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In this Nov. 9 frame from video, Janna Basler, right, who works in the University of Missouri’s office of Greek life, tells photographer Tim Tai, to “leave these students alone” in their “personal space,” in Columbia, Mo. Protesters credited with helping oust the University of Missouri System’s president and the head of its flagship campus welcomed reporters to cover their demonstrations Tuesday, a day after a videotaped clash between some protesters and a student photographer drew media condemnation as an affront to the free press.

Public trust in media a more pertinent issue than press’s First Amendment rights

Editorial November 12, 2015

The events at Mizzou involving the resignation of university president Tim Wolfe, Concerned Student 1950 assembly and the student journalist Tim Tai demonstrate a concern that goes beyond just institutional...

“War” on Christmas is melodramatic, downplaying real tragedy

Editorial November 11, 2015

Think about the term “war.” What kind of images does that conjure up? Bullets flying, shrapnel, people dying and destroyed countries. A red cup or a person saying “happy holidays” is not going...

Epilepsy awareness at Marshall Medical Center

Matthew Prandoni, reporter November 11, 2015

Epilepsy is a condition that affects millions of Americans and, as a part of Epilepsy Awareness Month, the Marshall University Medical Center held a symposium to inform the public about epilepsy. The...

Mizzou situation shows power of student protest

Editorial November 10, 2015

University of Missouri president Timothy M. Wolfe and University Chancellor R. Bowen Loftin have both resigned from their positions following several student protests. Mizzou’s entire football team...

Children’s theater company first to bring “Lion King Jr.” to a W.Va. stage

Children’s theater company first to bring “Lion King Jr.” to a W.Va. stage

Kelsie Lively, reporter November 6, 2015

  First Stage Theater will be the first children’s theater company in West Virginia to bring to life the classic tale of the young lion hoping to follow in his father’s footsteps and become...

#FeministThursday: We’re finally making progress with prostitution

Jocelyn Gibson, Executive Editor November 5, 2015

The Huntington Police Department announced Thursday a new program to combat prostitution in the city and for once, the plan is to target the johns. Beginning Thursday, an electronic billboard at 20th...

Issue 3: not good for weed

Editorial November 5, 2015

While many are disappointed about Issue 3 not passing in Ohio, it’s actually a good thing. The bill was written to create a pre-imposed monopoly on the cannabis industry, providing for only ten growers...

Journalism is the cornerstone to spreading transgender equality

Editorial November 4, 2015

Journalists take on a huge responsibility when it comes to how we address complicated issues and ones that are ever-evolving without the language to keep up. With transgender policies appearing in more...

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Chuck your razors, Movember is here

Megan Osborne, Managing Editor November 4, 2015

  No Shave November is upon us and people who are into men with that rugged lumberjack look are looking forward to all the glorious beards, scruff and mustaches there will be to behold, all in...

Media Literacy: do we need it? YES.

Editorial November 3, 2015

Media literacy is something journalism students at Marshall University are very familiar with. Students learn about sources and what counts as reputable, thus enabling students to later determine if the...

A NEW VIEW: Is social media shifting our priorities from real life to online?

Nancy Peyton, contributor November 3, 2015

  It’s no secret social media is at the center of everything in today’s society. It’s easier than ever to stay connected to our surroundings. But what is this connection costing us? Some...

GOP DEBATE: EVERYONE LOSES

Editorial October 29, 2015

The GOP debate was less than productive Wednesday night. Candidates complained about the legitimacy of the questions posed by moderators but opted to voice their opinion on the legitimacy of the questions...

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