Editor's Letter
For the love of records
On Saturday, April 13, legions of music lovers around the globe will join together in celebration of Record Store Day. According to the Record Store … more
Editor’s Letter
Editor's Letter
Medication Nation
I recently suffered from — in medical terms — a psychotic episode that was the direct result of venlafaxine discontinuation syndrome. In street-speak, I “went … more
Editor's Letter
The East Side Food Renaissance
One popular subject of conjecture on the East Side revolves around determining the watershed moment that marks the start of the area’s renaissance. Most of … more
Editor's Letter
David vs. Goliath
On the drive into the office this morning I caught a commotion out the corner of my eye. Turns out, a very spunky squirrel was … more
Editor's Letter
Would You Care for a Nice Glass of Iced Tea?
Ah, summer in the South. As a Southerner, I can attest to the fact that the heat of summer is reflected in Southern culture. Life … more
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And the Winners Are”?
Just as it was with previous attempts, the latest “Transit Plan” died on the table. The difference this time around seemed to be the disparate … more
Editor's Letter
Topically a Drag
Thank God for Spring. Sure, it forebodes summer’s heat but, at least for a little while, one can experience the lightness of just being. Ah, … more
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Absolute Elsewhere …
My cat went missing a few weeks back. Just … vanished. Although shocked and saddened by his disappearance, what caught me completely off guard was … more
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In the Blink of an Eye
The nexus of memories and time has always fascinated me. It’s where change lives. We seem to have a built-in resistance to change, and the … more
Editor's Letter
Women are Rockin’ on the East Side
Our 2017 Music Issue has been a long and arduous undertaking. It’s definitely been “all hands on deck,” as the saying goes, but it’s also … more