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Further gun control not the answer

Kyle Zimmerman, Staff Photographer October 8, 2017

From the horrific events of the Las Vegas shooting, comes the ever-growing talk of “gun control.” California Senator Dianne Feinstein is attempting to introduce yet another new bill that would limit...

Noam Chomsky has railed against political corruption, including gerrymandering and oppression of everyday citizens by elite members of society.

Political change necessary for America

Nick Sallen, Copy Editor October 8, 2017

Partisanship, political donations, poor leadership and a lack of transparency riddle the United States government, and I fear the lack of stability among our nation’s leaders could spoil the economic...

Half Brothers Brewing Company will offer 11 beers at their grand opening on Friday, October 6, 2017 in downtown Grand Forks.

New brew in town

Shelby Johnson, Features Editor October 4, 2017

“Local. Local. Local.” Chad Gunderson’s goal is to make his brewery a community space for the people of Grand Forks. From the artwork hung on the wall to the local bands that will play for the whole...

Ellyssa Peterson, a freshman student athlete from Nashwauk, Minnesota, is a member of the UND cross country team.

Big fish out of a small pond

Madison Overby, Staff Writer October 4, 2017

Ellyssa Peterson, a freshman at the University of North Dakota, always had her eyes set on running at the collegiate level. Many high school athletes at small schools have trouble succeeding and getting...

Making more free books available to students

Making more free books available to students

Diane Newberry, News Editor October 4, 2017

Even amidst budget upheaval, the University of North Dakota has saved students $3.7 million in textbook costs over the last two academic years through a revolutionary new program. Dean of Libraries and...

Getting restful, quality sleep is key for all students, but especially so for those in college.

The necessity of sleep to college students

Jill Morton, Staff Writer October 4, 2017

How often do you wake up wanting more than anything to throw your alarm clock across the room and crawl back under your warm blankets? Turns out, a lot of people feel this way most mornings. An article...

Nelsons Pumpkin Patch in Emerado, N.D. sells pumpkins such as these during the fall season.

Nelson’s Pumpkin Patch

Devon Abler, Staff Writer October 4, 2017

North Dakota is known for its small towns and endless fields. For students here on the UND campus, finding activities aside from sporting events is difficult. What is a student to do? The Grand Forks...

Former UND defenseman Tucker Poolman, who signed a one-year, $1.78 million contract with the Winnipeg Jets on March 30, 2017, was named to the opening-day roster of the Jets on Tuesday, October 3, 2017.

Poolman’s Debut

Kyle Kinnamon, Staff Writer October 4, 2017

Former University of North Dakota hockey player Tucker Poolman is set to make his National Hockey League debut with the Winnipeg Jets on opening night. Poolman survived the preseason cuts and reassignments...

Middle hitter Faith Dooley jumps to spike the ball against NDSU last season at the Betty Engelstad Sioux Center.

Building on Success

Cole Johnson, Staff Writer October 4, 2017

Last year, UND Women’s Volleyball became the first team in school history to advance to the NCAA Division I Tournament, this year, they have started hotter than ever. UND has begun the 2017 season at...

WWE wrestler Seth Rollins stands on the ropes during Fridays WWE event at the Alerus Center.

Night of Professional Wrestling at the Alerus

Diane Newberry, News Editor October 1, 2017

Torin Walhood never thought he would find himself at a World Wrestling Entertainment event in Grand Forks, North Dakota. In fact, he was only vaguely aware of what the WWE was when I called him on the...

Players kneel on the Ravens sideline before the game in London versus the Jacksonville Jaguars. Joining the players was retired linebacker Ray Lewis, second from right.

No protests in football, No Trump in football

Aimee Coons, Staff Writer October 1, 2017

Religious freedom and peaceful protest is protected under the Constitution, so why would these players get reprimanded? To kneel, to stand or to not participate are the current options for our nation's...

 Hurricane forces pile up debris on a coastal beach

In solidarity with Puerto Rico

Nick Sallen, Staff Writer October 1, 2017

Hurricane Maria wreaked havoc on Puerto Rico and other U.S. Virgin Islands with high winds and massive flooding. The hurricane has left the island without power by flooding streets, damaging buildings,...

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