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Local Cafes Do More Than Just Sell Coffee

By Sarah Fischer | September 18, 2018

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Gabriel Roethle, a world music second year masters student, practices a piece composed by Johann Sebastion Bach, “Lute Suite in E minor,” on Wednesday in Room 103 of the Music Building. NIU’s International Guitar Recital Series will start at 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Friday with guitarist Isaac Bustos. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

International guitarists to visit NIU Music Building

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The Board of Trustees sits at their meeting on March 20. The Board of Trustees approved several contracts and highlighted faculty recognitions, academic changes, research and fundraising. (Northern Star File Photo)

Board of Trustees approves $1.7 million computer upgrade project

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Members of the DeKalb County Sheriff's Department huddle outside of 1392 Oakland Drive in unincorporated Sycamore on Tuesday after two people were found dead in their residence. The investigation forced a nearly hour-long soft lockdown to Sycamore Community School District 427 schools. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

2 people found dead at Sycamore residence, suspect in custody after multi-county search

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The Huskie Marching Band trumpets yell and spell “NIU” at the end of “Fight Song” during their practice on Thursday in the Huskie Stadium. The “Pride of the Midwest” will be joined by high school marching bands on Saturday during the football game against San Diego State University. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Gallery: Pride of the Midwest prepares for last non-conference matchup

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Former NIU baseball Head Coach Walt Owens.

Remembering Walt Owens: Coach, teacher, mentor

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