Lauren Harris, a senior music education major and soprano, has been preparing for this day since she walked into Jennings Hall for the first time. She’s practiced. She’s been discouraged, and she’s been hopeful. She’s […]
Vote for your favorite holiday movie, and make sure to check the Dec 2 issue for the final results. […]
What do a fluorescent blue house, Elvis memorabilia and an electric chair have in common? They all form what is known as Graceland Too, a shrine created by a Mississippi man in memory of Elvis Presley. […]
Approaching the West Tennessee State Fair, lights glittered and the Ferris wheel towered above the other rides. Despite sprinkling rain, Jackson Fairgrounds Park’s lots were packed with cars and visitors. Flashing lights illuminated food stands advertising assorted eatables.
Walking up to the old-fashioned ticket booth, the entry point to the fair, the sound of screaming attendees on wild rides and upbeat music blaring from speakers filled the air. The rides varied, from the laidback Ferris wheel to the gut wrenching “Cobra,” which twisted participants around in circles. Every ride was distinctive. Many were able to turn stomachs into knots by turning fair-goers upside down and around in circles. Food stands were set up all around the fairgrounds, selling snacks like foot-long corndogs, candied apples, burgers, pizza, snow cones, funnel cakes and popcorn. […]
With flowing vocals and hammering instruments, Florence and the Machine’s latest single, “What the Water Gave Me,” introduces a promising new album.
A strong, enchanting singer, Florence Welch is yet again on her way to pushing this single to the top of the charts. The song, released Aug. 24, is a positive introduction into the group’s upcoming album, to be released Nov. 7.
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Did Arnold Schwarzenegger not give a good enough performance the first time around or is the rumor that Hollywood filmmakers have run out of original ideas turning into reality? […]
The 22nd annual African Street Festival was held at Jackson Fairgrounds Park this past weekend, which included a plethora of events. The activities available were as diverse as the participants. Every year the street festival is sponsored by the Society for African American Cultural Awareness (SAACA). […]
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