Questions rise as NBA enters new ground

Questions rise as NBA enters new ground

By David Mullen What was setting up to be a normal NBA offseason suddenly spun out of control.   Forwards Paul George and Kawhi Leonard joined the Los Angeles Clippers, and Kyrie Irving went to the Brooklyn Nets, as did Kevin Durant, who will miss the entire season with a ruptured Achilles tendon injury. Guard […]

Black cats are lucky in other countries

Black cats are lucky in other countries

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Every year, my neighbors display an enormous, inflatable black cat for Halloween. My dogs are terrified of that colossal cat, especially when it turns its head and glares at them. Spooky! Black cats are the most popular Halloween costume among elementary-aged children and college freshmen women.  Black cats are certainly a […]

Green Chili Tamale Pie

Green Chili Tamale Pie

1 large yellow onion, diced 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 pound ground turkey 12 ounces ale or lager beer 8 green chiles, roasted, seeded and diced (about 1 cup) 1 cup corn kernels 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained 1 can (14 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed 1 (16-ounce) package cornbread mix, prepared […]

‘Zombieland: Double Tap’ goofy spoof on zombie movies

‘Zombieland: Double Tap’ goofy spoof on zombie movies

By Chic DiCiccio Here’s an interesting fact: 2009’s “Zombieland” was the highest grossing zombie-themed movie of all time until 2013. That’s when “World War Z” and Brad Pitt’s flowing locks overtook it, and “Zombieland” was destined to be a well-received yet forgotten comedy.  Then “The Walking Dead” happened. Its popularity has brought a decade long […]

College players say: Show me the money!

By David Mullen Jason Lambert is president, CEO and portfolio manager of Northwest Financial and Tax Solutions and author of the upcoming book “The Retirement Trailhead.” He has believed that big money and big-time college sports have been entwined for some time. “If that [the NCAA] were a business, I would definitely invest in it. […]

‘In the Shadow of the Moon’ desperately tries to be good

‘In the Shadow of the Moon’ desperately tries to be good

By Chic DiCiccio “In the Shadow of the Moon” is an entry into the rare science fiction-police noir thriller-time travel mystery-social commentary genre. It’s so rare, this Netflix production could be the first of its kind. It’s also a convoluted, overwrought, overwritten and lazily directed B-movie that spirals into nonsense the longer that it goes.  […]

Lake House still finding its groove

Lake House still finding its groove

By R. H. Lannen The Lake House Bar and Grill may not be directly on White Rock Lake, but it has the persona of a relaxed, waterfront restaurant. The atmosphere is calm, and the staff is friendly and attentive. When I arrived, I walked straight through the restaurant and past the massive wrap-around bar and […]

Exhibit remembers prominent women

Exhibit remembers prominent women

From Bath House reports The Bath House Cultural Center presents the 33rd Annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) art exhibition, Oct. 12-Nov. 16. The exhibition features Day of the Dead visual art and altars in a variety of media created by local, national and international artists. A reception with the artists is […]

Local teacher’s art part of annual tour

Local teacher’s art part of annual tour

By Gigi Ekstrom On a fall weekend in 1992, six artists in the White Rock Lake area opened their studios to the public. That humble beginning has continued and grown while providing a rewarding experience for art enthusiasts of all ages. When the 2019 White Rock Lake Artists’ Studio Tour opens its doors this weekend, […]

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