Kayla Bullock Staff Writer It’s that time of the year again, where people make a list of things to change for the New Year. From losing weight to scoring a new job, the possibilities are endless. The New Year is supposed to bring new goals and experiences. Resolutions motivate people to change their lives for the better. But does making a list and checking it … Continue reading Are New Year’s Resolutions More Hurtful than Helpful?
Tyra Hilliard and MaryKent WolffStaff Writer and News Editor Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has returned to the Supreme Court bench after various health concerns in 2018. The eyes of the nation have been on Ginsburg in recently, specifically since the election of President Donald Trump in 2016. The now 85-year-old was appointed to the Supreme Court by President Bill Clinton in 1993 and … Continue reading Supreme Court Justice Ginsburg Returns to the Bench
Shayna PraceStaff Writer After mixed messages were sent out about the United States’ mission in Syria and the Middle East, President Donald Trump has unexpectedly ordered for United States troops to be pulled out of Syria. The order has been followed, according to the Pentagon, as troops are beginning the withdrawal process. The order declared by the President on Dec. 19 called for troops to … Continue reading Trump Orders U.S. Troops to Be Taken Out of Syria
Marisa SloanStaff Writer On Dec. 11, 2017, Gov. Roy Cooper, Secretary of the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Michael Regan and Dominion Energy began discussing a mitigation fund concerning the construction of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. The pipeline, upon completion, will transport natural gas from West Virginia to Virginia and North Carolina, although some have expressed concerns about the environmental damage that the pipeline could … Continue reading Atlantic Coast Pipeline Causes Controversy in State Legislature
Alicia ConnellyStaff Writer Students at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) are speaking out about a recent “sextortion” case. More than 40 victims in three states, including five students from UNCG, have already come forward alleging that they were tricked into having compromising photos taken of themselves and were later blackmailed with the same images. Kevin Kerney, 32 years old, was arrested last … Continue reading Man Charged in UNCG ‘Sextortion’ Case
Hannah AstinStaff Writer On January 12, the current government shutdown entered its 22nd day, securing its place as the longest government shutdown in United States history. The previous longest shutdown occurred in December of 1995 during the Clinton administration, and dragged into January of 1996. As the current shutdown continues further into the new year, it carries heavy implications for federal workers, government functions and … Continue reading Government Shutdown Longest on Record
Peyton UpchurchStaff Writer In December 2019, North Carolina will become the final state in the United States to implement legislation known as, “Raise the Age.” These laws would mandate that the criminal justice system treat 16 and 17 year olds as juveniles rather than as adults in regards to arrests, trials and convictions. In the past, 16 and 17 year olds were often prosecuted as … Continue reading North Carolina to Become Final state to Implement, “Raise the Age”
Meagan BessStaff Writer The Elliott University Center held a lively audience on January 18 from 7 PM to 9 PM. UNCG’s open mic and slam poetry event began with a check-in for UNCG students, grabbing a raffle ticket for prizes during the show, and a free and warm winter hat from the Activities and Campus Events student committee. DJ Roxci played a variety of songs … Continue reading Express Yourself Through the Arts: Polar Mics Open Mics & Slam Party
Rachel SpinellaFeatures Editor Over the course of 2017-2018, the flu season in the United States had one of the highest total death rates since 2009, with a recorded total of 391 deaths. The Flu season usually goes from October through May, but can also be active during colder months too. According to the Charlotte Observer, the flu season presently as of 2019 is not as … Continue reading Researchers Approve New Flu Drug
Rachel SpinellaFeatures Editor On December 21 of 2018, an event took place at the William Seward House in Auburn, New York. Seward has been known throughout history for being President Abraham Lincoln’s right hand man, abolitionist, supporter of women’s rights and friend of Harriet Tubman. He resided at the Seward House in Auburn with his family. Usually the Seward House is reserved for more historical … Continue reading A Late Historical Christmas Tour in Auburn, New York
