Some Late-Breaking Events
Here are a few events that were received too late for inclusion in our print issue. Thursday, June 21 at 4 p.m. Borders 5870 E. Broadway Blvd. Harry Potter Pottercast. A live broadcast with Hary Potter editors, cast and crew is scheduled. Includes discussions, trivia, games and a question-and-answer session. Free. Call 584-0111 for info.…
A Stunning Picture of the Prizes in the Dick Cheney Photoshopping Contest!
Here’s a slightly trippy picture of the prizes. Weep with joy if you feel the need.
Dick Cheney Photoshop Contest Results!!!!!!!!!!!
After gathering together the on crack staff and vetting the entries from the four people who entered the first-ever Dick Cheney Photoshopping Contest, we have decided on the winners! It was reaaaaaly close between William Bell’s Shrek-themed entries and Max Vectar’s potpourri of Cheney in prison/Total Recall/collage suitable for framing. Both had substantial support from…
Music Makes the Heart Go ‘Round
So, as a lowly intern, I have been pondering what my first blog post would pertain to for quite some time. But habit endure, so to no one’s surprise, here is a music recommendation of sorts. Right now, I can’t stop listening to these albums: No Shouts, No Calls by Electrelane These girls—yes all girls, four…
We, Like, Kick Ass or Something
As loyal readers of this blog know … the boss, the ad director and I headed to beautiful Portland, Ore., last week for the annual convention of the Association of Alternative Newsweeklies. A good, educational time was had by all, and while we were there, we picked up some awards that are worth noting. In…
Hey, Christian Drivers
The Vatican has issued “Ten Commandments for Drivers.” This reminds me of the time my friend flipped off a nun while driving. I wonder what that means for my friend’s soul.
And Speaking of Garbage: No More Water Fees
You may recall how we all kicked and protested when we heard about the $14 garbage pickup fee. (I recall vividly.) And how one politician practically put her whole platform on removing that fee. Well, we still have the fee and if the city of Tucson has its way, we’ll have more soon enough. Those…
Merry Pranksters
The Yes Men are back! The political pranksters—former Tucsonan Andy Bichlbaum and his partner in crime, Mike Bonanno—have slipped into conferences and onto cable news networks posing as representatives of the likes of the World Trade Organization and Dow Chemical. Some of their adventures were chronicled in The Yes Men, a hilarious documentary that’s available…
See Ya in Court
Wal-Mart says it’s looking out for Tucsonans this year with the Consumer Choice initiative, which–if passed by voters on the November ballot–would bust the city’s ban on grocery sales at Big Box stores. Good ol’ Wally-Mart says it’s unfair that the city is blocking it from undercutting grocery stores that have union workers and pay…
Garbage In, Garbage Out
Had to laugh today at Pima County Democratic Party chairman Vince Rabago’s explanation of why the Democrats didn’t field a mayoral candidate. As Rob O’Dell of the morning daily reports: Rabago said there’s not as much energy in this race as in 2005 for the Democrats because the party now has a solid majority on…
Budget Breakthrough
While state lawmakers have gone home for the weekend, leadership may have finally made a budget deal. We’re told that House Speaker Jim Weiers, who had tried to push through $60 million in tax cuts in the House budget plan, is settling for about $3 million. If that’s the case: What a victory! I’m sure…
And They’re Off!
The roster is finally set for this year’s city elections with yesterday’s deadline to file petitions. Mayor Bob Walkup’s moderate ways appears to have won over Democrats, seeing how they were unable to scare up a candidate to challenge him. And, sadly, Bruce Gerowitz, who sells hot dogs outside of a Speedway strip club, decided…
Correction to Crossroads Film Times
We received an updated schedule from the Crossroads 6 Grand Cinemas after the paper was printed. Crossroads is at 4811 E. Grant Road. Their phone is 327-7067. The Lives of Others will screen Friday-Tuesday at 3:50 and 6:40 p.m.; Wednesday at 6:40 p.m.
Some Late-Breaking Events
Here are a few events that were received too late for inclusion in our print issue. Saturday, June 16 from 9:30 a.m. to noon Joel D. Valdez Main Library 101 North Stone Ave. Lower level one meeting room Business Workshop. A free workshop, “Information Power for Small Business” will cover how to use market analysis…
Mailbag
Howls of outrage and squeals of delight from our astonished fans.
Sound and the Fury
The Rosebuds invoke ’80s Manchester and ancient Rome
Noshing Around
Father’s Day Dining Take Dad to Terra Cotta on Father’s Day for Sunday brunch. Enjoy oven-fresh pastries and build-your-own eggs Benedict, or choose from a list of other entrées, including prime rib. The $20-per-person (excluding tax and gratuity) brunch is an amazing deal, as it also includes a Bloody Mary, mimosa or freshly squeezed orange…
Ties That Bind
Taking care of elderly parents isn’t a job for the weak
Now Showing at Home
“Meatballs: Special Edition,” “The Best of Chappelle’s Show Uncensored: Top 25 Sketches,” and “Black Snake Moan”
Electoral Integrity
The county launches ballot-counting reforms after Democrats question past practices–and results
Nice Guys Finish First
The polite gents of Menomena make good on their debut’s promise
Lessons From the Border
Gabrielle Giffords–and other D.C. politicians–need to learn that drug lords run the show in Mexico
Soundbites
MR. FREE FOR FREE! For so many reasons, Mr. Free and the Satellite Freakout are not your average local band. For one thing, even though they’re extremely young–all in their early 20s–they are some of the most gifted musicians in town. I was recently talking with Ben, the band’s drummer (and a guitarist by trade),…
Fierce Opposition
The controversy over a proposed Pima County mine proves copper is no longer king
Nine Questions
Aaryn Brewer
Mining Mess
Dragoon-area residents learn that owning land doesn’t mean controlling land
Live
TapeOpCon Music Showcases, Various Venues, Friday and Saturday, June 8 and 9
The Skinny
DEAL OR NO DEAL The Grand Bargain is proving to be a tough sell. Last week, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid pulled the Kennedy-Kyl-Bush-et al immigration bill, saying it was time to move on to the more important job of beating up on doofus Attorney General Alberto Gonzales. Republicans, who managed to block a no-confidence…
Rhythm & Views
Following the tragic onstage murder of brother “Dimebag” Darrell, many thought drummer Vinnie Paul would never perform music again. But he’s resurfaced with the formation of Hellyeah, the metal “supergroup” featuring members of Pantera, Mudvayne and Nothingface. The only problem is that Hellyeah sounds exactly as advertised: a combination of Pantera, Mudvayne and Nothingface. Instead…
The Range
A recap of last week’s news
Rhythm & Views
“Headphone rock” is how Minus Story’s label, Jagjaguwar, describes the band’s music. Headphone rock is a phrase probably coined back when headphones were first widely available, for bands like Pink Floyd, whose music took on new meanings when listened to more closely, either through headphones or some mind-altering substance. Modern production, it can be argued,…
Media Watch
Growth Potential Leads Rico to ‘Star’
Top Ten in Music
CD City top sales for the week
Police Dispatch
ACTIONABLE INTELLIGENCE? UA AREA, JUNE 1, 8 A.M. Several University of Arizona Police Department divisions received a suspicious fax from a man warning about exposure to radio frequencies, a UAPD report stated. The fax was addressed to the U.S. Marshals Service and didn’t appear to be connected to the UA in any way. Although the…
Rhythm & Views
Obsessed audiophiles have always sequenced alternative singles collections and albums for significant pop and rock artists. Before the digital age, we spent hours gathering B-sides, bonus tracks and outtakes, and recording them onto cassette tapes, putting forward bands much different from the mainstream incarnations shoved down our throats. From a tougher, punk-edged Springsteen (“Dollhouse,” “Roulette”)…
T Q&A
Tucson Q&A with Ricardo Martinez
Flying Around
O-T-O Dance’s new show again combines live and filmed performance
Danehy
The Duke lacrosse team shares the blame for all of their troubles
Pick of the Week
Blues in the Desert
Shifting Individuals
‘Earthquake Chica’ won’t move mountains, but it’s an enjoyable show
O’Sullivan
All these new illnesses and disorders are driving me nuts
City Week
Our top picks of what to do and where to do it for the week.
Cabaret State of Mind
Invisible Theatre’s ‘Sizzling Summer Sounds’ move yet again, into IT’s theater
Guest Commentary
Without nonviolent protest, our democracy will suffocate
I Pee on Dead People
This funny European slasher flick is not getting the attention it deserves
Topical Storytelling
Sam Quinones’ stories of Mexican emigration both enlighten and entertain
¡Ask a Mexican!
Why does the crowd yell “Culero” at a band that they seemingly adore and paid a lot of money to see perform?
Blood Baths
Director Eli Roth goes too far in ‘Hostel: Part II’
Top Ten in Books
Antigone Books best-sellers for the week
Pages, Pages Everywhere
A note from the editor.
Top Ten in Movies
Casa Video’s top rentals for the week
Failure to Fuse
Rio Café has some successful dishes–but the ingredients and theme are all mixed up
