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Here or There – State of Play/Invention of Lying
[15 Oct 2009 | View Comments | 278 views]
Here or There – State of Play/Invention of Lying

Official poster.
DVD – STATE OF PLAY (Universal)
Actors: You could not find a better or more accomplished list of actors for the film. Russell Crowe stars as Cal McAffrey, an old-school investigative journalist to the core. Don’t tell him print is dying. Rachel McAdams is Della Frye an up-and-coming 21st century journalist whose need for content sometimes outweighs her need for verification. Ben Affleck is Rep. Stephen Collins whose political ambition blurs his personal and professional conduct. …

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In & Out – Fiddler on the Roof
[15 Oct 2009 | View Comments | 261 views]
In & Out – Fiddler on the Roof

The cast and crew of the Branding Iron Theatre opens its season with perfomances of Fiddler on the Roof. The musical was selected to help mark the centennial of the universty. Both students and faculty will be featured in the production. The musical is considered one of the most endearing musicals of all time and will consist of many familiar songs. There are several perfomances throughout the next two weeks. So there are plenty of chances to go see it.

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Dare to be Scared
[15 Oct 2009 | View Comments | 221 views]
Dare to be Scared

PHOTO | STOCK.XHNG – Graphic by Jonas Rios.
Children may have trick or treating, but teens and adults have haunted houses!
Amarillo offers a plethora of haunted houses that allow us to freak out every weekend during the month of October.
One of the popular Halloween attractions in the area is the Amazingly Fun Farm.
It offers innocent fun by day for children, but by night turns into a devilish cornfield maze of terror!
Like those nightmares where we run, but can’t hide or escape …

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Opinion »

What’s on Your Mind? – Homecoming
[8 Oct 2009 | View Comments | 957 views]
What’s on Your Mind? – Homecoming

As I sat around, thinking about what to discuss that pertains to Homecoming, I found myself wondering what you, the students, really care about. So I took to the streets with my trusty pen and paper and asked you what you think of the WTAMU Homecoming festivities.
I asked 50 people what they thought, and this is what you said:

Question 1: What is your favorite activity leading up to Homecoming?

As you can see, people really enjoy the bonfire, even those who …

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In & Out – Homecoming
[8 Oct 2009 | View Comments | 187 views]
In & Out – Homecoming

Fair on the Square is an annual Homecoming Week activity. Several vendors fill up Canyon’s square with their booths on Saturday morning. There are informational booths, marketing booths, raffles, along with many booths selling all kinds of merchandise. There are other events, such as the Lion’s Club pancake breakfast at 7 a.m. and the Homecoming Parade that starts at 11 a.m. Fair on the Square begins at 9 a.m. and continues until 3 p.m.

Arts & Entertainment, Opinion »

Here or There: Chick Flick Edition
[1 Oct 2009 | View Comments | 330 views]
Here or There: Chick Flick Edition

Official poster.
Sam Carter & Beka Rutledge
Opinion Writer & Assistant Editor
DVD – GHOSTS OF GIRLFRIENDS PAST (New Line Cinema)
Sam Carter
Opinion Writer
Actors:

Matthew McConaughey: stars as Connor Mead, a womanizer who knows all the right ways to charm the ladies, but uses them for all the wrong reasons.
Jennifer Garner: plays Jenny Perotti, Connor’s love interest throughout the film who is the only one not susceptible for falling for his evil ways.
Michael Douglas: plays Uncle Wayne, the man who taught Connor how to charm …

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In & Out – Homecoming Weekend
[1 Oct 2009 | View Comments | 134 views]
In & Out – Homecoming Weekend

Homecoming festivities begin next week with several fun activities planned. There is at least one big event everyday. However, Friday the 9th is when things really start rolling. Pigskin Revue and the bonfire followed by the Homecoming dance, featuring Safety Suit, are the attractions for that night. Saturday morning is the parade, as well as Fair on the Square. Then that night, is the usual painting up and tailgating. Finally, the biggest event of all-the game! Gear up in …

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Here or There – Adventureland/All About Steve
[24 Sep 2009 | View Comments | 371 views]
Here or There – Adventureland/All About Steve

Sam Carter
Staff reporter
IN THEATRES – ALL ABOUT STEVE (20th Century Fox)
Actors:
Sandra Bullock: Plays Mary Horowitz, a crossword puzzle maker who is very intelligent but lacks in the way of social skills.
Thomas Haden Church: Plays Hartman Hughes, a news reporter looking for a big break to bump him up to anchor.
Bradley Cooper: Plays Steve, the character Mary is obsessed with throughout the movie, who fears his kind-hearted stalker.
Plot:
Mary Horowitz goes on a blind date with Steve, a news cameraman. After being …

Arts & Entertainment, Featured »

Whitney Houston Alive and Well: New CD brings ‘diva’ to former success
[24 Sep 2009 | View Comments | 800 views]
Whitney Houston Alive and Well: New CD brings ‘diva’ to former success

PHOTO | ARISTA
Dino Griego
Staff Reporter
On Sept. 1, Whitney Houston busted out her new album, “I Look To You.”
While I was hesitant to purchase her merchandise, I thought the Diva deserved a chance to redeem her, “Crack is Whack” history. Let’s face it – I didn’t want to feed the addiction, but can I get a witness? She’s pretty amazing.
Well, I am not afraid to say the new CD didn’t disappoint me. I will not call this a “comeback” because …

Arts & Entertainment, Featured, Photos »

Llamas, food and fun — oh my!
[24 Sep 2009 | View Comments | 245 views]
Llamas, food and fun — oh my!

PHOTO BY FRANKIE SANCHEZ
Jonas Leon Rios
Prairie reporter
Web Editor’s Note: To see more photos of the fair, click here!
Yup, it’s that time of year again where we can forgive ourselves for breaking our New Year’s resolutions of dieting, spending more than usual for a night out and of course letting go of all inhibitions.
For the 86th go round, the Texas Ford Dealers Tri-State Fair and Rodeo have frolicked into town, offering all of the same fun-filled traditions, along with exciting new …

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