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Monday, May 18th, 2020 Ten weeks already? Wow, this is week ten of my quarantine blogs. That is just mind-boggling. To think that I have been sharing part of my life with the internet for that long… holy moly guacamole. Am I the only one that’s a little blown away by that? I guess we… Read more »
COVID-19 conspiracies in Nigeria — An alarming parallel
“This virus does not exist. It’s just a ploy by the Nigerian government to receive financial aid.” This was the reply I got from an acquaintance in Nigeria while discussing COVID-19. For many people, conspiracy theories like this are hilarious, but they are oblivious to the fact that many others believe they are true and… Read more »
The Warrensburg Farmers’ Market — Supporting the community safely
On May 2nd, 2020, the Warrensburg Farmers’ Market opened for the season. Vendors and shoppers alike gathered next to the Johnson County Recorder, all ready to enjoy the fresh produce and kick off the summer season at the market. Many consumers use the farmers’ market as an outlet to support local artisans and farmers. According… Read more »
Blogs from a quarantined college student: Weeks eight & nine
WEEK EIGHT BLOGS Monday, May 4th, 2020 May the 4th be with you! I’m not even a huge “Star Wars” fan, but I had to say it! I used to watch “Star Wars” a lot as a kid with my cousins, but those days have been gone for a while. I’d love to get back… Read more »
“Better Call Saul” Season Five: Showing its characters’ fall from grace
“Better Call Saul” took some time to find its footing. Its first few seasons can feel uneven. The show eventually settled into its style, and each season became better than the last. The show’s fifth season continues this trend. This season is better than the rest, though it still has a few of the same… Read more »
Blogs from a quarantined college student: Weeks six & seven
WEEK SIX Monday, April 20th, 2020 Internship I haven’t talked about my CACU internship much in these blogs, but it’s going really well! We’re into week three and we’ve gotten to talk with some of the KC business owners. We’re learning a lot about working from home during this time and I think that it’s… Read more »
COVID-19: the financial implications for UCM
The University of Central Missouri wisely decided to close the school in March, but it may also bring a financial toll in the next few months and coming years. “We often hear this time described as ‘unprecedented,’” UCM President Roger Best said. “It is true that none of us have ever experienced a moment such… Read more »
A worthy follow-up: “Doom: Eternal”
2016’s hellish shooter “Doom” is a game that knows what it is: a ludicrous, blood-pumping ride that puts the player in control of a demon-slaying/crushing/tearing/ripping/pounding juggernaut. I can say with sheer certainty that “Doom” is one of the very rare games that left my heart pounding minutes after each demon swarm. It was worth all… Read more »
