• Etown Simplified: Five Steps to Create an Effective Daily Routine

    Etown Simplified: Five Steps to Create an Effective Daily Routine

    Have you ever asked yourself, “How can I use my time appropriately?” A key aspect of living a simple life is creating a routine and managing one’s time efficiently. Having a consistent routine has been shown to benefit mental and physical health and help create an overall happier individual. As Abraham Lincoln said, “Give me

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  • Movie Review: “Stronger” shares true story of hope

    Movie Review: “Stronger” shares true story of hope

    Some of the best heroes are those who clash with the greatest of adversities and emerge as the victor. These people strive to thrive and supersede the label of “victim” or “survivor.” They weather the highs and lows of their journey towards balance. The most astonishing fact, however, is that many of these heroes live

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  • Business Profile: Knock Knock Boutique

    Business Profile: Knock Knock Boutique

    Featuring colorful costume jewelry, fashionable fall accessories and unique gifts, Knock Knock Boutique is a charming addition to South Market Street. Since its opening in November 2016, the boutique has offered products from a variety of vendors at affordable prices. Along with a large range of fashion jewelry, shoppers can find accessories such as handbags,

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  • The Weekly Chirp: Is Climate Change a Legitimate Concern?

    The Weekly Chirp: Is Climate Change a Legitimate Concern?

    In the modern world, climate change is a topic that is argued and discussed by scientists, politicians and people around the world. Some stick to the belief that climate change is simply a hoax; many others stress the catastrophic effects that result from issues such as rising temperatures and extreme weather, and they repeatedly voice

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  • Jay’s Nest struggles with staff shortage

    Elizabethtown College provides lots of opportunities for student employment. One area that is always looking for student employees is Dining Services. These employees work in the Marketplace, the Jay’s Nest, the Blue Bean and Catering Services. However, this year there is a shortage of Dining Services staff. One reason for the shortage may be that

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  • The Weekly Chirp: Students, faculty weigh in on debate: Should everyone be an organ donor?

    Fans of singer and actress Selena Gomez were surprised and relieved by her recent announcement of receiving a kidney transplant earlier this month. Gomez received a kidney from friend and actress Francia Raisa. Complications from Gomez’s lupus caused her to have kidney problems that required the transplant. Since her lupus diagnosis in 2015, Gomez has

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  • Three steps will simplify your wardrobe

    Do you have clothes in your closet that still have price tags? Have you ever complained that you had nothing to wear while standing in front of a full closet? Simplifying your wardrobe can save time, money and energy. To do this, ask yourself these three questions about each piece of clothing you own. If

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  • Business Profile: Boothy’s brings life, variety to BBQ

    Business Profile: Boothy’s brings life, variety to BBQ

    While many mourned the loss of Pita Pit, Kevin Booth was hard at work bringing Boothy’s BBQ to life in the same building Pita Pit recently vacated. Boothy’s offers a wide range of selections and anyone can find something that they can eat, including multiple vegan options, cod tacos and salads. There is no style

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  • Review: “Woodstock”

    Portugal. The Man has been accumulating popularity with their latest album, “Woodstock, released June 16, 2017. The alternative rock band from Wasilla, Alaska, uses memorable and gripping music as a platform for societal and political commentary, an idea which inspired the “Woodstock” album title. Member John Gourley stated that music has the same mission now

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