We idolize athletes. They’re people we look up to. If we’re a fan of a certain player, we feel a special connection with them. Even though we haven’t met them and most likely never will, we feel like we’ve known them our whole lives because…
Posts published in September 2016
Legendary 90s punk-rock trio Nirvana released their breakthrough album “Nevermind” on Sept. 24, 1991. With Generation X hits like “Smells Like Teen Spirit” and “Lithium,” the band rocked the world of music and inspired other punk acts such as Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains…
I’m a guy that loves new technology — I’m always amazed at some of the things that were once only real in “The Jetsons.” It’s 2016 now, so some of those gizmos are becoming a reality or just more realistic for a larger consumer base.…
Bradley’s chapter of Sigma Kappa is the leading team in central Illinois and ninth nationally for its annual fundraiser, Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Beating 235 teams, Bradley’s Sigma Kappa chapter has raised about $16,400 for the Alzheimer’s Association so far. “We come from a fairly…
The Bradley men’s golf team continued its successful start to the season, shooting a team score of 880 and placing third overall at the Derek Dolenc Invitational in Edwardsville, Illinois. Sophomore Drake Bushong led the Braves by shooting a 215, good enough to earn him…
The Bradley volleyball team dropped its second conference match in a row last Saturday night. The Braves lost the match in straight sets at the hands of Illinois State. Although the Braves were unable to win a set, they showed resiliency throughout the match. After…
Elections bring out the best in people – citizens tune in to televised debates, do research on candidates and take to social media to voice their opinions. And rightfully so. This is an exciting time for America – we’re picking the leader of our country,…
No way! By: Cole Bredahl The New England Patriots entered the season favored to win Super Bowl LI with 5-1 odds, and though I believe they will, they won’t be perfect. The Patriots’ fans have started the “perfect” conversation after a 3-0 start without the…
The Bradley Braves club hockey team will play two games this weekend against Northwestern University at the Owens Center in Peoria. At 7 p.m. Sept. 30 the team will face off against the Northwestern Wildcats in the ACHA National Game of the Week. A shuttle…