Parthe-Pet: Mystic

September 17, 2019

Mystic, who turns three on Sept. 21, is spoiled, fancy and sassy. She has a hard time meowing but makes the cutest noises. She loves it when people talk to her and give her attention. Her favorite toys are wadded up balls of paper, strings, bottle caps and bread ties. Mystic loves to play fetch! Interested in...

Movie Review: ‘It: Chapter Two’

Dillon McCarty, Contributor

September 17, 2019

For the most part, “It: Chapter Two” follows the adult members of the Losers Club. As kids, they defeated Pennywise, the shape-shifting clown that resides in Derry, Maine. 30 years later, they have successful lives, and overall, their memories of childhood are cloudy. After it becomes apparent that...

PROGRESSIVE PERSPECTIVE: U.S. ‘locked and loaded’ for Iran war

Douglas Harding, News Editor

September 17, 2019

President Donald Trump, whose successful 2016 campaign revolved around the slogan “America First,” announced via Twitter on Sunday that American military forces are “locked and loaded […] waiting to hear from the Kingdom” specifics regarding when, where and how to initiate war with Iran. Trump’s...

EDITORIAL: Huntington’s progress with opioid epidemic

September 17, 2019

Whether you choose to believe it or not, Huntington is a resilient city. It’s been able to overcome many obstacles and improve the lives of many of its residents. And it’s because of Huntington’s residents that we’ve seen such improvement. The opioid crisis has taken its toll on the Jewel City,...

Movie Review: ‘Angel Has Fallen’

Dillon McCarty, Contributor

September 10, 2019

As I left the theater the other night, I began to think about the connection between humanity and expectations. As a species, expectations are a massive part of our everyday lives. At every turn, we expect something. When reality fails to live up to our expectations, there are few feelings that replicate...

Jena’s Creative Corner: ‘If there’s a well, there’s a way’

Jena Cordle, Contributor

September 10, 2019

EDITOR’S NOTE: This is a work of fiction, written by a contributor to The Parthenon. This does not reflect The Parthenon’s views. Two teenagers, Will and Jess, had a light bulb pop up atop of their heads. They were life-long friends,  who got into way more trouble than they should. “I hav...

Parthe-Pet: Coco

September 10, 2019

Nine-year-old Coco is very much a puppy at heart. She loves being held and getting her belly rubbed, but giving kisses is her favorite. Interested in featuring your pet in the paper? Use #ParthePet on social media or contact [email protected] with photos and a short bio.

COLUMN: 9/11 memorials important to younger generation

Amanda Larch, Managing Editor

September 10, 2019

It’s been 18 years since the horrific tragedy resulting in the loss of 2,977 lives and the destruction of the Twin Towers in New York City. Most of Marshall University’s first year students weren’t born yet or were infants when this devastation occurred. For that matter, many of Marshall’s seniors,...

EDITORIAL CARTOON: Introducing Polo

Sam Appleton, Contributor

September 10, 2019

EDITORIAL: Mental health important to collegiate success

September 10, 2019

Mental health is just as important as physical health; it’s time we all realize that. We need to reiterate that until everyone understands it. As college students, we tend to be stressed, worried and nervous on a daily basis. It’s safe to say our mental health sometimes takes a backseat when classes...

PROGRESSIVE PERSPECTIVE: Marshall, ICE investigative division

Douglas Harding, News Editor

September 3, 2019

In the past week, you may have read several headlines claiming Marshall University’s $4.25 million partnership with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the investigative arm of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is aimed at combatting the infamous addiction epidemic, which has infected...

Movie Review: ‘Ready or Not’

Dillon McCarty, Contributor

September 3, 2019

“Ready Or Not” follows a young woman named Grace (Samara Weaving). After leading a life of familial nonexistence, Grace finally has a chance to achieve a sense of familial fulfillment. One sunny day, Grace marries Alex, who hails from the wealthy Le Domas family. While at the Le Domas estate, Grace...