, and Chip—who are competing in a spelling...

Apple Trophies

All Hands On Deck for the MinneApple

Jane Michaelson and Trinity Ek November 7, 2016

This weekend, Apple Valley High School hosted one of the most prestigious debate tournaments in the country. The MinneApple brought together 64 schools from 22 states for a weekend of tough competition...

Performing during marches has been a popular method of protest in the past.

The Music of Protest

Anna Watson, Arts & Entertainment Editor October 28, 2016

Heads recently turned in response to Bob Dylan’s Nobel Prize in literature--never before has the prize gone to a songwriter. Even more surprising is Dylan’s apparent refusal to accept or even acknowledge...

On Liberty Island, the band performed next to the Statue of Liberty with the NYC skyline behind them.

Music in the Megalopolis: Band Trip to NYC

Emilia Galchutt and Maria Larson October 28, 2016

82 people. 70 hours on a bus. 12 attractions. 8 states. 2 (scheduled) performances. 1 band trip. Over MEA break, the AVHS marching band took a trip to New York City. Leaving Wednesday, October 19th,...

Rated T: Camp WildARTness

Art Team: The Mia’s Teen Council

Trinity Ek, Arts & Entertainment Assistant Editor October 27, 2016

Playing games, directing Snapchat stories, crafting with kids, snacking, and spending quality time with friends—sound like fun? It’s all a part of the job. The Minneapolis Institute of Art’s...

A popular animated film, Cinderella is another Disney film gone live-action.

What Has Happened to Our Animated Movies?

Leigh Rosenthal, Arts & Entertainment Writer October 19, 2016

From the days where sippy cups and nap times were a daily occurrence and staying up until 3 am to study wasn’t a worry, most of us were introduced to a common childhood favorite: animated movies. Whether...

Movie Relief

Movie Relief

Tasnia Iffat, Arts & Entertainment Writer October 18, 2016

Despite the roaring start of the new school year, some are already looking forward to the summer. An option for stress relief is taking some time to watch new movies. Although the common romantic comedy...

Adventures Close to Home

Adventures Close to Home

Zynab Ahmed and Osob Abas June 8, 2016

With the aspects of freedom days away, relaxing under the sun and breathing some fresh air are all people can think about. Some might be exploring another city with family and friends, but most might...

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