NEWS
Today’s Tech: New self-healing concrete uses bacteria to repair cracks in itself without help from humans
Concrete has been a staple material used in construction for a very long time. A person can find concrete almost anywhere they look. Its strength and durability are not to be scoffed at, with it being able to support drastic amounts of weight. However, even though it can support all of these structures, concrete has
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Business Buzz: FOX’s Kalshi partnership aims to boost engagement and revenue.
FOX’s partnership with Kalshi is primarily a response to the changing economics of modern media. The company announced it will integrate Kalshi’s prediction market data across FOX News, FOX Business and FOX One, adding real-time forecasting to its coverage of politics, economics and major events. While this can be seen as an innovation in information
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PA Politics: What is the state of Pennsylvania’s primary elections?
Another election year means another year in the political spotlight for Pennsylvania, the perennial swing state whose elections could be feasibly won by either party. Pennsylvania will have relatively few contested primaries on May 19, but the decisions may matter come November. Both the Democratic and Republican primaries for the state’s marquee governor’s race will
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CAMPUS LIFE
College Living: Dorm hacks to make your life easier
Many alumni reminisce about college being one of the best times of their lives. However, there’s no hard feelings when you graduate and leave behind cramped dorms, roommate disagreements, communal bathrooms and countless items that were packed and never used. I look back on my first semester and wish I had a comprehensive list of
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How to elevate dining hall desserts
Dining hall food can become boring after a while. So, how can students amplify their options? For many students, dessert is the highlight of a long day of classes and studying. But too often, that excitement can fade after a few bites. Cookies, cakes and whoopie pies may look appealing behind the glass, but without
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Andi’s Audio Corner: “Pinkerton” by Weezer
If you have visited my apartment, you would see a corner of my living room dedicated to my love of physical music. I have a three-tiered cart packed full of CDs, cassettes and vinyl records which is growing daily. It all started when my dad decided he didn’t need his CDs anymore and let me
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SPORTS
46 for Mummert, Etown wins in double overtime
The Elizabethtown College women’s basketball team went on the road this past weekend against Haverford College for a non-conference matchup. The Blue Jays headed into their first road contest of the season with a 1-0 record, defeating Rowan University in a narrow home victory 58-55. Etown was up significantly against the Profs, however, a late
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Blue jay swim falls to Catholic in conference matchup
The men’s and women’s swim teams fought hard against the Catholic Cardinals, but ended up falling short. The Cardinals, whose men’s team is the returning conference champions and women’s team is the returning conference runner-ups, is aiming for double champions at this year’s conference meet. Etown junior Katie Midura knew coming into this meet it
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Finarelli hits 1000, Etown men’s basketball defeats Rosemont
Elizabethtown College men’s basketball took on Rosemont College in their Toys for Tots Christmas fundraiser game on Saturday as they hoped to have their first 3-0 start since 2007. After their victory against Messiah College, the Blue Jays had secured their first 2-0 start since 2021, including a victory against Franklin & Marshall College. The
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FEATURES
Underneath the field and the fluff: the Marshmallow Game’s campus traditions
On Sept. 17, 2025 the Elizabethtown College men’s soccer team traveled to Messiah University for the annual Marshmallow Game. Students from both schools look forward to the Marshmallow Game every year with anticipation to throw marshmallows at the opposing school’s fans and onto the field. This yearly event attracts an enthusiastically charged audience excited to
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A night of surprise with the famous OSA Bingo
A beloved Elizabethtown College tradition is back this semester. The Office of Student Activities (OSA) hosted their semiannual Bingo Night which took place on Sept. 20, and it was a night to remember. It was a night of luck, laughter and prizes. Some of the prizes ranged from a Lego set to an ice maker
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Etown community gathers for suicide prevention week
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. According to the Jed Foundation for Mental Health, about 12.2% of adults aged 18-24 have reported dealing with suicidal thoughts over the past year. Now more than ever, it is important to do what is necessary to advocate for mental health and suicide prevention. Over the week of Sept.
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