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Variety Articles

"Sometimes" all you need is a little folk

My music spectrum is all over the place. I have a friend who listens to rap like you wouldn't believe, my sister is a country fanatic and I have other friends who prefer the local sounds of Charlie Parr, Trampled By Turtles and Too Many Banjos. If you are anything like my friends that enjoy the tunes of local musicians, St.… Post the First Comment

UMD students work to bring fall festivities to local children

by Holly Nelson in Variety

The hard work of a group of UMD elementary education students had a big pay off, as their annual Fall Fest held at Nettleton Elementary was a huge success with local children and their parents. This year, the UMD students included activities such as face painting, apple and leaf stamping, seed planting, popcorn hands, mask making, a haunted house, and a dance floor.… Post the First Comment

Getting in shape with Molly

Group fitness pass prices reduced

by Molly Forkrud in Variety

Were you hesitant to dish out the original $50 for a group fitness pass, not knowing whether you would get your money's worth? You're in luck. Fitness passes have now been discounted to $35. With the holidays right around the corner, there's no better time to tweak up that body.… 1 Comment

Conservative Gubernatorial hopefuls to speak at UMD

by Alicia Lebens in Variety

On June 2, 2009, Gov. Tim Pawlenty announced that he would not run for a third term as governor of the State of Minnesota. With 19 months left in his term, the race has begun to find Pawlenty's replacement. More than ever, being involved with the political process is more mainstream and more accessible to the masses.… Post the First Comment

Old fans rejoice, newcomers ignore

by Adam Wheeler in Variety

Taking Back Sunday (TBS) has endured yet another lineup change and produced another catchy, if not repetitive, album called "New Again," that is destined to catch the ears of angst-filled teenagers around the United States. The loss of guitarist Fred Mascherino will go generally unnoticed by casual fans of the band, especially when you compare his departure to that of John Nolan, now lead singer/guitarist of Straylight Run.… 1 Comment