Author Archives: Jasmine Thompson

With the cancellation of nearly every event, now until May, it seems as though live musical performances maybe a thing of the past. This comes at a time of uncertainty; fear of how COVID-19 may really impact the way we live. Who’s making sure to still give their audience a show of a lifetime, evenContinue reading “Code Orange: Critical Review”

The week before spring break: Concert in Lincoln, NE at the Bourbon Theatre CANCELLED Performing: Bad Omens, Oh Sleeper, Thousand Below, Bloodline This was definitely a bummer as we had no plans for spring break. I’ve never been anywhere for spring break, as I am always working. But, this was going to be a greatContinue reading “Things Have Changed, We Get It”

As of now I am still working this week Thursday and Friday. I was also informed that no matter if there is work to be done or not, I will be getting paid for 19.5 hours of work weekly. Next week I believe the Kearney Area Community Foundation, where I work, will transition to workContinue reading “COVID-19: My affect”

Yesterday, 3,600 polling locations in Columbus, Ohio were shut down due to a public health order. This is because of the novel coronavirus that has swept through our nation creating a frenzy (Dayton Daily News). Gov. Mike DeWine and Secretary of State Frank LaRose declared Monday evening that they believed the virus would put votersContinue reading “Coronavirus: May change democracy as we know it”

‘Vice’ Review: Dick Cheney and the Negative Great Man Theory of History is a movie review by A.O. Scott with The New York Times. Scott does a great job of depicting an essence of Vice the movie in his opening paragraph. For instance, a prevalent beginning of the movie is when Dick Cheney’s fiancée, LynneContinue reading “Adam McKay Movies; a critique on critiques”

Joe Biden wins the Arkansas Democratic primary, a column by Ian Millhiser with Vox says before Super Tuesday, Biden’s campaign placed a heavy emphasis on South Carolina, where the candidate hoped he could ride strong support from black voters to victory. That strategy paid off on Saturday, when Biden prevailed in South Carolina with nearly 50 percentContinue reading “Biden v. Trump (we’re f***ed)”

Something I was completely clueless about until I read Royko’s column Even a U.S. Senator Can Botch a Recipe for Success. Whatever you do, do not order a hot dog with ketchup when you’re visiting Chicago. Quite frankly, you might as well order your dog with nothing on it. Because, if you even think aboutContinue reading “Mike Royko Analysis: Chicagoans don’t put ketchup on dogs”

Let’s rewind to the year 2005 when the eruption of Guitar Hero crashed through the homes of families and youth. This created a breakout of competitions around the world. Now if you remember Guitar Hero World Tour, which was released in 2008, you know System Of A Down – B.Y.O.B. is the last song neededContinue reading “Still, You Feed us Lies From the Tablecloth”

If Nebraska wants to be the world leader in medical advancements, continuing research on cannabidiol (CBD) is in our best interest to fully understand the underlying benefits. CBD is commonly used to manage anxiety, insomnia, and chronic pain. UNMC conducted a four-year study of CBDs potential for treating epileptic seizures which was concluded in late 2019. WithContinue reading “What’s the Deal with CBD in NE?”

Policy Claim: Our local politicians have left Nebraskans without guidance to properly sell, purchase or consume CBD. The people just want to know what is legal. Ariel Roblin a reporter with KETV out of Omaha, explains the struggle of miscommunication among Nebraska legislature. Roblin states in her editorial that, “prosecutors, law enforcement, farmers and residencesContinue reading “Claims: What’s the deal with CBD in NE?”