2008 Woodie Awards
The House has approved a two-year, $18.5 billion budget that includes about $200 million in additional revenues from a proposed hike in the cigarette tax. Lawmakers approved the spending plan by a vote of 84-14. Smokers would pay an additional 25 cents a pack for cigarettes to generate money to help the state cope with a projected $900 million financial shortfall.
For the first time in school history, the women's basketball team will compete in the NCAA tournament. Saturday, the Racers clinched the Ohio Valley Conference title by defeating the Eastern Illinois Panthers, 69-58. After finishing the regular season with a 21-7 record, the Racers went into the conference tournament as the No.
Last Friday, Murray State experienced the first test of the telephone emergency notification system coming to campus in efforts of further protecting and informing students. While the notification system represents another effort to heighten awareness on campus, David McGary, Murray State telecommunications manager, said while the precaution's broader aim is to protect students, the new installation will most directly affect the University's faculty and staff.
When David Wilson was appointed interim housing director in 2001 by University President Kern Alexander, he thought it would be a temporary position. Five years later, Wilson was finally given the position of director of housing by current President Randy Dunn.
The Student Government Association has been taking a hard look at election rules and procedures to possibly implement substantial changes before student elections in April. Wes Hunt, junior from Crayne, Ky., was appointed to become the chair of the Election Ways and Means Committee.
Robin Phelps Assistant News Editor The battle among Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama has become popularized through the media for several months. With two non-traditional front-running candidates - a white woman and a black man - the 2008 presidential election has seen a significant change from the past.
This is the week John McCain takes a measure of what the Republican nomination is worth. The Arizona senator, less than a week removed from having secured enough delegates to become his party's presidential candidate, has set out on a nationwide fundraising drive aimed at restocking his campaign kitty.
Emily Wuchner News Editor It was the bottom of the sixth with two outs as John Yates settled in behind home plate. The year was 1963 and Yates was catching for the Murray State baseball team in a seven-inning conference game against Austin Peay. Yates signaled for a curveball but the pitcher shook him off and threw a fastball, allowing a single and ending the chances for a no-hitter.
After almost a year of planning and an estimated $8 million tab, the myGate training and implementation is underway, Josh Jacobs, special projects coordinator in the Office of the President, said. "Behind the scenes people are working tirelessly to make sure all of the right connections are made before we go live," Jacobs, who is also the communication manager for myGate implementation, said.
The newly chartered Phi Beta Delta Honors Society of Murray State will hold its initial induction of members later this semester, Mark Galloway, international student adviser and Murray State's charter coordinator said. The Eta Gamma chapter of Phi Beta Delta received its charter in January after a year and a half of preparation, Galloway said.
When children do poorly in school, some blame their lack of dedication, focus or proper behavior. Yale professor James Comer, in his lecture Friday, pointed the finger at parents and the school system. "Many of these so-called 'behavior problems' we're seeing are a result of schools being organized and managed poorly," Comer said to an audience of professionals and education students gathered in Alexander Hall.
Silas House is ready for his next visit to Murray. House spoke on campus last week as part of the Jesse Stuart Kentucky Writers Series. In his introduction, campus officials announced his book, "Clay's Quilt," will be the Freshman Reading Experience book for fall 2008.
March 6 1:25 a.m. A caller from U.S. Hwy. 641 North and Radio Road reported a vehicle off the road possibly having car trouble. The Calloway County Sheriff's Office was notified. 12:16 p.m. A caller from the Hart College lobby reported being light-headed and requested Emergency Medical Services.
Student Government Association Minutes March 26, 2008 Eric King, President Calls meeting to order Secretary calls roll Guest: -Dr. Don Robertson, VP Student Affairs No Report -Mr. Richard Fritz, Food Services Director: New organic coffee in Winslow Dining Hall and new bio-degradable cups.
