FEBRUARY 28, 1977

Full News Archive

• Headline: School Cleaners Solidify New Contract Agreement. Impact: This contract negotiation led to cleaner schools, which may or may not have resulted in fewer kids skipping class to avoid dust bunnies. Who knew cleanliness could be revolutionary?. Fact: Cleaning contracts are like relationships; they always come with added costs and the occasional dirty argument..
• Headline: Marian Anderson Honored at 75 by Carnegie Hall Concert. Impact: Marian Anderson’s concert at Carnegie Hall may have inspired a whole generation of singers to pursue their dreams, proving that talent can indeed break through barriers—unless you’re auditioning for a reality show.. Fact: Marian Anderson was the original diva before it was cool, paving the way for future talent to storm the stage (and social media)..
• Headline: Robbers Ruin Bank Front But Find No Cash in Safe. Impact: This botched bank heist might have inspired a slew of ridiculous heist movies where the criminals are more incompetent than the writers. Thanks for the material, Oklahoma!. Fact: Robbing a bank without checking if there’s cash is like going to a restaurant without checking the menu—totally irresponsible..
• Headline: DEMOCRATS FOCUS ON BRONX ELECTION. Impact: This focus on Bronx elections may have inadvertently led to the creation of a new political movement, 'Reform Democrats Against Regular Party Rule,' which sounds like a terrible band name.. Fact: Bronx elections have more drama than a reality TV show, but with fewer plot twists and more actual consequences..
• Headline: New Yorkers in Congress Will Fight River Tolls. Impact: The fight against river tolls may have set a precedent for a future where New Yorkers could finally cross water without paying a fee, leading to a renaissance of spontaneous river picnics and boat parties.. Fact: New Yorkers love to complain about tolls more than they love their morning coffee— and that’s saying something..