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Sevendust performs at Freakfest 2013.

Freakfest 2013 was a hit

Brooke Self November 5, 2013

On Oct. 26, Freakfest 2013 was held at the Lonestar Amphitheatre in Lubbock. With a packed full list of bands, this event was the anticipation of many local rock lovers. Gemini Syndrome, For Today,...

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Local News Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Fed shutdown affects student veterans

Brooke Self October 15, 2013

On Oct.1, 2013, the United States government began an official shutdown. A government shutdown is something that many people are not familiar with. According to USA Today, a shutdown happens when “Congress...

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National News Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Flooding in Colorado is affecting many

Brooke Self September 17, 2013

On Sept. 10, many areas of Colorado were issued flash flood warnings. Since that day, the flooding continued in many areas of the state throughout the weekend. The death toll continues to rise and...

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Dr. Rosemary Gray: photo courtesy of the West Texas A&M website.

New diversity and inclusion plan in effect

Brooke Self September 3, 2013

A new position has been added to West Texas A&M’s staff this fall. The position, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, was created with the goal to have someone representing those who may,...

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Local News Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Former student Rhett Price rocks the violin

Brooke Self April 30, 2013

Since he was four years old, Rhett Price knew he would be a violinist. Instead of putting him in piano lessons, like his sister, they bought him a violin so he and his sister wouldn’t argue over...

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Local News Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

SSA dispels myths on Ask an Atheist Day

Brooke Self April 23, 2013

Last Thursday members of WTAMU’s Secular Student Alliance (SSA) gathered in the Jack B. Kelley Student Services Center (JBK) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for Ask an Atheist day to answer questions from...

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Entertainment Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Paramore Breaks New Ground

Brooke Self April 16, 2013

On April 8, Paramore released their fourth studio album. This is the band’s first self-titled album and is easily their most adventurous, experimental and accomplished album thus far. Following a series...

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Local News Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Student Government survey questioned

Brooke Self April 2, 2013

The topic of gun control has been a controversial issue this year. Not only is this topic popping up time and time again on national and statewide levels, the effects of the controversy are now being...

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Entertainment Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

X Fest 2013 Brings Memorable Performances and Restrooms

Brooke Self March 26, 2013

Once again, the Lonestar Ampitheater in Lubbock was overflowing with rock fans on Fri., March 22. This time, they were all waiting to experience performances from some of the biggest bands in mainstream...

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Entertainment Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Religious Groups Excited for Rez Week

Brooke Self March 26, 2013

  Several religious groups on campus are coming together this week to celebrate Resurrection Week in honor of the Easter holiday. The week is filled with events put on by each organization...

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Feature Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Stress bares down on some professors

Brooke Self March 19, 2013

The 2013 spring semester has been full of unexpected events. With an evacuation, a snowstorm and most recently, spring break, students have had some opportunities to enjoy some time outside of the...

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Entertainment Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Review: Hollywood Undead

Brooke Self March 5, 2013

Rock-rappers Hollywood Undead released their latest album, Notes From the Underground, on Jan. 12. This is the third studio released album by Hollywood Undead and the group is beginning to sneak its...

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