R, 2HR. Hector and the Search for Happiness takes its audience on a journey that is both heartwarming and thought provoking. We follow Hector, a perfectly normal in every way psychologist played by Simon Pegg (Shaun of the Dead, Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation) on his spontaneous journey to find what it means to be truly happy. He travels to ... [Read More…]
Larry’s boasts better burgers for 49 years
On the bleak stretch of road known as Treadaway Boulevard lies a true Abilene gem, Larry's Better Burgers. The drive-in sits at 1233 N Treadaway Blvd. and has been in business since 1967. The outside, although a bit tattered, only adds to business' reputation of being a long-standing Abilene icon. The business's exterior maintains a touch of ... [Read More…]
Things to do: DRI Pumpkin Patch
The Disability Resources Incorporated Pumpkin Patch is a must for every Abilenian to visit during the fall. The pumpkin patch is on the lawn of DRI's campus, which is located at 3602 N Clack St. DRI is a non-profit organization that provides care for adults with developmental disabilities. The organization's mission is, "to provide exceptional ... [Read More…]
Recent grad designs T-shirts for campus store
Recent graduate Bailey Sorensen has left her mark on ACU through her T-shirt designs that are now being sold in the Campus Store. Sorensen is a Colorado native who graduated in May, but soon after graduation her name was recommended to Chellee Ross, the merchandise manager for the Campus Store, to produce new T-shirt designs to add to the ... [Read More…]
It’s a jolly Homecoming with Mary
ACU Theatre is bringing the beloved Disney film and book Mary Poppins to the stage for this year's Homecoming Musical. The musical is based on the Disney film of the same name, as well as the book by P.L Travers. Mary Poppins follows the adventures of a mysterious nanny who suddenly appears on the doorstep of the Banks household to care for ... [Read More…]
Sing Song 2016 hosts and hostesses chosen
This year's Sing Song hosts and hostesses have been chosen. The hosts and hostesses are: Ryan Woods, Jonathan Steffins, Joshua Alexander, Gabrielle Thompson, Lauren Milam and Sarah Yarbrough. In order to be a Sing Song host or hostess one must have junior level hours, a 2.5 GPA and a good standing with the university. Over the course of a ... [Read More…]
ACU students play back up for the Temptations
Nine ACU students and one alumnus played backup for Motown legends The Temptations in a performance at the Abilene Civic Center on Sept. 27. The Temptations were first formed in 1961 under the name The Elgins, but after signing with Motown Records - a company founded by Berry Gordy Jr. that launched the careers of acts such as The Supremes, Four ... [Read More…]
Must-see bands at Austin City Limits Music Festival 2015
The first weekend of the Austin City Limits music festival begins Friday, Oct. 2, which means you are either skipping class Friday or are leaving as soon as the chapel speaker says, "You're dismissed." Huge mainstream artists like The Weeknd, Foo Fighters and Drake will be gracing the ACL stages, but here's a list of some other musicians that are ... [Read More…]
The Netflix Fix: Beyond the Lights
PG-13, 1 HR., 56 MINS From Gina Prince-Bythewood, director of Love and Basketball, comes Beyond the Lights, the emotional rollercoaster of pop star Noni played by actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw. Noni has been working her entire life to have the life she has now, she wears designer clothes, has a rock star boyfriend and a promising music career, but under ... [Read More…]
The Netflix Fix: Chef
R, 1HR., 55 MINS Jon Favreau who is known for box office hits like Elf and the Iron Man franchise, directs and stars in Chef, a movie that at its heart is about rediscovering one's passion. Favreau appears alongside a star-studded cast that includes Sofia Vergara, John Leguizamo, Robert Downey, Jr., Scarlett Johansson and Dustin Hoffman. After a ... [Read More…]
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