Yes, that Hooters 2009 Swimsuit issue is signed by Jessica P. in gold sharpie.
Yes, that Hooters 2009 swimsuit issue is signed by Jessica P. in gold sharpie. Mary Seton

Things are a little hectic right now in the Stranger office. Editorial is swapping floors with sales, so everybody has to pack up all their stuff. The move is unearthing lots of forgotten souvenirs, whatsits, re-gifted sex toys, and old bottles of booze. The task of relocating is more difficult for veteran writers such as resident philosopher and film critic, Charles Mudede, who’ve had more time than us youngbloods to amass detritus.

“Mudede’s desk has never been cleaner!” said Stranger overlord, Tim Keck, by which he meant “GET THIS UP ON SLOG, ALL OF IT, WORMLING.”

Here’s the wider view:

That blank calendar you see in the background is from August 2014.
That blank calendar you see in the background is from August 2014. Mary Seton

“I’ve never seen a cassette before,” said new Stranger social media manager, Jessica Fu, who’s doing a great job by the way on Day 4. “And it’s sticky, too!” she added. She’s gonna fit in quite well here.

*Update*

Tim wasn’t lyin’. Before pic:

Gotta admit, I love this man.
I love this man. Liz Hill

Rich Smith is The Stranger's former News Editor. He writes about politics, books, and performance. You can read his poems at www.richsmithpoetry.com