Emily in Spain: Two Months In
Today marks two months in Málaga, Spain—the longest I’ve been away from home in my life. The crazy thing is,…
Perspectives
Former Maryville High School teacher opens Beard Brothers Coffee in town
The air was warm with a gentle breeze, and the sun shone down brightly above, the outdoors suddenly smelling like…
Emily in Spain: Getting Settled
If you caught my last column, you might recall that I’m studying abroad in Southern Spain this semester. Now that…
Male Vulnerability in the Athletic Environment
A topic I recently came across and have been pondering ever since is male vulnerability in the athletic environment. Watching…
Local Legends: Mountain lions on the prowl in East Tennessee?
There is no arguing that the southern Smoky Mountains are home to an array of wildlife. The National Park Service…
Experts debunk myths about “red flags” in romantic relationships
Hookup culture is common in college settings. Why else do we create Tinder accounts? Your “sneaky link” is just a…
Constant Contradictions: When should the holiday season start?
Festive music, shining lights, and the scent of pine are all markers of the holiday season. But when should you…
Taylor Swift Returns to Pop Era With Vulnerability in “Midnights”
Upon first listen, I was intrigued by the use of voice effects and the new sound that Taylor Swift utilizes…
Making Time For Holiday Traditions
Sometimes, as I get older, the holidays feel like they are starting to lose the magic they had in childhood.…