By Omer Sanchez The world lost another celebrity as Malcolm James McCormick, best known as Mac Miller, died from an apparent overdose on Friday September 7, 2018. The Pittsburgh native was a rapper, as well was a producer. Celebrities have tweeted out their condolences, such as NFL running back, Le’Veon Bell tweeting,   Mac Miller’s … Continue reading Rapper Mac Miller dies at age 26 →

By Omer Sanchez A charismatic actor and star of multiple hit roles, Burt Reynolds, recently passed away from cardiac arrest on Thursday September 6, 2018. Numerous actors posted on Twitter reacting to the actor’s unexpected death. Arnold Schwarzenegger, who considered Burt a hero in the industry, tweeted out, “Burt Reynolds was one of my heroes. … Continue reading Legendary Film Actor Dies at age 82 →

By Lauren Ansell and Omer Sanchez The Greek Orthodox Church in Altoona has a tradition once a year in August, attempting to introduces authentic Greek food to the people of Altoona. The church was able to celebrate their thirteenth consecutive year, and according to James Prescott, a member of the church, was met with great … Continue reading Want Some Greek Food? →

How I learned to Play some African Drums By: Omer Sanchez and Lauren Ansell   Over the past year the Altoona community has hosted the African Drum Circle every Sunday in the late afternoon. The Altoona Arts Project, which is a program of trying to enhance the economy of Altoona, but trying to introduce diversity … Continue reading How I learned to Play some African Drums →