29 Feb 2016
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By Gabriel Flores DALLAS — Jobs. Freedom. Security. Those were the focal points of a three-pronged speech by Sen. Ted Cruz at a Monday morning rally that also included appearances by Gov. Greg Abbott and former Gov. Rick Perry. The trio lit a fire under the already fueled crowd. Cruz’s “crew”...
Read more → 29 Feb 2016
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The sudden passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, who served as the conservative pillar of the Supreme Court for more than 30 years, has only widened the rift between the two sides of the American political spectrum. In a needless bid for power, the vocal right is up in arms about...
Read more → 29 Feb 2016
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By Mickey Smith The United States has always been a leader in the world. We are one of the largest world powers for a reason. We have always accepted those who flee from war-torn and poverty-ridden countries and taken in those who wanted the opportunity to make something more of themselves. Throughout...
Read more → 28 Feb 2016
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By Parker Ward GRAND PRAIRIE — Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, coming off a morning of campaigning in Austin, played to the Texas crowd and used a football analogy to draw more voters to the polls March 1. “Democracy is not a football game. It is not a spectator sport,”...
Read more → 27 Feb 2016
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By James Hartley FORT WORTH -- Donald Trump welcomed an official endorsement by New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie during his rally in Fort Worth on Friday. Then Trump turned to his usual topics: building a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border, getting America out of debt and creating new jobs. Christie, a former...
Read more → 26 Feb 2016
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By Andrea Carrizales DALLAS — Republican presidential candidate Marco Rubio continued to take aim at Donald Trump during a rally at Klyde Warren Park on Friday, hoping to secure votes before the Texas primary on Super Tuesday. Rubio, who argued with Trump often during Thursday night’s Republican...
Read more → 26 Feb 2016
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Tarryn Lingle Robert Eggers’s debut film “The Witch” is an absolute bone-chilling experience sure to haunt you far beyond the closing scene. The film is set in 1630, showing the daunting events William (Ralph Ineson) and his family encounter after being excommunicated...
Read more → 26 Feb 2016
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By Taylor Roberts President Jean Conway held a forum Feb. 11 on improving the concept of inclusive engagement on campus. During the dialogue, Conway gathered information from faculty and staff on how to honor differences among employees, students and the community. “We are a learning institution,”...
Read more → 26 Feb 2016
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Though published in 1940, the story of “Native Son” by Richard Wright could resonate with young African-Americans today. Wright is considered one of the most influential African-American writers of the 20th century. “Native Son,” his first novel, was a critical and commercial success. It...
Read more → 26 Feb 2016
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By Parker Ward During election season, news outlets are reporting on different polls every day. Every year, thousands of polls are conducted to gauge public opinion about candidates and policies through a randomly selected group of people. Popular media has taken such a liking to polling...
Read more → 25 Feb 2016
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By Parker Ward Click here read bios of the leading presidential candidates A still-crowded field of five Republicans and two Democrats remain in the race for the White House as it prepares to pass through Texas on Super Tuesday. Following the Feb. 20 Republican primary in South Carolina, Jeb Bush,...
Read more → 25 Feb 2016
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By Brianna Harmon Growing up watching his father risk his life as a police officer, Connor Scruggs learned many lessons about leadership. Scruggs is a sophomore third baseman on the Harvesters baseball team and has played a key role in the team’s success. Head coach Michael Martin describes Scruggs...
Read more → 25 Feb 2016
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By Devon Rice The Eastfield Theatre Co. is going “entirely bonkers” to prepare for its performance of “Alice In Wonderland” at the Texas Community College Speech and Theatre Association One-Act Play Festival at Tarleton State University. “It’s not a traditional representation of ‘Alice...
Read more → 25 Feb 2016
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As Super Tuesday approaches, Et Cetera staff reporters put together an easy fact sheet about the most prominent presidential candidates to help you make an educated decision. Learn about your candidates below. Organized alphabetically by last name. Hillary Clinton (D) Age: 68 Occupation:...
Read more → 24 Feb 2016
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By Brianna Harmon Chase Fletcher climbs a ladder toward the basketball goal, his father, coach Anthony Fletcher, following close behind. Chase uses scissors to snip away the last pieces of the net. This was a new experience for 6-year-old Chase, but not for his father. Fletcher has cut down...
Read more → 24 Feb 2016
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In anticipation of the 88th Academy Awards set for Feb. 28, Et Cetera writer Hunter Cave, life & arts editor David Silva, news editor James Hartley and intro to cinema professor Dusty Thomas sat down to discuss their love for movies and the biggest award of the night: Best Picture. This is a short...
Read more → 24 Feb 2016
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By Jennifer Sanmiguel In celebration of African-American History Month, Eastfield is exploring heritage passed down through the art of quilting. Eight faculty and staff members donated quilts to the display, which runs in the library through Feb. 26. Courtney Pickens, student development and leadership...
Read more → 19 Feb 2016
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By David Silva One cannot review a Kanye West album without first identifying the era of Kanye West nearest to their hearts. I remember listening to West’s “Yeezus” for the first time back in the summer of 2013. It was an album I couldn’t fully process on one run-through, so I turned to various...
Read more → 19 Feb 2016
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Mesquite, TX- The Eastfield Harvesters basketball team defeat Cedar Valley in the second round of the Metro Athletic Conference tournament on Feb. 18. Eastfield led at halftime 46-36 and ended up winning 93-89. Photos by Luis Gonzales, David Sanchez, and Jonathan Wences/The Et Cetera
Read more → 18 Feb 2016
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Students enjoy the RecFest hosted by the Office of Student Engagement and Retention on Tuesday, Feb. 16.
Read more → 15 Feb 2016
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By Keturah Jones Each month, more than 4 million students rely on the website Rate My Professors to help them choose the best courses and professors based upon peer reviews. RateMyProfessors.com is a free site used by students seeking reviews on college professors in the United States, Canada and the United...
Read more → 12 Feb 2016
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By Tiffany Aragon Roses are red violets are blue, what should I wear? I have no clue. Choosing the perfect outfit for your valentine's date can be a little overwhelming, especially because it’s fairly early in the semester and students are still adjusting to their schedules. Here are some outfit...
Read more → 12 Feb 2016
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A long-needed proposal for a six-month pilot program intended to reduce penalties for misdemeanors, including low-level marijuana possession, is finally making progress with the Dallas City Council almost 10 years after its introduction. The experimental “cite-and-release” program will allow...
Read more → 12 Feb 2016
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By Karina Dunn For the second year in a row, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences has nominated a slate of all white actors for the prestigious Oscar awards. Several prominent stars called for a plan to boycott because of the lack of minority nominees. In response, the Academy announced...
Read more → 12 Feb 2016
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By Gabriel Hinojosa As an American citizen, I am concerned for the greater good of this country. Therefore, I make an effort to remain politically aware and coherent. This year will be the first time I am eligible to elect a new president. I should be excited. However, due to the lack of participation...
Read more → 12 Feb 2016
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By Collin Cook It’s February and the pressure to follow through with our New Year’s resolutions is fading into the background of our busy schedules. We often don’t pay much attention to what others and ourselves are telling us. We want to change and to better our lives and the lives of our family....
Read more → 12 Feb 2016
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By Tarryn Lingle The docu-series “Making a Murderer” has become an overnight sensation because it follows the true story of Steven Avery after he was wrongfully convicted of sexual assault, causing him to spend 18 years in prison. Avery was exonerated when DNA testing proved that he did not commit...
Read more → 12 Feb 2016
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By David Silva When you enter the newest art exhibit at Eastfield, the first piece you notice isn’t visual. Music drifting from a radio instantly transports you into the Californian mindset. This radio, a piece named “Prayers for Rain,” features songs such as John Denver’s “Sunshine...
Read more → 12 Feb 2016
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5 terrible date ideas sure to end with holiday heartbreak You’ve worked up the courage to ask someone out for a nice, relaxing Valentine’s evening hopefully filled with romance. This is your chance to show how smooth you are. There are thousands of ways to plan a winning evening, but there...
Read more → 12 Feb 2016
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By Andrea Carrizales Pushing against the first-floor bathroom door, Frank Ford and his wife, Sharon, battled against the fierce winds of an EF4 tornado, fighting to keep their family safe. Their 33-year-old daughter reclined in the bathtub, embracing her 1-month-old baby, both covered with blankets....
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