So it finally arrived — opening night for the cast and crew of Uni High's spring play, "Much Ado About Nothing." For newcomer Carl Zielinski, this meant that his days of being able to make mistakes with impunity — or near impunity — were over.

Tight budget for prom? Find out how to get a dress and accessories for free! The Perfect Prom Project, a registered student organization at the University of Illinois, will sponsor Boutique Day at the Illini Union from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. High school girls from throughout Central Illinois are invited to choose free prom dresses and accessories. All you need is a valid high school ID. Check inside for more information, and find out how junior Deborah Ladd already got a free dress — and a free hair styling to go with it.

Junior/senior prom has always been one of Uni's most exciting events, but this year the prom committee has decided to kick it up a notch. Featuring a masquerade theme, a new Web site, and a chance to win an iPod Touch, Prom 2008 is greatly anticipated.

Ryan Phillippe plays a young Army combat veteran who is told he must return to Iraq on another tour of duty even though his enlistment is up. The soldier, already honored for his bravery under fire, must decide whether to follow his latest orders. Check inside for Laura Dripps' review of Hollywood's most recent attempt to grapple with the consequences of the Iraq War.