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Trump Claims the White House

Contributed Photo Donald Trump has become the 45th president. Trump won by securing more than 270 electoral votes needed to win against his opponent Hillary Clinton. Election night was neck and neck for both candidates. Most states had results for Trump and Clinton between 45-49...

NFL Players Use Anthem as Protest Tool

Amid the growing distrust between law enforcement and the African American community, athletes have found a controversial method to voice their displeasure against what they feel is unfair practices by the police—protesting the National Anthem. NFL player Colin Kaepernick started the movement when he was spotted on the sideline,...

News Briefs – 9/1/2016

Gov. McCrory Announces Tuitions Reduction at UNCP During Governor Patrick McCrory’s visit to UNC-Pembroke he announced that he would lower tuition at UNC-Pembroke, Western Carolina University, and Elizabeth City Sate University to $500 per semester. For out-of-state students the tuition will drop to $2,500. This will begin...

The Impact of HB2 on Campus

Margaret Spellings was recently named the UNC Systems President before the House Bill Two was put into order. (Contributed Photo) On February 22nd in Charlotte, N.C., an ordinance was passed that would expand North Carolina’s anti-discrimination laws for LGBT people would have protection in places of...

Leach, Thomas Speak at Entrepreneurship Summit

Thomas Davis speaks at the Entrepreneurship Summit on April 7 (Photo by Tia Hadnott) The Entrepreneurship Summit was held at the Givens Performing Arts Center on April 7. The summit hosted some of Robeson County’s brightest high schools including St. Paul’s High School, Red Springs...

15 Ways to Prevent the Freshman 15

Everyone has heard of or gained the freshman 15. If you haven't the "Freshman 15" is 15 lbs most college students gain. College students gain this weight due to a new life schedule, new food, and new way of life. Here are some ways to get rid of or...