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KUNG POW

Posted on March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 by admin

Kung Fu Panda 4 packs punch worthy of a Dragon Warrior

By Damani Edgington and Quinton Smith

Staff writers

When people heard that the Kung Fu Panda franchise was getting another movie, I’m sure some people were thinking, Wait–they still make Kung Fu Panda movies?”

I’m sure when the producers made the first movie in 2008, they would’ve never thought that they’d make Kung Fu Panda 4 16 years later, which surpassed movies as big as Dune: Part Two at the box office.

Even though the movie was very successful at the box office, the necessity of a fourth movie is still up for debate. Some people believe that you shouldn’t fix what’s not broken, especially if it’s not been broken for eight years straight (with Kung Fu Panda 3 coming out in 2016). Despite not being completely necessary, the movie held its own weight and was a well-crafted addition to the series.

STEPPING UP

Posted on December 18, 2023December 18, 2023 by admin

Video in link by Jayvin Williams

Local youth dance organizations Michigan City Soul Steppers Drill Team Inc. and Judah Explosion performed in the parade that kicked off the Festival of Lights on Saturday, Dec. 2 on Franklin Street in Michigan City.

WELL DONE

Posted on December 6, 2023February 12, 2024 by admin

Nickelodeon cooks up a worthy sequel to the classic Good Burger

By Jayvin Williams

Staff writer

Welcome to Truth from the Youth, home of journalism, may I take your review?

In late November, the sequel to the Nickelodeon original film Good Burger was released on Paramount+. Good Burger 2 came 26 years after the original film. With all the time between the movies, did Good Burger 2 live up to the original, and was it worth the wait?

Even though the sequel did not fully live up to the charm of the original film, it’s still a satisfying movie. Kel Mitchell and Kenan Thompson respectively reprise their roles as Ed and Dex, and their chemistry on screen still works decades later.

TAKING FLIGHT

Posted on October 3, 2023February 12, 2024 by admin

Blue Beetle elevates DC to new heights

By Jayvin Williams

Staff writer

With the announcement of Blue Beetle, many people worried if the film would hold up to the comics that began in 1939.

After seeing the film, it’s clear that expectations were met, Blue Beetle was worth the wait and it was a win for DC Studios. The movie’s casting, costume design and cinematography make it a great film.

MESSAGE TO THE BEAT

Posted on September 22, 2023September 25, 2023 by admin

Former funk drummer Fairest Hill brings positive vibes to Krueger

By Damani Edgington

Staff writer

MICHIGAN CITY – Krueger Middle School felt the funk last week.

Motivational speaker Dr. Fairest Hill, who used to be the drummer of the Gap Band, came to speak with students about a multitude of things Thursday, Sept. 14, at an assembly in Krueger’s gymnasium.

Hill, who is CEO of a nonprofit organization called Youth on the Move, spoke to the students as part of the organization’s Stop the Violence Tour. Topics he covered included persevering through struggle, keeping the youth away from violence and to find purpose in helping others – all through catchy tunes and heart-tugging stories.

POSITIVELY UPBEAT

Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 by admin

Krueger’s Allen motivates students with gusto

By Andrea Roberts

Staff Writer

MICHIGAN CITY – Shirley Allen’s positive attitude goes a long way.

Allen, a chorus teacher at Krueger Middle School, motivates kids to go in new directions each day.

“I love doing music together with kids,” Allen said. “I love to see kids find out who they truly are.”

BUILT FOR IT

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 by admin

MCAS’ Olson born to be a band man

By Abby Killingbeck

Staff Writer

MICHIGAN CITY – Krueger’s George Olson was meant to be a band teacher from the very beginning.

When Olson, 58, was in high school, he played in a band and organized groups of his friends to play Christmas carols during the holiday season.

During Olson’s 30-year high school reunion no one was surprised to hear he became a band teacher.

“Every one of them said, ‘Oh man, I’m so glad to hear that because that’s exactly what you should be doing,’” Olson said.

SHINING BRIGHTLY

Posted on January 18, 2023January 18, 2023 by admin

Breakfast at Tiffany’s dazzles with charming love story

By Batoul Achy & Seidet Segura

Columnists

This is the fourth installment of Movie Night with Batoul & Seidet, a monthly series in which Batoul Achy and Seidet Segura will collaborate on and taking turns writing classic movie reviews from a modern perspective.

You won’t be able to take your eyes off Breakfast at Tiffany’s! The 1961 film is strengthened by the aesthetic of it overall, the love story between Paul and Holly, and its humor. On the other hand, the racist stereotype towards Asians and the weird relationship between Paul and Holly at first glance is what weakens the movie. In general, Breakfast at Tiffany’s is a film that many admire, even to this day.

OUT WEST

Posted on December 19, 2022December 19, 2022 by admin

Krueger alumnus Johnzo West enjoying national success as musician

By Andrea Roberts

Staff Writer

LOS ANGELES – Johnzo West’s time at Krueger Middle School changed his life forever.

West, a nationally famous musician, went through Krueger Middle School in seventh grade. He was in an environmental group, and starred in a musical which helped spark his interest in performing.

“I will never forget being in that musical,” West said. “I’ve always wanted to sing and act since then.”

FRIGHT NIGHT

Posted on November 4, 2022November 4, 2022 by admin

KMS band and chorus team up for a Halloween performance

By Abby Killingbeck

Staff Writer

MICHIGAN CITY – Krueger’s band and chorus charmed their audience with a haunted performance.

The Krueger Middle School band and chorus put on a Halloween concert Thursday, Oct. 27, in the school cafeteria.

The performance was a part of Krueger’s Haunted Halls trick or treating event, which was open to the public. Around four hundred people showed up to see the band and chorus perform.

Longtime band teacher George Olson called the concert “a huge success.”