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Wildwood delivers on themes of love and loss
“Wildwood” (2026) is a stimulating and visually pleasing film that will leave you holding your loved ones closer. The film was created by Laika Studios, recognizable for acclaimed claymation films such as ParaNorman (2012), The Boxtrolls (2014) and, most notably, Coraline (2009). The story follows a young girl, Prue, as she tries to rescue her little brother, Mac, after a murder of crows takes him into the enchanted woods.
Opinion: The situationship epidemic
People often say Generation Z is the generation of hookup culture. Dating apps have created a slot-machine-like atmosphere where the next hot, available single could be one swipe away, so why settle down? While hookup culture is central to the modern dating scene, I would argue we’re plagued by a different curse: the situationship. A situationship is when you’re seeing someone for more than sex, but without the dating label.
The situationship epidemic
People often say Generation Z is the generation of hookup culture. Dating apps have created a slot-machine-like atmosphere where the next hot, available single could be one swipe away, so why settle down? While hookup culture is central to the modern dating scene, I would argue we’re plagued by a different curse: the situationship. A situationship is when you’re seeing someone for more than sex, but without the dating label.
Bar fashion is losing its edge
Picture this: Friday’s last assignment has been turned in, the laptops are shut and the tedious process of getting ready for a night out with the girls begins. Everyone spends 30 minutes trying on every piece of going-out clothing they’ve ever purchased. After the hair has been curled, the makeup is finished and the right outfit has been selected, the Uber is called, and the bars await.
PBS Kids-o-scope
It’s Saturday morning! You run downstairs, fill a bowl of cereal and sit yourself in front of the TV. Cable is overrated. It’s time to see what the Public Broadcasting Service has to offer today, all thanks to viewers like you! LIBRA (SEP. 23-OCT. 22): “Super Why.” You are one smart cookie. You and your friends are always running around trying to fix problems and make things better for everybody. But don’t forget to take time and look out for yourself. You matter just as much, after all! SCORPIO (OCT.
The Roxy Theater undergoes renovations
Two individuals getting ready to see a movie on newly installed screens, speakers and projectors on Sept. 1 The Roxy movie theater has undergone renovations that will hopefully make your next viewing experience clearer than it’s ever been. On Sept. 4, the Roxy wrapped up renovations on its roof and three main projector rooms. The renovations involved replacing the projector screens and installing six new speakers, including behind the screen.
Does Gen Z lack generational sound?
Rockin Rudy's Radio Deck Operator Eleanor Harper looks at her ipad while she's working on Aug. 26. The internet has changed nearly everything about how we live our lives, and music has been no exception. Gone are the days when you went down to a record store to purchase music. Today, listeners have immediate access to almost all songs ever made, while artists are able to find audiences on their own and still achieve mainstream success. Record labels used to make or break the music industry.
Zootown Festival returns for second year
The Lumineers perform before a full crowd at the Zootown Festival in Missoula, on June 19. Laughs of anticipation and excitement began to fill Missoula’s South Avenue as early as 9:30 a.m. Friday as lines started to form for the second annual Zootown Festival. Featuring 24 artists, including headliners The Chicks and The Lumineers, thousands of live music enjoyers, some coming from out of state, flocked to Missoula to see some of their favorite musicians.
‘Euphoria’ is back and not great
After a four year hiatus, “Euphoria” released the first episode of its third season on April 12. So much controversy has surrounded the show and with that, the question stands: Will Euphoria be ruined by this last season? Since the first time I watched “Euphoria” my freshman year of high school, I was hooked.
Apoc-o-scope
THE END IS HERE. It finally happened: The world collapsed into apocalypse and everybody is taking their own measures to survive. So, what are you doing to stay afloat in these trying times? ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19): Your Hunger Games phase from middle school made you a little too excited for this. You tried to get everyone to wear side braids and only use bow and arrows, but it didn’t catch on. Nevertheless, you still made the Katniss Everdeen look work. TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20): You’re a lone wolf.
The Kaimin’s spring fashion guide
Spring has sprung early this year, and March showers bring April fashion swaps. With warmer weather on the way, here are a few trends you can use to level up your wardrobe with everyday finds from the thrift store. Stripes for spring If you’re looking for a creative way to add a little something-something to your everyday outfits, a striped button-down can go a long way. Instead of the same hoodie you’ve been throwing on for months, try a button-down over your t-shirt of choice.
It’s a man’s world
Louis Theroux is a world-renowned documentarian who’s most known for the work he’s done with the BBC, such as documenting members of the Westboro Baptist church in “The Most Hated Family in America.” It’s safe to say that Theroux is used to hearing people on the most extreme ends of the political spectrum sharing their opinions freely with him.
Finding peace and quiet through sound bathing
Gregory Matarazzo plays singing bowls to demonstrate the music heard in a sound bath meditation class at Ritual Yoga in Missoula on March 25. Each bowl represents one of the seven main chakras in the body. I laid my yoga mat on the ground and sat cross-legged on it. I was nervous — a sound bath isn’t something I ever thought I would do. Ritual Yoga, located in the heart of Missoula, offers sound baths on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. for 30 minutes, and they only cost $10.
The new era of partying
It’s 2012 and you’ve gotten your sticky hands on your mom’s iPad mini so you can watch Ke$ha’s music video for her song “TiKToK” one more time. Now it’s 2026, and it’s your turn for the bars, the clubs and the parties, but Ke$ha forgot to mention a price tag. According to Statista Consumer Insight, between 18% to 20% of Americans of legal drinking age in Generation Z, people born between 1997-2012, say they regularly drink beer, wine or spirits.
We have a mosh pit at home
Eyeliner and black leather is everywhere. People are gathered outside someone’s garage, chatting by the fire pit and buying t-shirts from a van. The sounds of guitars and drums warming up fills the air as the audience mingles before for the performance. Rusty nails hang from the ceiling from broken support beams that fans have climbed onto and torn down, and an orange glow comes from the windows of the house next door.
Scholars and stunners, drag queens are putting on shows while giving scholarships
Drag Queen Juicy Bouvier-St James lip sync's to the crowd at the Zootown Arts Community Center on Jan. 17. The Zootown Arts Community Center( The ZACC) was buzzing Saturday, January 17th, with chatter as audience members purchased drinks at the bar and performers sat down and chatted with each other on the stage. The lights dim and a spotlight comes on as two performers in wigs and heels take the stage.
Heated Rivalry’ avoids queer tropes
HBO’s “Heated Rivalry” had fans on the edge of their seats, watching its main characters gaze unwaveringly at each other from across a club while “All the Things She Said” by t.A.T.u played in the background. “Heated Rivalry,” a TV adaptation of Rachel Reid’s book series, quickly dominated social media after its release.
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