Candidate policies clash in last Presidential Debate

Zachary Weaver   News Editor The third and final Presidential Debate was held on Wednesday, October 19 at the University of Nevada’s Thomas and Mack Center, with Candidates Hillary Clinton (D) and Donald Trump (R) debating their plans on economics, immigration, and foreign policy. The debate was moderated by Fox News anchor Chris Wallace, and followed a format of question-answers-open discussion. The evening was characterized … Continue reading Candidate policies clash in last Presidential Debate

Donald Trump rallies in Greensboro, discusses plans and controversies

Zachary Weaver   News Editor Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump held a campaign rally in Greensboro on Friday, October 14, discussing foreign policy, his economic plans, Democratic Candidate Hillary Clinton, and his sexual assault allegations. The rally was held at the White Oaks Amphitheater, the same venue President Obama spoke at on October 11. Trump began by offering condolences for Hurricane Matthew’s destruction in North … Continue reading Donald Trump rallies in Greensboro, discusses plans and controversies

President Obama rallies in Greensboro to support Clinton

Zachary Weaver   News Editor President Barack Obama held a rally in Greensboro in support of Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton, speaking on his support for the former secretary of state, his criticism of Candidate Donald Trump, and the progress made in his terms. The rally was held at Greensboro Coliseum sub-venue White Oaks Amphitheater. “I want to begin by thanking everybody in North Carolina … Continue reading President Obama rallies in Greensboro to support Clinton

Black Lives Matter Greensboro holds read-in protest

Zachary Weaver   News Editor   A Black Lives Matter read-in was in Greensboro on Friday, September 30 to protest the Charlotte police shooting death of Keith Lamont Scott. The read-in too place at Le Baur Park, Elsewhere Art Museum, and other locations downtown. “Keith Lamont Scott was shot #readingwhileblack– a radical form of liberty,” read the event summary on Elsewhere’s Facebook page. “The denial … Continue reading Black Lives Matter Greensboro holds read-in protest

SGA holds first meeting, inducts new senators

Zachary Weaver   News Editor The UNC Greensboro Student Government Association (SGA) held their first meeting of the semester, inducting new elected members and detailing their expectations and responsibilities. SGA Vice President Sajin Chhabra, a Senior Marketing major, introduced and inducted the new senators. “I believe these people are competent in what they’ve done,” Chhabra said, “as they can excel in the future…” The appointments … Continue reading SGA holds first meeting, inducts new senators

Hillary Clinton holds rally at UNCG

  Zachary Weaver News Editor Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton held a rally on UNC Greensboro campus, discussing campaign goals like national security, equal gender pay, affordable health care, and the importance of voting. The rally was held in UNCG’s old rec center, and was Clinton’s first since her collapse at the New York City 9/11 ceremony. Clinton spoke on health care, saying that health … Continue reading Hillary Clinton holds rally at UNCG

Democratic VP Candidate Tim Kaine welcomed and criticized by both sides of the aisle

  Zachary Weaver  Staff Writer   On Friday, July 22 Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton announced Virginia Senator Tim Kaine as her Vice Presidential running mate for the 2016 election. “He is qualified to step into this job and lead on day one,” Clinton said in her speech at the Florida International University announcing Kaine, “and he is a progressive who likes to get things … Continue reading Democratic VP Candidate Tim Kaine welcomed and criticized by both sides of the aisle

Mike Pence holds Winston-Salem rally to support Trump

Zachary Weaver   News Editor Republican Presidential Candidate Mike Pence led a campaign rally at Winston-Salem’s Millennium Center on Tuesday, August 30 to speak on his and Trump’s campaign goals. Pence was introduced by Ted Budd, a Republican Congressional candidate for North Carolina’s 13th district. “I appreciate Ted’s introduction,” Pence began, “but the one I prefer is a little shorter. I’m a Christian, a conservative, … Continue reading Mike Pence holds Winston-Salem rally to support Trump

Rising temperatures highlight UNCG sustainability efforts

  Daniel Bayer   Staff Writer GREENSBORO- There are times when the term “hot” is a good thing: when meals arrive at tables, when an entertainer performs, and when furnaces works in January. But hot is less positive when it comes to global temperatures, which reached a new peak in July, the hottest month in recorded history according to NASA and the National Oceanic and … Continue reading Rising temperatures highlight UNCG sustainability efforts

HB2 receives injunction on UNC campuses from federal judge

  Zachary Weaver   News Editor On Friday, August 26 a federal judge ruled that HB2 could not be enforced on two UNC students and an employee, as a result of an American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)-represented lawsuit. Appointed by then-President George W. Bush in 2008, US Middle District Court Article III Judge Thomas Schroeder’s ruled in favor of a temporary injunction against HB2. The … Continue reading HB2 receives injunction on UNC campuses from federal judge