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7 ways to celebrate MLK Jr. Day

The United States have made important gains in fighting overt forms of racism, but many covert forms still continue to persist and go unchecked, said anthropology professor Dr. Nicholas Kawa. However, he believes this country has come a long way due to leaders like Martin Luther King, Jr.


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The Twin Cats play diverse set at Be Here Now

Upon entering Be Here Now Friday night, concert-goers were greeted with the blended sounds of funk, reggae and even new wave jazz. The Twin Cats, one of the first local Indianapolis based jam bands to land a gig on national television, is a group known for their ever-changing live performance, blending genres of all styles of music and improvising all the meanwhile. At Friday’s Village gig, their show fell nothing short of this reputation.


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Hip-hop showcase, coat drive to benefit Boys and Girls Club

It’s an act he calls transformational activism; one where hip-hop is used as a force to build up the community.  This type of humanitarianism is the trademark of Jonathan Bennett and his work. Bennett, also known by his stage name Raafiq, organized Weather The Elements, a community coat drive and hip-hop showcase to benefit those in need from the Muncie area.



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Holiday Weekend Day Trips

All within a two hour drive, these day trip destinations can transform the Martin Luther King Jr. Day.



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Utah group objects to ‘obscene’ Sundance lineup

A conservative Utah group believes the Sundance Film Festival’s lineup featuring ‘obscene’ movies is at odds with Utah’s culture of family values, and wants the state to pull its financial backing.