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Rock Hill Holds Annual “Come See Me” Festival

30Apr

By Leanna Sheffield SheffieldNo Comments

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Rock Hill Holds Annual “Come See Me” Festival

Written By Leanna Sheffield Photos By Weston Hook Local News The Come-See-Me Festival is Rock Hill’s annual welcome to spring. This year’s festival is taking place from April 16 to April 25. It includes over 60 events for all ages to enjoy, many of which are free to attend. The festival started as a weekend festival in 1962 to encourage the community to visit Rock Hill during the spring. It was founded by former Rock Hill mayor and state senator C. H. Albright and Illustrator Vernon Grant. Grant provided illustrations of the festival mascot, Glen the Frog; however he is most known for creating the Kellogg's characters Snap, Krackle, and Pop. Every year a new design is chosen by the festival chair to represent the mascot. This year, the festival started off with a parad...

A Journey Through ‘An Enemy of the People’

30Apr

By Mia MolfettaNo Comments

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A Journey Through ‘An Enemy of the People’

Winthrop’s latest theatre production, “An Enemy of the People,” wrapped up on April 12 after a five-day run of showing beginning April 8. The show was originally written by playwright Henrik Ibsen in 1882 and later translated from Norwegian to English in 1890. The play was eventful and surprisingly important to the environment today. From the beginning to the end of the show, it explored topics of conflict towards personal integrity and public opinion, corruption of politics and truth versus power. The play dwelled on how people with power will abuse it to the point they ignore the truth, so they can reap the benefit. The play was heavy with philosophical and social subjects that intermingle with the concept of “truth.” People will always fight for what they believe in, e...

Women’s History Month Recital Celebrates Women in the Arts

30Mar

By Dakota GoldNo Comments

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Women’s History Month Recital Celebrates Women in the Arts

The Women's History Month Recital Recognizes the Contributions of Women through Poetry & Music Written By Dakota Gold Arts & Culture The Women’s History Month Recital held on March 3 recognized and celebrated the accomplishments of women throughout the centuries. Through art forms like music and poetry, women leave their mark and prove their dedication and persistence. This common time event was curated by the English and Music departments. Dr. Kristen Wunderlich, professor of music, coordinated the event and performed a vocal piece created by her friend and colleague after the passing of her mother. The piece reminds the audience of the profound love of mothers that continues to breathe in absence. Prior to performing, Wunderlich dedicated the event to Dr. Jo Koster, p...

Winthrop Students Take to the Airwaves on Eagle Air

30Mar

By Daniel CocklinNo Comments

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Winthrop Students Take to the Airwaves on Eagle Air

Written By Daniel Cocklin Arts & Culture Title: Winthrop University Eagle Air Radio Spotlight Students experience hosting their own radio show Byline: Daniel Cocklin Eagle Air is the 24-hour online radio station at Winthrop University. The student-run station features music ranging from KPop to rock to R&B rap. However, Eagle Air provides more than just a chance to play music—it offers a space to explore passions, build skills, and connect with others through radio. But, who are some of the students behind the mic? Sophomore English major Gabriela Griggs, host of “Mercurial Mesh,” said she started her show to share the music she loves while also gaining experience with radio. Griggs, who wants to be a professor, says that Eagle Air is a way to show her passion out...

The Impact of “The Escape; or, a Leap for Freedom”

30Mar

By Mia MolfettaNo Comments

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The Impact of “The Escape; or, a Leap for Freedom”

The Impact of “The Escape; or, A Leap for Freedom” This story mentions themes of racism and sexual violence that may be disturbing for some readers. Written By Mia Molfetta Arts & Culture Winthrop’s Theatre Department’s production of “The Escape; or, A Leap for Freedom” was originally written by William Wells Brown and later adapted by Dr. Marvin McAllister. It was a comedic yet raw masterpiece. The posters did not do any of it enough justice for how incredible the entire cast was from the delivery to the sets and clothing. The topics ranged from the harsh truths of slavery, escaping for freedom, marriage within the environment of being owned by different families and the harsh belief that people thought slavery was the right way of life. The audience praised the play w...