As an African student at Grambling State University, I am deeply concerned that nothing is being said about the current horrific events happening in Kenya. Kenya, which for a long time had been Africa’s safe haven, was torn into national turmoil after the presidential elections in December. An estimated 1,000 people have been killed and […]
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Speaker brings inspirational message to GHS
“You can win,” “Turn it around,” and “You can start over,” were some of the quoted words by Dr. Fairest Hill who spoke during Grambling High School LEAP and GEE testing week. Dr. Hill gave the students a very inspirational message; he inspired the majority of the school to believe that it’s never too late […]
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Just how rude can society be?
I’m beginning to think that there isn’t one single generally nice person left in this world. Just think about it. When was the last time you went out of your way for somebody? A friend or maybe even a stranger. Really! When was it? What it all boils down to is society is just plain […]
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Memphis singing the blues
It’s the “Heartbreak Hotel” all over again.The Memphis Tigers dreamed of a national championship, but they will have to keep dreaming about that championship. The 2008 NCAA championship is on its way north to the trophy halls of Lawrence, Kan., instead Memphis, Tenn. Memphis and its fans have not cried this hard since Elvis left […]
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Grambling graduate to promote home state
GSU graduate and producer/actress from Los Angeles will return home to Baton Rouge to produce and host the SAINTS fan show to increase the spirit in Louisiana. Kingi Knox made her national debut as a trophy presenter for the Stellar Awards Gospel Show. Knox has also hosted the behind the scenes documentary for the casting […]
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Grambling Lab High School releases grades
Grambling Laboratory High School has released the names of the students who achieved honor roll status for the 4th six-weeks reporting period. Students are listed by academic achievement (minimum 3.0 grade point average) and grade level. Making the Principal’s list with all A’s were: 12th graders Travis Gray and Abriyanna Hill. A-B Honor Roll students […]
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Gnarls Barkley stays true to form with The Odd Couple
There weren’t a lot of platinum plaques being held up by black artists in 2006. One of them was held by Cee-Lo Green, one half of the almost impossible to categorize duo of Gnarls Barkley. The other half, Dangermouse became a part of hip-hop’s consciousness when he released the critically acclaimed Jay-Z / Beatles mash […]
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Omega Gamma Gamma chapter receives awards
Still standing strong, the Gamma Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi remains to be the best chapter in the world. The “parties” and the “hops” may look good, but according to the brothers, that’s not all they have to offer. For the past three years, the brothers of Gamma Gamma have won the Social Action […]
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Economic strain pinching into students wallets
As the country’s sagging economy dominates the headlines, college students are being hit in their wallets along with other members of society. Students say they are struggling with higher tuition, gas and food prices and worry that they will be unable to repay student loans after graduation.With Federal Reserve Board Chairman Ben Bernanke admitting on […]
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Students do well at fairs
The Grambling High School Social Studies Club and student body held their annual Social Studies fair in the school’s library. There were 35 participants in the event. The projects were judged on creativity, presentation, delivery, and originality. The top ten contestants were: Galen Roberts (Native Americans), Alyxandrea Woods (Martin L. King), Joshua Glenn (America’s War […]