By Carter James, editor in chief Big budget films seem to be in a weird spot right now. You’re either trying to make a cinematic universe, start a franchise or click the reset button because you’re on life support. Since Disney bought 20th Century…
Letter to the editor: A survivor speaks out
Warning: the following article contains discussions of sexual assault that may be distressing to some readers. If you experience sexual assault, please contact SafeHouse of Shelby County at 205-669-7233 for their 24-hour crisis help line. By Ariel Hall When I saw…
Council passes truck traffic and no-parking ordinances
By Cady Inabinett The Montevallo City Council approved two new ordinances at their Nov. 8 meeting. Both were introduced at the group’s prior meeting on Oct. 25. The first ordinance prohibits through-traffic for trucks on roads within city…
Faculty Spotlight: Stefan Forrester
By Nethan Crew Dr. Stefan Forrester is the only philosophy professor at the University of Montevallo. Forrester teaches philosophy courses as well as some cross-listed, team-taught classes with other professors. One of these classes in particular is “Global Environmental…
Pep band set to play at basketball games…
By Wesley Walter The University of Montevallo Music Department announced it is starting a pep band to perform during all UM basketball games played at home. The band will consist of both traditional band instruments and a rhythm…
Strand Coffeehouse to bring gourmet coffee to Montevallo
By Raegan Lindsey Strand Coffeehouse, opening in the former Strand movie theater on Main Street, is set to become Montevallo’s newest business. The owner Sean Eichelberger, is not new to the coffee scene. Eichelberger spent…
A Rerun of Placation
By Rose Davis The United Nations met from Oct. 31 to Nov. 12 for the annual Climate Change meeting and I'm unsurprised it was lackluster. At one time I'd be disappointed, even infuriated, by a lack of mass action. However, at this…
Mountain biking team idea cycles into development
By. Jayden Presley UM’s decision to renovate the former golf course brought forth several different ideas, including the announcement of a new mountain biking team. Dr. Shawn Mitchell, associate professor in exercise and nutrition science, will be…