By Nicole Prieto | Staff Writer With a new group, new explosions and a new way to take down walkers, “The Walking Dead” returns in an admirably-paced midseason opener. The season left off with Spencer getting gutted by Negan and Eugene getting kidnapped. The Hilltoppers reunited with Rick and company, and the group set its sights on taking back their freedom. They are now faced … Continue reading ‘The Walking Dead’ takes a much-needed drama break