Minecraft club crafts connections, creative gaming
By Fiona Petticrew | Nov. 7The new Bobcat Minecraft Club includes online meetings on a multiplayer server, monthly competitions for prizes and occasional get-togethers.
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We Should Be Studying: Scary Ahh Episode
By Eli Maistros , Grace Schmidt and Joshua Jacob | Nov. 7This week, the three share scary stories they brought to get into the spirit of Halloween!
Abby’s Angle: Website Rate My Professors isn’t reliable
By Abby Shriver | Nov. 7Many students use Rate My Professors to learn about professors and their teaching styles when selecting classes. However, there are many issues with the site, such as biases and outdated reviews, which make it a poor foundation for choosing classes.
Kickin’ with Kyra: LGBTQIA+ representation in film is vital
By Kyra Dapore | Nov. 7Representation in film is important in giving an accurate portrayal of the real world and allowing people to be seen. Connecting with a story is extremely powerful.
Field Hockey: Ohio loses to App State in MAC quarterfinals
By Annabelle Grace | Nov. 6The Bobcats' field hockey season comes to an end as Appalachian State defeats them 3-1 during the MAC tournament quarterfinals at James Madison University.
Men’s Basketball: What to know for Illinois State
By Charlie Fadel | Nov. 6Everything to know for the game against Illinois State.
‘Black Phone 2’ falls short of compelling
By Kendall Davis | Nov. 6Following the success of its predecessor, the sequel film fails to leave a major impact.
‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ increases stakes in episode 2
By Jude Hannahs | Nov. 6The second episode of “IT: Welcome to Derry” (2025) ups the scares and adds more depth to one of Stephen King’s best fictional settings.
Experts warn against rising carfentanil use in Ohio
By Zoe Weyand | Nov. 6Carfentanil, a lethal synthetic opioid, is on the rise in Ohio, and experts are concerned about the impact of such a deadly drug on the Southeast Ohio and Appalachian region.
LFC to perform magical comedy ‘Puffs’
By Maria Saunders | Nov. 6The Lost Flamingo Theatre Company showcases “Puffs” Saturday and Sunday as its second show of the semester, bringing comedy and community to the stage.
Break of Dawn: Kids can't be kids, childhood is demonized
By Dawnelle Blake | Nov. 6Our youngest generations are ridiculed for “growing up too fast,” but with the internet at their fingertips, social pressure and open disdain for childhood have convinced them that being a kid sucks.
Off the Deep End: Stop gambling on everything
By Nicholas Kobe | Nov. 6As sports betting has continued to rise in popularity, websites are developing, allowing for gambling on all world events, which is a serious moral issue.
Chase on the Case: When women artists fight, the industry wins
By Chase Borland | Nov. 6Giving into celebrity drama, that may or may not exist, is giving into exactly what the music industry wants. Listening to music should come without the need for a “catfight.”
Football: Ohio wins thriller against Miami in Battle of the Bricks
By Charlie Fadel | Nov. 5Ohio earned a huge rivalry win over Miami in the Battle of the Bricks
Battle of the Bricks motivated Rodney Harris before he got to Athens
By Owen Lipstreu | Nov. 5A motivated Rodney Harris II steps up for Ohio to win Battle of the Bricks
Local food pantries prepare for SNAP cuts
By Fiona Petticrew | Nov. 5Due to the government shutdown, SNAP benefits have ceased since Nov. 1. Local food banks discuss how community members will be affected by this issue, and will continue to try to provide for the community supported by SNAP.
Stranger Things 5 trailer leaves audiences excited
By Emilie Deoreo | Nov. 5Netflix dropped the first trailer for 'Stranger Things' Season 5, teasing epic battles, new powers and emotional reunions. Vecna returns, Hawkins lies in ruins and the stakes have never been higher.
‘Gen V’ Season 2 sets the stage for ‘The Boys’ Season 5
By Nyla Gilbert | Nov. 5“Gen V” season two ended on Oct. 22 in a finale that set up the next chapter of “The Boys” universe.
