The Sport of Self-Development
Isaiah Saint Hilaire Staff Writer Junior, and chemistry major, Ronaldo Guzman, made it clear that fencing has been one of the most fascinating sports he has been involved in. He spoke about the early stages of his fencing career and how he didn’t really have an interest in it when he was in high school. However, his friend introduced him to the sport and explained … Continue reading The Sport of Self-Development
UNCG Club football: Spartans Thump George Mason in Season Opener, 25-7.
Andrew Salmon Staff Writer Quarterback Brandon Travis rushed for two touchdowns, and a stout Spartan defense forced five turnovers as UNCG defeated the George Mason Patriots, 25-7, in their first game of the season. In front of a great turnout of Spartan faithful, it was the perfect start to the 2017 campaign for the up and coming program, which is looking to establish a football … Continue reading UNCG Club football: Spartans Thump George Mason in Season Opener, 25-7.
Beyoncé Saves the Day
Alyia Hicks Staff Writer They say all heroes don’t wear capes and that is one of the only things this woman has not done. Thirty six year old multi-millionaire, 20 time Grammy Award winning artist, singer, songwriter, actress, business woman and the list could go on and on. She is a mother of three, a sister and a wife. She is internationally known and loved … Continue reading Beyoncé Saves the Day
Spartan Soccer Weekend Review
Chelsea McBay Staff Writer Both the men and women teams played this weekend. The men played Saturday night at Spartan Soccer Stadium against in-state opponent University of North Carolina-Asheville. The women played Sunday afternoon at the stadium against William & Mary. The men have been struggling thus far this season, entering the match with a 0-5-1 overall record with only two goals scored. However, … Continue reading Spartan Soccer Weekend Review
Does Steroids Taint Home Run Records?
Daniel Johnson Sports Editor It may be hard but think back to 2005 and 2006 when performance enhancing drugs and baseball became forever linked. The image of the game’s best players like Barry Bonds and Sammy Sosa being grilled by Congress has been cemented in the minds of millions over the image of them being celebrated after a record breaking home run at home plate. … Continue reading Does Steroids Taint Home Run Records?
BREAKING: One death, several injured following active shooter at Spokane school
One death and multiple injuries have occurred following an active shooter incident at Freeman High School in Spokane, WA. Spokane authorities have contained the incident, and the scene is no longer active. View Spokane KHQ’s reporter Peter Maxwell’s video footage from the scene on Twitter here. Below is a statement from Spokane mayor David Condon regarding the shooting (via KHQ Local News): Continue reading BREAKING: One death, several injured following active shooter at Spokane school
BREAKING: Multiple deaths at FL nursing home due to power outage
Six people have died, and over 100 others have been rushed to hospitals from a nursing home that had no air conditioning following a power outage after Hurricane Irma. The transformer that powered the air conditioning at The Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills, a Florida nursing home, suffered a power failure. View the full report from The New York Times here, and view an excerpt from … Continue reading BREAKING: Multiple deaths at FL nursing home due to power outage
Hopscotch Headliners Energize Downtown Raleigh
Chelsea Korynta Staff Writer Hopscotch returned to the streets of Raleigh this past weekend, for its eighth year as a staple, weekend-long celebration of creativity and musical connection. This year added a fourth day to the festivities an additional venue and boasted an eclectic lineup, including both artists local to the Triad, and traveling acts that came into town just for the festival. Guests at … Continue reading Hopscotch Headliners Energize Downtown Raleigh
Hopscotch 2017: The Small Acts that Deserve Mentioning
Sam Haw Staff Writer Hopscotch, Raleigh’s annual music festival, is always the highlight of my September, serving as one final summer blowout before autumn hits. This year was no exception. With headliners including Solange, Run The Jewels, Future Islands and Big Boi, as well as a lineup of over 100 smaller acts, the festival offered a great experience for both the independent and mainstream music … Continue reading Hopscotch 2017: The Small Acts that Deserve Mentioning
10th Annual UNCG Collage Performance: “Atlantic Crossings”
Danielle Anderson Staff Writer UNCG’s Collage concert, a celebration of world music and the prowess of the College of Visual and Performing Arts, kicked off the new school year with its 10th annual performance on Sept. 9. The theme for this year was “Atlantic Crossings,” an exploration into the melding of musical cultures as differing civilizations crossed the Atlantic Ocean. The production includes performances by … Continue reading 10th Annual UNCG Collage Performance: “Atlantic Crossings”
