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A New Chef Takes the Spotlight

May 27, 2026

By the time Byron was thirteen, his father Wolfgang had already turned a small kitchen into a culinary empire. After saying the words at his bar mitzvah, Byron promised that someday he would run the restaurants while Wolfgang relaxed on a beach. The joke sparked a real conversation the next day: “

entertainment

Canadian Women Powering the Screen

May 27, 2026

The Canadian film and TV scene has grown into a global force, thanks to a group of women who steer budgets, talent and stories. They work in every layer: from federal agencies that fund projects to studios that bring Hollywood productions north, and from festival organizers who showcase local work t

celebrities

Stars who share a birthday on May 26

May 27, 2026

May 26 turns out to be a surprisingly crowded day on the Hollywood calendar. Stevie Nicks, the woman who made “Rhiannon” a classic rock anthem, blew out 78 candles this year. Long before she fronted Fleetwood Mac, she practiced chords in a band called Fritz that almost no one remembers now. Meanwhil

art

Arts Grants Help 11 Local Projects Grow

May 26, 2026

The Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund gave out $13, 931. 47 this spring to 11 local arts and culture groups. The money went into projects ranging from summer theater camps to art therapy for people who survived brain injuries. The fund uses a competitive spring round. A panel of judges scores each

celebrities

Celebrating Stars: Birthdays in Early June

May 26, 2026

Early June marks another batch of notable birthdays across entertainment. A mix of veterans and newer faces share this week, showing how careers span decades. Clint Eastwood turns 96, proving age is just a number in Hollywood. Established stars like Morgan Freeman and Liam Cunningham hit big birthda

entertainment

Summer Movie Season: Hidden Gems and Familiar Faces

May 26, 2026

This summer’s film lineup mixes fresh ideas with recycled trends, proving Hollywood loves both innovation and nostalgia. One standout is a thriller about a piano tuner who cracks safes despite a sensitivity to noise – a clever twist on the heist genre. The film pairs an experienced actor with a risi

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The Bible series that changed how people see faith-based shows

May 26, 2026

A few years ago, many Sunday school teachers faced a problem: where to find decent videos about Bible stories. Most options looked outdated, with low budgets and even lower effort—think visible zippers on ancient robes. Then came a show that broke the mold. Instead of stiff, angelic figures, it brou

politics

City Money Goes to Celebrity Talk Shows, but Who Pays the Bills?

May 25, 2026

Washington’s public media office is paying for two local talk shows, one hosted by a famous broadcaster and the other by a former news producer. The city covers crew, gear, studio space and other production costs under long‑term contracts that let the hosts keep full ownership of their programs. The

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Mixed heritage, double lives: What growing up between worlds really means

May 24, 2026

Being mixed isn’t just about having two last names or checking multiple boxes on forms—it’s a daily balancing act between cultures that don’t always want to share the same space. Take Aubrey Plaza, who grew up in a Puerto Rican household but was constantly told she didn’t “look” Latino enough to cla

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Roy Rogers’ legacy rolls into town with a free museum event

May 24, 2026

On June 20, the Polo Historical Museum at 113 N. Franklin Ave. opens its doors for a special afternoon dedicated to Roy Rogers, the singing cowboy who shaped Western entertainment for decades. Instead of just another small-town exhibit, this event mixes history with hands-on stories, letting visitor