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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

TyYonna Kitchen performed the poem, “Take a Bow” at the Open
Mic Night at The Porch on Feb. 13.

Open Mic Nights aren’t for everybody

TyYonna Kitchen, Copy Desk
February 22, 2019

On Feb. 14 there was an epic talent battle to the death at one of Ellensburg’s restaurants, The Porch. 10 contestants entered and everyone ended up surviving, but there were a few bruised egos by the...

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“Happy Death Day 2U”: could surpass original

“Happy Death Day 2U”: could surpass original

Ben Wheeler, Online Editor
February 22, 2019

2017’s “Happy Death Day” was a horror-dark comedy, taking the basic premise of “Groundhog Day,” of living the same day over and over again, and applying a baby-face-masked killer to the formula....

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Mariners 2019 season will surprise most

Mariners 2019 season will surprise most

Bryce Weedman, Staff Reporter
February 21, 2019

When the Seattle Mariners opened up their 2018 season, there was a lot of buzz around not just the Pacific Northwest, but the whole MLB. The Seattle Mariners hadn’t made the postseason since 2001. With...

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“Velvet Buzzsaw”: A weird, mesmerizing mixed bag

“Velvet Buzzsaw”: A weird, mesmerizing mixed bag

Ben Wheeler, Online Editor
February 14, 2019

“Velvet Buzzsaw” is a Netflix original film that was directed by Dan Gilroy and released Feb. 1 on the streaming platform and in select theaters. An interesting clash of modern horror and the elite...

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Are stereotypes bringing you down? It’s not your fault

Are stereotypes bringing you down? It’s not your fault

Nick Tucker, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2019

Every generation thinks in somewhat of a unique way and one of the things that sets ours apart is the concept of “the brand” which has made its way into our collective consciousness. It’s this...

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Let MLB players hit free agency sooner

Let MLB players hit free agency sooner

Matt Escamilla, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2019

The MLB payment structure has players play six full seasons before they can go into free agency. That needs to change. Over the last two off-seasons, free agency has been a bust. According to Matt Kelly...

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A bitter critique of two subpar Netflix horror flicks

A bitter critique of two subpar Netflix horror flicks

TyYonna Kitchen, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2019

Everyone knows that Netflix makes questionable choices when it comes to horror movies. “Terrifier” (2018) and “Stitches” (2013) are no exceptions. Both are killer clown movies, with little to no...

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Student safety is at risk when classes continue in snow

Student safety is at risk when classes continue in snow

Heather Stewart, Photo Editor
February 14, 2019

As we receive a weather alert on all student accounts, I begin  to wonder how much snow Ellensburg will get before campus closes for classes. According to Craig Revels, who has lectured at CWU for 14...

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Canceling School Because of Snow is Irresponsible

Canceling School Because of Snow is Irresponsible

Rune Torgersen, Copy Desk Chief
February 14, 2019

Canceling school because of snowy weather is a far-reaching solution that has more unintended consequences than one might initially realize. It’s easy to catch oneself partially hoping for a day off...

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Love is always worth celebrating

Love is always worth celebrating

Alexa Murdock, Managing Editor
February 6, 2019

While Valentine’s Day is undoubtedly commercialized, that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t celebrate it. Valentine’s Day is a reminder that we should take time out of our busy lives and appreciate the...

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Corporate America loves Valentine’s Day

Corporate America loves Valentine’s Day

Mariah Valles, Editor-in-Chief
February 6, 2019

Unfortunately for gullible Americans, Valentine’s Day is one big marketing scheme that  is predicted to cost each individual about 160 dollars this year (National Retail Federation). Teddy bears, candy...

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Dealing with the media is part of an athlete’s job

Dealing with the media is part of an athlete’s job

Dez Rodriguez, Assistant Sports Editor
February 6, 2019

We’ve all seen it. The famous Marshawn Lynch post-game interview, more commonly remembered as the “I’m just here so I won’t get fined” interview. The more I work in sports journalism, the...

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