Greensboro’s “Little Big Shot”, Caleb Serrano
Lauren Summers Features Editor Little Big Shots, an NBC television show hosted by Steve Harvey, which premiered in March 2016 features an array of incredible children from around the world. From child singers to dancers to athletes and more, Little Big Shots shows how amazing children can be. The NBC show, which was once nominated for Outstanding Reality Program/Reality Competition Series at the NAACP Image … Continue reading Greensboro’s “Little Big Shot”, Caleb Serrano
Kat Von D Has Always Been Problematic
Sarah Grace Goolden Opinions Editor Kat Von D broke the internet this week with an Instagram post revolving around her future child. The tattoo artist, who starred in the reality show L.A Ink and owns a popular makeup line, has been an advocate for veganism and a cruelty-free lifestyle. It was not surprising when she announced that she was going to raise her child to … Continue reading Kat Von D Has Always Been Problematic
How to Lose Your Job in 30 Seconds: Roseanne Barr
Bruce Case Staff Writer The revival of the 90’s hit sitcom “Roseanne” came to an abrupt halt last week. The reboot of “Roseanne,” in which she played an avid Trump supporter, was a major win for conservatives all over the country who felt represented on the show. Over 25 million tuned in for the first episode in March. She was even congratulated by President Trump … Continue reading How to Lose Your Job in 30 Seconds: Roseanne Barr
The Luxe Life of Lifestyle Influencers
Courtney Cordoza Staff Writer Her Instagram account is perfectly crafted with aesthetic filters. Her photos showcase her lavish apparel and accessories. Every other picture has the location tagged from many exotic vacations. This gorgeous jetsetter is a lifestyle influencer. Many millennials look to her as ‘#goals.’ It was the summer of 2015 and I would soon begin college. I scrolled through Google researching everything I … Continue reading The Luxe Life of Lifestyle Influencers
Why No One is Stopping the Gaza Border Shootings
Quashon Avent Staff Writer Recently, the conflict between Israel and Palestine has heated up again. Protests at the Gaza border began March 30 in objection to Israeli occupation, specifically the military blockade against the Gaza strip and the U.S. Embassy’s move to Tel Aviv. 121 people have been killed and 3,700 wounded, including a paramedic and two journalists. The international outrage for Israel’s government has … Continue reading Why No One is Stopping the Gaza Border Shootings
They Have Been Angry: Thoughts on Advocacy Day
Michelle Everette Staff Writer I was at a Barnes & Noble in late May, working on my portfolio for graduate school when a friend of mine sent me an unexpected text: “Okay, so how do you feel about the teacher walkouts spreading to North Carolina?” Not knowing that the walkouts had spread to North Carolina, I, of course, immediately googled it. I wanted to know … Continue reading They Have Been Angry: Thoughts on Advocacy Day
Officials React to Trump’s Claim on His Ability to Pardon Self
Luciano Gonzalez Staff Writer This past week, President Donald Trump has stated online and to the press that he has the power to pardon himself. “As has been stated by numerous legal scholars, I have the absolute right to PARDON myself, but why would I do that when I have done nothing wrong?” said Trump on Twitter. “In the meantime, the never-ending Witch Hunt, led … Continue reading Officials React to Trump’s Claim on His Ability to Pardon Self
Do Police Have a Spot at Pride?
Ethan Beaulieu Staff Writer June has finally arrived, and for many, it represents the celebration of everything LGBTQ+. Rainbow flags will be worn proudly, and parades will be thrown in celebration. Then, amongst the celebration, attention will still be drawn to the injustices still existing within the community. While some will celebrate victories already achieved, others are looking to the parades as a form of … Continue reading Do Police Have a Spot at Pride?
State Legislature Responds to Nationwide Opioid Crisis
MaryKent Wolff News Editor In response to a nationwide opioid epidemic, the North Carolina legislature is working to create a possible statewide database that would allow law enforcement to access a record of prescribed painkillers. “When an investigator begins to see patterns, they can then do perhaps some predictive analysis. It helps them build a case so they can get to the right person,” said … Continue reading State Legislature Responds to Nationwide Opioid Crisis
Carolina Cobras Enjoy Home-field Advantage
Dillon Overby Staff Writer The summer months are not known for their exciting sports; we are more than two months away from college basketball and football, and the NBA and NHL playoffs just ended. During this time all we have to look forward to is baseball and soccer highlights, right? Wrong, well, at least if you live near Greensboro, as the Greensboro Cobras have a … Continue reading Carolina Cobras Enjoy Home-field Advantage
