Racing unpopular due to misconceptions
Racing is a sport that has been misconstrued by many. As a race car driver myself I do not take offense to anyone that does not like racing, because for the most part they are just misinformed or have been…
After recent proposal, end of lockout in sight
The latest rounds of the NHL CBA negotiations look very promising after the league stepped up to the plate by presenting a legitimate offer that should help end the lockout. The league proposed a six-year CBA, with a mutual option…
Assassination controversy
It is coming to light that President Obama’s administration may very well be involved in the biggest cover-up in our nation’s history. On Sept. 11, 2012, the American Consulate in Benghazi, Libya was attacked and Ambassador Chris Stevens along with…
Electronic cigarettes included in 2014 ban: Real Talk with Shelly & Ted
Shelly Sloan is the Health Promotion Coordinator and Ted Winkworth is the Alcohol and Other Drug Program Coordinator. You can find them at the Lifestyles Center in Walker Health Center. Shelly received her Master’s Degree in Community Health Education and…
Go to polls with best intentions in mind
As Americans, we are responsible for our country, its safety and its stability. We should not forget this on Nov. 6 when we head to the polls. This nation was formed for the people, by the people, but cannot continue…
ORGANIZATIONAL UNITY
The Oswegonian is hectic on Thursday nights—and that is an understatement. Between writing, editing, layout, more editing and the plethora of other various tasks that consume our time, it takes a special group of college students to complete these tasks…
7-Election Presidential Coffee Cup Poll *WEB EXCLUSIVE*
As the Nov. 6 presidential election approaches, anticipation continues to brew as political advertisements and signs of support for the presidential candidates are everywhere. Bumper stickers, lawn signs and campaign buttons are typical campaign advertising, but 7-Eleven convenience stores offer…
NHL cancels first two weeks of schedule, lockout negotiations continue *WEB EXCLUSIVE*
The NHL made a huge statement when they cancelled the first two weeks of the season—82 games in total— on Oct. 4, but negotiations between both sides have continued. It should be noted that only the first two weeks of…
During election season, candidates will do whatever it takes to win
Romney switches his stances on key issues as often as most of us change clothes. Add this to the fact that he refuses to reveal any real facts about his apparently flawless plans, and the result is a frightening formula…
MLB fans can expect a wild October
It’s a new era for Major League Baseball, and I’m not just speaking about the new playoff system. Usually eras in baseball transition smoothly, but this year the transition was very abrupt. Five out the eight teams still playing did…
