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A photo of a Barnes & Noble exclusive copy of “The Sunrise on the Reaping” against a background of nature.

Review: Sunrise on the Reaping– Suzanne Collins reveals Haymitch Abernathy’s tragic past

Madelyn Riffee, Staff Writer
April 10, 2025

    Spoiler alert, but not at all surprising, Suzanne Collins has a lot to say about the current real-world state in her newest novel.      “Sunrise on the Reaping,” which was released on March 18 this year, sold millions of copies worldwide within its first week...

UMKC student Shelyse Fields listening to music while enjoying the warmer weather.

The ultimate 2025 Spring Break playlist – curated from UMKC students

Lilah Manning and Brenna Oxley
March 23, 2025

As students get ready for spring break, music creates the soundtrack to their adventures—no matter how they may be spending it. These are the songs that will set their tone for a week of fun, relaxation, and memory-making. El Noa Noa - Juan Gabriel   Juan Gabriel’s...

The stage for "The Government Inspector" before the play began.

Review: “The Government Inspector” hits all the bases, incredible actors, elegant costumes and a stunning set

Zane Oliver Watt Hoven, Intern
March 11, 2025

  UMKC Theatre put on a fabulous production of “The Government Inspector” from Feb. 20 to Feb. 22 in the Spencer Theater, creating a direct connection into a world of comedy and drama. This adaptation of the play was done by David Harrower.   “The Government Inspector,”...

Cover of "Wings of Starlight" on a Kindle.

Review: Wings of Starlight by Allison Saft

Madelyn Riffee, Staff Writer
February 28, 2025

  Once upon a time in 2012… audiences were teased with an unforgettable forbidden romance within Disney’s Tinker Bell franchise. Over a decade later, the heartbreaking backstory was finally revealed with a standalone novel.    Wings of Starlight by Allison Saft was...

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Review: “Presence” arrives in theaters

Morgan Patterson, Staff Writer
February 14, 2025

    If you’re a fan of horror, you’ve probably seen the classic haunted house-style movie where we are introduced to a family as they move in.    Suspense builds as paranormal activity in the house becomes increasingly obvious—and horrifying.   Steven...

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