MARCH 3, 1985

Full News Archive

• Headline: The Careful Shopper's Meat Journey. Impact: The rise of careful shopping at Trim-Rite Meats led to an explosion in local butcher shop loyalty programs, which eventually inspired the creation of the 'loyalty card' that now haunts us in every grocery store. Thanks, meat enthusiasts!. Fact: Did you know that most people only realize they've joined a loyalty program when they get a coupon for something they didn't want in the first place?.
• Headline: Exploring the Impact of Artist-Run Galleries. Impact: The frustrations of artists led to a renaissance of DIY art spaces, which inadvertently caused the rise of hipster coffee shops. Now, anyone can sip overpriced lattes while pretending to appreciate abstract art they don’t understand!. Fact: Did you know that the only thing harder to find than a good piece of art in an artist-run gallery is a parking spot in front of it?.
• Headline: PROSPECTS; On the Job Front. Impact: This optimistic job outlook led to an influx of overqualified candidates applying for positions they were way too good for. Fast forward a few decades, and now we have entire industries dedicated to turning down jobs for 'self-care' reasons!. Fact: Did you know that the average job seeker spends more time crafting their resume than actually applying for jobs? It's like preparing for a marathon without ever leaving the couch..
• Headline: BAROQUE MASTERS TURNING 300. Impact: The celebration of these Baroque masters sparked a revival of classical music appreciation that eventually led to the invention of elevator music. Now we can all enjoy Bach while waiting for our groceries!. Fact: Did you know that Baroque composers were basically the original influencers, except instead of Instagram followers, they had patrons?.
• Headline: NEW JERSEYANS. Impact: Highlighting the foremothers of Jersey City students inadvertently inspired a whole generation to think their own family trees were way more interesting than they actually are. Cue the dramatic storytelling at family gatherings!. Fact: Did you know that in New Jersey, every family gathering eventually turns into a contest of who can tell the most exaggerated family history?.
• Headline: GIVING A 'ROAD MAP' FOR CHAMBER MUSIC. Impact: Melvin Berger's insights led to a wave of 'how to listen' guides, which ironically made it harder for people to enjoy music without feeling guilty for not understanding it. Thanks, Melvin, for ruining spontaneous dance parties!. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more confusing than understanding chamber music is trying to explain why you can't dance to it?.
• Headline: FROM VISION TO REALITY: HARBORSIDE TAKES FORM. Impact: The transformation of Harborside inspired urban planners everywhere to dream big, resulting in an explosion of waterfront developments that now require a GPS just to navigate your lunch options!. Fact: Did you know that urban development is basically just a fancy way of saying, 'Let’s charge a lot for a view of a river while pretending we care about the environment'?.