DECEMBER 2005
ARTS & LIFE
Books
'Exodus'
still a riveting read, nearly 50 years after it was
first published
Uris explains at the beginning of his book that Exodus
is fiction. The important thing is that many of the
events described in the book actually happened. /
By Megan Roe
USU
students create the book they wish they had as kids
Late one night during a shift at a youth rehabilitation
center, two young counselors -- a journalist and artist
-- discovered their mutual dream to create a children's
book. / By Shauna Leavitt
Culture
Eating
disorders linked to media's 'ideal' body image
There are 3 billion women who don't look like supermodels
and only eight who do. / By Lexie Kite
Pop
culture? It's more than whatever you want, gosh!
When was the last time you went through an
entire day without quoting a movie? / By Diana Maxfield
Myspace.com
is 'home' for thousands of USU students
The ability to communicate so effectively is one of
the reasons why Myspace is so well-liked. If you can't
reach someone in the instant messaging you can leave
an e-mail. If you want to announce a party you can send
out a mass bulletin. / By Greg Carter
Marry
me? There must be 50 ways to pop the question
I used to think that an engagement ring was traditionally
delivered in a small package, a nice velvet box possibly
wrapped with a bow. / By Natalie Naylor
Modesty:
Could it really be the hot new trend?
The dictionary definition of modesty: "propriety in
dress, speech, or conduct." The real definition of modesty:
Hot! And it looks like the fashion industry is starting
to agree. / By Kathryn Kemp
Finding
Zion: A journey through the world's burdens to a place
of unity and peace
Sport utility vehicles and minivans -- not handcarts
and wagons -- push forward through downtown Salt Lake
City's unusually heavy traffic on the first weekend
in October. / By Lexie Kite
Features
If
you're getting 'glam' for holiday parties, don't forget
your make-up
With Santa Claus loading his sleigh, and the holiday
celebrations well under way, it's time to get ready!
Getting party-ready, that is. / By Lindsey West
Got
something to tell the world? Grab your keyboard and
blog it
In the super fast-paced world
of the Internet, fads come and go faster than you can
say eBay. / By Brianne Olsen
USU's
ropes course a good way to build group unity and leadership
Ropes courses promote leadership, teamwork and self-confidence
using unique hands-on tactics. Participants scurry across
ladders, ropes, cables and nets. / By Chelsea Nelson
Moab's
the oasis of Utah
It is where Thelma and Louise took their deadly
plunge; a young Indiana Jones began his last crusade
and where visitors can go on camel expeditions. /
By Lacy Lindstrom
Hot
tips for a smooth transition from studenthood to the
world of work
Walking around campus lately you may see more troubled
faces on your fellow students than would otherwise be
considered normal. / By Amber E. Brown
The
legend of Arthur Bowers: World's toughest granddad
I miss my granddad. He went on a trip last
year to a better place. I look forward to seeing him
again someday, but hopefully not for a while. /
By Jon Arthur Perry
Spending
Christmas break in Logan won't make it blue
If you are one the few students who are stuck here in
Cache Valley for the Christmas break, don't worry. /
By Jared Sagers
Angie's
famous hangover breakfast saves the day
"What would you guys like to drink?" Contrary
to what we had answered the night before, "We would
like a huge pitcher of water... Oh, and coffee." /
By Lauren Murakami
Life
after 'make-out mishaps' -- how to appreciate your embarrassing
moments
Granny panties can be defined as fluffy underpants that
cover the entire derriere from cheek to cheek. /
By Trisha Taggart
IMA
scores touchdown with annual Turkey Bowl
Thanksgiving is a time for giving, eating, and football.
Every year the Institute Men's Association at the Logan
L.D.S. Institute combines the three. / By Joseph
Sheppard
Wishing
that Christmas was less commercial? Take a peek at celebrations
around the world
Just like the Christmas holiday is a mixture of pagan
and Christian symbols and values, American Christmas
traditions are a mixture of traditions from all over
the world. / By Brittany Nelson
Ski
down a hill or curl up by the fire, but enjoy your winter
break
Students who have spent the last four months studying,
cramming and complaining about school, now find themselves
with lots of extra time on their hands. / By Maren
Marie Hintz
The
goose is getting fat . . . some ideas for new holiday
meals
Many of us are used to gathering around a tasty oven-roasted
turkey or a baked ham at this time of year. If you'd
like to continue with these old stand-bys, consider
a new method of preparation. / By Ryan Reeder
It's
time for the family Pike party -- and I fit right in!
Our annual "Pike party" is a gathering of people
who have absolutely nothing in common except blood.
And I'm still doubtful about that. / By Gentri Lawrence
The
whole meaning of Christmas
My mother would always make hot chocolate for us children
after we came in from playing in the snow. We took family
shopping trips each year to Provo or Salt Lake City.
I thought it always an adventure to inconspicuously
purchase gifts and hide them in the car without family
members seeing them. I had a different hiding spot for
the gifts each year. / By Reba Stringham
Proud
to be a Christmas fanatic -- it's what I do best
Credit cards are being swiped and bells are being jingled
a little more frequently this time of year. Yes, Christmas
Day is rapidly approaching and holiday shoppers are
busy checking their lists twice to make sure they haven't
forgotten anything. / By Brock Anderson
OK,
I admit it -- I hate snow
Utah is known for its great snow. Its powder is perfect
for snowboarding, skiing and sledding. There are so
many fun activities to do when it snows. I used to wonder
how anyone could hate it. Now I know why. / By Tatiana
Southam
Meals
on Wheels important in keeping senior citizens independent,
healthy
Cache County senior citizens aren't just playing
golf and knitting doilies, as they're often portrayed.
/ By Sarah West
Fountain
of youth? It's staying active and involved, say Cache
seniors
Helping senior citizens staying active and social is
the goal for many local centers that cater to older
people. "Keeping active keeps you younger," Stacy Abbott,
activities coordinator of the Senior Citizens Center
said. / By Manette Newbold
Lewiston
scouts recall benefits of earning Eagle rank
Troy Karren, who earned his Eagle in 1973 at the young
age of 13, knows the benefits of achieving an eagle
rank and has helped more than 12 scouts on their Eagle
project. / By Sarah Ali
Campus
is friendlier to wheelchairs than it used to be, but
winter is tough
Getting around in a wheelchair can be difficult at times,
depending on how accessible the area is. Utah State
University campus has become progressively more accessible
to those in wheelchairs as the need has grown. /
By Holly Adams
The
real deal on inane reality shows
I live in a house with six other strangers. We all come
from different backgrounds, different areas of the country
and we all have very different lifestyles. / By
Emma Tippetts
Rating
the store brands to see who'll be 'top nog'
For as far back as my mind remembers, I have been an
eggnog connoisseur. I've tasted about every type non-alcoholic
eggnog there is. / By Randah Griffiths
If
we can't define Christmas with snow, let's try food
and football
A white Christmas seems ideal, but why let weather determine
how things will turn out for the holidays? / By
Kevin Nielsen
Review:
USU's 'Macbeth' is not for lethargic playgoers
"There's husbandry in heaven, their candles are
all out." Try to decipher the meaning of that sentence,
Shakespearean laypersons. Now, imagine that the aforementioned
phrase was uttered in a Scottish accent. / By Brad
Plothow
Get
smart -- intelligence is the fountain of youth
Ever
since the start of time people have searched in vain
for the fountain of youth or the holy grail, which as
we learned from Indiana Jones holds the same powers.
There may be an easier way to live longer. No, it's
not a diet and no, it's not exercise. / By Kevin
Nielsen
Frontier
Christmas celebration will benefit community food pantry
The American West
Heritage Center hopes to provide food for the needy
while helping visitors experience old and new Christmas
traditions. The heritage center will hold its annual
Frontier Christmas, with free admission in exchange
for non-perishable food or small gift donations, on
Saturday, Dec. 10, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. / by Angel
Larsen
Superstar
of belly dancing to participate in USU 'Soiree'
Belly dancing, the art associated with the sultans and
sheikhs in the deserts of Arabia, seems hardly fit to
be found in the snowy mountain valley of Utah. /
By Sarah Ali
Curses!
Centuries-old hex on USU play?
For superstitious thespians, hearing "good luck" before
a performance is a kiss of death. But those two words
aren't the only ones tabooed by performing artists.
"Never say 'Macbeth'" while in the theater, says one
who would know. / By Brad Plothow
Music
Everything
you wanted to know about the iPod
It's the newest technology craze, and it's changing
the face of the music industry. / By Amanda Bolton
My
short but stellar career as a rock star with Blind Iris
In the summer of 2003 I became convinced I was going
to become a rock star. And why wouldn't I? My band,
Blind Iris, had just found out our song Drive
was going to be included on the new Tony Hawk video
game. / By Jon Perry
Wild Art
Navel
gazing: USU's Middle Eastern Dance group performs and
hosts superstar Ansuya / Photos courtesy of Sarah Ali
First
big snow of the season at USU / Photos by Robert McDaniel
BUSINESS NEWS
BIZ FEATURES
A
car-buying guide to keep you from having fits
"They tell you anything to get you in, but then they
change their story. The only difference between them
and a stripper in Las Vegas is . . . hell, I don't know
a difference, they've got all the big lights and everything,"
said Bill Wright, Lewiston dairy farmer. / By Chris
Johnsen
Zanavoo's
chef says service is about finding your niche
Take a drive a few miles up Logan Canyon and you'll
find one of Cache Valley's oldest restaurants. /
By Dave Noack
Lewiston's
Smoky Ridge jerky company dreams of national presence
New owners of Smoky Ridge Jerky have big plans for the
small town jerky shop. / By Sarah Ali
NEWS
Across Bridgerland
Is
Internet blogging here to stay? Utah journalists weigh
in
If you've watched CNN, performed a Google search
or checked a friend's online profile, you know you can't
escape them -- they have infiltrated mainstream media.
/ By Brooke Nelson
72
years later, Carbon and Sanpete still fighting over
dam on Gooseberry Creek
In 1933, the Bureau of Reclamation outlined its plans
to construct a dam and reservoir on Gooseberry Creek
to provide Sanpete County farmers adequate water. Now,
70 years and countless broken promises later, the dam
remains unbuilt. / By Jon Cox
Suit
alleges Forest Service acted illegally in reversing
motorized closure
Four organizations including three from Cache County
filed suit against the U.S. Forest Service on Thursday
in U.S. District Court, seeking to restore a non-motorized
closure in an area known as the Franklin Basin in northern
Utah. The original closure was part of an updated Wasatch
Cache National Forest 2003 Forest Plan.
Local News
Fun
Park grand opening scheduled for April
Cache Valley is wont for skyscrapers, but one structure
south of Logan is reaching for the sky. "It's too
scary for me," Kathy Archer said of the "Sonic
Boom." / By Brad Plothow
90%
of USU students are married before graduation
The 90 percent statistic will not come as a surprise
to most people familiar with Utah's religious culture.
/ By Jake Oyler
Smithfield
council gives youth members a vote of thanks
Smithfield's City Council had a few extra members Wednesday
night, when the city's youth council shadowed various
members of the council. / By Kathryn Kemp
Box
Elder residents speak their minds in nation's happy
holidays' debate
What is the bright green fir or pine tree covered in
twinkling lights? Is it a Christmas tree or a holiday
tree? / By Angel Larsen
Nibley's
plans to expand commercial business along US 89-91 worry
Logan
Huge growth has Nibley officials looking to bring commercial
business into the city, and this move has some nearby
communities worried about possible impact on traffic
flow and way of life. / By Diana Maxfield
Lewiston
arts council will judge residents' Christmas lights
displays Thursday
Lewiston's annual Christmas lights contest will end
Thursday, with the city's arts council driving around
the city to judge everyone's lights. / By Sarah
Ali
North
Logan works on creating a cemetery the town can call
its own
It's a city that calls itself "the best place to call
home." It's only a home to the living, however. Its
residents, although they might be born and raised in
the small city, must find somewhere else to be buried
when they die. / By Natalie Andrews
Broken
bank door probably vandalism, not burglary
Reports of broken glass on the side door of
Zion's Bank last Thursday morning turned out to be a
not as serious as expected. / By Sarah Ali
New
'high road' connecting Smithfield, Hyde Park and North
Logan gathers support
The hope of having a main road that would go straight
from North Logan to Smithfield may be farther away than
some city and county officials had hoped. / By Kathryn
Kemp
River
Heights works with state and national groups to preserve
Zollinger Farm
The preservation of the Zollinger Farm near River Heights
is the latest conservation effort being made in the
valley. / By Brock Anderson
Annexing
the Cobblestone area is on Mendon's new year's resolution
list
Many residents of Mendon are surprised to learn that
an area at the south end of the city, known as Cobblestone,
is not officially a part of the city. / By Marty
Archibald
Property
taxes funded public schools almost 20 percent less this
year
Cache County taxpayers may have noticed a decrease in
the percentage of their property tax that is used to
pay for public schools this year after viewing their
truth in taxation notice. / By Emil Dixon
Who's
on the right side in Paradise water standoff? It's a
pot-boiler
In the arid West, it is said that water runs uphill
toward money. / By Jen Beasley
Arrests
for drunken driving increase in winter, police say
With the temperature changes of winter comes possible
crime changes for law enforcement officers. / By
Angel Larsen
Inmate
assaults sheriff's deputy at jail
An inmate at the Cache County Jail assaulted a deputy
Wednesday night when they were trying to move him. /
By Holly Adams
Man
must complete sex offender treatment for probation violation
James Boyd Davenport was sentenced to an indeterminate
amount of time in jail and completion of the sex offender
treatment program at the Northern Utah Treatment Center.
/ By Jen Beasley
Mendon's
holiday lights go on despite frigid cold
About 150 people braved freezing temperatures Tuesday
night and came out to watch the city's Christmas lighting
ceremony. / By Marty Archibald
Man's
sentencing for assault scheduled for January
A man who pleaded guilty to a domestic violence charge
will be sentenced in January after a pre-sentence investigation.
/ By Kathryn Kemp
No.
1 tip for driving in winter weather? Slow down
Christmas trees,
bright lights and decorations are beginning to come
up. But with the approaching holiday comes the onset
of winter weather and potentially dangerous driving
conditions. / By Sarah West
$50,000
damage to home and garage from car fire
A car fire caused approximately $50,000 worth of damage
to a garage and condo unit Wednesday afternoon at 109
Penhurst Place, when a 1983 Nissan Pulsar caught fire.
/ By Emil Dixon
Newton
puts teeth into dog laws; kennel owners not happy
The Town Council voted unanimously to change Newton's
dog ordinances Thursday night and all agreed canines
are a big deal. / By Manette Newbold
Mendon's
'Cottage Library' off to a healthy start
Since its opening July 23, the Mendon Cottage
Library has grown substantially due to support from
the local community. / By Marty Archibald
Alcohol-related
arrests make up 60 percent of USU's crime
The number of arrests by the Utah State
Police Department of minors in possession of alcohol
(MIPs) have not yet passed last year's rate, but with
the holiday season comes potential for more alcohol-related
incidents. / By Jen Beasley
Paradise
firefighters sound an alarm for more help
If you're "warm and breathing," Troy Frederickson wants
you. / By Jen Beasley
Nibley
council approves city's first neighborhood commercial
zone
The City Council voted to approve a zone change on 3.34
acres near 3100 S. Main, changing a residential zone
to the city's first neighborhood commercial zone. /
By Diana Maxfield
Hyrum
student receives governor's scholar award
Not many USU students can say they've met the governor,
seen his mansion and are already doing research that
benefits others, without having graduated from college
yet. But one sophomore has done just that. / By
Sarah West
Mendon
still looking for donations to restore old railroad
station
What once was the passenger and shipping
hub for Mendon will soon be a community center for the
city. / By Marty Archibald
Police
arrest Providence man suspected of stealing meat
A man was arrested and taken to jail Tuesday morning
on suspicion of breaking into a Logan home and stealing
frozen meat, according to police reports. / By Manette
Newbold
National & International
News
ESL
classes helping international students overcome language
barrier
From classrooms to chat rooms, exposure is the best
English teacher. / By Blake Berrett
Vote
in a small Iraqi town reflects changes in the wind
More than half of the Yathreeb area's 35,000 residents
voted in the Iraqi general elections last week without
incidence. Although insurgents caused disruptions at
other polling sites in Iraq, calm prevailed in this
community not far from Logistical Support Area Anaconda.
/ By Marshall Thompson
New
technology connects us instantly, but there's a flip
side, speaker says
The key to protecting American freedoms as the development
of new technology progresses lies in knowledge, according
to Kyle Water. / By Sarah Ali
OPINION
Roommates
should respect each other's space, time and possessions
We always thought part of the college experience would
be the awesome roommates that we get to live with, who
we'd have late night parties and therapy sessions with.
/ By Sarah West
Chivalry's
dead, and women killed it
Dating used to be easy -- well, easier. Dad would go
out and pick a nice man for his daughter and they got
married. That was the end. / By Mikaylie Kartchner
Professors,
we're in this together, so let's not compete
As a senior graduating in May, I have felt several of
my classes displayed nothing less than competition.
Not competition among my classmates but competition
among my professors. / By Marie MacKay
Without
Santa, Christmas lost most of its magic
My earliest memory of Christmas is sitting in my car
seat with my four brothers and sisters in the car, singing
carols as my dad drives. / By Sarah Hill
December
USU grads, you've learned what it means to be an Aggie
In a frantic rush of finals, activities and friends,
college quickly passes by. / By Brady Beck
Help
fight resistant bacteria; don't overuse antibiotics
Antibiotics are a great thing until they are abused.
/ By Molly Hillyard
Living
out your fantasies in a virtual world can be hazardous
The Internet is fast, easy and convenient. But it is
not always friendly. Which is what makes blogging so
interesting. / By Brooke Nelson
Teach
teens about the consequences of drinking pop
Soda pop machines should be left out of elementary schools
but allowed in middle/junior high and high schools.
/ By Angel Larsen
Those
good, old-fashioned Christmas days are vanishing
Christmas time used to be so magical when we were all
kids. / By Elsa Lee
I'm
punctual to a fault, and here's why
"You're gonna be
late for school. You'd better run!" my mom shouted from
her second-story bedroom window. She was still in her
fuzzy green pajamas so she pulled the sheets around
her, only allowing her face to show -- as if the sheets
were going to hide her pajamas from the neighborhood.
/ By Randah Griffiths
The
cars in my life have never been perfect, but I can dream
I always hated getting
gas in the Malibu. I flipped down the license plate,
unlocked the gas cap with a key, and kneeled on the
hard cement, holding the pump handle the entire time.
Mom made the mistake once of not holding the gas pump
in. It fell out and gas sprayed everywhere. / By
Sarah West
Need
a haircut? Tips and tricks for men looking for a trim
Haircuts
are a necessary part of life. A well-groomed man needs
a trim six or more times a year. If he doesn't know
somebody who cuts hair, he must choose whether to go
to a professional stylist or a hair-college student.
Both have their ups and downs, but I've found a few
ways to get what I want out of my visits to the chop
shop. / By Jon Perry
Pre-marital
'marriage education' should be mandatory in Utah
Hair
stylists, chefs and nail technicians are all required
to have state licenses. Clients look for them to be
displayed on the wall, or at the very least, tacked
to the door or mirror to ensure those providing services
have the proper training and education to be operating
a business. These licenses are non-negotiable: no license,
no business. No one questions the logic behind the requirements
and no one would ever suggest that personal freedoms
are being imposed on by these mandates. / By Brooke
Nelson
SPORTS AND RECREATION
A
guide to 4-wheeling adventures close to home
Some days I can almost hear the peaks shadowing Utah
State University begging me to come explore them. But
some research is necessary when you experience nature
dirt bike or 4-wheeler style. / By Ashley Schiller
Aggie
basketball fans, it's Oquirrh Bucket time
Wake up, Aggie fans, another basketball year is among
us and it is time to show your support for your team
in helping lift them past in-state rivals, Utah, BYU
and Weber State. / By Bevin Cox
USU
track star recounts his path from Namibia to Logan
I grew up in a beautiful
city called Windhoek; it has a population of about 223,364
residents. Windhoek is the capital city of Namibia.
/ By Dasheek Akwenye
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