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Shakori Hills: A Celebration of Art, Music and Life

Krysten HeberlyEditor-in-Chief With the cracking of lightning, a crowd gathered in Pittsboro, North Carolina, screaming for an encore. Sheltered from the rain, the crowd packed like sardines in the Cabaret Tent, as Rebekah Todd brought the thunder with every powerful chord and haunting vocal riff. Shakori Hills was underway, and was not to be rivaled by a little weather. Shakori Hills is a bi-annual festival … Continue reading Shakori Hills: A Celebration of Art, Music and Life

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Artist Spotlight: The Band CAMINO

Crystal AllenStaff Writer As a self-entitled music junkie, I am always on the lookout for new music. While mindlessly scrolling through instagram, I clicked on my friend’s story where she was posting songs recommended to her. Of course, I added them all to a playlist and began listening. Most were good, some only alright, but there was one that stood out to me amongst the … Continue reading Artist Spotlight: The Band CAMINO

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Relax, It Is Just Finals

Crystal AllenStaff Writer With finals right around the corner, everyone is stressing and struggling to cram in a semester’s worth of information back into their brain. Cumulative exam? You mean, my worst nightmare? At this time, the library is packed, Starbucks and Tate Street’s businesses are booming, and we all are in dire need of a break. Good news for you, I have a list … Continue reading Relax, It Is Just Finals

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Jubilee “Spectrum: Do All Christians think the Same” YT video reaction

Alliana AvancenaStaff Writer Coming across a YouTube channel called Jubilee, a series named Spectrum popped up onto the screen. The topic was, “Do all Christians think the same?” This group enlightens viewers about the wonders of the capacity of the mind in how people conform to societal standards and how to approach the world to promote diversity and conversate with others in a comfortable situation. … Continue reading Jubilee “Spectrum: Do All Christians think the Same” YT video reaction

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Kevin Abstract-‘Ghettobaby’ EP

Trent RydenStaff Writer Rapper and songwriter Ian Simpson, also known as Kevin Abstract, the mastermind behind the rap/alt pop group Brockhampton, has been feeling lonely lately. It does not come as much of a surprise considering the fact that he abandoned the creative direction of his famed rap entourage and is releasing a solo project, “Ghettobaby,” which will be out in its entirety on April … Continue reading Kevin Abstract-‘Ghettobaby’ EP

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Beyoncé- Homecoming

Keia HarrisArts and Entertainment Editor I cannot say with a good conscience that I am a dedicated member of the Bey Hive- please hold your attacks. With that being said, I am proud to say that this review is anything but biased. In 2018, Beyoncé became the first black woman to headline Coachella, arguably the most popular music festival in the country. The motivation behind … Continue reading Beyoncé- Homecoming

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Ursula K. Le Guin – Why are Americans Afraid of Dragons

Alliana AvancenaStaff Writer In talking about fantasy and science fiction, Ursula K. Le Guin talks about how escapism fits into our world so perfectly. Her version of escapism comes from reading and talking about topics that most people find odd or unbelievable. She believes that reading and writing imaginative worlds translates into people understanding the depth and potential of life. It is a distraction from … Continue reading Ursula K. Le Guin – Why are Americans Afraid of Dragons

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Game Of Thrones: Winter is Here…So Who is Azor Ahai?

Crystal AllenStaff Writer (Spoilers Ahead) If you have not been living under a rock, you may know that “Game of Thrones” premiered the first episode of the final season last Sunday. As the show comes to a close, there are a lot of burning questions still yet to be answered. One that stands out among the rest, other than who ends up on the iron … Continue reading Game Of Thrones: Winter is Here…So Who is Azor Ahai?

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Intercultural Lecture Series: The Jumpsuit Project

Janelle CrubaughStaff Writer In the 2016-2017 academic year, Sherrill Roland walked around UNCG sporting what appeared to be a state-issued orange jumpsuit. “I got this for twenty bucks on Amazon,” he told the audience. Roland was wrongly accused of a crime during his first few months of graduate school at UNCG. As a result, he was imprisoned for ten months, for a crime he did … Continue reading Intercultural Lecture Series: The Jumpsuit Project

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