Kashif Stone    Staff Writer Harper Lee, author of Pulitzer Prize winning book “To Kill a Mockingbird,” died at the age of 89 in her Alabama residence. Lee’s book became one of the most beloved, widely-read, and best-selling novels of the 20th century. Born in Monroeville, Alabama, Lee was the youngest of four siblings. She developed an interest in English literature while attending Monroe County … Continue reading “To Kill a Mockingbird” author Harper Lee dead at 89

Kashif Stone   Staff Writer        From Kendrick Lamar’s powerful theatrical performance highlighting America’s incarceration problem, to Taylor Swift’s shady response towards Kanye West ‘s explicit lyrics in his new song “Famous,” the 58th Grammy Awards did not disappoint to say the least. The biggest artists in the industry filled the Staples Center on Sunday, Feb. 15 to celebrate music. Though the show … Continue reading Hot and Not Moments of the 2016 Grammy Awards

Kashif Stone   Staff Writer UNCG’s Theatre Department will present the 16th annual showcase of its production “Winter Briefs” this month. The roster of playwrights this year includes four undergraduate students, three graduate students and one alumnus. Directed by juniors David Anderson and Ezra Brain, this year’s production is being co-produced with Alpha Psi Omega, the UNCG theatre fraternity. Over the years, “Winter Briefs” has … Continue reading “Winter briefs”