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Democrat Doug Reynolds conceded to GOP attorney general incumbent Patrick Morrisey Tuesday in Huntington.

Reynolds falls short in attorney general race

Nancy Peyton, News Editor November 8, 2016

Democrat Doug Reynolds fell to Republican incumbent Patrick Morrisey in the West Virginia attorney general race. “Obviously I am disappointed, but I appreciate the support from all of you,” Reynolds...

Thundering Herd men’s basketball starts new season at home

Thundering Herd men’s basketball starts new season at home

Staff Reports November 7, 2016

Much like the old coach’s adage says, defense wins championships. Had last Sunday’s exhibition game against the University of Charleston been a championship game, the Marshall Thundering Herd men’s...

We Are.... helpers: Herd for the Homeless

We Are…. helpers: Herd for the Homeless

Brooke Estep, Reporter November 7, 2016

Early on a crisp Saturday morning, while many people were still in their beds, one Marshall alum was wide awake. “I got up at 5 a.m. this morning; I just couldn’t sleep I was so excited for today,”...

‘Meet a Muslim’ at the MSC

‘Meet a Muslim’ at the MSC

Monica Zalaznik, Reporter November 7, 2016

Marshall’s Muslim Student Association organized “Meet a Muslim” Monday as a part of Islam Awareness Week. The MSA set up a table outside the Memorial Student Center in an attempt to talk to the...

Parthenon File Photo 
 MSA member and Marshall graduate student Waleed Asif dons a “USA” hat as he dyes a shirt in the colors of the American flag on Buskirk Field in celebration of “Hijab Day” for Islam Awareness Week last semester.

MSA to observe bi-annual ‘Islam Awareness Week’

Olivia Zarilla, Reporter November 3, 2016

The Muslim Student Association will have its ‘Meet a Muslim ‘event Monday on the Memorial Student Center Plaza. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. as part of Islam Awareness Week. “The...

Men’s basketball looks ahead to new season

Men’s basketball looks ahead to new season

Troy Alexander, Reporter November 3, 2016

After finishing third place in C-USA and falling two wins short of a NCAA tournament bid last season, the Thundering Herd men's basketball team will break into the big tournament behind third year head...

After injury, Akers ready to make an impact

After injury, Akers ready to make an impact

Jacob Griffith, Reporter November 3, 2016

Going into last season, the Marshall women’s basketball team looked primed and ready to make a push toward the NCAA Tournament. After all, head coach Matt Daniel’s team was bringing back players...

Herd put season, bowl hopes on line

Herd put season, bowl hopes on line

Jacob Griffith, Reporter November 3, 2016

With just four games remaining, the Marshall Thundering Herd find themselves backed into a corner sitting at 2-6 overall on the year, their streak of three-straight bowl-eligible seasons hanging in the...

Kenzington Alley opens in downtown Huntington

Kenzington Alley opens in downtown Huntington

Alexis Leach, Reporter October 31, 2016

Monday marked the opening of a new store in downtown Huntington, Kenzington Alley. Kenzington Alley is a fashion boutique with an inspiration close to the owner’s heart. MacKenzie Morley and her husband...

Men’s soccer struggle continues

Men’s soccer struggle continues

Joseph Ashley, Reporter October 31, 2016

The Marshall University men’s soccer team lost 3-0 to the NCSAA 14 ranked University of Kentucky Wildcats Sunday. This score matches the biggest margin of defeat on the season for the Thundering...

Pumpkin carving on the Plaza

Pumpkin carving on the Plaza

Darius Booker, Reporter October 27, 2016

The Marshall University Campus Activities Board and Housing and Residence Life sponsored Pumpkin Carving on the Plaza Thursday afternoon to raise the Halloween spirit amongst university students. Both...

Marshall looks for conference win against biggest rival

Marshall looks for conference win against biggest rival

Troy Alexander, Reporter October 27, 2016

The Marshall Thundering Herd will look to get back in the hunt for a conference championship this weekend when they go up against rival Southern Miss Saturday. Marshall is coming off a heartbreaking...

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