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00// cover 02// contents//notes 04// road map of benson 10// revamped students 14// clothes your parents wore 20// sweet silos 26// dumpster diving 28// pumped up players 32// movie remakes 36// dizzy 3-D 38// tasty twists 42// distressed denim//diy 46// revamped playlist 48// get quizzed 50// in the know contributors to this issue// chief// jordan meradith
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samie steed
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eva phillips
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jill hoppe
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ellie anderson-smith
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lia hagen, rebecca
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laurel oetken
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a note from the editors// The magazine that you all have come to know and love has returned. Our staff is a I t’smixback! of veterans and novices. We have made slight changes, but we still bring to you the unique
restaurants, shops and people of Westside and Omaha. This issue is all about the renewed, revilatazed and revamped. We’ve scoured Omaha from Benson to downtown to enlighten you about places you’ve never heard of, even if you’ve lived here your whole life. We have everything from vintage fashion (page 14) to twists on classic recipes (page 38). Ever wonder if you were a hipster or a bro? Take the quiz to find out (page 48). Check out the revamped playlist for some sick tunes (page 46). So sit down, relax and enjoy this first issue!
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a historical treasure in District 66, we often don’t get north of 72nd and Maple, but there’s L iving an area of Omaha waiting to be seen and discovered. Benson has been a
part of Omaha for nearly 125 years. Though it has been around for such a long time, new adventures are still waiting to happen in its streets. New restaurants, clothing shops, thrift stores, and odds and ends are moving into the streets of downtown Benson. (Continued on page 6)
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new to old //community
an old community revitalized story | design by samie steed | photos by jill hoppe down a new paved road lined with D riving shops and restaurants on either side, it’s
evident that the new is blending with the old. Here there’s old world charm with a refreshed sort of feel. Buildings standing on the street have been there for tens of years, but the restaurants that may fill them could be brand new. It feels up and coming, fresh, yet worn. Benson has endured many fading years, but it is now recognized as an Omaha treasure. “It’s really cute, I really like the old buildings,” senior Ella Sherman said. “I go to Benson quite a bit.” One by one the empty old buildings are being filled with unique stores and restaurants. These restaurants, like Taita and Star Deli, are popping up everywhere. “There are a lot of shops and it always seems busy,” senior Joei Tipton said. “I know of The Imaginarium and lots of antique stores.” Along with the unique stores a unique gaming experience has just opened in the area: Beercade-an arcade that serves alcohol.
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Minors can go inside and use the arcade as long as they are accompanied by an adult, and students certainly don’t mind the restriction. “If friends were like ‘let’s go hang out at the Beercade!’ I’d go grab a parent,” senior Thomas Wzorek said. Other businesses are also taking advantage of the growing community. “It’s blossoming,” senior Hannah Radler said. “It was good, and then it died. It retired, and then it was reborn.” The city of Omaha recently received a grant to make even more improvements to the area. With this new grant, the city will receive funds to help the community with cultural and historical projects and to reduce street and gang violence in all of North Omaha. “As a community Benson needs a little cleaning up,” senior Aaron Boyle. “Their shops are amazing, and I know they put a lot of funding towards it.” It seems business-owners and young people alike are flocking to Benson in order to turn it into an even better Omaha treasure.
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road map to benson
unique stores and restaurant finds and our staff picked hidden gems story | design by samie steed | photos by jill hoppe
lion’s mane
Lion’s Mane is a cute vintage shop located a little west of downtown Benson. They have a nice selection of funny 80’s t-shirts and sweatshirts that everyone can enjoy. They also get handmade apparel and accessories are from local Omaha crafters, so you know your money is going to help artists around town.
star deli
Star Deli, our hidden gem pick, is a recently opened sandwich shop. They serve all the classics you could want for lunch and then some. Switch up your usual ham and cheese for a peach n’ pork. Why not go somewhere unique, rather than the Subway down the street? Be adventurous, be a man (or woman), and eat at Star Deli - I dare you.
jane’s health market
leo’s diner
Jane’s has anything a health food junkie could ever want and then some: food snacks, vitamins and supplements, and other good ideas like beauty products. There really is something for everyone.
This local family owned restaurant has gotten rave reviews from their customers. It’s an old fashioned diner with all the classic meals that taste like home. Rather than Applebee’s or other chains, suggest Joe’s Diner for a family dinner night out.
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the waiting room
taita
If you’ve never seen a show at The Waiting Room you should buy tickets right away... they sell out fast. Local bands, national acts, and even students at Westside get gigs here. Just know that you need a parent permission slip if you’re under 18.
Taita is a brand new restaurant opening soon in Benson. Featuring seafood and Italian food, it might be a tad bit pricy, but it will be worth it for the great meal. It could be a fun place to take your date before winter formal or prom.
pizza shoppe
imaginarium
The Pizza Shoppe in Benson has been around for what seems like forever. Owned by a Westside family, this pizza and pub is reasonably priced and perfect for a high school student.
Just from the store front you can tell The Imaginarium, our store hidden gem pick, isn’t your average thrift shop. The shop houses lots of wacky items. From time to time they even get crazy donations such as old telephone booths and church organs. It’s fun to just walk through with friends and joke around with all the merchandise. You will probably find something you’ll have to buy and couldn’t get anywhere else.
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paperdoll
Paper Doll is a vintage boutique with lots of hidden treasures inside. Vintage trends are all the rage right now, and Paper Doll has the real deal. Why spend $200 for a wornin looking outfit, when you can spend halfthe price for an even better look. Guys, get vintage shirts here that your girlfriend that will actually approve of.
tip top thrift shop
Tip Top Thrift shop has vintage goodies galore from dinnerware to paintings. New items and furniture are placed out on a daily basis. This leaves the store jam-packed with items ready to buy. Even better, all proceeds go to local charities.
hargiss
st. vincent depaul
Hargiss is a quant little music shop that sells stringed instruments. Going here, you know you will have one-to-one help picking out the perfect guitar, violin, or whatever your preference is. No matter what, you’re going to find what you need.
St.Vincent De Paul is a non-profit thrift store which gives a substantial portion of their goods to those who need help. They are always looking for more donations, so donate or buy - it goes to a good cause. With funky furniture galore, remember to shop here for a bedroom redecoration.
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revamped students story | design by rebecca boocker | photos by ally stark and eva phillips | photo credit dollie keepsake and hayley krumwiede
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gaining new perspectives //q&a or most teens, summer is a time to go swimming and to hang out with friends. It is a time to relax and unwind until the next stressful year of high school rolls around. For junior Eden Ginsberg and sophomores Hayley Krumwiede
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and Kenneth Owens however, summer consisted of working hard and finding themselves. When school started in August, each arrived back at Westside with a new outlook on life and a dream for the future.
eden ginsberg For the entire month of July, Eden Ginsberg attended an acting camp in Los Angeles.
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“We stayed in the dorms at UCLA and received the whole college experience. I specifically chose the camp for film acting, as opposed to theatre acting, so we worked with cameras, boom operators, and everything that gave us an on camera experience. You had to audition for the camp, so it was taken very seriously.”
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“My passion in life is acting. It was my second time going to this camp, but this time I wanted to really study acting. I now know what I want to pursue.”
passion// “I’ve grown up with acting. Every night of my life was spent at the Rose theatre since I was six years old.”
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“Getting into college for performing arts is challenging, and it will take a lot of hard work. But I now realize that this is what I want to do. I know that it is what makes me happy in life and I feel like I finally found where I belong, whether on stage or in front of a camera.”
kenneth owens
Sophomore Kenneth Owens was one of the few sophomores to be selected for ATSC show choir this fall and attended rehearsals over the summer.
reaction// “When I made ATSC, I felt pride in what I do. People were always telling me that sophomores didn’t really make ATSC, so I was excited when I passed expectations on the tradition. It made me realize that I was better at singing than I thought.“
passion// “For me, singing is a way to release stress and tell a story. Someday, I want
to become famous through shows like the X Factor or the Voice.”
impact// “ATSC has made me want to come to school more, which is good because we have four rehearsals a week. It’s a big commitment, but it’s worth it. It’s also made me think positively of what I do. Not everybody makes it, so when you do make it, you were chosen for a certain reason.”
hayley krumwiede
Not only did she compete in the Junior Olympics for track this summer in Baltimore, but sophomore Hayley Krumwiede helped mentally disabled kids work towards their track goals as well.
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“I was very excited because all my hard work had paid off. I had to compete in many different meets and competitions to get to where I was. I was overjoyed.”
helping others// “At the beginning of the summer, I helped a few learn how to jump and I taught them techniques, etc. It was a really cool experience.”
passion// “It honestly means everything to me. I train all year and I do different
types of workouts, such as lifting and running hills. You could say that my whole life revolves around training for it. Someday I may want to even make it to the Olympics.”
impact// “This experience really taught me how privileged and lucky I am to have what I have and the talent that I do. Helping other people is truly the greatest feeling in the world. As for the Junior Olympics, I know that track is my passion, and that it is everything to me.”
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trends from then to now story | design by laurel oetken | photos by ally stark
I n the halls of Westside High School, fashion is something taken
either highly, slightly, or is of no importance at all. However, almost everywhere you go, you can see trends that are in now in fashion that also used to be years ago. Trends come and go and usually are based off of things that were popular in the past. Looking through your closet, you may not even realize some of the clothing that you wear on a daily baisis used to be popular in eras such as the 40s or the 80s. Check out the next few pages and see if your style is a new take on an old trend.
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reuse, recycle //fashion
the military look
Wearing wartime inspired clothing is something that often comes and goes in fashion. The military look started in the early 19th century and carried on throughout the years. In the 1960s, military clothing such as uniform inspired outfits and combat boots became a hot style by many in protest of the Vietnam War. Nowadays, rather than wearing the look to protest our current war situtations or controversial issues, we wear it for fashion. Combat boots, leather jackets and camouflage help to set this fashion statement in motion.
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high waisted shorts
High waisted shorts, whether they are colored, denim or even tie-dye, have become a huge trend in womens clothing, primarily this past summer. High waisted shorts and pants date back to the early 1940s, however high waisted pants were more popular before high waisted shorts. During the World War II era, it was unacceptable for women to show too much skin. High waisted shorts, which covered the stomach and the legs at the same time, were a compromise for this. This trend was not only big in the 1940s but continued to be well-liked into the 50s, when capris and shorts became popular. In the 80s, high waisted shorts made a comeback but often with more, brighter, colors and patterns, rather than just the typical dark denim shorts. Today, many different takes on the high waisted short have been made from creating an edgy look with studded pockets, to making shorts completely frayed to fit the vintage fashion trend.
glasses Wearing glasses to school is no longer a rare thing but now a fashion statement. Hornrimmed glasses, glasses that had more defined frames, first became trendy in the 1920s however it lost its touch and faded away as metal rimmed glasses became more popular. Horn-rimmed glasses and browline glasses came back into style in the 1940s and 50s and then later in the 1970s, Ray Ban Avaiators became popular. Wearing horn-rimm’ed and browline glasses came back into style when they were featured in the hit TV show Mad Men. Not only are they in style, but have become popular among men and women.
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Neon is a big fashion trend in almost every mall storefront. Wearing neon is a trend that dates back to the 80s. From over-sized sweatshirts to sunglasses, neon was the “it� style during that decade. We see neon today from jackets to shorts and accessories virtually everywhere. Neon is a common high school football game theme and with the popularity of neon, it becomes very convenient to get ready for a game!
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reuse, recycle //fashion
denim shirts Denim isn’t just for jeans and shorts anymore, it’s also for shirts. You would never think about wearing denim on denim would you? But actually it’s a common thing to do, if you know how to wear it right such as wearing a denim shirt with colored shorts or a cute pair of high-waisted shorts. Because of the durability of denim, shirts were made for those who worked in labor intensive jobs that required clothing that could withstand dirt and grime. In the 70s, wearing denim shirts became part of “mainstream” fashion. The trend stuck with people through the 80s and the early 90s and now is back in today. Wearing worn out and dated denim shirts, sometimes with an ombre look to the denim is popular today.
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The history of Levi’s is one known to almost all Americans. Levi Strauss, the man known for creating blue jeans, started the production as early as 1853. Starting out with overalls for miners, overalls quickly grew into denim pants, known as jeans. By the late 1800s, Levi’s grew out of just being for miners and being for any man in general. The era of cowboys and men working on the Dude Ranch in the 1920s and 30s brought a need for appropriate pants to wear for hard work, the Levi company helped out by providing jeans. The 1950s brought the need for more fitted jeans which Levi’s was happy to produce to meet the needs of the different cultural groups and trends that were growing in communities. The 1960s and 70s brought a blue jean rage for many and the production of Levi’s jeans grew immensely. Levi’s remained popular jeans in the 80s and 90s and have been a company that is known for their denim jeans throughout history. Levi’s have made a major comeback as being a type of jeans that are wanted new or old. Westside is just one of the places where this on-going want for Levi’s can be seen.
vans, converse and sperrys In 1966, one of the most well know types of shoes made its first appearance and the Vans revolution had began. Starting in California, by the 70s, Vans made their way to becoming a nationally known type of shoe and soon made their way across seas. Remaining a popular shoe by many, Vans celebrated their 40th anniversary of the shoes in 2006. Vans are one of the most common types of shoes at Westside and do not belong to a specifc group of people as a common trend. Vans are not only a popular type of shoe that you see walking around the halls of Westside, though. Sperry Top Siders, Sperrys for short, are also a very popular type of shoe. First introduced on the East Coast in 1935, Sperrys made their way to becoming a popular shoe for those who were boaters and sailers. In 1939, the U.S. Navy decided to make Sperry’s their offical sailing shoes giving the company great promotion. Today, Sperrys are sold virtually everywhere, leaving knock-off shoe producers very competitive. It’s often a common thought that the shoes you wear for sports can either enhance your athletic ability or hinder it. Converse, used to be “the shoe” for sports, but primarily basketball. Being produced in a rubber factory, which also made tires, helped to provide shoes that had good traction for sports. Converse were first produced and sold in 1908. In 1918 Chuck Taylor, a lover of basketball joined the Converse Rubber Company. His love for the game helped to spread the love of the shoes.
Having athletes sign on with the a specific shoe or brand of shoes can help the promotion of a company in the long run. In the 50s and 60s, the age of rock and roll, the basketball shoes became popular among with basketball stars. Throughout the years, Converse or Chucks, went hand in hand with basketball and other sports, signing multiple athletes and gaining great promotional opportunites. Eventually, they started to become shoes not only worn for athletics but also for fashion. Now, we see Converse rarely worn for sports but worn for mainly fashion. As shoes that lived through the culture of America, they still continue to survive today.
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building community one project at a time story by jill hoppe | photos by ally stark and cathy solarana | design by allie laing
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merging Terrain is an innovative and highly creative company that strives to work with the people of Omaha to put daily reminders around the city about how important agriculture is to our community. To do this, they recreate or decorate everyday structures such as bridges, old buildings, or even expanding sidewalks. This way they can to make room for more pedestrian friendly events. Whatever it is, Emerging Terrain is sure to make an eye-catching change, such as their work on the grain silos in downtown Omaha. Not only are they no longer an eyesore, but they also double as a rock climbing wall on the weekends.
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ntil 2010, the grain silos near downtown Omaha were bland, oversized structures on the side of I-80. Over 76,000 commuters passed through every day without taking much notice of the silos. Eventually, came a non-profit company called Emerging Terrain. They thought of a much more useful and creative plan for them than being prone to vandalism and decay. The project, dubbed Stored Potential, began with submissions of artwork sent in to decorate the first thirteen silos. Emerging Terrain was looking for specific examples of art that demonstrated the importance of agriculture
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and the relationship between agriculture and humans. As of May 2012, all twenty-six silos have been decorated with artwork blown up to wrap around each structure. Anne Trumble founded Emerging Terrain in 2007. After working on landscape architecture in New York, she saw the positive community development that sprouted from these kind of projects. Trumble decided to return to her hometown of Omaha to make a difference. Alongside her, other founding members joined in to help plan an organization that would put forth the effort in re-creating parts of Omaha. Many local stores and companies have sponsored their work.
Stored Potential took three years to plan. After the first successful hanging of the murals, the organization celebrated with a dinner involving an 800-foot long table to represent the length of the grain silos. All the community members involved in the project were invited, including all the original artists of the designs. “We had nineteen different architect teams and chefs working together at different stations around the dinner,” Member Nick Rebeck said. “We wanted to celebrate with different kinds of food at each station.” Through an outstanding example of teamwork, Emerging Terrain was able to complete the first half of their first large scale project. Just recently, the other half of the front grain silos have been decorated.
“Our goal this time, was to get artwork that showed transportation of goods, or in the more abstract sense, cultures, resources, and growth of humankind. This accomplishment was again, celebrated with a dinner that included fresh, locally grown crops and lots of conversation.” Rebeck said. During the two years Stored Potential was in progress, Emerging Terrain was busy beginning other projects around Omaha. In December of 2011, Emerging Terrain started planning “Trugs,” a proposal to generate more pedestrian activity to Leavenworth Street by expanding the sidewalk to make room for events occurring during the spring and summertime. To do this, “Trugspots” were built over the parallel parking spaces in the area.
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Trugs are comparable to benches, but much more aesthetically pleasing in attempt to create a calming outdoor atmosphere. “We had over fifty volunteers to help set up the Trugspots. It was a huge community success, and hopefully will be to come in the next few years. We’re going to need more volunteers in the spring when we set them up again,” Rebeck said. “Anyone is welcome to help.” In addition to creating more room for those on foot or bike, Emerging Terrain strived for making Leavenworth a comfortable and easily accessed place for public interaction. While these Trugs are only seasonal and taken down after this summer, they inspire people year long to build a stronger community. The Trugs project is still currently going on. If you’re looking to help out, the Trugs will be taken down in October due to winter weather conditions and any volunteers are welcome. When springtime rolls around again, more help will be needed in setting up the Trugs, as well as help at the actual activities hosted on them. It’s a great way to support the Omaha community and a wonderful cause. For more information, check out www.trugomaha.com. As for more recent and in-progress projects, Emerging Terrain has been working on “Shifting Thresholds.” The main idea is to help shape Omaha’s agricultural future. Shifting Thresholds recognizes the continuing suburbanization of Sarpy County. Emerging Terrain claims Sarpy County has some of the state’s richest soil for growing crops, so the goal is to preserve the land that is still farmable. Within the last two years, research has been done to further help the project. Members of Emerging Terrain have traveled across Sarpy County getting information from farmers to community officials. It was decided that instead of just going around the county and telling residents about their plan to preserve the land for agricultural use, Emerging Terrain would hold workshops to explain the importance of the future of agriculture in Nebraska.
information// If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out the Silo Extreme Outdoor Adventure. Admission is free from 2 p.m. to dusk and located at 3417 Vinton Street. The rock climbing walls range from 30 to 100 feet, so there’s something for everyone. They will supply all the equipment for you, from the harness down to the shoes, so all you have to worry about is bringing the waiver with a parent signature if you’re under 18. Bring a couple friends and get ready for a workout!
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a celebration of odd and hilarious found videos story by ellie anderson-smith | design by eva phillips | photo credit to Hellene London
Found Footage Festival T he returns to the Omaha metro
area this month. This unique event showcases footage from videos found at garage sales, thrift stores, warehouses, and dumpsters across the country.
Hosts Joe Pickett (The Onion) and Nick Prueher (Late Show with David Letterman) present their odd findings in a video compilation, as well as provide the viewers insight into the lives of people during the golden age of
VHS. The unusual phenomenon’s roots trace back to 1991, when the founders came across a training video in a McDonald’s restaurant. The rest is history… since that point, the festival has
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debut on local news stations last year, to a vintage video about how to care for your ferret, this year’s compilation guarantees you something you’ve never experienced before. From all of this and more, the Found Footage Festival
showcases these forgotten treasures and displays them in a humorous celebration of all things scavenged, stolen, and stumbled upon. You might not know what to expect, but one thing’s for sure; you haven’t seen it all until you’ve seen this....
@ the waitingroom lounge | sept. 26 @ 8pm | $10 @ the door | info @ foundfootagefest.com
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we run this field story by ellie anderson-smith | photos by ally stark | design by allie laing
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revamped //football Overall, Westside football has a pretty long history of victory on the field. What makes this year’s team stand out from the others, though, is its incredible transformation from an inexperienced group of guys to a passionate team with an impressive work ethic. The proof is in the playing: So far this season, WHS is 3-1. Westside football fans have both Head Coach Brett Froendt and the team members to thank for its success. Last year, Westside got all the way to the playoffs, but lost the first game. For the 2012 season, however, the team is looking to aim even higher. Is a win at playoffs within our grasp? Perhaps a shot at state? With this season’s record so far, that could very well be a reality with some hard work and dedication. “I’m most excited to see how far this team can go. Our goal is to get farther than we have in the past four or five years,” said Froendt. Once Westside plays the field a little more within the next few games and discovers it’s most significant weaknesses, the team can get to working on them in time for a successful experience at the playoffs. “We still have a little ways to go. We have
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some of the toughest teams yet to play,” said Froendt. Within his total of 20 years of coaching experience, Froendt has noticed key differences within recent seasons compared to older ones. Instead of simply focusing on performance, coaches and team members have evolved to treat football as a sport that requires yearlong work to compete at a class A level. Their work isn’t just limited to physical training. Recently, the program has been more focused on maintaining a well-rounded team. This includes a stronger focus on academic achievement (kids struggling with grades attend two morning study halls a week until they improve), team building activities, and individual awards to motivate team members to push themselves even harder. We hope all those things help build a culture where kids care about each other. If they care about each other and if they perform with each other, then they try to perform at high level. That’s the whole goal of the program,” said Froendt. “That may not directly lead to wins, but it’s part of the culture of the program.”
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Perhaps the team’s most important characteristic is its willingness to put in the necessary dedication and effort needed to make this football season its best yet. Where WHS is at today is remarkable due to the previously inexperienced nature of the team. “A lot of kids who didn’t have a lot of experience last year have really stepped it up,” Froendt said. “Their efforts are paying off on the field.” Son of the head coach, senior Adam Froendt, agrees. “Regarding last year compared to this year, I think work ethic is fantastic this year. The whole team is always working its hardest to get better,” he said. Starting cornerback Jamaal Conway-Smith
said, “I did not play last year but our team works hard”. This season, loyal Westside football fans should expect the team to continue to set it’s expectations high. When you don’t see them at a team practice, you can expect they’re preparing for the next big game, whether it’s by dancing in the locker room or participating at a team function. Already, this strenuous and difficult sport has been proving itself worthy of the praise it’s gotten the past few weeks. “We work hard and we never quit, and it doesn’t matter what the conditions or circumstances are. They fight, they work hard every day, and they always try to improve. That’s what we’re most proud of,” Coach Froendt said.
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The Devil Inside // Contraband // Man on the Ledge // the Divide // Coriolanus // Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close // Flowers of War // Haywire // One for the Money // The Grey // Chronicle // This Means War // Gone // The Lorax // John Carter // Wanderlust // 21 Jumpstreet // The Hunger Games // Mirror Mirror // Lockout // the Three Stooges // Pirates! // Safe // The Raven // the Avengers // Mother’s Day // Dark Shadows // Hick // Battleship // Men in Black 4 // Piranha 3D // Snow White and the Huntsman // Bel Ami // Madagascar 3 // Prometheus // Rock of Ages // That’s My Boy // Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter // Brave // to Rome with Love // Magic Mike // Ted // the Amazing Spider-man // Savages // Ice Age 4 // Red Lights // Batman 3 - The Dark Night Rises // Killer Joe // Step It Up 4 // Diary of a Wimpy Kid 3 // Total Recall // Cosmopolis // Hope Springs // Bourne 4 // the Campaign // the Odd Life of Timothy Green // Paranorman // Sparkle // the Expendables 2 // Hit and Run // Premium Rush // the Apparition // Lawless // Possession // the Tall Man // the Cold Light of Day // Rec 3 Genesis // the Words // Abritrage // Stolen // the Master // End of Watch // House at the End of the Street // Dredd 3D // Perks
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uniquely unoriginal //opinion
the new trend of remakes story | design lia hagen | photos by ally stark f you’re a frequent moviegoer, you’re Ifamiliar with a certain Hollywood
stereotype. His favorite emotion is disapproval, and all of his clothes look like Goodwill rejects. The suspenders are strange, the glasses are thick, and if the waistline of his pants is below his belly button, he’s doing it wrong. No, I’m not talking about a hipster. I’m talking about everyone’s favorite stock character, defined by TV tropes as “the grumpy old man.” He’s been around so long that exposure to him is inevitable. Luckily, he’s easily identified. His quality is judged mostly on his ability to sound adequately grumpy as he spouts phrases such as “Back in my day,” or “When I was your age.” Unfortunately for this Hollywood legend, it looks like he may need to get some new catch phrases because teenagers are stealing all of his. Evidently, nothing gets high schoolers whining like a movie remake. For the past few years, as the major film companies push more and more remakes and reboots at us, today’s teenagers have adopted his sayings and all variations as a sort of mantra. And no, I’m still not just talking about
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hipsters. As much as we’d like to deny it, we all have things that push our buttons, and Hollywood movie remakes seem to be one of these things. They’re often subject to mockery from the moment the remake is mentioned. (And they’re being mentioned a lot nowadays). “Most [remakes] aren’t good,” senior Daniel Sithmeller said. “They’re given to [bad] directors and have a low budget.” Sophomore Dane Ehrhorn agrees. “They try to add too many new features,” he said. They’re not the only ones to feel this way. Whether it’s the Lone Ranger or Robocop, we’ve all cringed at the thought of a new movie being added to an old one’s legacy. There’s nothing inherently wrong with being a little defensive over a favorite movie. Everyone has one, and when the range of remakes goes from superhero movies to Dirty Dancing to 21 Jump Street, most people are bound to have a franchise they’re fond of thrown in there. And as you’re probably aware, people don’t tend to be too merciful when the things they love are on the line. “No [remakes],” said sophomore Josalyn Switzer. “They’re all fine the way they are.”
Unfortunately, this particular brand of distaste means no one’s even giving these remakes a chance. Instead, they spout the same one-liners over and over again: “Hollywood is running out of new ideas.” “Nothing could ever live up to the original. (Ever!)” “Do you remember when we were young and people actually wrote new movies?” Well, here’s a message for those people. We’re still young, people are just as creative as they ever have been, and remakes aren’t inherently bad. Regardless of what teenagers would have you believe about the old days (AKA five years ago), remakes aren’t a new idea. They’ve been around for much longer than we have. In fact, there are probably quite a few old movies that you love that you never realized or simply never cared were remakes.
True Grit made it to the Oscars, and the newest Star Trek was adored by many fans of the original. Many of us remember hiding our face during the newest version of the War of the Worlds. Comic book movies are a dime a dozen, and yet the Avengers is still critically acclaimed. There are dozens of advantages to remakes when they’re given a chance. “A lot of [remakes] become more relatable,” said senior Ella Sherman. “If they remake [a movie], it can draw in a new audience.” Although it’s undeniable that some remakes are absolutely terrible, it’s unfair to write them all off because of the inadequacies of some. Still, if we as a generation insist on writing them off without good reason, can we at least not be so pretentious about it? We’re high schoolers. We don’t
get to lecture anyone on the “old days,” especially when all of our memories are viewed through the rose tinted glasses of childhood. As a generation, we’ve developed this inexplicable nostalgia, and it’s trickling down to how we see our movies. Stop glorifying “the old days.” If you truly believe our times are inadequate, then work to change that. If Hollywood “is out of new ideas,” give it some new ones. The originals wouldn’t have been made in the first place if not for people who did just that. Your kindergarten teacher didn’t insist you were special for no reason. You could make a difference if you really wanted to. Until then, live with the remakes. Sit back, grab some popcorn, and enjoy the movie. It’ll probably be better than you think. At the very least, the new actors are probably better looking.
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uniquely unoriginal //opinion
revampeD in 3D is the extra cash worth it?
story | design by lia hagen | photos by ally stark since the first blue alien E ver sauntered across our screen
and into the crowd, 3D’s been all Hollywood can think about. The relatively new format has nothing if not potential. When done right, it can be an amazing enhancement to a film. Popping on those glasses sheds an entirely different light on the scene; suddenly you’re involved. Flight scenes become exhilarating, dizzy experiences. Cinematic car chases are downright dangerous. You whoosh along with every turn, heart racing as the tires skid across the pavement. Of course, the exaggerated movements of the car as it spins out may not be the only thing making you nauseous. “I hate 3D,” said senior Joei Tipton. “I don’t think there’s a point. It’s the same movie; it’s just coming at out you.” 3D, when done wrong, can ruin your entire cinematic experience. There’s nothing like hastily slapped on after-effects to distract from what’s going on screen, and, in a world that is rapidly filling with 3D remakes of our favorite films, it makes sense to be weary. Disney and Pixar in particular have profited from the new trend. The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast both have fancy new formats, and Finding Nemo as well
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as Monsters Inc. and the Little Mermaid are all on their way. Still, the children’s movie giant isn’t the only one with its hat in the ring. Many moviegoers will have recently attended Titanic 3D; some may be anticipating the rumored 3D rerelease of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. With so many beloved films on the line, everyone’s curious about the turnout. A bad experience on the silver screen could leave a bad taste in your mouth whenever you watch the movie. No one wants to see an amazing movie desecrated so a corporation can make a few extra bucks per ticket. So, are 3D remakes worth it, even with the negative effects? Long story short, yes. While there are legitimate complaints about the fact that these remakes are fueled by a desire for monetary gain, those critics need to learn something: everything corporations do is to make money. Disney doesn’t run on fairy dust and evil step-parents’ tears. They need to rake in the green just as much as we do. The truth is, the corporations have always been and will always be motivated by money. The reason that the movies have resonated with us, the reason that we care so much about whether or not the 3D remake is good, that’s not because
of the corporation. All of the feelings invoked by a film are invoked because of the dedicated artists working on them. As senior Daniel Sithmeller said, “3D remakes are good for us because we can see the masterpiece on the big screen [again].” Regardless of what format the movie is in, the same kind of people will have dedicated their time to remaking it in 3D. So far, only truly great movies have warranted a revamp, and where there is truly great art, truly great artists will follow. Whether those be the same people that created the movie in the first place, like James Cameron and the Titanic in 3D, or entirely new artists like for the Lion King 3D, sometimes you just have to trust the people behind the scenes. And if you really can’t? Sometimes you can afford to put a bit of faith in the corporations. In all honesty, 3D remakes bring in a lot of money for them. So much money, in fact, that it’s in their best interest to make people want to come see them. The best way to convince people to do that is to show them that 3D is actively enhancing the movies. So for now, at least, classic movies remade in 3D are absolutely worth it. Plus, even if the movie sucks, you’ll get to keep the glasses.
lights, camera, classic! theaters that shed a new light on old movies story | design by lia hagen and jordan meradith | photos by ally stark
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in Omaha, Dundee is older than most of our parents. Here you can see newer, less popular movies, or you could convince your parents to let you come at midnight and be blown away by the experience of
seeing a cult movie like the Rocky Horror Picture Show. Someday soon the theater’ll be going through major renovations, but until then you can always come to enjoy its grungy charms.
what // Film Streams where //1340 Mike Fahey Street when // Daily showings on filmstreams.org why // Film Streams shows the films you really want to see. These are the films that cannot afford to be played in every major theater in Omaha. They have
real meaning, and they incite a genuine reaction, whether that be shaking in fear from an old one or crying through a new one. And hey, it doesn’t hurt that movies are free for students the first Monday of every month.
what // Hollywood Candy Theater where //1209 Jackson Street (Old Market) when // all day, every weekend why // Well, it’s free, for starters. (Although once
you’re there, it’s hard to resist picking up some candy for the movie). The theater oozes the same nostalgic vibe as the rest of the store, from the red velvety curtains to the decades-old movies. If you’re looking for a fun atmosphere, or want to know what it’s like to watch a John Wayne movie with a sugar high, there’s really no better place to be.
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updating the cookbook //food
remaking food fa story | design by jordan meradith | photos by ally stark and eva phillips
reakfast, lunch, dinner, repeat. Of course, we all need our daily nutritional values, but who B says that it has to be the same old meal every day? While traditions are priceless, it’s good to
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tweak the classic family cookbook every so often. These easy, delicious recipes don’t take up too much of your time, and you’ll be able to show off your innovative cooking skills to your friends and family.
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The three-cheese macaroni will have your taste buds dancing. A blend of havarti, parmesean and sharp cheddar, it provides a gooey and delicious dish that beats Kraft or Velveeta anyday. This melt is a twist on the classic grilled cheese and is sure to have your mouth watering. The sourdough bread provides the perfect crunch, and the white cheddar ups the anty from processed American. Try adding sliced deli meat and veggies for a wholesome meal. To finish it off, traditional red velvet flavor, in brownie form. Moist and sweet, this unique spin is sure to impress the most die-hard red velvet fan. Magazine staff approved!
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updating the cookbook //food
gooey three-cheese macaroni ingredients: package of macaroni noodles 1 cup shredded havarti, parmesean and sharp cheddar cheeses 1 pint heavy whipping cream 1/4 cup butter 1 cup bread crumbs optional: diced pancetta
preparation: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. Boil the noodles as specified on the package. 3. In the same pot as the boiled and strained noodles add the cheeses, butter and whipping cream. Stir together on low heat until the cheese is soft. 4. Add the mixture to an oven-safe cassarole dish. 5. Put bread crumbs on top, and sprinkle extra cheese to taste. Bake for 45-60 minutes, until the top is slightly crispy and golden brown. 6. Allow 10-15 minutes to cool. Serve and enjoy.
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preparation: 1. Preheat a skillet on low-medium heat. 2. Butter the outside of the bread slices. 3. Layer the sandwich - bread, cheese, meat, cheese, bread. 4. Cook each side until golden brown. 5. Let cool and enjoy.
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preparation: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Line bottom of 9-inch square pan with aluminum foil, allowing 2-3 inches to extend over the sides; lightly grease foil. 3. Microwave chocolate & butter on HIGH 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring at 30 second intervals. Whisk in sugar. Add eggs one at a time, whisking just until blended after each addition. Gently stir in flour and next 4 ingredients. Pour mixture into prepared pan. 4. Bake at 350 degrees for 44-48 minutes, completely cool on a wire rack for about 2 hours. 5. Lift brownies out of pan using foil, frost as desired.
the brownies were given 4 out of 5 stars by the magazine staff
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distress relief //diy
got the blues? giving old jeans new life story | design by cassie mcormick | photos by ally stark got the blues - jeans that is! Fashion’s latest trend is all about distressed shorts. The W e’ve halls of Westside are filled with cool cats sporting these jean shorts. The best part about
this trend is that it is cost effective. These sweet new shorts were once a pair of old jeans and we have all the tips and tricks you’ll need to turn your new shorts into a masterpiece. Let your creativity shine on these shorts and you just might have a major Project Runway moment. So let’s get started!
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can purchase some hand made shorts done by somebody else off of websites like Etsy, here’s a link to a great vendor! http://www.etsy.com/shop/shortyshorts
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what you’ll need: jeans scissors
optional:
sandpaper fork bleach x-acto knife rotarty cutter studs find an old pair of jeans//
These can be high waisted or low waisted depending on how you want them to fit. Look for some inexpensive jeans you don’t mind practicing on for your first time; try the Goodwill or some of the other great thrift stores mentioned in this issue. You could also use an old pair of jeans you have lying in your closet.
cut them//
You can try the jeans on and mark lines on where you want to cut them or you can use an existing pair of jean shorts that fit well on you and use them as a pattern. Reminder: you will want the back of the shorts to be a tad longer than the front of the shorts to make sure everything is covered up.
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distress relief //diy
don’t stress,distress! fraying// Washing your
One technique is using sand paper to rough up the edges of your shorts and increase the amount of threads that come out. If you don’t have
sandpaper you can easily just use a fork. Just use the fork to pull on some of the threads and exaggerate the fraying.
bleaching//Bleaching
them in the bleach over night, but if your jeans are a fairly light wash to begin with you might only have to leave them in the bleach for a few hours. You can even ombré your shorts by only dipping part of them in the bleach. Just make
sure to wash your shorts by themselves one time to make sure the bleach doesn’t bleed onto any of your other clothes. Disclaimer: Make sure you are using high-quality denim because bleach can eat away at cheap denim.
jean shorts will naturally fray them, but if you’d like to add little more of the frayed affect you can try these techniques.
your shorts can give them a sweet whitewash effect. The wash of your jeans determines how long they need to soak in the bleach. For dark wash jeans you will want to leave
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holes// There are a few
craft stores or sewing supply stores) to cut small slits in your shorts and they will naturally fray into holes when you wash them. The second
option takes a bit longer but doesn’t create an actual hole in the shorts. Use some sand paper to sand down an area on the shorts and take an X-Acto
studs// Studs are
and fold over the sharp points on the underside with a penny to make sure the studs stay secure on the shorts and so you don’t get poked every
time you wear them. Studs are available at certain craft and sewing stores or online at websites such as Etsy or Amazon.
options for adding holes and rips to your shorts. The first option is the quickest, use a rotary cutter (available at
relatively easy to apply to your shorts. Just push them through the denim material
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mixtape//music
revamp your playlist story by ellie anderson-smith | design by samie steed | graphic by eva phillips
all get attatched to the things in our lives... W eespecially our music. It can be hard to take off the songs off your iPod that you used to listen to all the time, but yet skip when they come on shuffle. If you’re looking for some new music,
but don’t want to forget your old obsessions, try finding some of your favorite artists on this list. It’s a good way to curb your craving for some new tunes, but guaranteed to be in the same genre that you prefer.
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if you like this... 1// no woman no cry
by bob marley and the wailers
...try this i don’t wanna wait by SOJA
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2// stairway to heaven by led zeppelin
you don’t know what love is (you just do what you’re told) by the white stripes
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3// rack city by tyga
to the world by kanye west and r. kelly
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4// too close
by alex clare
how we do by mount sims
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5// some nights by fun.
sun by two door cinema club
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6// climax
by usher
adorn by miguel
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7// chicken fried
by zac brown band
all over the road by easton corbin
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8// whistle
by flo rida
livin’my lov by LMFAO and NERVO & steve aoki
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9// wonderwall by oasis
is it any wonder by keane
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procrastinate //quiz
you’re a “____” story by ally stark | design by eva philliips | jordan meradith
1// How would you describe your current favorite song/artist? a. Something you’ve probably never heard of. b. Wiz Khalifa. c. Something I’ve discovered off of Doctor Who. d. Something you probably wouldn’t like, and I don’t care.
2// What would you find on your tumblr? a. Absolute obscure nonsense. b. Quotes about livin’ life to its fullest. c. Fandom. d. I don’t have one. I don’t want one.
3// What’s something you do in your free time? a. Instagram. b. I only live once, so... yeah. c. Free time? You mean my dying social life? d. No.
4// Which saying best applies to you?
a. To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment. b. Haters keep on hating, cause somebody’s gotta do it. c. (insert name here) is now online. d. Whatever.
5// Which of the following is something that bothers you? a. The conformists. b. Nothin’ man, my haters are my motivators. c. No WiFi. d. You.
6// What are some things you find on your wall?
a. Art I found in a dumpster and band posters of bands you’ve probably never heard of. b. My walls are painted with SWAG. c. Pretty much pictures of Fandom all over. d. Nothing.
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7// Which of the following books would you enjoy reading? a. I read blogs, and coffee table picture books. Pretty sure it’s the same thing. b. What? c. Does making fun of hipster blogs count? d. Why would I read?
8// Describe your shoes.
a. Something that looks old and cheap (but I secretly paid $50 for). b. Ten layers of Nike socks and a beautiful pair of Adidas basketball high tops. c. I don’t know. I got these for Christmas four years ago. d. A pair that has the ability to injure.
9// Sources of inspiration?
a. Pshh, Thom Yorke. Duh. b. Chris Brown, no question in my mind. c. The inventor of tumblr. That guy’s awesome. d. I am a professional transcendentalist. And if you don’t know what that is, then too bad.
10// Your idea of the worst possible first date? a. He/She takes me to the mall. b. She ends up being taller than me, and takes me to the library. c. Dates? d. Hah. Dates.
the results... Mostly A’s// You are a Hipster Dude. Don’t deny it. Just don’t. You’re a hipster. But that’s nothing to be embarrassed of, you sparkling image of ironic character. You’re the kind of person who loves to be an individual, and there’s nothing wrong with that! So what if your pants go like five inches past your belly button? That’s cool, I mean, if you were born in the 80s, but still. It’s pretty cool. Mostly B’s// You are a Bro So, here we are. You are a bro. It’s okay though. You’ve got swag just bursting at the seams. This is just something that you have adapted to do naturally. You are literally oozing with swagger. It’s almost too beautiful for words. Just don’t let the haters get to you, bro! Ya feel me? Mostly C’s// You are an Internet Nerd Don’t be ashamed, my technological genius! A lot of people these days would classify as a closet internet nerd. Honestly, it’s fine that you may or may not have more tumblr/ Twitter/ Facebook friends and followers than you actually do in real life. But, pshh, who needs real people when you can have friends at the click of a button? And your obsession with T.V. shows? Completely normal. Everyone is secretly obsessed with something. Mostly D’s// You are a Rebel Whoa, watch out now. You are a class A citizen. You are literally too cool for, like, everything. You go against the norm, just because you can. I’m surprised you actually took this quiz. I mean doesn’t the idea of being categorized make you want to, like, REBEL. Eh, get it? Get it? No? Okay.
**Please note that is purely entertainment. Don’t freak out.
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37th annual omaha marathon hese next months are full of in downtown new and interesting omaha | 7 am
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omaha farmers market @ aksarben | until oct. 14
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tuesday
24 deerhoof @ waitingroom | 9pm
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last $5 tuesday @ rave cinema westroads
02 fall choir concert @ whs | 7:30 pm
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26 tennis @ slowdown | 9pm | $12
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10 dr. dog @ slowdown | 8pm | $15
friday
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varsity football vs. omaha benson | 7 pm
22 fall play “macbeth� @ whs | 7 pm
thursday
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varsity volleyball vs benson @whs | 6:30pm
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the devil makes three @ waitingroom | 8pm | $16
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legally blonde @ the playhouse | until oct. 14
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varsity football vs. millard south | 7 pm
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varsity football vs. omaha south | 7 pm
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varsity football vs. papio south | 7 pm
29 river city rodeo @ century link center | 7 pm
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the dodos @ waitingroom | 9pm | $12
camp 13 fontanelle pumpkin patch and corn maze | until nov. 4
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