Written by Lloydrica Hudson, Staff Reporter. “The Monkey” is a wild horror film that fully embraces its absurdity. Based on Stephen King’s short story, this adaptation blends eerie horror with dark humor, showcasing a mix of supernatural horror and outrageous, over-the-top deaths. The film follows twin brothers, Bill and Hal, in adolescence finding the toy monkey and experimenting with it ...

Written by Bailey Wilson, Managing Editor. VSU Theatre and Dance have continued to dazzle audiences with their spring dance concerts, and their latest show, “Evolve,” has taken the creativity of the department to new heights– in some moments, literally. The project includes a statewide premiere of a collaborative piece that has been years in the making, as well as VSU’s ...

Written by James Brown, Entertainment Editor. Grammy winning singer and songwriter the Weeknd released his long awaited sixth studio album “Hurry Up Tomorrow” On Jan. 31.  Many fans have been anticipating the album due to the Weeknd’s established skill as a performer, as well as his upcoming movie of the same name.  With all of the hype surrounding its release, I ...

Written by Jasmine Hightower, Copy Editor. Visiting artist Chico Sierra opened his exhibition, The Good Sun, on Feb.13 at the Dedo Maranville Gallery in the Fine Arts Building.  Originally from El Paso, Texas, Sierra’s artwork consists of the vibrancy of indigenous culture, pop art and his own cultural identity. Most of his artwork includes bright and vibrant colors and line ...

Written by Lloydrica Hudson, Staff Reporter. A hidden gem off Saint Augustine Road is a perfect way to describe Outback Steakhouse of Valdosta, Georgia.   A delightful greeting from the hostess Trish met with a smile and introduction to my table. She suggested the Blooming Onion, a must when dining in at any Outback.   The Blooming Onion is greasy, small, and ...

VSU has long upheld a reputation as a highly accredited institution, dedicated to fostering an inspiring education, a safe learning environment and a nurturing community. This mission is proudly stated, but some students wonder if their investment truly yields benefits in all aspects of their academic and daily lives.  According to the Office of Strategic Research and Analysis, only about ...

A packed house gathered in the Whitehead Auditorium to watch a “frightful” themed concert from the Valdosta Symphony Orchestra. The event took place on Saturday Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m.  The musicians and the audience came dressed head to toe in various costumes to celebrate the Halloween spirit. A cosplay competition occurred during intermission and over 40 people competed on ...

On Sept. 23, the Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts opened three new exhibitions, “Eye Candy” by Victor Bokas, “Degrees of Dissonance” by Annie B. Campbell and “By Heart” by the National Association of Women Artists.  The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts is a non-profit art center located in downtown, Valdosta, offering a wide variety of art ...

VSU Theatre is taking “show business” to new heights as they prepare for their upcoming performance of Chicago. The show, set to run from Oct. 31-Nov. 2 and Nov. 4-6, tells the classic story of greed, murder, and corruption, all under the backdrop of 1920s Chicago.  The musical starts with Vaudeville star Velma Kelly, played by Arianna Mangus, performing on-stage ...

“Pretty Little Liars: Summer School” season two was a harrowing experience compared to the previous season and the original “Pretty Little Liars” television series.  The Max drama series follows the events after “Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin” with new characters having to face a fate worse than death- summer school. Although this new plot may not be the one the ...