Story by Deanna Atkins and Aimee Gardere
On Saturday, April 6th at 1:49 a.m., a gunshot was fired on Eigth Street outside of Colorado Ponga’s and Joel’s Bar.
According to the police report, there were at least four individuals participating in a physical fight in the street when the shot was fired. Police arrived on the scene within seconds afterward. No fatalities were reported.
Four men fled the scene in a white van...
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Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor,
I write this to you just one day after the announcement of Chris and Shelly Aaland's unceremonious firing from FLC. I will give full disclosure, as of today, I am a former FLC student, athlete, Alumni Association Board Member, donor and supporter... and yes, I also consider the Aaland's close personal...
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Story by Meryl Ramsey
The Associated Students of Fort Lewis College Election are underway. Many students have done the work to fill out nomination packets, and ballots are now almost closed. Friday, April 5, is the last day to vote.
The initial elections took place on Mon. April 1, 2013 and Tues. April 2, 2013 through campus computers as well as at...
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Story by Megan West-Fogarty
The two milestone cases, coming from both California and Washington, which have been brought to the Supreme Court about same sex marriage, are staying central to their states. Although this controversial issue is making news nationwide, there is little chance of a countrywide answer, The Huffington Post reported.
“I think that, while the Supreme Court may take their time on...
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Story by Trevor Ogborn
Chris Aaland, assistant director of athletics for communications, and his wife, Shelly Aaland, the women’s volleyball coach, have been laid off by Fort Lewis College.
According to Athletic Director Gary Hunter, both Aalands are working with an attorney regarding the matter.
Hunter denied further comment.
Both Aalands’ Facebook pages have been updated to reflect the...
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