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Netflix’s “Flint Town” is a must see for everyone

Netflix’s “Flint Town” is a must see for everyone

Hannah Enderle, Contributor March 20, 2018

Flint, Mich is known in the United States as one of the most dangerous cities, but the people of Flint still remember a time when the Vehicle City was the place to be.  “Flint Town,” catches everything...

Game Night is not a game changer, but is still fun

“Game Night” is not a game changer, but is still fun

Falin Hakeem, Staff Reporter March 13, 2018

Like everyone, I’ve been obsessed with Rachel McAdams since her Oscar-worthy performance as Regina George in “Mean Girls.” So when I first saw the trailer for “Game Night,” I thought to myself,...

“A Wrinkle in Time” is time you won’t get back

“A Wrinkle in Time” is time you won’t get back

Trevor Tyle, Editor-in-Chief March 13, 2018

Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time” had everything going for it—an all-star cast, familiar story and the House of Mouse’s stamp of approval. Unfortunately for director Ava DuVernay, though, the film...

John Bozick, Web Editor

Political Focus: The background of West Virginia’s teacher strike

John Bozick, Web Editor March 13, 2018

For much of the beginning of March 2018 in West Virginia, the schools were empty, the classrooms dark and the students remained at home; but the teachers were working harder than they have their entire...

Staff Editorial: Today’s gun violence

Staff Editorial: Today’s gun violence

The Postie Editors March 6, 2018

The events of weeks past have gotten us here at The Oakland Post thinking about guns and the role they play in our country. Especially with the events at Central Michigan University on Friday, March 2,...

90 years later, the Oscars are finally moving into the future

90 years later, the Oscars are finally moving into the future

Trevor Tyle, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2018

Sunday, March 4 marked the 90th annual Academy Awards, and this year’s ceremony was one of the most inclusive and self-aware in years. Three years after the Oscars were declared “so white,” the...

Taylor Bennett takes a hands-on approach to his concert

Taylor Bennett takes a hands-on approach to his concert

Brendan Triola, Photographer March 6, 2018

One of Taylor Bennett’s qualities that draws new fans is his transparency, as he is never afraid to show his human strengths and flaws. Coming out as bisexual on Twitter in 2016, Bennett has always been...

Billy Graham: A simple preacher of the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Billy Graham: A simple preacher of the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Isaac Martin, Political Contributor March 6, 2018

Last Friday, a special man was laid to rest. Billy Graham is one of only four private citizens to ever lie in state in the U.S. Capitol — he is the latest since Rosa Parks. Like Rosa Parks, Graham knew...

“Red Sparrow” unexpectedly thrills, ultimately disappoints

“Red Sparrow” unexpectedly thrills, ultimately disappoints

Falin Hakeem, Staff Reporter March 6, 2018

When I first saw the trailer to “Red Sparrow,” I thought the film looked sleek and seductive. I even remember whispering to my friends in the theater in between chews of my overpriced candy, “we...

“Winchester” is a historical disappointment

“Winchester” is a historical disappointment

Mary Siring, Staff Reporter March 6, 2018

The story of Sarah Winchester and her home is an incredible one, but “Winchester,” a horror adaptation, falls flat and pushes the boundary too far, a result that truly didn’t seem possible until...

Oscar predictions: What to expect from Hollywood’s biggest night

Oscar predictions: What to expect from Hollywood’s biggest night

Trevor Tyle, Editor-in-Chief March 3, 2018

It’s that time of year again. The 90th annual Academy Awards will be held this Sunday, March 4, and if the nominees are anything to go by, it’s going to be one for the books. Some of this year’s...

Vance Joy’s new album is everything you’d expect

Vance Joy’s new album is everything you’d expect

Jessica Leydet, Social Media Editor February 27, 2018

James Gabriel Keogh, better known as Vance Joy, released his second album, “Nation of Two,” on Friday Feb. 23. The Australian indie folk singer is widely known for his song “Riptide,” which was...

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