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The Glory Days: Women’s clubs replicate old acts

February 10, 2019 by Lauren Franco

Alpha Kai Omega, genies – Kaios Make Your Wish Come True – replicating Delta Theta's 1989 act. Director: Samantha Jeffries, senior nursing major from North Richland Hills "At first we were juggling several ideas, we had so many options and didn't really have a strong direction until we looked at genies from the 1998 Delta Theta act," ... [Read More…]

Unique Journey: Maxwell’s path from homeschool to college athlete

February 10, 2019 by Owen Simpson

Redshirt junior guard B.J. Maxwell, like many college athletes, fought hard to become as talented as he is today. "I started playing organized basketball in fourth grade," Maxwell said. "I've always been around the game of basketball whether I was with my cousins or brother." However, for a portion of Maxwell's life, he took a path that most ... [Read More…]

Professor, Dr Pepper ambassador brings brand to campus

February 4, 2019 by Dillon Daniel

Texas is a state with many staples connected to it: HEB, Buc-ee’s, Dell and Whataburger, to name a few. However, according to the Texas Standard website, Dr Pepper takes the cake ranks as the second most iconic Texas brand. Kelly Mann, instructor of interior design, is an on-campus ambassador for the brand, often representing it with her ... [Read More…]

Triple J, Triple Threat: Jaylen, Jaren and Jalone provide experience as upperclassmen leaders

January 31, 2019 by Max Preston

If you’re familiar with men’s basketball, you most likely know the three J’s of the Wildcats. Jaylen, Jaren and Jalone. Seniors Jaylen Franklin and Jaren Lewis and redshirt junior Jalone Friday have been starters of the men’s basketball team since their second year on campus. They now find themselves as experienced leaders of a squad with six ... [Read More…]

Dietitian focuses on healthy improvements in the Bean

January 29, 2019 by Dillon Daniel

The Bean has been subject to mixed reviews from students across campus. From nutrition to quality and variety of food, students on meal plans find things to praise as well as condemn. Lindsay Arthur, dietitian specialist for Chartwells, is working to maintain all-around positive feedback for the campus cafeteria. Originally from Plano, Arthur ... [Read More…]

Building Abilene: Betty&June brings refreshing atmosphere downtown

January 29, 2019 by Lauren Franco

As customers walk into her store to shop for trendy clothes and accessories, they are greeted by the calming smell of her "prunus" candle and a welcoming hello. Jessica Jackson opened her dream store, Betty&June, seven years ago after seeing the need for a new atmosphere downtown. GETTING TO ABILENE Though she lived in Raleigh, North ... [Read More…]

Football Mastermind: Anthony named Southland Student-Athlete of the Year

January 23, 2019 by Max Preston

Under the lights of Wildcat Stadium, you will surely hear his name called many times while on offense, but redshirt sophomore quarterback Luke Anthony also has his name included on the Dean's list regularly. He received the honor of Southland Conference Football Student-Athlete of the Year after being voted on by a panel of each school's ... [Read More…]

Professors open local ice cream shop

January 21, 2019 by Bryce Lurkens

Two Professors Ice Cream has captured the hearts of many and the taste buds of even more. Carley Dodd, CEO of Two Profs Ice Cream shop, opened the restaurant recently after he and his son and co-owner bought out the original store originating in Sweetwater previously called Terry’s Ice Cream. Terry Frye, the original owner of Terry’s Ice ... [Read More…]

Breaking the Barriers: Bradford to become first black female paramedic in Abilene

January 17, 2019 by Lauren Franco

"I conquered the self-doubt, and now the sky is the limit." Set to be one of the only black female paramedics in Abilene history, Courtney Bradford will graduate in April, and test for her license in May. Courtney originally attended Prairie View A&M as a pre-medical biology major to become an anesthesiologist, but she became pregnant ... [Read More…]

Cooke remembered for passion and drive to teach

January 17, 2019 by Dillon Daniel

Longtime agriculture and environmental professor Dr. James “Jim” Cooke passed away Jan. 13 in Abilene after a short illness. He was 69 years old. Cooke was not just passionate about his work, but passionate to drive others in their work as well, said family and friends. "His two favorite things were working and playing," said his wife, ... [Read More…]