‘Reunion’ carries on ‘American Pie’ tradition
I’m sure many of us have seen several of the American Pie movies. From the originals, “American Pie,” “American Pie 2” and “American Wedding,” to “Beta House,” “Band Camp,” “The…
Alternative recipes for leftover Easter eggs
Egg dying and decorating has been around since the early 1700s with the Pennsylvania Dutch settlers. It may create a mess, with all the separate cups of coloring, but the…
‘The Killing’ leaves fans wondering what comes next
Last year’s finale of the new AMC series “The Killing” caused an Internet firestorm over a last-minute revelation that basically made the entire season seem like a waste of time.…
Picking the right cell phone
Fatty the Blue Collar Lunchbox asks: “Which is a better purchase: Android or iPhone?” That’s an excellent question, one many people ask themselves and others when their cellphone contract nears…
Using sugary, sweet Peeps for more than just food
Amidst the books at the River Falls public library is a new attraction. Sitting atop the reference books and pamphlets in the center of the library are brightly colored Peeps…
Discovering the stories behind the myths of Easter
If you have ever ventured into a mall around Easter you will have noticed a large line of young kids waiting to see something. No, it isn’t Santa Claus, although…
Being a journalist creates dilemma with various social networks
I think I am addicted to social media sites. Maybe we all are, as a generation of constantly streaming, Instagram-ing, retweeting and trending kids. But I wasn’t like this before…
Learning the nuances of daily life in Italy
I’ve spent the last week in Italy, some of those days with and without the International Traveling Classroom. Three days in Rome with my girlfriend has turned into a week…
ʻWrathʼ disappoints much like its prequel
There were a lot of things wrong with 2010’s “Clash of the Titans,” none of which were fixed in the sequel. “Wrath of the Titans” is just as dull and…
Capturing lasting images at the Pacific Ocean
I passed a green highway sign that pointed west to Shelter Cove as I curled down in my Acura down this heavily forested part of northern California called the Big…
