A Guide to the Greater Gulf State Fair

By: Stephanie Huynh | Managing Editor Photo courtesy of Greater Gulf State Fair The Greater Gulf State Fair is coming back to the Mobile Fairgrounds from October 28 until November 6! The second half of the Fall semester can feel dreadful with daunting due dates and final exams approaching. Sometimes it seems like the holiday breaks can’t get here fast enough, and weeks pass either … Continue reading A Guide to the Greater Gulf State Fair

The Alec and Roy Thigpen Photography Collection Exhibit Grand Opening

By: Abby Russ Photo By: Michael Dunn | Photographer On September 7, the Marx Library opened the Alec and Roy Thigpen Photography Collection Exhibit. Originally created by his father, Roy Thigpen, Alec Thigpen took over the company to finish what Roy started. Alec came to the Marx Library to present his and his father’s work from the past 75 years. Thigpen showed the rich history … Continue reading The Alec and Roy Thigpen Photography Collection Exhibit Grand Opening

Mourning Reverend Levon Manzie

By: Gracie King | Feature Editor | On Sunday, Sept. 19, Reverend Levon Manzie, the Mobile City Council president and former Mobile County Schools board member, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 38. Manzie was wrapping up his first term as president and campaigning for a re-election runoff race when he died.  “I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my friend … Continue reading Mourning Reverend Levon Manzie

Back(ordered) to School: Students Experience Textbook Delays

By: Amelia Rose Zimlich | Managing Editor | arz1722@jagmail.southalabama.edu Image Source: USA Bookstore Facebook page The commencement of the fall semester brings about the usual hustle and bustle of campus life. In these first weeks of school, the USA bookstore is busier than ever as many students experience delayed textbook orders. “I walked in the first day or two of class and the line was … Continue reading Back(ordered) to School: Students Experience Textbook Delays

2019 Mobile Heart Walk

By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief On Oct. 5, The American Heart Association held its annual Mobile Heart Walk at the University of South Alabama. The community joined together to walk to help raise money and awareness of heart disease across the nation. Over 300 walkers participated in this year’s walk. The community came out to enjoy several activities which included music, games, face … Continue reading 2019 Mobile Heart Walk