In a college town, one can expect to find a wide variety of musical tastes. Whether it’s rap/hip-hop, country, rock, or blues (to name a few), students bring a lot of interests to the table. While some enjoy just listening to these interests through their headphones or their speakers, there are others who enjoy a… Continue reading Live music venues in Martin
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New ‘Daily Show’ host faces criticism
While Jon Stewart prepares to end his tenure at the helm of Comedy Central’s Daily Show, his soon-to-be heir does not seem to be off to a great start. Trevor Noah, a 31-year-old comedian from South Africa, has made several appearances on the show and seemed to be a strong choice as a fresh face… Continue reading New ‘Daily Show’ host faces criticism
Local church adds new renovations
The Church of Christ Student Center will be hosting an open house on April 26 for those who want to see the renovations that have been accomplished in the past year. Local churches that have sponsored the work that is being done at the student center have donated the money for these renovations. The student center… Continue reading Local church adds new renovations
Movie review: Get Hard
First and foremost, this is a movie worth seeing. If you like Will Ferrell or Kevin Hart, you are guaranteed to laugh. Though they play complete opposites, they work very well side-by-side in the movie. Ferrell is a giant beside Hart, playing a lovable but naive millionaire. Kevin Hart portrays a small, feisty character guiding… Continue reading Movie review: Get Hard
Iran makes nuclear deal
A nuclear agreement has been made between Iran and the United States, United Kingdom, Russia, China and France plus Germany, the P5+1. After much deliberation, an agreement has been made leaving Republicans and Democrats skeptical of the decision. The Secretary of State John Kerry established this deal back in November with a deadline of March… Continue reading Iran makes nuclear deal
Movie review: Insurgent
Fast-paced action makes it way to the big screen in the Divergent sequel, Insurgent. Insurgent picks up immediately where its predecessor, Divergent, left us. Tris, played by Shailene Woodley, has pitched a tent with the citizens of Amity faction, a people known for their kindness and love for every living thing. Along with the other surviving… Continue reading Movie review: Insurgent
ZTA Hosts 4th Annual Big Man on Campus
Zeta Tau Alpha hosted their 4th annual Big Man on Campus Tuesday night. Big Man on Campus is hosted every year by the ladies of Zeta as a means of raising money for their philanthropy of breast cancer awareness. This allows gentlemen of campus to display their talents, good looks and charisma all while helping… Continue reading ZTA Hosts 4th Annual Big Man on Campus
An apple a day won’t keep the doctor away
The popular saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” may not be as true as some are led to believe. According to Alice Litchtenstein, Professor of Nutrition Science at Tufts University, “Dating all the way back to Wales in the 1800s, apples were one of the few fruits that were available throughout the… Continue reading An apple a day won’t keep the doctor away
Country turns blue with Autism awareness
The month of April has been established as Autism Awareness Month and will see many individuals, groups, and businesses “going blue” in support of the campaign. Autism Speaks, the world’s largest advocacy group for autism, has had April 2 set aside by the United Nations as the World Autism Awareness Day. As such, it is encouraging… Continue reading Country turns blue with Autism awareness
Trombone student performs spectacular senior recital
Blankenship Recital Hall in the Fine Arts building was filled with a stellar soundtrack on Sunday, March 29. Crissy Miller, a senior music education major from Jackson, Tennessee, gave an amazing performance for her senior recital. Miller performed six pieces for trombone that varied drastically in style and genre. Her command of the instrument and… Continue reading Trombone student performs spectacular senior recital