It happens around this time every year. Toys in every store, a pair of hopalong boots, a toy pistol that shoots blanks and a lit up tree outside of Roberts Chapel. Student Senate hosted the annual Christmas Tree lighting Nov. 27. There was hot chocolate, singing and even the man himself showed up in his … Continue reading
Two weeks ago, Garrett Hepner was sent to the hospital with a broken nose and a lower lip cut. On Monday, the standout linebacker debated if he should go to class or focus on recovery. Tuesday, athletic training worked with him on pain management. Wednesday, he’s cleared for full-pad practice. By Saturday, he records seven … Continue reading
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a synopsis of a recent topic trending in world or national news. With the Nov. 6 midterm elections over, the court system will continue to look at many different voter suppression cases across the United States, the most notorious one being in the state of Georgia. The State Secretary originally … Continue reading
The Ethnic Food Fair was held Nov. 6 on the third floor of Stover. The different kinds of foods ra n ged f ro m R u s s i a n borscht to Chinese dumplings. From beginning to end the room was packed with students, faculty and staff to get a taste of culture … Continue reading
The Waynesburg University wrestling team’s season started last weekend with the Orange/Black wrestle-offs. In the annual inter-squad battle, the black team emerged victorious 19-9. This year the Yellow Jackets are filled with the veteran wrestlers like senior Jake Evans, the returning Division III National Champion at 285-pounds, junior 197-pounder Ken Burrs, who also competed in … Continue reading
The Lion’s Club annual Halloween parade has been a Waynesburg tradition for years. Some parents who saw their children walk in the parade are now seeing their grandchildren do the same. Bill Harding, 68, has lived in Greene County his entire life, with the last 40 years spent in the Waynesburg area. Harding has also … Continue reading
The first thing Matt Stokan, director of financial aid, wants students to know is that the financial aid office is there to help students. Oct. 1 was the sign up day for financial aid for the 2019-20 school year. “We are here to help students and you would be surprised with the amount of students … Continue reading
Judge Brett Kavanaugh was confirmed as the 114th U.S. Supreme Court justice after several weeks of debate over a sexual assault claim from more than 30 years ago. The claim came from Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, who accused Kavanaugh of sexually assaulting her during a high school party. Dr. Richard Waddel, professor of political science, … Continue reading
Aubree Brown always knew she was going to struggle with injuries. But she never knew she would never play a competitive match again after her sophomore year at Waynesburg university. After going 3-7 in singles and 2-9 in doubles, Brown suffered from a career ending shoulder issue. What was once a promising career in the … Continue reading
The Fort Jackson Hotel legend says it has been around since the Civil War. Although the hotel actually dates back to 1926, Civil War history is prevalent in Waynesburg. So when it came to fixing some problems in the Fort Jackson Hotel, precautions had to be taken to preserve the historic building. Late in 2016 … Continue reading
