You can use it for an upset stomach, a headache or a sore throat. It has the potential to alleviate cold, flu, allergies and almost any other unnameable illness. It can wake you up as effectively as it can put you to sleep, or satisfy hunger without any caloric intake. It can prevent a variety of diseases and health problems from heart disease to ... [Read More…]
Fans flock to ticket booth for Iron and Wine
For those indie folk fans who weren't waiting to purchase tickets at the Paramount Theatre on Monday, there is still time to secure a seat for the Jan. 23 Iron and Wine concert. Nationally renowned singer and songwriter Samuel Beam, better known as Iron and Wine, will perform as part of the Live at the Paramount series, to the delight of many ... [Read More…]
Future focus ruins present
We are always waiting for the next big thing to happen. Whether it is a subconscious thought process or a recognized feeling, it seems almost everyone believes his life is on the verge of something. Some are looking for a new and better job; others are about to graduate and enter into adulthood. Still others are hoping to finally stumble upon true ... [Read More…]
Minding the Gap: spend a day in the Buffalo Gap Historic Village
If you find yourself with a free afternoon one of these days-which all college students know is an uncommon occurrence-take advantage of it by planning a trip to Buffalo Gap, (and no, not the road). The Buffalo Gap Historic Village, most recognized for the famous Perini Ranch Steakhouse, is becoming a popular area for Abilene college students to ... [Read More…]
Generation embraces texting mentality
"Sure!" Translation: "No problem!" Or, "Of course!" "Sure-" Translation: "I'll do it, but I'm not looking forward to it." Or, "Yeah, right, I know that's not what you really mean." "Sure." Translation: "Yes, I'll do it - but I don't want to." Or, "Yes, it's OK, but really I'm angry and upset." Admit it. You're familiar with texting lingo. Almost ... [Read More…]
Honors Chapel to acknowledge Fall graduates
Graduating Honors students will be recognized for their accomplishments in the Honors Program at an awards Chapel on Tuesday. Students and faculty will meet in the Chapel on the Hill during the regularly scheduled Chapel time for the presentation to December graduates. Stephanie Smith, adviser for the Honors Program, said the Chapel event is ... [Read More…]
Concert to spotlight jazz pioneer
Jeff Coffin, touring saxophonist for the Dave Matthews Band, will visit ACU to conduct a jazz clinic and perform with the student Jazz Ensemble in a free fall jazz concert in Cullen Auditorium on Monday and Tuesday. Coffin is a three-time Grammy award winning musician and composer and has embarked on a variety of musical endeavors. Most ... [Read More…]
Performance to benefit villagers without water
Wishing Well and Eternal Threads are raising money for water during a benefit concert featuring the Revolution orchestra and Nashville's Randall Goodgame on Friday. All proceeds from the event, which will take place in the Hunter Welcome Center ballroom, will be used to dig a well for nomadic Afghan women who are suffering from a lack of clean ... [Read More…]
Spooky show sparks demonic debate
After watching an episode of the cheesy TV show Ghost Adventures with a group of friends last weekend, I drove home late at night to a dark, quiet house. I tiptoed to my room as my housemates slept, and I climbed under the safety of my covers, with scenes from the ghost-hunting show still running through my mind. I'm usually skeptical when it ... [Read More…]
Roller-derby film a heartwarming first effort
If you describe a movie with the words Ellen Page, roller-derby racing and Drew Barrymore, everyone will automatically think, "Chick flick." Don't be too quick to judge. Drew Barrymore's directorial debut, Whip It, is a heartwarming success that surpasses girly and touches on young adulthood dreams and romance. Released this week, Whip It is an ... [Read More…]