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Movie Review: Love Hurts… Alot

Movie Review: Love Hurts… Alot

Blake Brooks | February 12, 2025

Love is in the air. The birds are singing, and couples are cozying up—what better time to buy a home? That’s the premise of the movie Love Hurts. Marvin Gable, our protagonist, is a real estate agent...

The African American Military History Museum

Black History Month: A Visit to the African American Military History Museum

Andrew Baeuerle, Editorial Director | February 12, 2025

Hidden deep in downtown Hattiesburg, past the Train Depot and the Lucky Rabbit, stands a building from the 1940s. At first glance, it may resemble a house, but it transforms upon entry. A large dog tag-shaped...

Editor’s Opinion: What’s Up With Air Travel?

Andrew Baeuerle, Editorial Director | February 5, 2025

As 2025 has started off, we’ve seen some intriguing headlines such as, “Donald Trump Sworn In For Second Time”, “Raging Wildfires Wipe Out Southern California,” and “Wind Energy Projects Suspended...

Movie Review: Wicked Delivers a Magical Experience

Movie Review: Wicked Delivers a Magical Experience

Blake Brooks | December 13, 2024

Movie Review: Wicked Delivers a Magical Experience By Blake Brooks If you’re a fan of the Broadway version of Wicked, the movie adaptation is a must-see. Even if you haven’t seen the musical,...

Movie Review: Red One Fumbles with Star Power and Compelling Plot

Movie Review: Red One Fumbles with Star Power and Compelling Plot

Blake Brooks | December 4, 2024

The holiday season is typically filled with joy and wonder, but Red One may not be the movie for those seeking good tidings. Despite its star-studded cast, the film falls short where it counts: the plot. Chris...

REVIEW: Tyler, the Creator's New Album Gaining Traction

REVIEW: Tyler, the Creator’s New Album Gaining Traction

Kristen Kaylor, Multimedia Journalist | December 4, 2024

Tyler, the Creator is taking off his mask for the world in his new hit album ‘Chromakopia’ as he shares his struggles of finding fulfillment. Rapper and producer Tyler Okonma, professionally known...

Movie Review: Transformers One is a Breath of Fresh Air

Movie Review: Transformers One is a Breath of Fresh Air

Blake Brooks | November 13, 2024

Transformers One is a breath of fresh air, or at least tries to be. In the movie era we live in today, most movies are inclined to look appealing rather than have a good story. With the trend of superhero...

Editor's Opinion: The Forgotten Mouth of Mississippi

Editor’s Opinion: The Forgotten Mouth of Mississippi

Andrew Baeuerle, Editorial Director | November 7, 2024

The Forgotten Mouth of Mississippi By Andrew Baeuerle He walks out on stage in a red suit, outlined with rhinestones and yellow threads, similar to nudie suits worn by 1950s country stars Buck Owens...

Students Debate Lowering Alcohol Age Requirement

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist | November 6, 2024

College students are questioning whether the legal age to purchase and consume alcohol in the United States should be changed, citing inconsistencies with other legal responsibilities granted at age 18. Currently,...

A Pay to Park sign on the USM Hattiesburg campus.

College is a big Deal, Parking Shouldn’t be

Kristen Kaylor, Multimedia Journalist | October 30, 2024

Not only is the lack of parking for Southern Miss students frustrating, but it’s discouraging students from getting involved- a problem that could continue to get worse. The University of Southern Mississippi...

Southern Miss fans display their frustration during USM's recent football game against Arkansas State.

Editor’s Opinion: The State of USM Football

Andrew Baeuerle, Editorial Director | October 30, 2024

Black and gold runs deep in my veins. I am a third-generation Southern Miss student, and I even grew up just less than an hour from Hattiesburg. I’ve also joined the Student Eagle Club for what I can...

The End of the Will Hall Era

The End of the Will Hall Era

Andrew Baeuerle, Editorial Director | October 23, 2024

On Oct.20, 2024 ESPN’s Pete Thamel released news that Southern Miss was planning to part ways with Coach Will Hall. By 7:30 that evening, the news broke that Coach Hall was indeed fired. Coach Hall...

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