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If your cholesterol level is over 200, you could be at risk for heart disease. See your doctor. You'll learn ways to reduce your cholesterol level and your health risk. Know your cholesterol level to protect your health. The Daily Nebraskan needs Graphic Artists for the Fall Semester. If you have knowledge of Aldus Freehand and PageMaker, pick up an application at the DN office, 34 Nebraska Union. NOW! MEET AT Downtown 1339 “O” Live Set & Autograph Party 5:00 P.M. Thursday, April 14 Downtown 1339 “O” Live Set & Autograph Party 5:00 P.M. Thursday, April 14 THE PALADINS j TICKET HOME APRIL 14 ZOO BAR New Paladins Now On Sale Band relates stories of rural life Once upon a time an adulterer was struck by lightning during the course of one of his sinful acts. His lover raced toward the town tavern, only to find their parish priest drunk beyond saving any soul with a last confession. Ah, the stories one can find in Clarke County. The small-town upbringing ol Greg Cosgrove in Iowa’s Clarke County has found a place on the map here in Lincoln. “Our band, Clarke County, is like a book with a beginning and an end," Cosgrove said. “When I run out of stories from my hometown, we will be done.” Cosgrove fronts Clarke County with his acoustic guitar, vocals and rich accounts of rural-life happen stance. However, the story of Lincoln’s Clarke County currently has five hu man chapters, each consisting of a unique situation. Violinist Leanne Dynncson plays the lead instrumental role with sooth ing melody lines that maximize the well-written transitions within Clarke County’s songs. Obviously talented, Dynneson also plays with the Lincoln Symphony Orchestra. However, when asked about her symphony parti c ipat ion, Dynncson sums up the unpretentious character ofClarkc County with a half-chuckled answer. “Yeah.” Nancy Cosgrove’s fitting accordi on accompaniment givesC larkcCoun ty not only a folksy feel but also a rare bond for two bandmales to share. Nancy and Greg, the band’s Cosgroves, arc also married. “Being in a band together was part of our marriage contract,” Nancy joked. Now for Clarke County’s latest chapter-worthy developments, the Zimmerman twins. Clarke County’s low-end section doubles your visual and musical re freshment with the practically identi cal duoof Barry and BcnZimmcrman. Barry plays drums while Ben adds bass guitar. Since their infusion last winter, the Zimmermans contriDutions have broadened Clarke County’s horizon, and they deserve credit for their “for thc-song” attitude that illuminates the spirit of Clarke County. Plus, two red-haired look-alikes always make things interesting. A suitable introduction to Clarke County must include mention of the unmistakable vocals of Greg Cosgrove. The soul-churning effects of his 1’m-rcaching-for-your-gut-now voice have earned Cosgrove acclaim in the past. His meaty vocal chords blaze within Clarke County’s acoustic at mosphere like fire through a pasture. Overall, Clarke County’s throat clearing passion provides its listeners with a sense of rural and spiritual realism. Imagine a folk ensemble wearing steel-toed boots and throw ing down six-packs of Old Style. There isn’t a drunk priest out there who wouldn’t appreciate this band. Clarke County’s storybook will be performed in Omaha on Friday night at Kilgore’s and in Lincoln at Duffy’s Tavern on Sunday night. — Chris Heine 'Lady’ is pick ot the litter It’s a slow week for new releases: one terrific comedy, apathetic drama and another blast-from-lhc-past pick of the week. As usual,all new releases are available today. Cool Runnings(PG) —One ol the late, great John Candy’s last lilms, “Cool Runnings” is loosely based on the real-life story. Candy played the trainer of the first Jamaican bobsled team. The movie is one hilarious hoot alter another and is a sure-lire hit lor the kids. This one is worth hunting down. Malice (R) — A supposedly Hitchcockian-typc thriller, "Malice’ falls flat on its face. Andy Safian (Bill Pullman) is the dean of a college where women are being terrorized by a serial rapist. II that wasn’t enough on his mind, his wife Tracy (Nicole Kidman) issuflcr ingfrom mysterious abdominal pains, and Andy’s old buddy Jed Hill (Alec Baldwin) hasjust come to town as the egotistical new surgeon at the town hospital. Bad acting, bad direction,bad writ ing. Go trim your nose hairs instead ot renting this one. PICK OF THE WEEK — It’s snuggle-up time, everybody! Grab a blanket or comforter, a cup of hot chocolate and maybe some munchies to watch “Lady and the Tramp," a Walt Disney film that made spaghetti the “pasta of love.” The love story of how a sheltered house dog and a spirited street pooch meet, it’s“Romeo and Juliet” on four legs. Watch it with friends, family or a loved one; it will be enjoyed by all. — Gerry Beltz BEYOND BOOKS A guide to this week's entertainment Bands/Bars Thurs. - Duggan's Pub: Sean Benjamen Morgan s Upstairs: Annette Murrell Royal Grove: Johnny Quest Speakeasy Lounge: Alibi Zoo Bar: Paladins Fri. - Duggan's Pub: Grateful Dudes J. Ryans: Ar Cane with Town Crier Knickerbockers: Cowtown with Heroes and Villians Morgan's Upstairs: Lost & Found Mountains Grill & Deli: Cowtown Royal Grove: Johnny Quest Sidetrack: Joyce Durand, Paul Newton, Sam Schultz Speakeasy Lounge: Alibi W.C.'s: DV8 Zoo Bar: Bugs Henderson with The Shuffle Kings Sat. - Duggan's Pub: Grateful Dudes J. Ryans: Ar Cane Thurs.- Duggan's Pub: Sean Benjamen Morgan's Upstairs: Annette Murrell Royal Grove: Johnny Quest Speakeasy lounge: Alibi Zoo Bar: Paladins Fri. - Duggan's Pub: Grateful Dudes J. Ryans: Ar Cane with Town Crier Knickerbockers: Cowtown with Heroes and Villians Morgan's Upstairs: Lost & Found Mountains Grill & Deli: Cowtown Royal Grove: Johnny Quest Sidetrack: Joyce Durand, Paul Newton, Sam Schultz Speakeasy Lounge: Alibi W.C.'s: DV8 Zoo Bar: Bugs Henderson with The Shuffle Kings Sat. - Duggan's Pub: Grateful Dudes J Ryans: Ar Cane with Town Crier Knickerbockers: Such Sweet Thunder with Stew Morgan's Upstairs: Honeyboy Turner with Cryin Heart Mountains Grill & Deli: Cowtown Royal Grove. Johnny Quest Sidetrack: Joyce Durand, Paul Newton, Sam Schultz Speakeasy Lounge: Alibi W.C.'s: DV8 Zoo Bar: Bugs Henderson with The Shuffle Kings Sun.- Duffy's Tavern: Clarke County The Coffee House: The Jazz Thugs Music Thurs. - Brooks & Dunn at Pershing Auditorium 7:30 p.m. FrL - UNL Jazz Ensemble, directed by David Sharp at Kimball Hall 8 p.m. Sun. - University Chorale at Kimball Hall 3 p.m. UNL Small Jazz Groups at Kimball Hall 8 p.m. Theater/Musicals Thurs. - Sat. - "The Caucasian Chalk Circle" at the Temple Building, Howell Theater 8 p.m. Fri. - Sat. - "City of Angels" at the Lied Center 8 p.m. (also 2 p.m. Sat.) Thurs. - Sat. - "Old Friends" at the Temple Building, Studio Theatre 8 p.m. (2 p.m. Sun.) Compiled by Sean McCarthy Free Computer 1 Classes! The Computing Resource Center is offering free microcomputer classes to UNL students. The classes will feature an introduction to Microsoft Word for the Macintosh and WordPerfect for IBM machines. No reservations are required. 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