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Co-Owner Taylor Strickland Chambers photographed in front of Austin's at the Market.
Huntington Hotspots: Austin’s Ice Cream – A sweet family legacy
Maggie Gibbs, Copy Editor • February 18, 2025

You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream! For over seven decades,...

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Cabell County Courthouse during the President's Day protest.
Protesters raise objections to Trump administration at Cabell County Courthouse
Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter • February 17, 2025

Protesters gathered Monday, Feb. 17, at the Cabell County Courthouse to...

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Baylee Cornell, photo courtesy of Baylee Cornell.
Marshall University continues to nurture the growth of creatives
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter • February 17, 2025

The lives of students at Marshall University are a hard thing to capture,...

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Zelideth Rivas
After Office Hours: Zelideth Rivas
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter • February 16, 2025

Sometimes in life, it’s best to take a moment and sit down with a cup...

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Patrick Morrisey giving his first State of the State Address. Photo by Will Price,  West Virginia Legislative Photography.
Morrisey gives first State of the State Address
Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter • February 14, 2025

Wednesday, Feb. 12, marked Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s first State of the...

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Harmony House's day shelter is located on 4th avenue in Huntington.
Harmony House seeks new space for a stronger future
Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor • February 14, 2025

Harmony House plans to collaborate alongside the current Huntington administration...

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Thompson said this damaged road was the only available route out of her neighborhood in Salt Rock, West Virginia
Student denied university excused absence because of flooding
Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor • February 12, 2025

Although the flood following the rainfall on Feb. 5 left one Marshall University...

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West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey speaks about executive orders he issued on his first day as governor at a news conference at the State Capitol in Charleston, W.Va. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Leah Willingham)
Key issues to watch in the upcoming legislative session: Budget cuts, DEI, school choice and more
Ashton Pack, Student Reporter • February 11, 2025

Budget cuts, further restrictions on DEI, consolidation of government departments,...

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GALLERY: Women's Basketball vs. Old Dominion University
GALLERY: Women’s Basketball vs. Old Dominion University
Wade Sullivan, Photo Editor • February 13, 2025

Behind a game-high 29 points from senior Aislynn Hayes, the Marshall University...

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Marshall stays in house for new volleyball head coach
Nate Harrah, Sports Editor • February 11, 2025

Heather Stout was named the new Marshall Volleyball head coach, Marshall...

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Brooklyn Ulrich announced 2025 Sun Belt Preseason Player of the Year
Brooklyn Ulrich announced 2025 Sun Belt Preseason Player of the Year
Haven Steele, Student Reporter • February 10, 2025

Marshall Women’s Softball second baseman, Brooklyn Ulrich, has been honored...

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The Dancing Thunder performs at football, volleyball and basketball games.
The Dancing Thunder: Where passion meets performance
Haven Steele, Student Reporter • February 10, 2025

The Marshall University Dance Team, known as the Dancing Thunder, is a...

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The Herd is looking to finish the season strong as February is the final month for Indoor Track & Field
Indoor Track & Field school record broken
Nate Harrah, Sports Editor • February 6, 2025

Another Marshall Indoor Track & Field school record was broken at the...

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GALLERY: Men's Basketball vs. Arkansas State
GALLERY: Men’s Basketball vs. Arkansas State
Wade Sullivan, Photo Editor • February 6, 2025

The Marshall University Men's Basketball team defeated top-ranked Arkansas...

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The last win for Women’s Basketball was a home game also against 
Georgia Southern on Jan. 22
Women’s Basketball scores its first road game win of the season
Nate Harrah, Sports Editor • February 4, 2025

With a season high for forced turnovers, Marshall Women’s Basketball...

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Obinna Anochili-Killen, forward for The Marshall Thundering Herd.
Marshall falls short against Georgia State in hard-fought battle
Haven Steele, Student Reporter • February 3, 2025

In a thrilling matchup at the Cam Henderson Center on Thursday, Jan. 30,...

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Sigma Alpha Epsilon leaders strive for growth, brotherhood and community impact
Tally Mamula, Student Reporter • February 15, 2025

Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity at Marshall University continues to foster...

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Alpha Xi Delta member Mychal Cron serves breakfast at the 2024 Strawberry Breakfast.
Alpha Xi Delta champions philanthropy for foster youth
Tally Mamula, Student Reporter • February 14, 2025

Alpha Xi Delta at Marshall University is making a tangible impact on the...

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81.1% of 53 students polled said they read in their free time.
Marshall students settle in with a good book
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter • February 7, 2025

As February begins to settle in, Marshall students start to settle in with...

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Macy Saunders and Candace Maynard both in the photo. Photo courtesy of Macy Saunders.
Alpha Chi Omega looks to spring recruitment through philanthropic efforts
Tally Mamula, Student Reporter • February 5, 2025

Marshall University’s Student Center became a hub of compassion and community...

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New member of the year, Mika Jones.
Picture courtesy of Mika Jones
Greek leaders recognized for outstanding contributions at Marshall University
Tally Mamula, Student Reporter • February 3, 2025

Members of Marshall University's Greek Life were recognized for their leadership...

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Greek Life training focuses on safety, inclusivity
Tally Mamula, Student Reporter • February 3, 2025

A recent training session at the Brad D. Smith Business Building on Saturday,...

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Life abroad: Students share their study abroad experiences
Ashton Pack, Student Reporter • February 1, 2025

Studying abroad offers a unique and life-changing experience for many of...

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The members of PROS explore local parks as a club activity.
Parks and Rec Organization aims for growth in numbers
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter • January 31, 2025

As the spring semester at Marshall University brings in new life, new roots...

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