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Local district could face fine over Native American mascot
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Local district could face fine over Native American mascot

Camden Frontier schools’ Redskins mascot could cost the school five to 10 percent of its state aid. Michigan State Superintendent Brian Whiston is investigating whether or not he can fine schools with Native American mascots. Whiston is currently waiting to hear from Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette on  whether he has the authority to do...

In search of John Mayer: Singer-songwriter continues to redefine himself in new tour and album
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In search of John Mayer: Singer-songwriter continues to redefine himself in new tour and album

John Mayer begins his next tour, The Search for Everything, on March 31. To build the hype, the singer-songwriter has been releasing EP tracks four at a time until he will finally release his 14-track album this spring. It’s not really cool to like John Mayer, but we shamefaced fans are dying of excitement. Quietly,...

At Hillsdale, professors self-censor to teach best
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At Hillsdale, professors self-censor to teach best

Professor of Sociology Peter Blum wore black the day after the November election, mourning the results. Now his lapel sometimes sports a safety pin, an expression of solidarity with those who may feel unsafe in Trump’s America. Nevertheless, Blum said he doesn’t align himself with any political party. “Why should I?” he asked. “I’m not...

Softball goes .500 to open conference play
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Softball goes .500 to open conference play

After beginning conference play over the weekend, the Hillsdale College softball team split doubleheaders against University of Findlay and Tiffin University, leaving the Chargers 2-2 in conference and 12-15 overall on the season. The Chargers opened the conference season with a 4-2 win against Findlay on Friday, when freshman pitcher Dana Weidinger’s four strikeouts and...