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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

Museum opens with series of experimental exhibits

Brittany Allen, Photo Editor
October 5, 2015

After being closed for the summer, the Museum of Culture and Environment is reopening its doors in Dean Hall with a set of  interdisciplinary, cross-campus exhibits in conjunction with the Sarah Spurgeon...

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Take a tour around Ellensburg's Taco Tuesdays

Take a tour around Ellensburg’s Taco Tuesdays

Randi Gibbons, Staff Reporter
August 3, 2015

Around Ellensburg, Taco Tuesday (and sometimes Thursday) draws in large crowds each week. But are all Taco Tuesdays (or Thursdays) created equally? There are places like The Palace who have been serving...

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Trainwreck isn’t a trainwreck

Justin Phan, Staff Reporter
July 27, 2015

I have always liked Amy Schumer. She is a really funny comedian. I like her confidence and the way she presents herself on stage. So as soon as I knew she was going to be in a movie, I could not wait to...

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Jazz in the Valley is coming to historic downtown Ellensburg

Kelly Kneer, Staff Reporter
July 22, 2015

Tickets for admission to all three days, all venues, and all performances are available for purchase for $40.   Jazz in the Valley will be celebrating their 18th annual festival in Historic...

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Minions take center stage in "Despicable Me" prequel

Minions take center stage in “Despicable Me” prequel

Kelly Kneer, Staff Reporter
July 17, 2015

Last weekend, “Minions”, the spin-off-like prequel to films “Despicable Me” (2010) and “Despicable Me 2” (2013) was released in theaters everywhere.   “Minions” follows the life...

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Country bar and dance club coming to E’Burg

April Radke, Staff Writer
July 1, 2015

Dust off those old cowboy boots and grab a partner because this summer, country dancing will be back in town. The Blue Rock Saloon, owned by local restaurant entrepreneur Jim Rowe, will specialize in country...

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Inside Out: An emotional journey for the whole family

Inside Out: An emotional journey for the whole family

Randi Gibbons, Staff Reporter
June 30, 2015

  Pixar has done it again. The vibrant animation and emotional storyline of “Inside Out” has adults and children questioning the way their brains work.   An animated emotional rollercoaster   In...

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Central theatre students’ Cabaret focuses on student struggles

Nicolas Cooper, Staff Reporter
June 3, 2015

Sex, drugs and musicals aren’t often immediately associated with each other, but that hasn’t stopped the Central Theatre Organization (CTO).   The CTO will be putting on “Sex, Drugs and...

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Annual ‘Dachshunds on Parade’ event

Shanai Bemis, Staff Reporter
June 3, 2015

On June 20, dachshund enthusiasts from all over the Pacific Northwest will flock to Ellensburg to take part in the 13th Annual Dachshunds on Parade event. Set your alarms for early According to the...

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Fashion Show Hits Runway With Great Success

Victoria Shamrell, Staff Reporter
June 3, 2015

It was the final product. Every student involved in the fashion show’s production put extensive time and effort into the show. Fashion show runs smoothly and audience reacts positively Andrea Eklund,...

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Claim Clothing wins money

Clarissa Posner, Staff Reporter
June 2, 2015

Owned and operated by Central alumna Megan West, Claim Clothing is a successful local business with an impressive array of garments. Recently, West was the recipient of Kittitas County’s fifth annual...

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Catholic Campus Ministries hosts “last supper” for students before finals

Logan Houser, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2015

Catholic Campus Ministry’s (CCM) wants to encourage an atmosphere for students that feels like a home away from home and a second family, especially during finals. Emma Mahr, one of CCM’s peer ministers,...

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