Apps for domestic abuse victims
April 28, 2019
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Aspire News This app shows headlines for stories going on around the world, for sports and entertainment news. But if you go to the help section of the app it has resources for victims of domestic violence. In the help section, the app provides articles on determining whether you are in an abusive r...
‘Avengers: Endgame,’ perfect conclusion
Kaitlin Maness, [email protected]
April 28, 2019
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On April 26, Marvel fans lined up at theaters across the world to see one of the most anticipated movies of 2019, “Avengers: Endgame.” At Cinemark in West Monroe, the line began inside but continued to grow until it was outside as well. Nearly every person waiting in line was wearing Marvel merc...
3 affordable vacation destinations
April 28, 2019
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After a stressful semester, most college students want to enjoy a summer vacation but many can’t because of expenses. However, there are several ways to plan a trip without spending an excessive amount of money. Everyone loves a vacation but a cheaper vacation is even better. Camping trip: Light u...
Hip hop class encourages dance course registration
John Radcliffe, [email protected]
April 28, 2019
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Motownphilly by Boyz II Men played throughout Brown Annex Studios as students followed DéAntonia Jackson’s ‘90s hip hop choreography the best they could. Beads of sweat dripped down participants’ foreheads while smiles spread across their faces. “If it is any genre of music that our generat...
Astro Motel shines at concert series
Raven Adcox, [email protected]
April 28, 2019
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Astro Motel is a group of guys whose passion for music transcends boundaries, and they bring together all types of people for one reason—a great show. Astro Motel, which formed in 2014, describes their music as “trash boogie,” a mix of rockabilly, the blues and psychedelic with a little s...
Donkey Basketball: Dunkin’ with donkeys
Ashlyn Dupree, dupreeaf[email protected]
April 14, 2019
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People playing basketball while riding donkeys is something anyone would want to see, especially if you are a seven-year-old girl. The only thing that would add to a seven-year-old’s dream would be to ride one of the donkeys too. At Delta Sigma Phi’s Donkey Basketball tournament, that is just what...
Spring Fever week meets muddy end
Miles Jordan, [email protected]
April 14, 2019
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Spring Fever opens with events on campus like a deluxe swing ride, but the closer to the end of every Spring Fever is Oozeball. Oozeball is an annual tradition put on by 31 Ambassadors that has been around for decades. It is simply a tournament of volleyball games played deep in mud. It’s a workout,...
Jay Pharaoh fills coliseum with laughter
John Radcliffe, [email protected]
April 14, 2019
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“I feel like a deadbeat dad. I haven’t seen my degree in years, and I’m still counting the days until I don’t have to pay for it anymore,” said AJ Foster, Jay Pharaoh’s opening act. Being that it was his first time performing in Louisiana, Foster said he was excited to open for Pharaoh....
Stone crowned Mr. ULM 2019
Ethan Dennis, [email protected]
April 14, 2019
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Although heavily involved on campus, Blake Stone said he was extremely hesitant to participate in the Mr. ULM pageant, but “because of the great support I have from my friends and my [cheer] coach, I decided to turn in my application at the very last minute.” This decision paid off as the freshman...
Festival encourages language studies
Kaitlin Maness, [email protected]
April 7, 2019
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The stairs leading to the Hangar were decorated by pennant banners with pirates printed on them followed by a sea of ULM students and high schoolers wearing bright blue shirts. The scene was fitting for this year’s Festival of World Languages theme, “Learn a language. Find a treasure.” ULM...
‘Pet Sematary’ fails expectations
Ashlyn Dupree, [email protected]
April 7, 2019
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“Hide yo kids, hide yo wife and hide yo husband,” because “Pet Sematary” will make you want to leave your pets behind. The remake of Stephen King’s best-selling book and 1989 movie, “Pet Sematary,” will have you feeling all sorts of ways. You’ll laugh, cry and leave the movie theater...
4 terrifying true-crime documentaries
April 7, 2019
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Abducted in Plain Sight In 1974, the Broberg family is shaken to the core when 12-year-old Jan Broberg is kidnapped by neighbor and close family friend, Robert Berchtold. The show is watched by almost any true-crime addicts with Netflix accounts. The popular documentary includes information abou...
