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Skye Scott, assistant editor The sun was golden, creating a soft light in the sky; however, it was rapidly sinking behind the mountains. The cold wind blew through the trees, rustling the leaves that had dared to grow so early in March. People balanced on a cliff that seemed the edge of the world, their […]
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Sean Gill, staff writer Mayor Mike Signer made a strong declaration for Charlottesville as he announced the city as a Capital of the Resistance on Jan. 31 in front of hundreds that gathered at Charlottesville City Hall. It was a declaration made in response to President Donald J. Trump’s executive order filed on Friday, Jan. […]
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Shawn Stevenson, staff writer The Nook, a breakfast and lunch diner has everything to offer from friendly smiles, great customer hospitality and the best bacon around Charlottesville, The Nook has made its mark in our community. Starting in 1951, this traditional family-owned restaurant has great food at even better prices. The Nook continues to welcome […]
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For as long as he can remember, current PVCC student Ahmed Al Srya, 26, was a refugee. He went from being a Palestinian refugee growing up in Iraq to finally arriving in Charlottesville on July 7, 2010, at the age of 19. He officially took his Naturalization Oath of Allegiance to the United States of […]
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MaKayla Grapperhaus, staff writer Pizza is a big deal here in Charlottesville, Virginia. At Benny Deluca’s, the pizza is big enough to satisfy even the most hungry college student. Located on West Main Street, just a short walk from the University of Virginia, Benny Deluca’s offers pizza enthusiasts a real treat. Calling themselves “Home of […]
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Joe Fowler, staff writer The Student Government Association (SGA) president sat outside of Jimmy John’s reviewing research on the differences between fungal growth on organic and conventionally grown apples. Making use of his free time, he waited patiently for a discussion on recent changes to immigration law. Wadah Al Mulhim, the SGA president, is a […]
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Charles Stish, staff writer YOGAVILLE, VA – On Jan 31, 2017, at around 9:15 p.m. the residents of Karuna Lane were enjoying a regular, but abnormally warm, winter Tuesday night in the rural wilderness of Buckingham county, secluded from any major points of civilization. The street was quiet with only the light from windows, […]
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Skye Scott, assistant editor On Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, people across the U.S. marched and rallied in support of the women’s march happening in the District of Columbia. The point of these marches was to show support for women’s rights and equality. One mini-march and rally was held in Charlottesville at the IX Art Park […]
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Skye Scott, assistant editor The Forum club would like to welcome all PVCC students to the Spring 2017 semester. This semester should prove to be an exciting time at PVCC, with plenty of events during the week and on weekends. There are also plenty of support services here for new and current students. The Forum […]
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Antonia Florence, assistant editor A class missed is instruction lost. An assignment not turned in can lower a final grade. In college, we have deadlines to meet and when missed, most students share the reason with their instructor. However, some reasons sound silly or unbelievable even when they are the truth. However, some missed deadlines […]
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