By now, just about everyone has seen the new proposed state logo for the state of Tennessee and it is almost unanimously hated. The logo, itself, is very simple: just the state abbreviation in a red box, with white and blue lines underneath. The popular criticism for the logo is that a child could probably make… Continue reading Column: New state logo draws controversy… with good reason
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Martin woman arrested in connection with domestic violence report
The Martin Police Department arrested a woman Saturday in relation to reports of domestic violence. Kimberly Adcock, 48, was taken into custody after police were dispatched to an address on Lester Lane. Patrol officer Drew Vernon said in the police report that Adcock was outside when he arrived on the scene and attempted to blame the… Continue reading Martin woman arrested in connection with domestic violence report
Aca-mazing!: Pitch Perfect 2
The Bardon Bellas are back in the sequel that brought the art of a capella into mainstream media. The sequel follows the group after an incident happens during a performance at the Lincoln Center for the President. It results in the suspension of the group in the national circuit but they find a way to… Continue reading Aca-mazing!: Pitch Perfect 2
The top five outrageous of Met Gala 2015
May 4th was not only the day of the Force, but was also the day’s most important night of fashion. The Met Gala was held in New York City, where celebrities celebrated under Anna Wintour, Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Magazine. Through the night, photographers caught some of the “loudest” looks of the night with the gala’s… Continue reading The top five outrageous of Met Gala 2015
Avengers assemble in ‘Age of Ultron’
Movie-goers have assembled, as Earth’s mightiest heroes are back for their second team effort in Avengers: Age of Ultron. The follow-up film has already earned $187.7 million in its opening weekend at the box office, making it the second-largest box office tally for an opening weekend, next to the first Avengers film, which made $207.4 million in… Continue reading Avengers assemble in ‘Age of Ultron’
Earthquake strikes Nepal, leaves thousands dead
The world shook on Saturday, April 25, as a massive earthquake struck the country of Nepal. It is the worst earthquake to hit the country in over 80 years. Nepal is located on the Indo-Australian plate that pushed beneath the Eurasian plate. The collision of the plates is what caused tension and then ultimately caused the… Continue reading Earthquake strikes Nepal, leaves thousands dead
Results of the 2015 SGA elections
UTM’s Student Government Association held its 2015 elections on April 7, 2015. In order for elections to be held, the elections commissioner must out an elections packet to the student body. Each student can either run as part of a party or as an individual. They must then acquire 25 to 50 signatures from students,… Continue reading Results of the 2015 SGA elections
Dance Ensemble presents ‘Language of the Soul’
The UTM Visual and Theatre Arts Department held their spring Dance Ensemble’s “Language of The Soul” concert from April 9-10. Numerous students of various majors participated in the event and Sarah McCormick, assistant professor of Dance and director of Dance Ensemble, coordinated the event. Dance routines ranged from hip hop, jazz, contemporary styles and modern ballet. With… Continue reading Dance Ensemble presents ‘Language of the Soul’
Charitable giving: Where is donation money going?
There are currently over one million charities and foundations in the world, but with everyone asking for donations, it is hard to determine who transparently gives to the needy, and who is out to get their own dollar. College students participate in philanthropy and on-campus donations on a weekly basis in order to better themselves… Continue reading Charitable giving: Where is donation money going?
Painting the town blue to raise autism awareness
April is national autism awareness month, and the world is showing support by ‘lighting up’ blue. Autism awareness month represents autism awareness, acceptance and an opportunity to draw attention to all of the people facing Autism. Through this special month, autism is discussed through presidential and congressional declarations, online and local events and activities through… Continue reading Painting the town blue to raise autism awareness