Satirist’s Corner – Help Them, Help Us
Cason Ragland Staff Writer Surveillance is a tricky subject. Or is it? I never thought Orwell’s “big brother” thing was very intimidating. Afterall, I’m an older brother and I was nothing but the kindest sibling. Sure, there were a few fights here and there, but I won every single one of them to maintain the balance in our relationship. No personal relationship, however, can compare … Continue reading Satirist’s Corner – Help Them, Help Us
African Americans, Athletes and America: The Michael Bennett Situation
Daniel Johnson Sports Editor Since joining the Seattle Seahawks back in March of 2013, defensive end Michael Bennett has become one of the top linemen in the game, a leader on the Super Bowl Seahawks and a player both respected by his fellow players and feared by coaches who have to gameplan around his talents. Off the field, Bennett has followed his former division rival … Continue reading African Americans, Athletes and America: The Michael Bennett Situation
Club Football Discusses Upcoming Season and Future Goals
Daniel Johnson Sports Editor Back in 2013, the UNC Charlotte 49ers played their first football game in the university’s 67 year history. With the university obtaining a football team, only three schools in the UNC school system is now without an university team: UNC Wilmington, UNC Asheville and UNC Greensboro. The three universities and High Point University are the only four schools in North Carolina … Continue reading Club Football Discusses Upcoming Season and Future Goals
Spartan Soccer Falls 1-0 to Presbyterian
Chelsea McBay Staff Writer Spartan soccer took on Presbyterian last Saturday at the UNCG Soccer Stadium. The team ended up falling to the Blue Hose 1-0 in what was a hard-fought effort. Despite the many opportunities they had, the men ultimately couldn’t capitalize on them. The team is currently 0-4-1 on the season. Their 3 other losses came against High Point University, Coastal Carolina University … Continue reading Spartan Soccer Falls 1-0 to Presbyterian
NBA 2K Memories
Sports Staff Daniel : Not really a fond memory or memories, but in the span of a week, I had some of the most painful losses one could have in NBA 2K. First, going against my eldest brother as the Chicago Bulls, he won on a fade away three point buzzer beater as Chauncey Billups. Then, later in that week, against my other brother, we … Continue reading NBA 2K Memories
The Big Business of eSports
Tripp Hurd Staff Writer In the back corner of the cafeteria at Four Seasons Mall, there used to be an arcade. Back in the ‘90s, every Saturday at lunchtime it was packed with kids waiting to play Mortal Kombat. The world is changing, and so is gaming. And today, we now have eSports, and it is very serious business. Electronic Sports have grown from local … Continue reading The Big Business of eSports
UNCG students embrace the start of the NFL season
Andrew Salmon Staff Writer After a long and boring offseason, the 2017 NFL season finally begins this weekend. The first game of the year, between the Kansas City Chiefs and the defending Super Bowl champions New England Patriots, kicked off on Thursday night. UNCG students, clad in their favorite jerseys and gear, gathered in droves at their favorite bars and restaurants to see the two … Continue reading UNCG students embrace the start of the NFL season
HAPPENING NOW: Irma strengthens to Category 5 hurricane as it hits Florida
The onslaught of winds and storm surge is predicted to bring detriment in Southeast United States. Florida authorities have urged evacuation orders now that Hurricane Irma is here. The biggest concern has become the extent of damage caused by the storm, since Hurricane Irma has now gone back to being a Category 5. Here’s NASA with a comparative report: https://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/2017/irma-atlantic-ocean Continue reading HAPPENING NOW: Irma strengthens to Category 5 hurricane as it hits Florida
BREAKING: White House discusses Hurricane Irma barreling towards Florida
Press Secretary Sarah Sanders is live on PBS News Hour and Periscope. Follow the link to view the White House news briefing on Hurricane Irma as it approaches the Florida coast: https://twitter.com/newshour/status/906215690268442630 Continue reading BREAKING: White House discusses Hurricane Irma barreling towards Florida
Wes Fest Returns to Geeksboro
Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor This September will be a quirky one if you allow it. The semi-annual Wes Fest, a movie festival playing films directed by none other than the eclectic Wes Anderson, returns to Geeksboro, the coffee and beverage company located on Lawndale Drive. Director Wes Anderson could be considered one of the most distinguishable directors of the 21st century, with his … Continue reading Wes Fest Returns to Geeksboro
