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Students should weigh Greek options carefully

By Haley Galvin | August 31, 2017

Weighing the pros and cons of Greek life is an effective way for students to consider their options and make an educated choice as they move forward through the academic year.Greek life isn’t all parties and drinking, as is portrayed in films such as...

Students can throw in some headphones and enjoy these tracks as they walk to class this week.

Back-to-class playlist

By Sam Malone | August 28, 2017

Students can throw in some headphones and enjoy these tracks as they walk to class this week.

These mason jar pencil holders are easy to make and a cute way to customize a dorm room.

Mason jar pencil holder

By Haley Galvin | August 28, 2017

These mason jar pencil holders are easy to make and a cute way to customize a dorm room.

DeKalb defined by Cornfest

By Ryan Janovic | August 28, 2017

DeKALB — Residents of DeKalb and neighboring towns gathered Friday for the 40th anniversary of Cornfest where men, women, children and dogs of all sizes were able to enjoy the food and atmosphere that embodies the town.The smell of burgers and ribs...

Comfort invades fashion

By Victoria Lunacek | August 28, 2017

Looking good on the first day of school has been at the top of students’ lists since preschool and with each new year comes fresh fashion trends to help students feel their best. This year, some of the classic looks are coming back and they’re sure...

Holland brings youth to classic hero role

By Tatianna Salisbury | July 31, 2017

With great fandom comes great responsibility, a responsibility both Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures Entertainment don’t take lightly. In 2015, Sony announced another reboot of the Spider-Man franchise as part of their new partnership with Marvel.“Spider-Man:...

It is not unusual to see a line of customers wrapped around Ollies, 2290 Oakland Dr. at the end of a summer day.  About 30 people were gathered waiting on their cold treats Sunday.

Check off items on a DeKalb bucket list

By Tatianna Salisbury | July 24, 2017

It is not unusual to see a line of customers wrapped around Ollies, 2290 Oakland Dr. at the end of a summer day.  About 30 people were gathered waiting on their cold treats Sunday.

When inviting people over for a bonfire, change it up with different styles of s’mores, do-it-yourself drink options and a unique soundtrack.

Bonfires offer relaxation

By Tatianna Salisbury | July 24, 2017

When inviting people over for a bonfire, change it up with different styles of s’mores, do-it-yourself drink options and a unique soundtrack.

Felicity Jones (left) and Diego Luna (right) act during an action scene of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” The movie premiered on Netflix July 18, 2017.

Netflix provides cant-miss shows

By Tatianna Salisbury | July 17, 2017

Felicity Jones (left) and Diego Luna (right) act during an action scene of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” The movie premiered on Netflix July 18, 2017.

“Baby Driver” brings new life to classic car chase action

By Tatianna Salisbury | July 10, 2017

Edgar Wright’s fast-paced summer flick “Baby Driver” sped into theaters June 27 and introduced a new kind of directing style to the action genre. Wright is an original director with an eye for detail who is sure to give Hollywood hot-shot directors...

DeKalb resident Hershel Thrower through books at the DeKalb Public Library.

Library activities keep minds active

By Tatianna Salisbury | June 26, 2017

DeKalb resident Hershel Thrower through books at the DeKalb Public Library on Sunday..