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Sugary drinks hold mental, physical implications

Sugary drinks hold mental, physical implications

Tricia Vaughan January 15, 2013

With a new semester comes an influx of caffeine consumption, primarily through sugar-laden sodas and energy drinks, to get back into the swing of classes after winter vacation. What few know are the dangerous...

Do’s and don’ts of leather skinnies trend

Becky Robinson January 14, 2013

Over winter break, I took it upon myself to get some shopping in before returning to campus for spring semester. I was browsing through H&M at home in Huntsville, Ala., – not a surprise – and at the...

Doctoral student helps others discover potential

Lauren Carlton January 14, 2013

“The trumpet is an impact instrument,” said Brittany Hendricks, a doctorate student of musical arts in trumpet performance at The University of Alabama. Hendricks is a performer out to make an impact...

Northport Renaissance Gallery offers class on repurposing jewelry

Northport Renaissance Gallery offers class on repurposing jewelry

Courtney Stinson January 14, 2013

If you have jewelry that’s lost its luster or heirlooms that are not in style, the Renaissance Gallery in Northport will help give old pieces a new shine at their jewelry repurposing class Tuesday, Jan....

Netflix to begin streaming original series in February

Netflix to begin streaming original series in February

Amanda Gold January 14, 2013

With the variety of options for video streaming available, Netflix still remains a popular option among college students because of its affordability, ease of access and, now, its exclusive selection of...

New websites offer more savings on textbooks than usual retailers

New websites offer more savings on textbooks than usual retailers

Ashley Tripp January 14, 2013

Every semester, college students must begin purchasing textbooks and materials for new classes again. Textbook prices seem to rise every year, and many students look to alternatives like rental books or...

Tarantino’s ‘Django Unchained’ addresses topic of slavery in refreshing way

Dana Woodruff January 14, 2013

Given Quentin Tarantino’s reputation as a legendary film director, it’s no surprise that his latest creation, “Django Unchained,” has become a box office hit. Since its release on Christmas Day,...

Gaming expands boundaries, explores artistic expression with humor, horror

Nathan Proctor January 10, 2013

Much modern media maintains a legacy of providing impactful experiences for their audiences. Film, literature, music and other forms of entertainment have long been emotionally affecting and potentially...

Locals, legends among top album releases of 2012

Francie Johnson January 10, 2013

Without a doubt, 2012 has been an amazing year in music. Although we’re over a week into 2013 and there are enough “Best Albums of 2012” countdowns floating around to make your head spin, and I figured...

Programs now offer gift cards for education

Megan Miller January 10, 2013

Instead of asking for traditional gifts this year, some students may have asked for a new type of gift card — one that helps pay for college. Two new programs, GradSave and Kiva are changing the face...

ACT performs musical version of 1980 hit

Mary Kathryn Patterson January 10, 2013

The Actor’s Charitable Theatre will perform the musical “9 to 5” beginning this Friday, Jan. 11 through Monday, Jan. 14 at the Bama Theatre. The musical is based on the 1980 movie of the same name...

Natural health food stores not common in Tuscaloosa

Katherine Owen December 6, 2012

The city of Tuscaloosa has 91,605 citizens and is rated one of the best cities in which to start and grow a business by Forbes and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazines. However, it has just one natural...