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Trump’s two scoops of ice cream 

Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer   Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.   During President Trump’s first term in office, it seemed to … Continue reading Trump’s two scoops of ice cream 

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Abuzuaiter Elected Mayor; Roth Named Mayor Pro Tempore on Historic Majority-Black Council 

Nora Webb, Publishing Editor  Greensboro voters have elected Marikay Abuzuaiter as mayor, along with Denise Roth, Hugh Holston, and Irving D. Allen as at-large council members, and Adam Marshall as the new District 4 representative.  The results bring both continuity and change to City Council as Greensboro enters its next term. This year’s election also marks a milestone: six Black council members were elected—the most in city history—creating Greensboro’s first majority-Black … Continue reading Abuzuaiter Elected Mayor; Roth Named Mayor Pro Tempore on Historic Majority-Black Council 

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Letters from the Editors

A New Chapter for Greensboro 

 Nora Webb, Publishing Editor  Greensboro made history this month. For the first time, the city has elected a majority-Black City Council, with six Black members serving together: the most in Greensboro’s history. It’s a milestone that signals how power might be used through collaboration, fresh perspectives, and a renewed commitment to inclusion.  This council reflects a city in transition — younger, more diverse, and grounded in community work that predates elected office. Many of … Continue reading A New Chapter for Greensboro 

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“Everybody look what’s going down”: The Pentagon’s new press policy and why you should care

Carole-Anne Morris, Editor-in-Chief   I love that old Buffalo Springfield song. You know the one: “I think it’s time we stop/ Children, what’s that sound?/ Everybody look what’s going down.” One of the best protest anthems ever penned. It’s a gentle, almost tender admonition of apathy that stirs me every time I hear it.   Most people, including myself until the writing of this article, assume “For What It’s Worth” is a response … Continue reading “Everybody look what’s going down”: The Pentagon’s new press policy and why you should care

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Greensboro’s “Downtown in a Decade” Plan 

Kaylee Roberts, Staff Writer  Greensboro’s “Downtown in a Decade” plan, also known as Thrive35 and GSO35, will soon be put into motion. Specific targets, aggressive timelines, and behind-the-scenes efforts aim to turn long-standing hopes for a livelier city center into significant results. According to Amber Lake, a reporter for WFMY, what community leaders call a ten-year strategic vision aims to remake the heart of the … Continue reading Greensboro’s “Downtown in a Decade” Plan 

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Major Renovations Happening at UNC Greensboro’s Jackson Library  

Karis Hudgins, Social Media Manager/Associate Editor and Jordan Nolte, Staff Writer  The Walter Clinton Jackson Library on the campus of UNC Greensboro is currently undergoing a significant transformation, with major improvements on the way. The project marks one of the campus’s largest construction renovations in recent years and will improve the library’s accessibility and atmosphere for all visitors. Although many current students will not see … Continue reading Major Renovations Happening at UNC Greensboro’s Jackson Library  

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Peeler-Hampton Visual and Performing Arts Elementary 

Kaylee Roberts, Staff Writer  (Image from https://vpa.gcsnc.com/) In August 2025, Peeler-Hampton Visual and Performing Arts Elementary School officially opened its doors with Dr. Shannon Peeples as founding principal. According to the school’s website, Peeler-Hampton VPA encourages K–5 students to learn creatively and have many unique features that enable students to build a deep connection to the arts. Significantly, the new school also arose from the … Continue reading Peeler-Hampton Visual and Performing Arts Elementary 

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Student Marketplace Today!

The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization (CEO Club) will be hosting their semesterly Student Marketplace today from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on College Avenue. Today’s event will be the CEO Club’s fifth Marketplace, and will feature over 80 vendors, including student entrepreneurs from several other schools. Attendees can expect a wide variety of businesses and creative ventures represented. Make sure to check out the Marketplace and … Continue reading Student Marketplace Today!

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UNC Greensboro Record Enrollment Levels 

Kaylee Roberts, News Writer  This fall, UNC-Greensboro reached its highest enrollment in four years, with over 18,600 students now calling the university home, according to a UNC Greensboro publication on September 5, 2025. The surge reflects strong recruitment, academic programs, and a supportive environment that all continue to attract new and returning Spartans. Despite challenges, UNCG’s administration seems to have made it their goal to … Continue reading UNC Greensboro Record Enrollment Levels 

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This Week at UNC Greensboro 

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor  As spooky season gets into full swing and midterms approach, it can be easy to feel as if the semester is flying by, but there are still a variety of events and activities taking place at UNC Greensboro in the coming week. The Office of Intercultural Engagement has a calendar of events for all Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th to … Continue reading This Week at UNC Greensboro 

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