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Music Reviews Hank Williams Jr. Album:

It’s About Time Release Date: January 15, 2016

By Jordyn Smith

Hank Williams Jr. is back with “It’s About Time.” All pun intended, it’s about dang time we’ve gotten some new music from Bocephus. The hard-rocking album is everything we love about Hank Williams Jr. and more. With tracks about very familiar themes: God, country, and days of the past and a couple of surprises. Williams enlists country star Eric Church on a cover of Neil Young’s “Are You Ready for the Country.”

The two kicked off the 49th CMA Awards with this rocking track. The album rolls on with “Club U.S.A,” “God Fearin’ Man,” and “Just Call Me Hank.” Bocephus enlists Brantley Gilbert, Justin Moore, and Brad Paisley on “Born to Boogie.” The classic rock style is infused with a harder rocking tempo, along with the background piano driving the song. Overall this is a great album by the legendary Hank Williams Jr.

Fans of the great Phil Collins got a special treat when he rereleased his first album, Face Values (Deluxe Edition). The collection of work includes the original 12 tracks, several live versions, and a handful of demos. The rerelease of the album is a kick start to Collins’ resurgence after a brief retirement.

The treat of the album are the demos. Demos bring a very raw perspective of the songs that become mega hits. The stripped down demos of “The Roof is Leaking,” “This Must Be Love,” “Misunderstanding,” “Please Don’t Ask,” and “Against All Odds” bring an old school vibe back. It’s almost like you are listening to the demos on vinyl. The songs aren’t “perfect” in today’s sense of auto-tune and audio-correcting. The rawness of the demos brings out the soul in the songs. Music isn’t perfect and the little idiosyncrasies that the world has masked away with auto tune are brought out on the demos.

Don’t be fooled by the title, “Nine Track Mind” by Charlie Puth is a 12 track pop album that delivers. The album kicks off with the smooth tune “One Call Away.”

Puth brings a mix of styles to this album, from swing to blues to classic 50’s rock.

He also enlists some major talents to accompany him on a couple of tracks.

Meghan Trainor collaborates with Puth on “Marvin Gaye,” Selena Gomez lends her vocal talents to “We Don’t Talk Anymore,” and Shy Carter sings on “As You Are.” Puth’s smooth vocals brings out this album. This kid is well on his way to pop-stardom

The Tedeschi Trucks Band is back with “Let Me Get By.” This 18 track album is a great pickup. Susan Tedeschi, the lead singer, has flawless vocals that are smooth and has some serious soul. Her voice is complimented by Derek Truck’s harmony. The music behind the tracks combines a variety of styles. Rock, jazz, and funk are prevalent themes. The sleekness of the accompaniment is driven by the bass guitar. A great addition is the horn section showing up on “Anyhow,” “Laugh About It,” and a few others. Next to the music, the songwriting is superb. The duo trades off at the lead mic for “Right on Time,” which has a great jazz feel to it. The Tedeschi Trucks Band has really hit a high note with this new album.

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YEARS OF ENJOYMENT & ENLIGHTENMENT IN AMERICA’S NATIONAL PARKS A

By Ashley Thornton

“Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where Nature may heal and cheer and give strength to body and soul alike.”

- John Muir

Learn how to get involved with the National Park Service and its Conservation Association at www.npca.org.

s a kid, you could always find my friends and me outside, specifically in what we called the “Shady Club” (catchy, I know). Encapsulated by a dense canopy of various leaves, our secret hideout euphorically transported us to another world. The falling sunlight always battled to seep through the cracks in the foliage, only to diffuse into a soft green glow surrounding our dancing minds, keeping troubles out and contentment in.

Fast forward twelve years, and those trees are nowhere to be found; mowed down to make room for a new driveway. Now picture this on a grand scale. Our home, this earth, has manifested these wonders of land and wildlife.

And this August will signify exactly 100 years since the National Park Service first sought to protect these American treasures.

The National Park Service’s fulfillment of its mission, as so eloquently stated by the slogan, “Parks for All, Forever,” is currently being threatened by severe lack of funding. “Why should I care about this?” you may ask. Simple.

Part of the wonder of the National Park Service lies within its knack for uniting both ecosystem and our human society; a connection to the

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human traits that create the best version of ourselves.

For example, Jennifer Weeks tells us in her journal excerpt “The National Parks: Are they Getting Too Large to Maintain?” that in 1995, funds were sufficient enough to commence a project to reintroduce endangered gray wolves into Yosemite National Park. Their new presence allowed for population control of the over-grazing elks, along with a rebound of beavers. Their dams then slowed water flow, which created mud flats for abundant tree growth.

Thus, 35 million dollars’ worth of visitors came to Yosemite that year. Not only does the National Park Service oversee wildlife, but historic National Monuments and National Memorials, as well. The Organic Act of 1916 originally created the National Park Service, and soon expanded its jurisdiction to historic sites, including the Statue of Liberty, the National mall in DC, and even incorporates National Seashores like South Padre.

We can thank the National Park Service for our spring breaks.

Frederick Law Olmstead Jr., whose father designed New York’s Central Park, summed up the National Park Service as a means of conserving all aspects of life for the “unimpaired enjoyment of future generations.” Because somehow the National Park Service taps into that spiritual theme of nature and life that binds us, and our history, together.

conservation of ecosystem services, informs that the federal budget allows for 2.6 billion dollars annually for the National Park Service. However, this is reportedly 600 hundred million dollars less than what the National Park Service needs to operate effectively. Over the past decade, the National Park Service has accumulated a 12 billion dollar maintenance backlog.

When President Theodore Roosevelt trekked through North Dakota’s Badlands, he found purpose. When renowned nature photographer, Ansel Adams, traveled the Sierra Nevada, he found freedom. When John Muir, namesake of the Muir Woods in the Golden Gate National Park, hiked the backwoods throughout the nation, he found home. The founding fathers of the National Park Service rallied in the places and spaces that the National Park Service would triumphantly protect. They believed everyone should get a taste of Earth’s splendor, and, in turn, a glimpse of our own grandeur.

In essence, the Parks are deteriorating in their operations, accessibility, and staff. Congress is proposing new ideas to assist in deterring the maintenance backlog. Paul Eagles from the Journal of Ecotourism suggests the best option would be the proposal of raising park entry and recreational activity fees. Nonetheless, this wholly contradicts the commonwealth ideal in which the National Park Service stands for.

Sadly, some say America is losing the reflection of its original ideas of the pursuit of freedom and liberty, which goes hand in hand with the ideals that spurred the National Park Service. Consequently, this contributes to the national park service’s loss of funding.

In his policy review of the Organic Act, lawyer John Nagle confirms that only Congress has the authority to establish an area as a national park. Now according to Paul J. Ferraro, who wrote an article estimating the impacts of

All in all, in order to boost the National Park Service sites to function at full capacity, the nation desperately seeks a budget that will grasp the importance of its existence. The Parks aspire to preserve a moment frozen in time, untouched by the world’s changes, so we may witness our nation’s originality and be inspired by it. As stated by John Muir, “Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where Nature may heal and cheer and give strength to body and soul alike.”

PARKS FOR ALL, FOREVER.

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OLATE DOGS RESCUE TOUR @ RUDDER THEATER

By Amanda Boles

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ed by Richard and Nicholas Olate, “The Olate Dogs Rescue Tour” is coming to Rudder Theater at Texas A&M University on February 6th at 2pm and 7pm. Best known as the winners of the competition show “Amerrica’s Got Talent,” this variety show of trickster dogs incorporates music, comedy, and awe-inducing stunts sure to entertain any audience.

It all started with a stray dog. Richard Olate grew up as a third generation circus performer and the second youngest of 22 children in Santiago, Chile. Every day was a struggle, but everything changed when he found a straggly dog on the street. Richard rescued the dog, adopted him as his own, and began teaching him tricks.

As he grew older, Richard adopted more and more dogs to add to the troupe.

Eventually, he began performing at local schools, circuses, and fairs. By the age of 12, Richard’s team of dogs became the main source of income for his entire family. After catching the eye of circus recruiters, “The Olate

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Dogs Rescue Tour” finally landed a major contract in the United States.

In America, the tour performed with entertainment acts including Ringling Bros. Barnham & Bailey, Big Apple Circus, as well as appearances on the Today Show and Live! With Regis and Kelly. Richard’s son Nicholas, who joined the act at the age of 15, urged his father to audition for America’s Got Talent. After initial reluctance, Richard and Nicholas took their troupe of trick-loving dogs and received a standing ovation.

“The Olate Dogs Rescue Tour” went on to win the competition with the grand prize of $1,000,000 and a performing contract in Las Vegas.

Tickets are on sale at the MSC Box Office and online at www.

MSCOPAS.org. Ticket sales vary at regular prices of $29 and $39, and child prices of $19 and $29. A VIP package is also offered at $79, which includes a post-show meet-and-greet, photo opportunity, and gift basket from sponsor Halo Purely For Pets Food.

maroonweekly.com • Jan. 27, 2016 • MAROON WEEKLY • pg 9

GARY P. NUNN @ GRAND STAFFORD

By Hannah Hardwick

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egendary country music artist Gary P. Nunn is coming to the Grand Stafford Theater on February 6. Nunn has been spreading country music around the world for more than four decades, and is known as a legendary icon of Texas Lone Star music. Starting his music career in Austin, Nunn changed the face of 70’s trending music.

Having grown up in Oklahoma, Nunn came to find his home in the Lone Star State after his family moved to west Texas when he was 11. In the town of Brownfield just outside of Lubbock, he discovered his musical interest at 13-years-old while playing in a garage band.

When he later settled in Austin in 1967 he became part of the “cosmic cowboy” movement to come with one of Austin’s favorite trending bands, The Lavender Hill Express, featuring the late Rusty Weir. By the time Willie Nelson, Michael Murphey and Jerry Jeff Walker also came on the scene, Nunn had made a name for himself and become such a focal artist in the area that at one point he was playing bass with all three legends. In addition to playing for the Sparkles during the 60’s, Nunn was also featured playing in bands such as the Shucks with former Cricket J.I. Allison, and the Night Spots with Don Caldwell. From there, he joined a group called the Lost Gonzo Band that backed Walker and Murphy, but he later moved on to pursue his solo career.

Nunn’s songs have been recorded by various nationally-famous country artists, such as Jerry Jeff Walker, Michael Murphy, Tracy Nelson, David Alan Coe, Rosanne Cash, Willie Nelson and countless others. One of his most well known hits, “London Homesick Blues”, is best remembered as the theme song for the PBS TV show “Austin City Limits.” Nunn is also an independent music trailblazer who oversees his own record label, music publishing company, and manages his own career.

You can probably find him preforming at the nation’s top music venues almost every weekend. Along with being a touring performer, he has made numerous appearances on Nashville Now, in music videos, even special appearances on TNN, Austin City Limits, and at Texas Rangers baseball games preforming the National Anthem.

Make sure you get your tickets early for music and entertainment with Lone Star legend Gary P. Nunn at Grand Stafford Theater.

Tickets purchased in advanced are $12 and $15 at the door. The show starts at 7:00 pm February 6th.

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he Randy Rogers Band is coming back to Hurricane Harry’s on February 5th. The group, comprised of frontman Randy Rogers, Geoffrey Hill, Jon Richardson, Brady Black, and Les Lawless, has been a Texas Country fan favorite since the early 2000s.

Their debut album, Live at Cheatham Street Warehouse, was released in 2000 and in 2002, the group released their first studio album “Like It Used to Be.” Between writing and recording in those early years, the Randy Rogers Band made the rounds playing at the famous Nutty Brown Café and Amphitheatre in Austin and at other various bars and venues in and around San Marcos.

In 2005, they released “Rollercoaster,” which marked their first time on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. They had two singles break the Top 50, “Tonight’s Not the Night (For Goodbye)” and “Down and Out.” Their momentum began to snowball. In 2006 the group had their first majorlabel record deal with Mercury Nashville Records. They followed their signing

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Randy Rogers Band @ Harrys

By Jordyn Smith

with Mercury by releasing the album “Just A Matter of Time.” It rose to the number eight spot in the Billboard Country Albums Chart. One song, “Kiss Me in the Dark” landed at the number 43 spot on the Billboard Hot Country Songs, and then went on to become a fan favorite in Aggieland, inspiring many t-shirts that coincided with Midnight Yell.

We asked Randy about some of the group’s accomplishments, including opening for George Strait and appearing on both Letterman and Leno – things that most Red Dirt bands could only dream of.

“I’ve been really lucky, man, to be honest,” said Rogers. “You never dream it would be like this. I never dreamed I would get to open for George Strait at the Houston Rodeo or be on Letterman, those things are virtually unthinkable when you first pick up a guitar and start trying to write songs.

As far as things I would like to accomplish, of course I’m not done yet. We’ve never really had any kind of success on national country radio, so that’s still a goal. Quite honestly, I don’t know why it’s still a goal. To me, I grew up

listening to country radio and the Top 40 countdown on the weekends. For whatever reason, our sounds hasn’t made it to the national waves yet. We sure are thankful that we have the local and regional radio stations that play our songs, for sure.”

We had to ask how the group continues to put out new material after 15 successful years recording and touring the country. Rogers attributes the success to the diversity of the group.

“It’s because there’s five of us, and we’ve all been together for that long,” Rogers said. “We haven’t had any new band members or any personnel changes within the core group. We all have an equal say when we make the record; we aren’t a dictatorship. It just gels, with the five of us hashing out the direction that we want for the album. We talk about what we want the sound to be like, and as we grow, so does the music.”

Their success continues to reach new heights. The band has just celebrated the release of their latest studio album “Nothing Shines Like Neon” this past January. The album includes collaborations with the legendary Jerry Jeff Walker, Grammy winner Allison Krauss, Dan Tyminski, and singer-songwriter Jamey Johnson. This is the Randy Rogers Band’s most personal collection of work to date. The album flows seamlessly, digging into raw emotion and personal reflection.

Be sure to catch the group for this pass through Aggieland on February 5th at Harry’s.

maroonweekly.com • Feb. 03, 2016 • MAROON WEEKLY • pg 13

l l A s t r a He d n u Aro

By Adrianna Zampieri

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ebruary has finally happened upon us, so now it’s the time of year to wear your heart on your sleeve and spread the love. And of course one of the best things about any holiday are the decorations you can display to embrace the festive spirit. These heart DIY projects are sure to get you feeling the love.

GARLAND OF HEARTS This easy-to-make garland from “MADE” is a quick and cheap way to create something charming that expresses your Valentine’s Day spirit. And since this project takes practically no time at all, whip up as many different versions as you want. When assembling your garland, alternate colors of pink, red, and white, or go monochromatic and use different shades of the same color. Of course, you can also sew a garland using colors that match your home to use as everyday decorations. One can never go wrong with a string of hearts.

WHAT YOU NEED: • Felt in pink, white, and red • Scissors

• Sewing machine • Red, pink, or white sewing thread

HOW TO DO IT: 1. Fold the felt in half and free hand cut hearts. Cut out as many as you like and in as many sizes as you like.

2. Using the sewing machine, sew the felt hearts together, one right after the other. You can sew them horizontally or vertically, and you can choose to have the hearts all facing the same way or alternate the direction.

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FLORAL HEART WREATH Holiday-themed wreaths are a popular decoration, but instead of shelling out the big bucks to purchase one, “Design Improvised” has an alternate solution. Make your own. With just one trip to your local craft store and a few dollars (always look for coupons), you can have everything you need to design your own Valentine’s Day wreath that’s tailored to your specific preferences. You can make just one to hang on your front door, or you can put together a few to hang in a cluster on a wall. Either way, these wreaths are a cute, romantic decoration perfect for February.

WHAT YOU NEED: • 5-6 small bunches of artificial flowers • Grapevine wreath in the shape of a heart • Wire cutters • Hot glue gun HOW TO DO IT: 1. Use a wire cutter to clip the flowers from their stems, leaving at least an inch of the stem left.

2. Slot your flowers into the grapevine wreath form. To get the flowers to stay permanently, add a dab of hot glue to the stem before sticking it into the form.

3. Work your way around the wreath, making sure not to leave any gaps between flowers.

4. Hang your pretty floral heart on the wall!

MASON JAR HEART LANTERNS Everyone loves mason jars. Everyone loves lights. And a lot of people love Valentine’s Day. What happens when you take those previous statements and mash them all together? A “Lights.com” tutorial is born that shows you how devise a Valentine’s Day themed lantern out of a mason jar. It’s another quick-and-easy tutorial; however, it’s more expensive than the others, but the end result is well worth it. They’re just the right things you need to build that warm and cozy atmosphere for a Valentine’s Day date.

WHAT YOU NEED: • Spray paint in red or pink • Decorative ribbon or yarn • Painter’s tape • Glass mason jars • Box cutter or precision craft knife • Warm White Constellation Series 50 LED String Lights, a flameless candle, or a tea light depending on the size of your jar • Permanent marker HOW TO DO IT: 1. Stick on a few stripes of painter’s tape on one side of the jar. You can then draw any size heart on the tape using a permanent marker.

2. With a box cutter or precision knife, cut along the heart you drew on the tape. Then start peeling off the tape around the heart.

3. Coat the entire jar with spray paint. After it’s fully dried, carefully peel off the taped heart.

4. With the decorative ribbon or yarn that you’ve picked out, tie a bow around the top of the jar. It’s a nice way to add a little more texture to your project.

5. Add in the 50 LED copper wire lights or a flameless tea light. Now you’re ready to share with your loved one!

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SHANE SMITH & THE SAINTS @ THE TAP

By Amanda Boles

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n February 4, Shane Smith and the Saints will be stopping at The Tap in College Station on their southern tour.

The eclectic sound of Shane Smith and the Saints is hard to pin down. Hints of folk, country, and Americana can be heard in their harmonic sound. But this group is more than catchy beats; the poetic integrity is apparent in the depth and weight of their lyrics that appeal to a wide audience. Smith finds lyrical inspiration in everything, and at any time. His lyrical style is notorious for writing down prose on napkins, parking tickets, or whatever is in reach.

As a teenager, Shane Smith began a career as a songwriter that would later lay the foundation of his entire musical journey. Inspired by artists Hayes Carll, Adam Carroll, and Ray Wylie Hubbard, Smith taught himself guitar and brought his lyrics to life.

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As his music career progressed, Smith sought after talented artists in Austin to form his backing group, The Saints. As college students at St. Edwards University, balancing a music group and school was not an easy task. Each member held down part-time jobs throughout college and proved their dedication through hard work and a passion for music.

The live performances of Shane Smith and the Saints is not to be missed.

Each performance is packed with high energy that is impossible to not clap along with. Shane’s smoky voice is complemented by his backing band, The Saints, with instruments that are reminiscent of the classic Americana folk genre.

Word travels fast. As their fan base grew, Shane Smith and the Saints have performed sold-out shows in cities across Texas as well as featured spots in festival. It’s only up from here for this group. Don’t miss out on the beginnings of what could be the next big Texas band, and stop by this upcoming show as they support their new album, Geronimo.

Tickets prices are TBA and available online at shanesmithmusic.com/ tour for the show on February 4 at The Tap.

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Movie Reviews

The Finest Hours (PG-13)

By Linley McCord In 1952, the Coast Guard station in Cape Cod sent out men to rescue the crew of an oil tanker during one of the worst storms of the season. “The Finest Hours” tells that true story with gripping and compelling details to show a tale of heroism in the midst of impossible odds.

The plot of the film was solid. While there were some moments that could have been a little shorter or some intensity that could have been played up a little more, it was overall a strong storyline.

The way the wreck and subsequent rescue was portrayed will give you a whole new appreciation for the Coast Guard and, for that matter, the sea. No additions needed from Disney: the true story was actually that impossible.

You follow three separate stories throughout the two-hour film: the crew of the tanker, a love story, and the rescue mission. Everything that takes place on the tanker is well done—the intensity, the character turmoil, and the fight to keep the remaining half of the ship afloat. The rescue team of four men is just as tense as you watch a tiny (but well-captained) boat be tossed by a stormriddled ocean. The love story, though, left something to be desired.

The romance between rescuer Bernie Webber (Chris Pine) and Miriam (Holliday Grainger) was lackluster in that it wasn’t built up enough. It was clear the writers wanted to make it something big, but their relationship did not come off as anything special on-screen. The only character that was well-developed was the skipper of the doomed tanker, Ray Sybert (Casey Affleck) as he tried to save the men on board.

There were other various plot holes that needed to be filled that would have added to the feel of the movie. Between missing background information and confusing relationships between characters, there were times when the movie was hard to follow.

“The Finest Hours” was an okay movie and will definitely give you a deepened respect for our Coast Guard. But, frankly, watching it won’t be your finest hours of the week.

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People Places Things NETFLIX

By Adrianna Zampieri First impressions are the most important kind, and the opening credits of “People Places Things” doesn’t disappoint. The quirky introduction sets the mood for the rest of the film; it promises something joyful, something miserable, and something life changing.

“People Places Things” focuses on the recently single Will Henry, a graphic novelist and professor, as he attempts to wade through the waters of a bad breakup while caring for his twin daughters, Clio and Colette. The trials and tribulations of parenthood are nothing to scoff at as Will tries to find his footing in this new world where his ex is marrying the man she cheated with, his kids are desperate for some stability, and his student is the one teaching him a lesson.

Unlike most Hollywood romances, there’s no insta-love here when Will meets a woman who could just be his next committed relationship. Instead, it’s a (mostly) realistic portrayal of a real adult relationship: lingering emotions, mixed communications, and personal growth. There are no games and no lies. Rather, “People Places Things” is filled with awkward moments, sassy children, and brutal honesty about what it takes to move forward and start the next chapter of your life.

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20 “Right now” 21 102, to Caesar 22 Apprehend 23 Have a meal 24 “Platoon” star Willem 26 Altared statement?

28 Park where Citi Field is located 35 Chinese tea variety 36 Tiresome, like a joke 37 In a ___ (teed off) 38 Back muscle, for short 39 “Inglourious Basterds” org.

40 .com kin 41 Grammy-nominated Macy Gray song of 2000 43 Australian coat of arms bird 44 Sir Thomas the tea merchant 47 Capricious activity, in a colorful metaphor 50 Corp. takeover strategy 51 “My Dog Has ___” 52 “The Simpsons” storekeeper 55 Actor/writer Barinholtz of “The Mindy Project” 57 Pai ___ (Chinese casino game) 58 Do a lawn chore 61 Goes cuckoo for 65 Nickname for the new host of “Celebrity Apprentice” 66 Extremely urgent 67 First Great Lake, alphabetically 68 Picks up a book 69 Litigation instigator 70 Outsmart

Down 1 Speak with a grating voice 2 How some like their coffee 3 Five, to Francois 4 Without a match 5 Lego person or character, slangily 6 This or that, e.g.

7 “Yeah, that’s what they all say. They all say ___”: Chief Wiggum 8 Garden of ___ (Biblical site) 9 Last name in 2015’s “Creed” 10 “Achtung Baby” co-producer Brian 11 “Dirty Jobs” host Mike 12 “Dame” Everage 13 Blood work, e.g.

18 Billionaire corporate investor Carl 19 Gave in 24 Award for a Brit. officer 25 Do a Google search on yourself, e.g.

27 Component of wpm 28 With 14-Across, vitamin B9 29 Hardly eager 30 Intro for sound or violet 31 Portland Timbers org.

32 “And ___ grow on” 33 Lehar operetta “The Merry ___” 34 Astounds 39 “That’s amazing!” to a texter 42 Designer monogram 43 Edible mushroom of Japan 44 Completely cover 45 Astounded 46 “Antiques Roadshow” airer 48 Birds with curved bills 49 “An Inconvenient Truth” presenter 52 Hardly close 53 Peel, as an apple 54 Bone near the biceps 56 Closings 58 Marshy ground 59 Milo’s pug pal, in a 1986 film 60 Stimulate, as an appetite 62 Ball cap 63 “Elementary” star Lucy 64 Fly catcher 2016 Jonesin’ Crosswords (editor@jonesincrosswords.com)

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