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Saturday, May 25, 2013

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K-9 among graduates at Honors Convocation

Last week’s West Virginia University Commencement ceremonies were a time to celebrate more than 4,000 students’ accomplishments – including a furry four-legged graduate Elkie. Full story

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WVU baseball team aids Oklahoma

When Randy Mazey and the West Virginia baseball team began preparations for this week’s Big 12 Conference tournament in Oklahoma City, the Mountaineers’ goal was to win games and try to bring home a conference title or secure a spot in the NCAA tournament. Full story

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Irvin violated league policy

Former West Virginia Mountaineer and current Seattle Seahawks defensive end, Bruce Irvin has been suspended for four games by the NFL for violating the league policy on performance-enhancing drugs. According to Sports Radio KJR (Seattle), Irvin tested positive for Adderall abuse. Irvin will not appeal the suspension. Full story

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Obama’s unacceptable attack on the press

For much of the past week, the Obama Administration has been on the defensive. Full story

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John Prine, Holly Williams to play at CAC

Two talented and legendary country and folk singer/songwriters will be taking the stage at the West Virginia University Creative Arts Center June 1st. Full story

SGA approves sanctions against cited admins

 

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New store offers ‘Wild West’ apparel

For Morgantown residents, the "Wild West" just got a little bit closer. Full story

Sports

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Austin claims Male Athlete of Year

Following a superb senior year, The DA’s staff has chosen Tavon Austin the 2012-2013 Male Athlete of the Year. After one of the most historic Mountaineer performances against Oklahoma, a game in which he had 572 all-purpose yards, Austin took his performance to the next level as he received All-American honors for the second consecutive season. Full story

Opinion

FirstEnergy ignites controversy

West Virginians are no strangers to being pushed around by big business interests. Full story

Editorial - Designer drugs need better regulation

In a recent ruling, United States District Court Judge Irene Keeley rejected suspected bath salt distributor John Skruck’s motion to postpone trial. As it stands, Skruck will be appearing in court May 14 for selling synthetic marijuana and bath salts in the Clarksburg, W.Va., area. Full story

Arts & Entertainment

New novel takes closer look at the life of Zelda Fitzgerald

Think of the name Fitzgerald. What comes to mind? "The Great Gatsby," of course, but also "The Beautiful and the Damned," "This Side of Paradise" and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." Full story

Nataline Maines makes a comeback with ‘Mother’

Most well known for her role as lead vocalist of the Dixie Chicks, Natalie Maines is back in the music industry after a seven-year absence. Full story