New Faith-based Organization will be added to Wingate in the fall

Sarah Katz, Staff Writer A faith-based organization will be joining one of approximately 50 registered student organizations on Wingate University’s campus in fall of 2018, said a university representative. “Delight is a college women’s ministry built for the purpose of inviting all women to strengthen and learn about their faith,” said Skylar Mize, cofounder ofContinueContinue reading “New Faith-based Organization will be added to Wingate in the fall”

Union Symphony Orchestra performs at Wingate with guest artist

Ryan Mckeel, Staff Writer A local symphony orchestra with deep roots at Wingate University performed on the evening of April 29, 2017 with a guest artist from the University of South Carolina. The Union Symphony Orchestra, also known as the USO, and Dr. Jennifer Parker-Harley, associate professor of flute at the University of South CarolinaContinueContinue reading “Union Symphony Orchestra performs at Wingate with guest artist”

Review: El Aguacate adds to Mexican restaurant choices in Monroe

Maggie Smith, Staff Writer In Monroe alone, there are approximately seven Mexican restaurants. New Mexican restaurants open in Monroe often. I personally am an Mexican food enthusiast, so naturally when there’s a new Mexican restaurant I want to try it out. Recently a new Mexican restaurant called El Aguacate opened up on E Roosevelt Blvd. andContinueContinue reading “Review: El Aguacate adds to Mexican restaurant choices in Monroe”

NCG movie offers a great movie experience to the Monroe area

Andrew Elliot, Staff Writer You open one of the many doors available, and you are greeted by the smell of delicious popcorn. The friendly staff greets you from across the room over the hum of the icee machines; “Hi! Welcome to NCG!” they call. Now this, is a movie theater! Many of the locals haveContinueContinue reading “NCG movie offers a great movie experience to the Monroe area”

Wingate Softball gained record in a Double-header against Catawba

Cierra Smith, Staff Writer This past Tuesday May 18, 2017, the Wingate softball team took their record to 25-21 overall and 10-8 in the South Atlantic Conference (SAC) in a double-header win over the Catawba College Indians. In the first game that started at 2 pm, the Bulldogs won with a score of 2-0 andContinueContinue reading “Wingate Softball gained record in a Double-header against Catawba”

Women’s Arion Pierre is named SAC Player of the week for the fourth time in a row

Rachel Lods, Staff Writer Wingate, N.C- After receiving the honor of SAC Astroturf Defensive Player of the Week for three weeks in a row, it did not even cross sophomore goalie, Arion Pierre’s mind that it was a possibility she could get it again. On Monday, April 10, however, that’s exactly what happened. Pierre wasContinueContinue reading “Women’s Arion Pierre is named SAC Player of the week for the fourth time in a row”

Wingate Spring Sports wrapping up their 2017 seasons

Maggie Smith, Staff Writer Wingate University’s spring sports teams are finishing up their 2017 spring seasons. The Track and Field team will compete in the 2017 South Atlantic Conference championship meet on Friday, April 14, and Saturday, April 15. The meet will take place at Lenoir-Rhyne University. Six of the Bulldogs have returned as defendingContinueContinue reading “Wingate Spring Sports wrapping up their 2017 seasons”

Wingate Men’s Lacrosse ranks #12 in the nations USILA/ Nike poll

Rachel Lods, Staff Writer Monroe, N.C.-  After reaching number 16 in the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association/Nike coaches poll, the Wingate University Lacrosse team has climbed another three spots and is now ranked number 12 team in the U.S. The Bulldogs are currently tied for second place in the SAC with Queens and are hoping toContinueContinue reading “Wingate Men’s Lacrosse ranks #12 in the nations USILA/ Nike poll”

Carolina Panther Game Days holds Tradition Unlike Any Other

Jackson Kaplan, Staff Writer Since the year 1996 when the fall season hits the Carolinas, residents of Charlotte and surrounding communities will gather inside the 75,412-seat Bank of America Stadium to enjoy a chill afternoon of Carolina Panthers football. Bank of America Stadium is a popular destination for fans from all over the region, includingContinueContinue reading “Carolina Panther Game Days holds Tradition Unlike Any Other”

Boone offers Great Getaway places for Students

Alex King, Staff Writer When classes get stressful and all of the work for the week is done, a short-day trip vacation is always a great way to recharge. Going on a weekend getaway with a group of friends is a great way to recharge before the next week of life begins. One great placeContinueContinue reading “Boone offers Great Getaway places for Students”