Cranky Hanke’s Weekly Reeler Feb. 8-14: Short Safe Journey Vows—Episode One

The only surprising thing about George Lucas embracing the 3D-ification re-release schtick is that it took him so long to get around to it. That he chose the most criticized and least liked of the entire set of Star Wars movies isn’t all that surprising, since Lucas’ lack of real concern over what his fans want has done nothing but become more evident every year. The real question is whether or not the Lucasian faithful will flock to see it anyway. But of course, The Phanton Menace isn’t the only thing arriving in town this week.

A plate for every date

There's a specific color of rose for anything that a lover might want to convey. Red roses, of course, represent love. Yellow roses are given to signify friendship. Black roses often represent an infatuation with Glenn Danzig and cheesy horror flicks. And just like roses, restaurants and bars convey a message. If you bring an … Read more

Weekly Asheville Disclaimer Page: 02/08/12

• Mission Hospitals seeks
to end contractual
partnership with
St. Josephs, explaining,
‘It’s not you, it’s me’

• Black Mountain aldermen
seek removal of
current ABC chair,
citing her short pours,
lethargic cocktail shaking

• Carolina Panthers update
logo, making them the
‘Fighting US Cellulars’

• Unseasonable warmth
prompts dramatic rise in
outdoor chore avoidance

• Suspects sought in
I-40 rock slide

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