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Works by Talented High School Students on Display in the Flex Space

Discover the impressive artwork of Bloomington High School South and Edgewood High School students on display at the Arts Alliance Center. From remarkable portraits to creative sculptures, this exhibit showcases the immense talent and creativity of young artists. Read on to learn more about this exciting showcase and the impressive works of art on display.

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Singing the Blues and Blowing Our Minds

Black History Month could be celebrated in a zillion ways. Here are two: listening to the blues and watching Viola Davis portray the Mother of Blues, Ma Rainey. Rainey’s voice, manner, look, attitude, clothes—so much about this woman differed from other musicians of the early 20th century. And so much of Rainey’s legacy shows up in later singers and songwriters, ones who followed her gutsy lead.

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