Unknown Component “Arbitrary Ambiguity” Independent Unknown Component is entirely the work of Ames-based Keith Lynch. At the end of the day, I don’t know if the things Lynch has to say as Unknown Component are vital or important, but the ways in which he says them are often
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December 24, 2014 by justin
in Sound Check
December 24, 2014 by justin
in Tech Talk
Don’t give ho-ho-horrible tech gifts
There is truly no better time of year to give or get a gift than right now. No matter if you’re Christian, Jewish, celebrate Kwanzaa or simply indulge in the spirit of the season, it seems most people embrace the giving spirit that comes with December. Chances are you already
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December 24, 2014 by justin
in On The Tube
The Best TV of 2014 Pt. 1
(Almost) everything you should revisit, or discover, from the past year. “True Detective” (HBO) Creator/writer Nic Pizzolatto probably screwed himself by launching this mesmerizing crime anthology with stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson at the top of their respective games. Good luck following up these eight near-perfect episodes.
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December 24, 2014 by justin
in Food Dude
Joe Tripp and other new year blessings
The old year goes out bestowing gifts to the local food scene. Michael Leo’s Strudl Haus returned after years in limbo. This time the Austrian chef’s divine pastries set tables on the south side (1951 Indianola Ave.) instead of in Altoona. Leo also features a line of sausages (Grobe
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December 24, 2014 by justin
in Book Review
‘New Annotated H.P. Lovecraft’
Howard Phillips (H.P.) Lovecraft is a towering figure in the world of horror, short stories, American literature and the just plain weird. Collecting many noteworthy and beloved stories, Leslie Klinger’s “The New Annotated H.P. Lovecraft” delves deeply into Lovecraftian scholarship with a passion and depth to satisfy the most
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December 24, 2014 by justin
in Sound Notes
Iowa jam-band natives Euforquestra have announced the dates for the 12th annual “Camp Euforia” music festival, held every year in Lone Tree, Iowa. This year’s festival will take place July 16–18, with this year marking the first time the event has been taken to three days, with the addition
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December 24, 2014 by justin
in What the?
Next week’s photo: This week’s winner: “Jingle balls, jingle balls, jingle all the way.” -Heidi Soliday Runners-up: “Look, it’s Marilyn Mon-ho-ho-ho.” -Marcus Stevens “You knew there was way too much egg nog flowing at the Christmas party when this happened.” -Jim McCool Think you’re funny? Send us
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December 24, 2014 by justin
in What's Brewing?
Spotlight: Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company
Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company When asked what comes to mind when thinking of Wisconsin, most people would probably say cheese, the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee. But what you might not realize is that Wisconsin produces the most cranberries in the United States, and it is also the home
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December 24, 2014 by justin
in Locker Room
Shake it up and stretch it out
Exercising with a group of strangers? Pass. Attending a dance party with a group of strangers? Yes. Somehow combine the two to create a unique experience that breaks down your self-conscious nature as well as your body fat? Zumba! “If you talk with children and ask them if they can
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