In , Aesop Rock relies on personification in his lyrics, switching between outrageous boasts and mordant self-deprecation. On “Checkers,” he brags, “I’m all of Alexandria’s information in aggregate.” ...

The community is invited to the Second Annual “Coal Crackin’ Rock the Block” Festival in Coaldale, being held Sept. 7, 8 and 9. The event takes place at the Coaldale Complex and Fire Company ...