Blane Ashley Stone, a junior psychology major from Valdosta, died unexpectedly on Jan. 1, 2023. Stone was a member of Abundant Life Church of God. She enjoyed singing and acting. She also adored her 4-year-old daughter, Blithe Beck. A GoFundMe campaign was organized by close friends of Stone’s that is going to be used to purchase a memorial for her ...
Read More »BREAKING: Armed robbery near VSU campus
On Jan. 12, students received a text message and phone call from VSU stating that there had been an armed robbery reported at Azalea Woods. At 8:38 PM, the text message read, “Armed robbery was reported at Azalea Woods (Mary St – Off Campus) Suspect was last seen heading south, away from campus. Avoid this area until further notice.” This ...
Read More »VSU Students Rank Tops in Global Virtual Sales Competitions
On Monday, Nov. 21, six VSU students in the Professional Selling (MKTG 4130) class taught by Associate Professor Dr. Gary Futrell were recognized during a virtual ceremony. “These students showed amazing dedication and a desire to excel,” Dr. Futrell said. “This is the first time we’ve participated in the competition, and they performed even better than I could have imagined. ...
Read More »Ashley Cinemas lights up the night one last time
On July 22, VSU posted to Facebook stating that Ashley Cinemas would be lit up for the last time on July 23 and July 24 so the community could have a final farewell before demolition begins. The red and white lights shined bright on the dark parking lot pavement as movie-goers from Ashley Cinemas’ past sat and reminisced on good ...
Read More »Tunes to kick off your summer break
Hello, Spectator readers! Classes might be out right now, but the Spectator will always keep readers informed. I’m here with my favorite summer songs to add to your summer playlists. These are some songs that if you see me driving around Valdosta during the day, I’ll have them blaring through my speakers with my windows down. No shame, just vibes. Let’s ...
Read More »Depp v. Heard: the trial continues
Three years past since Amber Heard officially made a lawsuit against Johnny Depp and has gone underway in Fairfax Virginia on April 11. Heard and Depp met in 2009 and were married by 2015. In 2016, Heard publicly accused Depp of leaving a myriad of bruises on her face, accusing that Depp had attacked her with a phone by throwing ...
Read More »Doja calls it quits
During the Asunción festival, singer and entertainer Doja Cat has announced on twitter that she is stepping back from the music industry. Following the Paraguay performance in the aftermath of a massive storm, Doja Cat took to the online social media platform to air her grievances to the public. Given that the storm flooded the festival grounds, this isn’t exactly ...
Read More »New music to add to your summer playlist
With Summer right around the corner, everyone wants to know the music coming out and the music already out and ready to add to their summer playlist. Miley Cyrus’s new album “Attention” came out April 1. It features everything Miley Cyrus from her iconic old songs like “7 Things” and “The Climb.” As well as her newer era like “Bangerz” ...
Read More »Grammys 2022: Snubs vs Dubs
The 64th annual Grammy Awards were hosted on April 3,which came with controversies of who won what award and who deserved to win but fell short. While some wins were well-deserved and predictable, others blindsided the audience with glee or disappointment. Some of the best albums and songs this year earned their spot as winners. They were adored, so much ...
Read More »“It’s time. See you on the other side.”: ‘Stranger Things’ returns for fourth season
“Stranger Things” trailer had dropped on April 12 announcing that it will be returning for another season after a three year wait. After season three, the group has left Hawkins and traveled as far away in order to get away from whatever curse the town has on itself. Abandoning Hopper, Hawkins, and the friends that have been killed as a ...
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