The largest television network and one of the largest cable distributors announced a merge last week, solidifying a grim future for opponents of media consolidation.…
Author: Teresa Ristow
Gas prices creep higher
The national average for gas prices is creeping higher, with a solid 20 cent increase since late November, the New York Times reported. A research…
Stricter child pornography law in the works
Oregon Attorney General John Kroger plans to make a push for a state law that would make the viewing of child pornography illegal. The Oregon…
Student filmmaker wins year supply of yogurt
One Southern Oregon University video production team is tasting victory after winning a year supply of yogurt in a commercial creating contest. SOU senior Jotham…
La Niña brings snow
La Nina is in full swing in southern Oregon, already bringing a series of early winter storms and plenty of snow pack. The counterpart of…
African president refuses to step down
Ivory Coast President Laurent Gbagbo is refusing to leave office as president, even after Alassane Ouattara was officially recognized as the winner of last November’s…
Riot Grrrls join together
A new club for Riot Grrrls has formed in Ashland by Southern Oregon University students. The club, based on an underground feminist movement of the…
Former president details “Decision Points”
Former President George W. Bush’s new book Decision Points was released Tuesday, chronicling the parts of his presidency that gained the most attention. Bush, who…
Rubes cartoonist shares inspirations and struggles
Rubes comic creator Leigh Rubin shared the history and inspiration for his cartoon Wednesday night at SOU. Rubin told stories of raising his three sons…
Congressman speaks to student veterans
Congressman Greg Walden visited SOU for Veteran’s Day last week, speaking to a crowd with many student veterans. Walden congratulated SOU for their work with…