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NEWS 8/31/22 8:13pm

EPA advisory outlines increasing levels of PFAS in drinking water

By Miranda Ferrante

Burlington supplies water to approximately 23,000 customer accounts and 57,000 residents  across Alamance and Guilford Counties, as well as communities including Gibsonville, Whitsett and Elon, according to Bob Patterson, water resource director. 

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NEWS 8/31/22 5:48pm

Southeast Alamance High School named by ABSS board

By Avery Sloan

The Alamance-Burlington School System Board of Education voted during its Aug. 30 meeting to name a new high school, Southeast Alamance High School. 

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NEWS 8/31/22 1:44pm

Billy D’s Fried Chicken opening date delayed

By Margaret Faust

Billy D’s Fried Chicken still isn’t here. The new retail dining option set to replace Pei Wei Asian Kitchen in McEwen Food Hall was intended to open with the fall semester. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/31/22 11:08am

All That JAS celebrates 20 years of business

By Ellis Chandler

Since opening, the store has moved locations three times and changed its inventory throughout. All That JAS started in Graybeal’s basement before moving to downtown Burlington. It relocated to the Faucette House on East Trollinger Avenue before finding its latest home at the downtown Elon location, where it’s been for over 10 years. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/31/22 9:12am

Burlington residents grateful for new, outdoor gym

By Ryan Kupperman

The completion of Burlington’s outdoor gym makes it the third one of its kind in the Alamance County area, along with the ones located on Elon University’s campus and in Mebane. Each court is essentially a mirrored version of one another — containing variants in color and visual aesthetic — as they were all designed by the National Fitness Campaign.

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NEWS 8/30/22 7:24pm

Seniors kick off 2022-23 academic year, reflect on Elon experience

By Avery Sloan

During Elon University’s Senior Kickoff celebration, Book encouraged students to enjoy their final year, to remember to give back and to reflect on their time at Elon. University President Connie Book said seeing seniors grow throughout their time at Elon is her favorite part of working in higher education. 

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NEWS 8/30/22 6:51pm

Elon University reports uptick in COVID-19 cases

By Sophie Rosenthal

Elon University reported 189 cases in the week ending Aug. 29, up from 23 the week before. An email from Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley Aug. 29 informed students of the uptick in cases. University physician Dr. Ginette Archinal said the increase doesn’t surprise her.

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NEWS 8/30/22 4:53pm

2023 Fiske Guide to Colleges recognizes Elon University

By Ryan Kupperman

Elon University was recognized by the 2023 Fiske Guide to Colleges as a pioneer in experiential learning and global engagement, according to a news release. 

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NEWS 8/29/22 8:23pm

ABSS celebrates first day of new school year

By Margaret Faust

Stepping off buses, hopping out of cars, waving from the doorway. Students said goodbye to parents and hello to a new  school year. Aug. 29 was the first day of school for everyone in the Alamance-Burlington School System. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/29/22 7:18pm

Burlington baker discusses setting boundaries as a Black woman business owner

By Chloe Franklin

August is National Black Business Month. Founded in 2004, the month seeks to both highlight and celebrate Black-owned businesses.

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NEWS 8/29/22 1:37pm

Elon engineering earns accreditation

By Avery Sloan

Elon University’s engineering program is now accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. This accreditation means that the program meets standards that will produce graduates able to enter technical fields. 

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NEWS 8/29/22 11:12am

Town of Elon residents pay fees for extra trash pick up

By Margaret Faust

Decluttering is often coupled with the beginning of the school year as students move into new homes off campus. Across the train tracks on Atkinson Avenue, a pile of discarded furniture such as mattresses, bed frames and lounge chairs sat on the curb. 

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SPORTS 8/29/22 12:53am

Elon University women’s soccer suffers first season loss to Virginia Tech

By Sammy Johnson

Elon University’s women’s soccer team was defeated by the Virginia Tech Hokies 5-1 at Rudd Field Aug. 28, making the team 1-1-1 this season. 

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NEWS 8/28/22 7:56pm

Answering questions about Elon campus safety

By Annemarie Bonner

Campus Police Chief Joe LeMire discussed safety for the school year, changes made to the department and the biggest concerns for the new academic year.

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SPORTS 8/28/22 3:56pm

Second-half surge propels Elon University men’s soccer to win against San Diego

By Jacob Kisamore

A trio of second-half goals propelled the Elon University men’s soccer team to a 3-0 win against the University of San Diego Toreros, as the Phoenix improved to 2-0-0 on the season. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/27/22 3:54pm

Elon University alumni host ‘biggest challenge yet’ on campus

By Ellis Chandler

Joey Gizzi and Steven Lannum, hosts of AreYouKiddingTV, returned to Elon University to host a series of challenges where Elon students could win prizes. One of the challenges this weekend was the duo's biggest one yet and included three locations. AreYouKiddingTV is set to return to campus for more challenges and fun on Homecoming Weekend.

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NEWS 8/27/22 12:31am

Carnival on the commons

By Haley Phelps

Elon’s Student Union Board hosted the annual fall carnival on Young Commons Aug. 26 from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. where students gathered with snacks and games.  

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SPORTS 8/26/22 8:43pm

Elon University men’s soccer shuts out Milwaukee in season opener

By Jacob Kisamore

For the second straight season, sophomore midfielder Scott Vatne scored a crucial goal for the Elon University men’s soccer team in its first regular season game, as a successful header in the 25th minute proved to be the game-winning tally in Elon’s 2-0 victory against the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers. 

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NEWS 8/26/22 6:37pm

Campus Pride names Elon University a top university for LGBTQIA+ students

By Miranda Ferrante

Elon University has been recognized as one of the top colleges and universities for LGBTQIA+ students in the 2022 “Best of the Best” list from Campus Pride. 

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NEWS 8/25/22 5:35pm

Meal plan vs. meal prep: the cost of eating habits at Elon University

By Claire Schoenfeld

In dining halls, students are given access to a variety of stations that can cater to different dietary needs and restrictions. According to the Elon Dining Website, dining hall meals are made with “responsibly sourced” ingredients, 20% of which ​​are grown, harvested or produced within 150 miles of campus and contain no “artificial ingredients, additives or synthetic chemicals.” 

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