Student News Source at Piedmont Virginia Community College
Callista Bandy, staff writer Staunton, Virginia, is a city like any other in the valley with restaurants, entertainment, and family owned stores. However, as of last year towards the end of September, Staunton transformed into a Harry Potter fans dream. Last year, the festivities (then known as Queen City Potter Party) were only one day, […]
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Ray Petree III, staff writer John Lennon’s words, echoed by Stevie Wonder’s rich and powerful voice, reverberated through the crowd at Scotts Stadium: “You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you will join us, and the world will be as one.” A message so powerful, that it […]
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Skye Scott, assistant editor On Friday, Aug. 25, PVCC students, faculty, and staff gathered with their friends and family outside PVCC’s main building for some fun and entertainment in the warm summer weather. Fireflies twinkled in the air as people played volleyball and spikeball while enjoying free popcorn. However, the highlight of the evening began […]
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Jake Delaurier, staff writer As the school year comes to a close, students have a lot to look forward to during their break from school such as this year’s slate of summer movies. Summer time is always packed with blockbusters to see, and this year is no exception. The superhero genre has easily become one […]
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MaKayla Grapperhaus, staff writer Located on The Corner, The Pigeon Hole is just a short walk from University of Virginia (U.Va). Under the shelter of a large oak tree, the bright blue house with its wooden porch is the perfect spot for Sunday brunch. The Pigeon Hole gives customers the option of dining inside or […]
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Marlie Soderquist, staff writer On the March 18, 2017, the Chainsmokers, DJ and producer duo Alex Pall and Andrew Taggart, performed at the John Paul Jones arena alongside Kiiara, Emily Warren, and Illesium. The duo became a sensation after their 2014 song “#Selfie” which was popular in multiple countries. They are more known for the […]
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Joe Fowler, online editor Twenty-five years have passed since heavy metal band Body Count released their controversial, self-titled debut album. The band made headlines with lyrical content that drew the ire of law-enforcement agencies, the National Rifle Association, and former-President George H.W. Bush and his second-in-command Dan Quayle. Over two decades and several albums later, […]
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Skye Scott, assistant editor On April 27, 2017, the wings of the Dickinson theatre main stage buzzed with excitement as dance club members anxiously waited for their cue. These seven Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) students were about to participate in the first dance club showcase. Backstage, costumes and makeup covered the counters of the […]
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Tucker Noelke, staff writer New to the already diverse series of unique restaurants on the UVA Corner, located on 14th Street NW, is Poke Sushi Bowl. Its healthy and trendy menu make it a popular choice among the college community. I walked in to find a line of students patiently waiting. Grace Deal, who attends […]
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Olivia Stevens, staff writer On April 14, 2017 at Piedmont Community College (PVCC), the Student Government Association (SGA) will be having their second annual talent show. The talent show will showcase students showing a variety of different talents from PVCC. Students will be competing against each other for a grand prize of $250. Second place […]
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