If you’re a fan of James Bond, you’ve probably noticed the last two films have relied heavily on the magic of computer hacking. Apparently “Q,” James Bond’s gadget guru, can do more than hide lasers in watch wristbands — he’s also a cyber security terrorist. In the film “Skyfall,” Q
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December 09, 2015 by justin
in Film Review
Krampus is a thing now. For those who do not know, Krampus is a mythical being from Bavarian folkore who worked along with Saint Nicholas to separate the good children from the bad. Saint Nick gives the good ones presents; Krampus steals the bad ones away. Over the past few
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December 09, 2015 by justin
in Locker Room
After six seasons in Webster City, Iowa’s own Midwest Rampage is moving to Carlisle. “The main reasons we are moving to Carlisle has to do with location, location, location,” said John Elkin, team owner and linebacker of Midwest Rampage. “While we had a roster of 39 players last season, only
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December 02, 2015 by justin
in Cover Story
Donald Trump, at his campaign kickoff last June, famously said that Mexico was purposely sending immigrants to America with “…lots of problems. They’re bringing crime. They’re rapists…” Trump’s nativist march has continued apace; he even recently flirted with the idea of creating a nationwide database of Muslims. Yet here’s the
Read More →A classic American restaurant known for its wood-fired entrees and bold flavors, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is set to open in West Des Moines this month. The restaurant specializes in aged steaks, fresh seafood, chicken and ribs. This is Firebirds’ 38th national location and its first in Iowa. Firebirds will
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December 02, 2015 by justin
in Civic Skinny
The most successful labor union dealing with the state of Iowa has but 13 members. They get big annual raises, are covered by one rather simple document, are rewarded with hefty performance-based bonuses and don’t pay a penny in dues. And there’s no rule against nepotism. All 13 make more
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December 02, 2015 by justin
in Center Stage
The Tin Man had to brush up on his tap-dancing. Jay McGill handles the clattery creature, the one who needs a heart, in the theatrical version of “The Wizard of Oz.” The 1939 movie, magical though it was, needed a retooling to work onstage, and for the Tin Man, this
Read More →The Des Moines Music Coalition’s (DMMC) annual roots, blues and Americana celebration, Little BIG Fest, takes place this weekend. The past three years have seen the DMMC experiment with the festival’s makeup to make it a more enjoyable fan experience. This year, the festival makes a couple new changes. most
Read More →“Pawn Stars” toy expert Johnny Jimenez Jr. was arrested last month and charged with domestic violence after he allegedly yanked his girlfriend to the ground at a Las Vegas restaurant. Police arrived just after 4 a.m. to find Jimenez had fled the scene. Charges have yet to be settled. In
Read More →Des Moines Performing Arts announced the winners of its “Bridges Covered” contest, where local acts were encouraged to cover one of the songs from the “Bridges of Madison County” musical. The Brazilian 2Wins had the winning entry, and was awarded with a recording session at the Alexander Recording Company in
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