By Staff Writer: Grace Rofii Last month, the head coaching job for Eastern’s women’s soccer team was given to coachNona Borden. Borden started at ENMU in August of 2024 as the women’s soccerassistant coach; however, in October 2024 she took over as the interim head coach of theteam. This will be the first head coach…
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Duolingo’s viral marketing stunt “kills” Duo the Owl
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach Duolingo has once again mastered the art of viral marketing, this time by “killing off” its beloved green owl mascot in an elaborate stunt that sent social media into a frenzy. On Feb. 11, the language-learning app posted a dramatic announcement on X: “Duo, formally known as The Duolingo Owl,…
The Beat of Portales: DJ FoulMouth J on Music and Community
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach For DJ FoulMouth J, music is more than entertainment. It is a necessity. Born in Roswell and raised in Artesia, he has spent the last decade in Portales, where he has become a staple in the local DJ scene. “I’ve always been a collector of music,” he said. “People just…
Color Analysis: How Wearing the Right Shades Can Elevate Your Entire Look
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach Color analysis, a practice rooted in color theory, has made a striking comeback in recent years, with social media fueling its popularity. The method categorizes individuals into seasonal palettes: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. It is based on skin undertones, eye color, and hair shade. By wearing colors that complement…
Buc-ee’s: The Gas Station With a Cult Following
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach Buc-ee’s isn’t just a gas station—it’s a destination. The Texas-based chain has built a loyal fan base with its massive stores, endless snack options, and famously clean restrooms. Founded in 1982 by Arch “Beaver” Aplin III and Don Wasek, Buc-ee’s started as a small convenience store in Clute, Texas. Today,…
A Look at Airtravel in 2025
By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons If you are thinking about travelling this spring break, make sure you pick your airline carefully. I flew domestically for the first time in years, and the process is more time-consuming, exhausting and expensive than I remember it being. Specifically, I flew Key Lime Air and transferred to American. If…
The Parade of Planets
By Staff Writer: Jamiliere Luranc Sweeney The lineup of several planets is occurring in the night sky. This phenomenon, often calledthe parade of planets, occurs when multiple planets align on the same side of the Sun,appearing in a nearly straight line when viewed from Earth. Throughout February, Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, and Saturn—will be…
ENMU Softball Leading NCAA Division II in Home Runs
By Staff Writer: Grace Rofii NCAA College softball is finally here! The Greyhounds just finished up the first week ofconference play and currently have an overall record of 10-4 and a conference record of3-1. In less than a month of play, the ENMU softball team has batted in a whopping 116runs and given up only…
Local Bulletin Boards Offer News and Resources, Yet Few Use Them
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach An online resource designed to keep Cannon Air Force Base personnel and surrounding communities informed is not reaching its full potential due to a lack of awareness. Picture a typical bulletin board where you can walk up and view what has been posted by the community—now imagine that, but digital….
Should Students Be Rating Professors?
By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons Most students are familiar with websites like RateMyProfessors.com. These are websites where past students evaluate their experience with professors online, giving future students a chance to see how a professor performs without the bias of the university. “I always used RateMyProfessors. Every class I took, I looked them all up. …