Construction of Centennial Plaza has been in progress over a month now. Despite recent harsh weather, construction still moves forward. Centennial Plaza will be a large area able to facilitate any size gatherings. The entire plaza will be defined with seat walls and will include a stage at the end […]
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Caldwell remains in Homecoming Queen race despite allegations of misconduct
Caldwell Controversy surrounding Homecoming Queen candidate Peyton Caldwell and her campaign team has arisen this election for allegedly using other student’s T-numbers to cast votes for herself. Caldwell, a member of the Phi Mu fraternity, had a violation turned in against her late on the night of Wednesday, Oct. 29, […]
Where is the Derryberry Eagle?
The eagle normally perched atop Derryberry Hall has been removed in preparation for next year’s centennial celebrations. Originally placed on Jere Whitson Building in 1954, the eagle was moved to Derryberry’s clock tower in 1961, but was taken down during summer to be refurbished and have copies made. The Derryberry […]
+1989 Review
Album Cover for Taylor Swift's 1989 In her official pop debut Taylor Swift’s “1989” is finally upon us. If one thing is certain about this album, it’s that this is not the same Swift from her self-titled 2006 debut “Taylor Swift.” Swift’s signature upbeat style is still present on this […]
If you are able to read this: I may have a job after college
Sometimes, I wonder if I will have a job in the next five years. That is a thought more frightening than the most terrifying haunted house around. As a journalism student, there is a constant nagging, ever-present question. Is print dying? Will my craft ever cease to exist, becoming another […]
Habitat for Humanity to host Cooking on the Square
Putnam County Habitat for Humanity’s annual event, Cooking on the Square, is planned to take place 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 31. A $20 ticket will buy a handcrafted clay bowl, an all-you-can-eat supply of Cajun dishes and a donation to Putnam County’s Habitat for Humanity. The event is […]
Volleyball serves up OVC success
Two weekend trips to Kentucky were successful for the Tennessee Tech volleyball team. Tech began last weekend with a win at Morehead State Oct. 17. The victory was the first time the Golden Eagles defeated Morehead on their court since Oct. 17 2009. Outside hitters Cody Dodd and Kellie Williams […]
Quidditch takes down a dozen in Gold Cup
The Tennessee Tech Quidditch team left North Carolina undefeated after they crushed 12 teams in the Gold Rush Cup II Saturday Oct. 18. The Golden Hippogriffs competed against several teams from the South and Mid-Atlantic regions including Virginia Tech, University of South Carolina, Duke University and University of Tennessee at […]
Awesome Eagle hits Smashville as guest mascot at Thursday’s Predators game
Tech’s Awesome Eagle took to the ice and filled in for the injured Nashville Predators mascot, Gnash, Thursday night. Gnash suffered a broken fibula in his left leg during “his rigorous offseason training regimen” and called out to some of his fellow mascot friends, including Awesome, to help him cheer […]
Craft beer festival brews up good times in Dogwood Park
Photo by Ben Craven Dogwood Park played host to Blues and Brews, Cookeville’s first Craft Beer Festival, last Saturday. The event showcased over 50 different craft beers from brewing companies across the country, as well as several home brewing groups from around Tennessee and live music from Carissia and Company […]
