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Faith in Feeling
By Erik Hage

His native Kentucky and his family’s fundamentalism behind him, Hayseed finds his niche with songs that are the envy of his idols—and an honest, deeply emotional voice that could shake the church rafters

When It’s Over, It Won’t Be Over
By Judith Coburn

Iraq’s looming humanitarian crisis

Support Is a Temporary Thing
By Lisa Sorg

While Bush urges Americans to rally behind the troops, his administration is slashing veterans’ benefits at home

With Us or Against Us
By Travis Durfee

A rally supporting U.S.-led military campaign in Iraq brings out hostility toward antiwar protesters—and concerns about a corporate giant’s role in promoting the event

This Bill’s for Sale
By Travis Durfee

The increasing amount of cash spent to influence legislation in New York state prompts calls for lobbying reform

Totalitarian Information Awareness
By William Kanapaux

Using the technology that promised an information revolution, the federal government is pursuing unprecedented access to personal data—how scary is that?

Savage Love
By Dan Savage

If Dan Savage won't answer your weird, disgusting, perverted, embarrassing questions about sex, perhaps you'd best keep them to yourself.

2003 Bridal Guide

Don't fret about where to find your perfect wedding dress, how to plan the wedding of your dreams. Our bridal guide is filled with tips that will help you have the perfect wedding.

2002 Local Music Guide

Bands, clubs, recording studios, radio stations: Your comprehensive guide to the Capital Region's thriving music scene.

2002 Fall/Winter Dining Guide

A comprehensive, descriptive guide to Capital Region restaurants. A must for residents and visitors who love to dine out.

2002 Survival Guide and Student Handbook

New to the region? Find out where to get your books, your beer, your bowling—you name it.

Best Of the Capital Region 2002

From pizza to politicians, from gift stores to guitarists, from sushi to ski areas: We've combed the region to find the best that's out there.

Metroland Back Issues

Check out recent news, features and reviews that you may have missed. Reprinted online and available on the web.