All Good Things Come to an End: “Nolly”, a three-part series, solves one of...
All Good Things Come to an End: Nolly, a three-part series, solves one of the most intriguing mysteries of British popular culture and celebrates the life’s work of a TV trailblazer
By Ron Klopfanstein
For my...
Cassandra Harris Lockwood’s “Putin Slam”
Cassandra Harris Lockwood's "Putin Slam"
by Ron Klopfanstein
"Vladimir Putin, you know you're wrong," says Cassandra Harris Lockwood, Central New York's most prominent civil rights activist and the voice of the Black community in the Mohawk...
95.5 FM “The Heat’s” Special Academy Awards episode of “The Hot Seat”
95.5 FM "The Heat's" Special Academy Awards episode of "The Hot Seat"
by Ron Klopfanstein
On this special episode of "The Hot Seat," I share my predictions for this year's Academy Awards, discuss the nominees, the...
Nikki Haley’s Presidential Campaign: Rise, Suspension, and Future Prospects
Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley entered the 2024 Republican presidential race with determination and a vision for the party. Her campaign, however, faced challenges, leading to its eventual suspension. In this blog post,...
Measles Outbreak in Michigan: What You Need to Know
Measles Outbreak in Michigan: What You Need to Know
1. What Is Measles?
Measles, also known as rubeola, is a highly contagious viral infection. It primarily affects children but can occur in people of all ages....
Supreme Court Ruling: A Balancing Act Between State and Federal Power
Introduction
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has once again ignited the debate over the delicate balance between state sovereignty and federal authority. The ruling, handed down on the eve of Super Tuesday, has...
Utica Phoenix Media & Cinema Capitol Celebrate the 96th Annual Academy Awards
Utica Phoenix Media & Cinema Capitol Celebrate the 96th Annual Academy Awards
by Ron Klopfanstein
Sunday, March 10th, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will recognize excellence in cinema at the 96th Oscar Awards. ...
The Government Funding Crunch: Senate’s Stopgap Solution and the Path Forward
As the clock ticked closer to a potential partial government shutdown, the US Senate took decisive action to maintain the operation of federal agencies. By a vote of 77 to 13, the Senate passed...
Michigan College Students: Catalysts for Political Change
Navigating Discontent in the Heart of the Great Lakes State
In the heart of the Great Lakes State, Michigan college students are raising their voices, echoing a chorus of frustration and disillusionment with the political...
The Measles Outbreak in Florida: A Public Health Crisis
The Measles Outbreak in Florida: A Public Health Crisis
In mid-February, an alarming measles outbreak emerged at Manatee Bay Elementary School in Broward County, Florida. Since then, the virus has spread to both South and...