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James Earl Jones sits in a black chair. The beloved actor who died Monday will always be remembered for his iconic roles. (Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Remembering James Earl Jones, the voice of Vader

By Skyler Kisellus and Brynn Krug | September 11, 2024

In the world of screen and stage, few voices, if any, are more iconic than that of the legendary James Earl Jones, whose deep, commanding voice rings familiar for generations of audiences. Jones, who passed away Monday at 93 years old, lent his voice...

Sports movies can inspire youth

By Jacob Onak | July 22, 2013

In sports we see a lot of magical moments that can inspire us, but one of the ways I believe athletes get inspired is through sports movies.The most recent movie I watched was “42,” which is about the Jackie Robinson story. The struggles Robinson...