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Spiritually Sound: Folk artists inspire universal connectivity through music

October 29, 2010 by Lizzy Spano

It's Celtic tales and Viking battle songs. It's banjo strumming tunes and deep hums and hallelujahs, stories sung around a fire or on the side of a street. It's a search to find meaning in life. It protests wars, it pleads for love. It's a pub swelling with euphoric emotion and quick guitar picking to a feverish crowd. It's all a bit difficult to ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Arts & Culture

Understanding David Leeson: ACU alumnus shows work at local gallery

September 10, 2010 by Lizzy Spano

Understanding David Leeson's photography means understanding his entire philosophy on life. For Leeson, an ACU alumnus and photojournalist of more than 30 years, it's not about his photographs - although they are vivid, emotional and unforgettable. It's not about skill or impressing others - although his 2004 Pulitzer Prize award for ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Showcase

Lighthearted tips keep Internet fun

April 21, 2010 by Lizzy Spano

It began with a link titled "How to tell if he's your soulmate." From there it was, "8 Dating Mistakes Women Make," and then "25 Things to Keep Him Happy." Since the day I made Yahoo my homepage, I've been bombarded with these "helpful" articles: some of them announcing the top 10 unhealthiest drinks in America, others providing statistics about ... [Read More…]

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‘You can be a big pig, too’

April 16, 2010 by Lizzy Spano

Picture The Andy Griffith Show. Picture Cheers. Picture everything you find wholesome and quaint and charming. Picture a faded sign with a vintage porky portrait and a parking lot packed with cars beneath. If your heart isn't already warmed, it will be as soon as you step inside the Dixie Pig diner at 1403 Butternut St. The Dixie Pig, whose name ... [Read More…]

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Vitamins provide flavorful insight

January 29, 2010 by Lizzy Spano

I have a new obsession involving Gummi bears and vitamins. How might these two substances mix, you ask? In the form of Gummi bear vitamins, of course. I know your mind is blown - mine was too. It's not that I haven't had my fair share of Flintstones vitamins as a kid or any other flavored multivitamins marketed to the undeveloped taste of ... [Read More…]

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World Famous ‘Beam’: Abilene spends evening with Iron and Wine

January 28, 2010 by Lizzy Spano

Hearing Sam Beam (Iron & Wine) sing feels a little like sitting on the back porch of a log cabin on a summer day as dusk falls, with a soft breeze blowing and a sweet thought dancing in and out of your head. And you're probably in love. You also probably just finished a good book, and life feels satisfying and peaceful at that certain ... [Read More…]

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Avatar deserves praise, but lacks depth

January 15, 2010 by Lizzy Spano

It seems filmmaker James Cameron thought we'd had enough of alien invasions on Earth. He decided the rest of the universe had more to offer - especially with the magic of animation on its side. Filmmakers frequently use CGI and 3-D in an attempt to dazzle viewers, but rarely are intense technological efforts and visuals paired with an equally ... [Read More…]

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Gies exemplifies humility, bravery

January 15, 2010 by Lizzy Spano

Everyone knows the name Anne Frank. Most recognize or have read the diary she wrote in hiding during World War II. However, the name Miep Gies may not be quite as familiar. The brave and equally humble woman who hid Anne Frank in her home and later published her journal died in a nursing home Monday night as a result of a fall last month; she was ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columns

Parade presses on despite chilly weather

December 4, 2009 by Lizzy Spano

Local businesses and groups paraded down Cypress and Pine streets Tuesday, despite rain and a 30 degree wind chill, as part of KTXS' 21st annual Christmas Lights Parade. The temperature may have been ideal for Santa, who appears in the parade every year, but the cold, rainy weather caused numerous groups to drop their floats from the procession. ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News

Applicant surge prompts deadline revisions

November 20, 2009 by Lizzy Spano

ACU is lighting up its "no vacancy" sign as the number of prospective students increases and the university becomes more selective in the admissions process. Prospective students now face fixed application deadlines and higher expectations for admission as a result. This year, students must complete applications by Nov. 1 or Feb. 15 - a change ... [Read More…]

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Sing Song 2025 Awards Women’s Division:

Vocals:
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Sing Song 2025 Awards Class Division:

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