Arizona’s bill to postpone the release of names of officers involved in serious or deadly shootings was vetoed Monday. Senate Bill 1445 would not allow officers’ names to be released for 60 days to protect officers and their families. The bill was derived from the recent shooting of two black males by white officers in Ferguson,… Continue reading Arizona introduces bill to protect officers involved in shootings
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Indiana and Arkansas Religious Freedom Bills Passed
Indiana and Arkansas passed modified “religious freedom” laws on April 2 after facing controversy. According to the Indianapolis Star, the amended Indiana bill does not authorize the refusal of service, goods, or employment based on sexual orientation, gender identity, race or religion. The Indiana bill specifically says that providers, meaning businesses and employers, cannot refuse service on… Continue reading Indiana and Arkansas Religious Freedom Bills Passed
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
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
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
UTM students oppose live bulls in local saloon
A relatively new addition to the Martin night life, Slide and Ride Saloon, made local headlines on St. Patrick’s Day as it took the City of Martin to court fighting a recent denial for the venue to host live bull riding. Though many elements must be taken into account for this particular debate, UTM students… Continue reading UTM students oppose live bulls in local saloon
Renewables part of long-term plan
The Tennessee Valley Authority, or TVA, has released its integrated resource plan for the next 20 years. The Associated Press said the plan, a “roadmap” of how the TVA will respond in good or bad economic times or during periods of stricter environmental regulation, offered that “no matter the scenario, TVA officials see the agency… Continue reading Renewables part of long-term plan
College students find new way to fight fires
Two senior engineering students from George Mason University have developed a new fire extinguisher that uses sound waves to put out flames. Viet Tran and Seth Robertson started a senior project to demonstrate what they learned and how they uncovered a new way to fight fires. Tran and Robertson want to start small, like mounting a… Continue reading College students find new way to fight fires