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High Gas Prices turning everyone into stingy, real-life Monopoly Players

By Tyler Perry • Oct 3rd, 2008

It appears the recent surge in gas prices have not only diminished people’s checking accounts, but their personalities as well. People are increasingly becoming more selfish with their money, and in particular, their cars.
My best friend of 10 years asked if he could use my car to go to Ohio. “Not unless you return it [...]

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Breaking News: Vampire suspected in case of missing blood

By Tyler Perry • Oct 3rd, 2008

The Monroe County Blood Bucket Facility was robbed last night by a pale-skinned vampire just after midnight. The nocturnal thief stole every single container of Type A blood, leading authorities to believe the bloodsucker is in fact Type A himself. It’s been speculated that he is Type B intolerant.
It’s not known if he has any [...]

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Lotus Fest still going strong

By Tyler Perry • Oct 1st, 2008

Back in 1994, Lotus Fest had its first event in downtown Bloomington. Around 900 people came to see the inaugural event that consisted of one night of world folk music. These days the festival draws closer to 10,000 people with a total of four days and nights of music, workshops and Lotus in the Park. Tyler James Perry

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Extreme Saudades de Rock

By Tyler Perry • Oct 1st, 2008

“Saudades de Rock” is a very hit-and-miss album. Cherone’s voice is good, as is Bettencourt’s guitar playing, but many of the songs seem to miss their marks at times. The band definitely has variety, mixing hard rock/blues, funk and soft rock.

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Catfish Haven Devastator

By Tyler Perry • Sep 6th, 2008

Chicago trio Catfish Haven is an independent band on Secretly Canadian Records. The band is known for its mix of rock and soul. Devastator is the band’s third release, following Please Come Back and Tell Me from 2006.
The band’s first single “Set In Stone” has a lively sound that’s aided by the vibrant discoesque rhythm [...]

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Beyond Things Our Call Outs

By Tyler Perry • Sep 6th, 2008

The Bloomington band, Beyond Things, release their debut album, Our Call Outs this month. The nine-song album, a split label release on Ephemeroptera Music and Plan-It-X Records, features a unique blend of folk rock, Latin and indie. These and other genres are explored to the fullest throughout the album.
One of the more radiant spots on [...]

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Drool in the Pool at Bryan Park this month

By Tyler Perry • Sep 6th, 2008

On September 5 and 6, the Bryan Park Pool will be taken over by a sea of canines. Tyler James Perry

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New ambient sound on Oneida’s Preteen Weaponry

By Tyler Perry • Aug 1st, 2008

Perry’s puzzled, but judge for yourself at the Bluebird August 17. Tyler Perry

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High gas prices force arsonist into retirement

By Tyler Perry • Aug 1st, 2008

The biggest concern for the lifelong fire-starter will be learning to live in a world with no fire. He started his first fire by burning down his aunt’s garage when he was five. An electrical short was blamed for the fire. No one suspected little Timmy because he was considered a sweet kid incapable of such acts. Tyler Perry

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Green Myths Debunked

By Tyler Perry • Jul 31st, 2008

As many are turning to a more “green” answer to the earth’s problems, it’s important to know the facts. Tyler Perry

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