N.C. Republicans Call Special Session for New State Constitution Amendments
Hannah Astin Staff Writer On July 24, the North Carolina state legislature met to discuss the six state constitutional amendments set to appear on the ballot this November. The Republican-controlled legislature previously approved these amendments with a veto-proof majority. These amendments include changes to the State Constitution affecting the rights of crime victims, the right to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife, a cap on the … Continue reading N.C. Republicans Call Special Session for New State Constitution Amendments
Last Chance U Season Three: A Review
Andrew Salmon Sports Editor When engrossed in a football game, it’s easy to forget that there are people underneath all of those pads. We see the flying helmets, the crushing tackles, but rarely do we get to see their faces. Last Chance U, a Netflix documentary, takes off the helmets and offers a raw, often emotional look inside the lives of Independence Community College Pirates … Continue reading Last Chance U Season Three: A Review
A Playoff Victory for the Carolina Cobras
Douglas Burns Staff Writer GREENSBORO, N.C. – On Saturday night, the Carolina Cobras – Greensboro’s resident arena football team – faced off against the Columbus Lions at the Coliseum for a place in the playoffs. It was a tense and fast-paced affair, with the Cobras out for blood. This was because the Lions had beaten the Cobras twice, gaining three extra points in the process. … Continue reading A Playoff Victory for the Carolina Cobras
NBA Free Agency Madness Part II: Leonard Traded, DeRozan No Longer a Raptor
Monique Williams Staff Writer In mid-July, LeBron shook the entire NBA world when he announced that he was going to be a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. Some thought this was the biggest news of free agency, but things have just gotten a little more exciting. On July 18, the San Antonio Spurs officially announced that they would be trading Kawhi Leonard to the … Continue reading NBA Free Agency Madness Part II: Leonard Traded, DeRozan No Longer a Raptor
Grace Cave Accusations By Elon Musk
Ethan Beaulieu Staff Writer The entrapment of a Thai youth soccer team and their coach in a flooded cave has held the world’s attention for nearly two weeks. Their rescue, eventually achieved by a team of international professional divers, went smoothly with the exception of a spat between a British diver and billionaire Elon Musk, as well as the tragic death of a Thai Navy … Continue reading Grace Cave Accusations By Elon Musk
No Production without Representation
Courtney Cordoza Staff Writer After recent backlash, Scarlett Johansson has made the decision to withdraw from the film “Rub and Tug.” The film will follow the life of Dante “Tex” Gill, a transgender man who owned and operated a string of prostitution rings disguised as massage parlors. Many were not happy with Johansson landing the role, especially those in the LGBT community. It was unnecessary … Continue reading No Production without Representation
CBP on ICE, Please!
Ron de Varona Staff Writer The most useful thing that a citizen has is the ability to share their opinions freely. When the workforce of several large companies all plead with their higher-ups to cut ties with ICE, it must be for a very good reason. Immigration and Customs Enforcement enforce federal laws governing border control, customs, trade and immigration to promote homeland security and … Continue reading CBP on ICE, Please!
Kylie Jenner Is Not ‘Self-Made’
Rejani King Staff Writer Recently, Kylie Jenner made headlines yet again. According to Forbes, “at 21, she’s on track to become the youngest-ever self-made billionaire.” By definition “self-made” literally means “made by oneself,” and “having become successful or rich by one’s own efforts.” In my opinion, this does not describe her success because she has always had help. She was born into a rich upper-class … Continue reading Kylie Jenner Is Not ‘Self-Made’
North Carolina General Assembly Proposes Controversial Amendments to State Constitution
Hannah Astin Staff Writer The North Carolina General Assembly hopes to see new amendments to the state constitution added to November’s ballot. When the General Assembly session closed last week, six new amendments had been approved on a variety of subjects, including the rights of crime victims, the right to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife, a cap on the state income tax, selection for judicial … Continue reading North Carolina General Assembly Proposes Controversial Amendments to State Constitution
John Isner: The Jolly Greensboro Giant at Wimbledon
Brayden Stamps Staff Writer John Isner is a 33-year-old American tennis player, born and raised in Greensboro, who is currently ranked eighth in the world by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP). Isner made headlines recently and captivated the hearts of North Carolinians as he made a surprise run to the Wimbledon Semifinals. Standing at a gawking six feet and ten inches, Isner is one … Continue reading John Isner: The Jolly Greensboro Giant at Wimbledon
