By Staff Writer Jerri Clewis One of the arguably more annoying things about driving is the occasional flat tire. It is an easy enough fix to swap out tires or get some air, but it is a different story in space when no one is around to change an all-important rover tire. That was one…
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Moon Landings Jump Out of the Past and Into the Present
By Staff Writer Jerri Clewis One of humanity’s crowning achievements was the day we finally ventured beyond our planet and landed on the moon. Those landings, the culmination of thousands of years of slow but steady technological advancements, came to a halt just as quickly as they began, but a new age of space exploration…
The Long Roots of Corn
By Staff Writer Jerri Clewis Corn is one of the world’s most important crops because of its relatively easy growth and multiple uses. It can be eaten as is, popped, turned into flour or syrup, or made into ethanol, grain-based alcohol, or biodegradable plastic. Around the world, people rely on the crop daily for these…
Evil Dead
By Staff Writer Morganne Guhl As the fifth movie in the horror franchise Evil Dead arrives in a short time to theaters, we look back at the franchise that keeps rising from the dead. While never finding the colossal success of more mainstay horror franchises, such as Scream, Nightmare on Elm Street, or Friday the…
Battling the Wind
By Staff Writer Emma Gallegos In southeastern New Mexico, we know its springtime when the wind starts blowing! Along with the promise of warmer weather, the wind can bring with it many allergens, dry skin, and dirt that always finds its way into our homes. So, here are some tips and hacks to stay on…
Chocolate Sunday ’23
By Staff Writer Emma Gallegos Chocolate, chocolate, and more chocolate! The Chocolate Sunday fundraiser on February 12 was a sweet success, ensuring a future for Eastern’s newest event. Dr. Richard Schwartz, Chair of the Art Department, and Chef Lisa Campbell, from Culinary Arts, collaborated to create an event that would benefit them both. Voila, our…
A Dwarf Planet
By Staff Writer Jerri Clewis Every year, a lesser-known holiday comes around to pay homage to an iconic planet. On February 18th, space fans everywhere celebrate Pluto for its many charms and heartwarming nature as the once-upon-a-time planet that received an unfortunate demotion. Before 2006, there were nine planets. Schools had handy rhymes and mnemonic…
The Circus Visits Clovis
By Staff Writer Jerri Clewis Valentine’s Day had a unique date night opportunity in Clovis, New Mexico. The Jordan World Circus stopped by the Curry County Event Center to awe visitors with death-defying acts and even unusual animal rides. The traveling circus was packed with visitors of all types who began arriving as early as…
Deadline for ENMU Foundation Scholarships Quickly Approaching
By Staff Writer Elizabeth Chapman The deadline for the ENMU Foundation Scholarships is set for the morning of Feb. 15. The Eastern New Mexico University Foundation offers scholarships each year to all current students of Eastern New Mexico University. Over $40 thousand is awarded through these scholarships by the ENMU Foundation every year. These scholarships…
ENMU Athletes get Hyped for Spring Sports
By Staff Writer Kelby Keeley Eastern New Mexico University has multiple sport teams that are in full swing this spring semester, with some that have already begun and a few that are starting soon. Both the men’s and women’s basketball teams are on the court, having started their seasons late in the fall, and finishing…