Two years ago, the average student would find Mark Scroggins a 2006 Grambling State University alumnus gearing up for a performance at GSU’s annual Homecoming talent show.However, this weekend Scroggins steps onto a bigger stage. “I was selected out of thousands to perform at Showtime at the Apollo in New York City,” he said.Scroggins is […]
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‘Getback’ quiets Little Brother doubters
It’s been a long time coming, but Little Brother FINALLY released their third official album, Getback. I say that because there was a brief second when I doubted that I would ever see this album released. The first problem was the mishandling of their last album, The Minstrel Show by Atlantic Records. The second and […]
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‘Aladdin’ fills GSU theater with magic
The theatre was full of smiles and laughter as the play, Aladdin, was brought to life. The play was presented from Oct. 17- 20. With each presentation the actors grew more confident, funny, and enthusiastic. The actors did a great job of keeping the children’s attention glued to the stage. They were able to participate […]
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Gays upset with Obama
Barack Obama, who has recruited gospel singer Donnie McClurkin to join his campaign swing through South Carolina, is being blasted by gay activists who say the musician is homophobic.Obama, realizing the power that gospel music has on Black folks in the South, is hoping that McClurkin and other gospel acts will help him reel in […]
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To whom do you give reverence on Halloween?
“Trick or treat,” the little children would say, going door to door getting candy. On the other hand, many children have not gotten the chance to take part in the Halloween holiday because of their religious beliefs.The story was told to me that Halloween was the one day that Satan could get all the children […]
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‘In God We Trust’ taken to the edge
First it began with the government banning prayer in school. Then some tried to argue with the government that “God” should be taken out of the Pledge of Allegiance. Now atheist groups have “worked their magic” on members of the government and now our country’s motto, “In God We Trust,” will be considerably scaled down […]
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TB: How do you feel about homosexuality?
Lemel YoungJRAnchorage, Alaska”It’s morally wrong, but people do what they want to do. It’s just a phase.” Dorian HarrisFRWashington D.C. “I love it! I feel that love has no knowledge and should be welcomed to more than just male and female relationships.” Doinne LeeJRDenver “I feel homosexuality from the Christian standpoint. But being a biology […]
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Grambling women’s golf wins LA SWAC Tiger Invitational
Last week, the Lady Tiger’s golf team competed in the SWAC Invitational Golf Tournament in Monroe, and brought home first place. The tournament was the first win of the year for the team and, according to them, it will not be the last. “To start off the season with a win will only build up […]
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‘I’m trying not to worry about the fire’
Grambling State University students from Southern California are glued to the television – as are others nationwide – anxiously awaiting updates from friends and loved ones. The devastating wildfires in Southern California have caused at least $1 billion in damage in San Diego County alone, officials said Wednesday, as easing wind gave firefighters hope that […]