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NEWS 2/12/20 12:47pm

Required registration hinders local low-risk sex offenders during reintegration

By Anton L. Delgado

While the sex offender registry is intended to keep the community safe, researchers have questioned its effectiveness. Studies have found that the difficulties offenders face as a result of the registry can lead to recidivism, the tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend. Left disadvantaged by the public registry and without a state-funded support structure, local offenders rely on community organizations for guidance.

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LIFESTYLE 2/12/20 12:18pm

Students explore womanhood and femininity in play, opening Valentine’s Day

By Kyra O'Connor

This Valentine’s Day, 22 Elon women will be taking the stage in the production Vagina Monologues, a play by Eve Ensler. Produced by Elon Feminist for Equality Change and Transformation, Vagina Monologues will have showings 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Feb. 14.

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NEWS 2/12/20 12:17pm

Elon University launches its 2030 strategic plan

By Hannah Massen

Elon’s Strategic Planning Committee presented the final draft of the 2020 – 2030 strategic plan at College Coffee on Tuesday, Feb. 11. “Boldly Elon” will dictate the university’s actions and initiatives over the next decade.

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SPORTS 2/9/20 8:42pm

Phoenix finish softball classic with back-to-back wins

By Carter Horan

After finishing 1-1 on Saturday, Elon softball (3-1) defeated the Longwood Lancers (2-2) Sunday afternoon at Hunt Softball Park for the last two games of the Elon Softball Classic.

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SPORTS 2/9/20 11:38am

Elon softball splits double header

By Jon Sarver Jr.

Elon University softball started the 2020 season with a double header at home. The Phoenix hosted the Elon Softball Classic after placing second in the Colonial Athletic Association Preseason Coaches’ Poll earlier this month. Elon collected its first victory of the season against the University of Rhode Island Rams, but lost in its second matchup against the Seton Hall University Pirates.

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SPORTS 2/8/20 7:01pm

Lacrosse downs Campbell in season opener for second year in a row

By BreShawn Holley

Elon lacrosse (1-0) routed the Campbell University Camels 12-5  (0-1) for its season opener against on Saturday afternoon. The Phoenix repeated dominance from last year’s opener when they defeated the Camels 15-5 on the road.

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NEWS 2/6/20 9:41am

County commissioners candidates discuss education, challenges the community face

By Mackenzie Wilkes

Ahead of the March 3 primary elections in North Carolina, candidates for Alamance County commissioners answered questions on Wednesday evening at a forum in a packed McKinnon hall at Elon University. There are 12 candidates,10 of which were present at the forum.

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LIFESTYLE 2/6/20 8:47am

BEST OF: Staff pick - favorite building on campus

By Jack Haley

A first impression is always important. Elon makes a statement with my personal favorite building on campus. Standing across from Belk Library, hiding Loy Commons from the rest of campus, is the Inman Admissions Building. 

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SPORTS 2/5/20 8:05pm

Power Five transfers sign-on to Elon football

By Alex Reynolds

Elon Football added 20 new players to its 2020 roster as a part of National Signing Day Feb. 5, 2020. The recruiting class consists of 14 freshmen and six transfer students, three of whom came from Power Five conferences.

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NEWS 2/5/20 12:43pm

One dead, one injured in shooting near Mill Point, no students involved

By Alex Roat and Grace Morris

This morning Elon Town Police responded to a shooting at 206 Pinedale Drive, about five minutes  from The Station at Mill Point, where they found two injured individuals. Jon Dooley, vice president for student life, also confirmed over email that "no students were involved in the incident."

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LIFESTYLE 2/5/20 8:34am

BEST OF: Best late-night food

By Sarah Daly

Open until 3 a.m. on Friday nights and located on campus, Lakeside Dining Hall provides an easy late-night option for students on a meal plan.

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LIFESTYLE 2/4/20 9:12am

SUB to host Nicole Byer as spring comedian

By Jack Haley

Elon University will be bringing actress and comedian Nicole Byer to campus on Wednesday, Feb. 19. The performance will be held in McCrary Theatre. Junior John Lee Rudolph will open for Byer.

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LIFESTYLE 2/4/20 9:08am

BEST OF: Coffee

By Carrie Underwood

North Williamson Avenue is home to many local Elon businesses, including The Oak House. The winner of “Best Coffee” has been a part of Elon’s community since Sept. 2014, providing the community with a reliable study space, exquisite coffee and a place to unwind with friends.

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LIFESTYLE 2/4/20 12:37am

BEST OF: Staff pick — best basketball court

By Jack McIntyre

Often overlooked, outdoor basketball courts are part of what makes Elon University’s campus so unique.

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LIFESTYLE 2/3/20 4:50pm

BEST OF: Staff pick — best homework and coffee spot

By Leila Wilhelm

College students know the power of caffeine better than anyone. If you’re an avid coffee-drinker looking for the best brew on campus, look no further than to The Oak House.

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NEWS 2/3/20 10:10am

Television producer Leonard Dick announced as commencement speaker

By Jack Haley

Television producer and current Elon University parent Leonard Dick will be delivering the commencement speech during graduation for the class of 2020.

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LIFESTYLE 2/3/20 8:41am

BEST OF: Dessert

By Cate McCahill

Smitty’s Ice Cream has become stiff competition for local dessert shops to beat.  

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LIFESTYLE 2/2/20 11:03am

BEST OF: Student Performance

By Zöe Rein

Director Douglas Hall turned 1950s-based “Damn Yankees” into a story relevant in the modern day for the Elon University drama department’s annual fall musical. Despite the play’s age, Hall said he believes that its story is still worthwhile.

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LIFESTYLE 2/2/20 10:21am

BEST OF: Vegan Option

By Leila Jackson

Village Juice Co., located above McEwen Dining Hall, is Elon’s favorite food option for vegan students or those who want a healthier breakfast or lunch.

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LIFESTYLE 2/1/20 7:21am

BEST OF: Breakfast

By Leila Jackson

Even though the renovated McEwen Dining Hall has only been open for about a year, it has quickly become Elon students’ favorite spot for breakfast.

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