By M.K. Bryant, News editor Eclipse Coffee and Books opened its doors in 2001, and quickly became a major part of the Montevallo community. In June 2017, the owners of Eclipse, Cheryl and Michael Patton…
Provost speaks at SGA Town Hall
On Tuesday, Oct. 24, SGA hosted the academic year’s first Town Hall in Farmer Hall’s meeting room. The night featured two speakers: UM’s new provost, Dr. James McDonald and Library Director Charlotte Ford. McDonald spoke…
Montevallo inclusivity forum prompts community discussion
On Thursday, Sept. 28, UMOM was host to a night of open community discussion. Students, UM faculty and Montevallo locals alike attended the Montevallo Community Inclusivity Forum to discuss the possibility of the city enacting…
Main Street makeover almost complete
Montevallo Main Street is currently undergoing renovations. Photo by Katie Compton As Summer draws to a close, normal student life here at the University begins again. After the initial excitement of orientations, reunions and new…
Annual Main Street parade brings early holiday cheer
Students and Montevallo residents gathered on Main Street on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. for the city’s annual holiday parade. The parade featured various organizations and sports teams from both the University as well…
Lecture series brings Lilly Ledbetter to Montevallo
Ledbetter speaks from the stage in the Parnell Memorial Library Theatre. The lecture consisted of an overview of her life as an advocate for fair pay and a call-to-action of young female students. Photo by…
Revisiting same-sex marriage laws
Since Judge Callie V. S. Granade ruled the same-sex marriage laws of Alabama unconstitutional, the stay for Alabama’s same-sex marriage law was put into place. Turmoil began Feb. 9, when the Supreme Court refused to block…
City of Montevallo debuts new smartphone app
The app includes a brief history of the city and a photo gallery of specific locations and events. Photo by Katie Compton. Montevallo residents and UM students now have the ability to access a map,…