November 16, 2024

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When Rap Lyrics Stand Trial

Rina Risper016 mins

By Erik Nielson
The Root
 
Torrence Hatch, the Baton Rouge, La., rapper better known to fans as Lil Boosie, faced the trial of his life in May. Charged with first-degree murder in the 2009 shooting death of Terry Boyd, Boosie stood accused of paying his friend Mike “Marlo Mike” Loudon $2,800 to carry out the hit. A conviction would have put him behind bars for good.

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Movie Review: “The Amazing Spider-Man”

Rina Risper06 mins

Studio:    Columbia Pictures (2 hrs 16 min)
Plot:     While attending a tour at Oscorp laboratories, high school student Peter Parker was bitten by a radioactive spider. He soon gained the spider’s powers and became a human spider – a Spider-Man.
Cast:     Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Rhys Ifans, Denis Leary, Martin Sheen, Sally Field
Rating:     PG-13
Bottom Line:     ***

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Movie Review: “Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted”

Rina Risper05 mins

This funny movie will keep both adults and children laughing.  Courtesy photo

 

Studio:     Dreamworks (85 mins)

Plot:     Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Gloria the Hippo, and Melman the Giraffe are still fighting to get home to New York and join a traveling circus takes which them through Europe.

Cast:     Ben Stiller, Jada Pinkett Smith, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer, Frances McDormand, Sacha Baron Cohen, Cedric the Entertainer, Bryan Cranston, Jessica Chastain, Martin

Rating:     PG

 

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Inside The Mind of a Sportsaholic – Think Like A Sports Fan

Rina Risper08 mins

 By Jimmy Wilson, Jr.

 
After seeing the movie “Think Like A Man”, I figured I would dispense some relationship tips myself. Fellas, don’t be alarmed, these tips won’t be exposing any secrets, or throwing men under the bus. These tips are for women who are dealing with men who are into sports, but the women may not really be into them also. These tips are to help you ladies know what to listen for, and how to deal with men who love sports. 

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Movie Review: “The Avengers”

Rina Risper07 mins

Samuel L. Jackson in “The Avengers”. The movie is bringing great action to movie screens around the country.  Courtesy photo
 
Studio:  Marvel Studios/Paramount  (142 minutes)
Plot: Iron Man, Captain America and Thor are recruited by Nick Fury of S.H.I.E.L.D. to help save the world from annihilation.
Cast:    Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johnansson, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Jeremy Renner, Samuel L. Jackson
Rating:     PG 13
Bottom Line:     ****
 
By Jonathan McMillan
 
As a long time Marvel comic book devotee who knows each characters back story and the lore and mythos of the “Worlds Mightiest Heroes,” I’m one of the ones who has been chomping at the bit since “The Avengers” film was first announced way back when.
 

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“Comfort Food for the Mind, Body, and Soul”: BUFFALO CHICKEN MEATBALLS

Rina Risper02 mins

A really simple and very tasty treat! 
 
By Sharon Fox
 
1 lb. Ground Chicken
1/4 Cup Blue Cheese Crumbles
2 Tbs. Minced Garlic
2 Tbs. Butter
2 Large Ribs of Celery – Divided
4 Green Onions
1 tsp. Onion Powder
3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 Cup Franks Buffalo Red Hot Sauce 
Salt and Pepper
 

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