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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

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Cicada Books hosts true crime author to explore dark side of medicine

Kaitlyn Fleming, Opinions & Culture Editor October 1, 2024

Coming to an area heavily impacted by the opioid crisis is an opportunity to not only share knowledge, but to hear the stories of the locals, one debut-author and investigative journalist said. Philip...

The "Eye Guy" is the mascot for Funktafest.

Grub and Groove highlights upcoming music festival

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 1, 2024

Promoting music festival Funktavest 8 on Oct. 12 at the Ritter Park Amphitheater, the Campus Activities Board hosted acts Funkle Sam and HellNaw alongside self-serve walking tacos on Sept. 12. Nevaeh...

Attendants from left to right: Waylon Smith, Jaxon Smith, Haley Prather, Rimsha Kingson, Bethany Jarrell, Kylie Fisher, Skylar Elliott and Dylan Ellison.

Homecoming court plans to aid NC in hurricane relief

Abigail Cutlip, Social Media Manager September 30, 2024

2024 Marshall University Homecoming Royalty has agreed to alter the philanthropy aspect of their campaigns in support of Appalachian State University following the destruction that Hurricane Helene has...

The studio is located on 11th Street in Huntington.

Huntington Hotspots: BDY Studios

Maggie Gibbs, Staff Reporter September 29, 2024

BDY Studios, a fitness hub in Huntington, West Virginia, offers a blend of fitness, wellness and connection. Founded initially as Brown Dog Yoga in 2013, BDY is best known for its yoga roots but has...

The gubernatorial election is on Nov. 5.

Gubernatorial candidates differ on legalizing marijuana

Caden Adkins, Student Reporter September 27, 2024

Huntington Mayor Steve Williams criticized Republican governor candidate Patrick Morrisey on his refusal to legalize recreational marijuana for adults in a press release sent out Sept. 19.  Williams...

NASA offers student opportunities for West Virginians

Ella Bumgardner, Staff Reporter September 26, 2024

New opportunities have been presented for students across West Virginia thanks to the NASA WV Space Grant Consortium.  Earlier this month, the organization announced the opportunity for students to...

The Hal Greer Blvd. construction runs from Third Avenue to Washington Blvd.

Hal Greer Blvd. causes issues for commuters

Baylee Parsons, News Editor September 22, 2024

The clock hits 5 p.m. It’s been a long day at Marshall University, and you are more than ready to go home. But when you get in your car, you don’t go home – you sit in traffic. And it’s not...

Rotary Park in Huntington now has a WV tourism swing on it's grounds.

Student opportunities for National Wilderness Month

Ella Bumgardner, Staff Reporter September 21, 2024

In honor of the 60th anniversary of the Wilderness Act, the National Park Service urges everyone to celebrate National Wilderness Month throughout September.  During National Wilderness Month, Marshall...

7 Brew employees served coffee outside of the Rec on Tuesday.

Free brews spread the news

Ella Bumgardner, Staff Reporter September 18, 2024

Free coffee to students on campus was the way 7 Brew celebrated the opening of their new location Tuesday, Sept. 17.  The coffee shop set up a station just outside of the Marshall Recreation Center...

Bullet casings were found in the driveway of one of the 1400 block houses on Sept. 16. It’s unclear when the casings first appeared.

Bullet casings found on frat row

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter September 18, 2024

Shell casings are in a parking lot on Fifth Avenue two weeks after police responded to reports of shots fired in the area. Students on campus were alerted by MUAlert on Sept. 1 of shots fired near the...

Erik Cochrane

SGA transitions to new marketing chair amid skepticism

Caden Adkins and Sarah Davis September 18, 2024

A change in SGA leadership two weeks ago concerning social media control caused confusion and prompted a discussion of the bylaws among members and spectators. The marketing chair was named as Brenda...

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris participate during an ABC News presidential debate at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Harris and Trump discuss abortion, immigration and more in debate

Caden Adkins, Student Reporter September 17, 2024

Heated blows were exchanged between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald J. Trump in a moderated debate at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. The debate ran for...

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