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Katarina Hockema

Bio: Katarina Hockema, originally from Homer, Alaska, is a recent graduate of the University of Idaho where she studied journalism with a minor in marketing. Katarina has dedicated the last several years to sharpening her writing skills for lifestyle, interests, features, and entertainment topics. She also has a passion for marketing, working to combine the creative and logical skills needed to tell a great story. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, reading, exploring new films and television shows, and playing the piano.
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Severe weather patterns affect South and Midwest

A significant severe weather outbreak has gripped a vast stretch of the eastern United States, spanning from Ohio to Alabama, overnight on Tuesday.  This widespread and dangerous weather event is marked by high winds, hail, and tornado threats, posing serious risks to affected regions. Reports indicate widespread storm damage across ...

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Music

Beyoncé’s “Jolene” cover makes Dolly P proud (Op-Ed)

Beyoncé’s recent dive into the country music genre has been nothing short of a surprise, as she has established herself as a pop and R&B icon for the majority of her music career.  With several tracks for album “Cowboy Carter” making waves online and on social media platforms, her latest ...

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Alex Murdaugh receives 40 year sentence for financial crimes

Convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh faced another courtroom reckoning on Monday, this time in federal court, where a judge handed down a 40-year prison sentence following his guilty plea to an array of financial crimes.  These charges, including nearly two dozen counts of conspiracy, fraud, and money laundering, stemmed from schemes ...

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The Remix King DJ Ted Smooth

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Why you should still listen to the radio (Op-Ed)

With the adaptation of auxiliary cords and Bluetooth devices into most, if not all motor vehicles, it’s become a bit of a rare occurrence to listen to the radio over your own curated playlist, static-free and on demand in your car.  However, there are many benefits to listening to the ...

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Politics

Biden’s appeal to younger voters needs serious attention (Op-Ed)

With millennials dominating the workforce and Generation Z slowly creeping their way up the social ladder, it’s obvious that these age demographics are some of the most active and influential in our society.  Historically, presidential candidates, and other political candidates as well have had issues connecting with younger age demographics, ...

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Fashion

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In the world of fashion, trends are constantly evolving, influenced by a myriad of factors ranging from cultural shifts to technological advancements.  However, it’s no secret that American fashion trends often lag behind their global counterparts. This phenomenon can be attributed to a variety of reasons, including differences in social ...

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The U.N. Security Council has approved a ceasefire resolution to provide a period of aid and peace for Gaza during the tail-end of the holy month Ramadan.  The resolution, which received 14-0 votes of the 15 member council with an abstaining vote from the U.S., caused an immediate international response ...

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Theater

Video game acting is just as impressive as screen acting (Op-Ed)

Acting across all forms of media is an intricate art and science that allows for viewers, players, and audiences alike to truly connect and relate to characters and the overall story presented in the media of their choice. Although we tend to associate our thoughts and experiences with acting as ...

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Sports

Diving into the appeal of March Madness (Op-Ed)

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