The ultimate fate of President Barack Obama’s 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) now lies in the hands of the nine U.S. Supreme Court Justices. In late March, the case was brought before the Supreme Court after 26 states—including Virginia—challenged the constitutionality of the law and its individual health care mandate, requiring every American to purchase health care […]
Read moreCity Council looks at new stormwater management fee The meals tax suggested in Lynchburg’s budget proposal was taken off the menu by City Council. Lynchburg council met Tuesday, April 10, to discuss the 2013 fiscal year operating budget proposal during a private work session. At that time, the council unanimously moved to dismiss the “Eat for Education” meals tax whose […]
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This year has proven itself a growing year for Lynchburg with the opening of many local restaurants including Bloop, Yogurt Yeti and Cookout — but it does not stop there. For years, Lynchburg residents have been pushing for Chipotle Mexican Grill to open its doors in their community, according to a survey by Michael Gumprecht, originator of the “Get Chipotle […]
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Peter Pan took Liberty University’s theater program to new heights, April 13, as the curtain opened on Alluvion Stage Company’s premiere production. The show, the first to feature alumni and students together on one stage, sold out in its first weekend, offering promise to future Alluvion productions. “It was a solid opening show,” Alluvion Stage Company’s Artistic Director and Peter […]
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Liberty University’s Association of Students of African Descent hosted their annual fashion show, Strike a Pose, Africa! this past Saturday to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS. The show was geared in a way so that students could be informed of the impact that HIV/AIDS has on the world around them. It also exposed the students to various African foods, dialects, clothing […]
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The late Dr. Jerry Falwell Sr. always said that if it’s Christian, it should be better, and the school board here at Liberty University has taken that to heart. In May 2011, Liberty announced plans for adding a film school to the Communication Studies department, giving students interested in storytelling and videography a unique and accelerated learning experience. Almost one […]
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ALD honor society holds spring initiation April 13 to induct 345 new members, including 80 online students The Towns Auditorium was nearly filled to capacity Friday night as the Alpha Lambda Delta (ALD) Honor Society held its spring initiation and reception event April 13. A total of 345 students were initiated during the ceremony. Eighty of those students are enrolled […]
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Congressman Robert Hurt urged Liberty students to take action with economic crisis, 2012 presidential election Congressman Robert Hurt came to Liberty University on Thursday, April 3, to speak to the College Republicans about their responsibility to be out in the community and making a difference for the upcoming presidential election. “Consider your time these six months … be willing to […]
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President of Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays and Gays (PFOX) Greg Quinlan addressed a group of students last week at the Helms School of Government. In his speech, this former gay activist addressed issues such as how homosexuality impacts the United States, if it is possible to change homosexual tendencies and how he believes Christians should interact with homosexual individuals. […]
Read moreEleven Liberty University faculty members were honored this month with the announcement of the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Teaching. This is the second year for the awards, which were instituted by the Center for Teaching Excellence. According to Center for Teaching Excellence Director Sharon Wheeler, the awards are given based on category, allowing for teachers at all levels to […]
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As Americans face potential reform for their health care, many may need to reform their health habits as a means to alleviate pressure on their well being and their wallets. Many residents within Virginia, including those in Lynchburg, have fallen victim to the sweeping health problems that are increasingly common nationwide. Obesity, cancer and heart disease are just a few […]
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Liberty senior Sarah Joyner advocates for the adoption of holy dressing through fashion website Who said girls can’t be fashionable and modest at the same time? According to the blog Fearlessly Chique, girls can keep up with the latest trends without giving into the media’s lies that midriffs should show and necklines should plunge. Senior Sarah Joyner said she felt […]
Read moreStudents conclude successful season at National Debate Tournament, set Liberty University records Liberty University’s debate team conquered the competition, the Cross Examination Debate Association (CEDA). Throughout the season, the team has come out strong against all of its participants. The team competed with three separate organizations at once, which included the American Debate Association (ADA), CEDA and National Debate Tournament […]
Read moreStudent associations discuss various hot topic issues at Political Policy Forum The College Republicans, College Democrats and Libertarians of Liberty University debated on President Obama’s healthcare plan Thursday, April 12. As one of the most controversial issues in American politics today, the topic of Individual Mandate within the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act has been in the spotlight this […]
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Dining out could get more expensive if the current proposed city budget is accepted. According to the 2013 Fiscal Year budget report released by City Council, the Eat for Education tax proposal is suggesting a one percent increase to raise current local taxes from 6.5 percent to 7.5 percent for all meals bought in the City of Lynchburg, raising the […]
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