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Brock Willard editor in chief  A brand-new trailer for the live action remake of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” released recently and there are many keyboard warriors furious that the actress playing the title character Ariel is black. There are people mad that a fictional mermaid happens to be black. On …

Curtis Meyer reporter  With a win at Nebraska Kearney last week, the Gorillas look to improve to 3-0 on the season as they play Northeastern here at home.   “Going 1-0 every week, that’s our mindset.” Said head coach Brian Wright.    Pittsburg impressed last Thursday, with a 72-yard pass in the …

Curtis Meyer reporter  “It’s just important to remember, it’s done so much to shape our culture today, and we just need to remember,” said Adam Parish, ROTC cadet.  This past Sunday marked twenty years since the attacks on of Sept. 11, 2001. In memory of that event, the Pitt State …

Curtis Meyer reporter  The Solo and Chamber Series kicked off with the first concert of this season, featuring the Black Oak ensemble.   “It’s probably one of my favorite Solo and Chambers Series that I’ve come (to),” said Kassidy Toomay, senior in music education.  Black Oak Ensemble is a trio, comprised …

Bella Mezzacapo photojournalist  When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, it took a toll on Pittsburg’s Community Garden. Until recently, it has been out of commission.  On Thursday Sep. 8, members of ENACTUS met at the First Christian Church, where the Community Garden is located, to break ground and bring in new …

Bella Mezzacapo photojournalist  What was once called “Phi Beta Lambda” is now Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). The name that was decided for postsecondary divisions, PBL, was changed this summer. Formerly, FBLA was the title given to middle school and high school divisions.  The organization had their first meeting …

Bella Mezzacapo photojournalist  The White Coat Ceremony is a ritual dating back to 1993 that emphasizes compassionate, collaborative, scientifically excellent care from the very first day of training. This ceremony was formerly only used to recognize doctors, but the ceremony has been extended to nursing programs. This gives students a …

Alyssa Tyler copy editor  On Sept. 9 at the Evergy Courtyard, singer-songwriter John Calvin Abney performed a free concert for all attendees and gave local businesses a chance to showcase their products. Olive Street Presents formally brought in Abney to perform.   “I am looking forward to the fact that there’s …

Alyssa Tyler copy editor  A 5k and 1-mile fun run was hosted in Gorilla Village on Sept. 10 by the Honors College. All proceeds from the race went to the ALS Association Midamerica Chapter in support of Pittsburg State University professor, Craig Fuchs.  “Some of my students from the Honors …

Curtis Meyer reporter  The Gorillas are victorious again this week with a 35-28 win over the Kearney Lopers. In a close game Pitt State scored a touchdown in the final minute to get the win.   “We didn’t flinch, down 14-0, just proud of these guys and the way they responded,” …