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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

Mario Alfaro is the owner of the Red Pickle food truck.

Red Pickle food truck moves to a restaurant

Will Ortner, Staff Reporter
November 1, 2018

The Red Pickle food truck has been selling Guatemalan-fusion dishes to Ellensburg since they opened three years ago. Mario Alfaro, the owner of the Red Pickle, has a true rags-to-riches story as...

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Caelsey Schmidt clips Derek Daviss hair at the CWU Barber Shop.

CW Barbershop: A place for the community

Wyatt Simmons, Staff Reporter
October 25, 2018

The sound of scissors cutting hair mixed in with chatter between a client and a barber has been a part of every community around the world  for some time, and Ellensburg is no different. CW Barber Shop,...

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Dr. Lewis to retire after decades of math and travel

Dr. Lewis to retire after decades of math and travel

Cassandra Hays, Staff Reporter
October 25, 2018

CWU math professor Dr. Scott Lewis is retiring as a full time professor  at the end of the school year. Dr. Lewis will be transitioning into phased retirement. According to Dr. Lewis  he will be teaching...

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Vinmans Bakery has acquired the small kiosk on the corner of University and Walnut. The kiosk used to house a small coffee operation before being turned into a shaved ice stand.

Vinman’s Bakery expands location

Grey Caoili, Staff Reporter
October 25, 2018

It’s the start of the work week after a long weekend your craving sweets before class, have no fear Vinman’s has you covered. Located just south of campus on the corner of East University Way and North...

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Los Bailadores Del Sol of Central Washington performing Veracruz Jarocho.

World Without Walls

Nick Jahnke, Staff Reporter
October 17, 2018

The “World Without Walls” show was an explosion of color and joyous dancing. The production started at 1 p.m. Saturday in McConnell Auditorium. Los Bailadores de Bronce performed four regional dances:...

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Participants of the 5K walking to the starting line to begin the race.

bRUNch 5K

Wyatt Simmons, Staff Reporter
October 17, 2018

This past week, there were plenty of Homecoming events to keep students entertained, from Cristela Alonzo to the football game against Western Oregon University. The Recreation Center  also held the...

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Community garden now located off Alder Street

Kejuan Coleman, Staff Reporter
October 11, 2018

Originally devised to start in the in February 2013, CWU’s community garden was located in the Wahle Complex, directly across the street from the North end of Tomlinson stadium. The garden has now been...

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Pumpkins at Huffman Farms

Harvest season

Cassandra Hays, Staff Reporter
October 11, 2018

The leaves are changing colors, and there is a crispness in the air. Harvest season is finally upon us, and Ellensburg has plenty of events and activities this month to celebrate the autumn season. Huffman...

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CWU students chase after the ball during a competitive game of pick-up basketball.

Pick-up basketball is a mix of community and friendly trash talk in the SURC

Wyatt Simmons, Staff Reporter
October 11, 2018

Playing pick-up basketball brings back nostalgia for many people, especially college students. Pickup basketball can be found in almost any neighborhood regardless of social class. CWU provides that early...

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People gather around to make smores at Wellingtons Wildfire during homecoming week last year.

Wellington’s Wildfire Preview

Matt Escamilla, Scene Editor
October 4, 2018

The Wellington Wildfire event on Wednesday, Oct. 10 at the CWU Community Fields and Challenge course is a place for students to take a break from classes and work and spend time outside. It’s free to...

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New and improved tasting counter at BRIX.

BRIX Restaurant under new management

Cassandra Hays, Staff Reporter
October 3, 2018

The sounds of clinking wine glasses and conversation fills the room. Friendly faces greet you as the smell of homemade food hits your nose. Located on 3rd Street, BRIX Wine Bar & Restaurant has been...

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Jacob Wachte being a mountain top for his goat in childs pose.

Downward dog or downward goat? Campus Activities hosts CWU’s first “Goat Yoga”

Matt Escamilla, Scene Editor
October 3, 2018

Replace green smoothies with grass and Zen music with bleats and you’ve got “Goat Yoga.” On Sept. 25, CWU Campus Activities switched up the typical yoga session by adding goats to the equation. A...

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