The first presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris occurred Sept. 10 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at the National Constitution Center and was hosted by ABC News. The debate was moderated by ABC’s David Muir and Linsey Davis and had over 67.1 million viewers, according to Nielson Data. The event marked the first, and possibly only […]
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Nearly 1.5 million Ram trucks have been recalled to fix a software bug that affects the stability control of the vehicles. Stellantis, the manufacturer of Ram and many other brands, recalled trucks due to concerns with anti-lock brakes on Sept. 7. According to AP News, “Stellantis said in a statement Saturday that the trucks may have anti-lock brake software that […]
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Virginia’s top elections official said that mail-in voting may be delayed during the 2024 presidential election. According to the Virginia Mercury, “Commissioner of Elections Susan Beals on Wednesday expressed concerns with the operational performance of the U.S. Postal Service ahead of the 2024 presidential election in Virginia, warning that mail-in ballots may not be processed in time to be counted.” […]
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Rise up Climbing has been a fundamental part of downtown Lynchburg for 16 years. Founded in 2008, it boasts over 400 members. This summer, renovations at Rise Up Climbing were completed and are attracting crowds of all ages. Marketing and outreach owner JB Askew and finance and strategy owner Stephen Baker started out doing smaller renovations; however, the need for […]
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Liberty University’s Young Americans for Freedom (YAF) club hosted its annual 9/11 Never Forget Project from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Sept. 11 on the Academic Lawn in front of Liberty University’s Center for Natural Sciences. Liberty’s YAF chapter has covered the lawn with close to 3,000 miniature American Flags each year, since 2003, in remembrance of the lives lost when planes struck […]
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Alisa Childers and Joshua Broome both communicated the intellectual and practical power of the gospel during the Convocation services that occurred Sept. 11 and Sept. 13. Childers, author and former singer from Christian band ZOEgirl, shared part of her testimony on Wednesday. “I don’t even remember a time in my life when I wasn’t aware of the presence of God,” […]
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Liberty University hosted its annual Homecoming weekend festivities which brought many fans and alumni back to Liberty Sept. 13-14. Over 11,000 people registered for Homecoming, according to Student Activities, making it the most attended Homecoming yet. Two of the festivities with a large turnout were the Homecoming Carnival and the Homecoming Parade. “The purpose of Homecoming is to remind those […]
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A collection of gowns that has drawn crowds from as far as Russia, the Haute Couture Biblical Gown Exhibition, is on display in DeMoss Hall 2242. Located near the Grand Lobby, the exhibition showcases 12 high fashion gowns, each representing a different biblical element from Genesis and the Garden of Eden. The gowns currently on display are part of a […]
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Hello friends! I’m Torbee, what’s your name?” Filmed and produced in Lynchburg, Torbee is a children’s show on YouTube that is dedicated to engaging children in real-world creative endeavors ever since it launched July 1. Tori Garris, the founder and main actress in Torbee, uses the show to inspire her viewers through dance and creativity, providing a safe space for […]
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There are three telltale signs that autumn has begun: a crisp breeze that sweeps through the air, the cozy warmth of your favorite sweater against your skin and the return of Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Each season, Starbucks creates a lineup of beverages that customers anticipate, but there’s something truly special about the fall menu. This year, Starbucks added a […]
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When it comes to finding the right water bottle, the options can seem limitless. With a wide variety of choices at consumers’ fingertips, finding the ideal water bottle can impact one’s convenience, style and hydration routine. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Getting enough water every day is important for health … and helps the body function […]
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Incorporating physical activity into a busy schedule can be a challenge for college students. Physical fitness can easily take a back seat to academics, socialization and sleep. However, a lack of physical activity in college can bring consequences. The National Library of Medicine reports that students who are physically inactive showed higher levels of depression compared to those who are […]
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Political pandering is an annoyance we have learned to live with, as nearly all who hold public office do this. After all, a politician’s only true responsibility is to win votes, and posing as a cook for the hungry, a doctor for the sick and a bed for the tired is the best way to get people on board with […]
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Growing up, if someone had said the word “vegetarian” to me, I would have pictured a brontosaurus. When I was younger, plant-based diets were inseparable from the large, prehistoric herbivore. Now, after befriending a few vegetarians and broadening my education, it seems silly that a brontosaurus is still sometimes what I picture. Vegetarianism, as I have come to understand it, […]
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As college students at a Christian university, we frequently look to pastors for guidance and knowledge as we continue to pursue the Holy Spirit and grow in our faith. No matter how we may attempt to avoid it, influence of the political climate in our society affects us all, including pastoral leadership. America was founded on religious beliefs, and our […]
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