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The Sun Spot: Shining a light on good news

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In a world filled with strife and conflict, it’s important to remember that there are good things to look for in day-to-day life. Locally, nationally or internationally, big or small, there’s always something to celebrate. In Whipsnade, England, visitors to the Whipsnade Zoo can spot five rare North African cubs that are beginning to...

Hoosiers head to the polls: 2026 Midterm update

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The Midterm Election is quickly approaching, and here is what you need to know. The Midterm General Elections is when all U.S. citizens are able to vote on who has a seat in Congress. Your District two candidates are Republican Rudy Yakym, who is running for reelection, Democrat Jamee Decio and Libertarian William Henry. ...

What the flock: these cameras aren’t here to protect you

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If you’re like me, you value your privacy. When you think of privacy, mass surveillance doesn’t exactly strike happiness in our hearts. Our government wants to tell you that these new flock cameras are “for your safety,” but I don’t feel safer knowing that I could be charged with a crime I didn’t commit solely...

RV industry raises concerns about deforestation

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The demand for recreational vehicles (RVs) in the U.S. has proven to be detrimental in many ways, most notably for the environmental consequences that come with RV production. The rainforests of Indonesia are being heavily deforested daily to support this demand. The RV industry is the largest consumer of tropical wood in the U.S....

Meet the Staff: Alcencee Jackson

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Hello, my name is Alcencee Jackson, or “Al” if you prefer. I’m a third year BFA student at IU South Bend. My concentration is in graphic design and I’m pretty passionate about it. I decided to pursue graphic design as a career after failing at architecture. Realizing that I needed to play to my strengths,...

Unconscious worlds brought to life in Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts exhibition:

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Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts held a reception on Oct. 1 to celebrate the work of contemporary artists in local and surrounding areas. Titled Memories and Mindscapes, the exhibition aims to explore inner landscapes and how they can coalesce with drawing as a medium. The panel discussion moderated by IU South Bend...

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