The Edge

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NEWS 12/1/22 3:45pm

Burlington Police Department investigates false report of active shooter at Williams High School

By Miranda Ferrante

The Burlington Police Department received a call at approximately 9:30 a.m. that said there was an active shooter inside Walter M. Williams High School in Burlington, according to public information officer Emily-Lynn Adkins. The 911 call has since been deemed a false report and the department is investigating. 

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NEWS 12/1/22 2:49pm

Former Elon University admissions staff member dies unexpectedly

By Kyra O'Connor

Meredith Smith, former Elon University admissions staff member, died unexpectedly on Nov. 27 at 35 years old. Smith started her work in admissions as an undergraduate student and worked with the university for over 18 years.  

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SPORTS 12/1/22 1:25pm

Graduate student steps on court for final year with Elon University women's basketball

By Mason Willett

With her final season on Elon’s women’s basketball team underway, graduate student Evonna McGill continues to be a leader on the court, even as she prepares for her future off of it.

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SPORTS 11/30/22 10:36pm

Elon University men’s basketball loses seventh straight

By Jesse Gordon

In the 177th all-time meeting between Elon and High Point, the Phoenix fell 84-70 to its local rival for its seventh straight loss. 

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LIFESTYLE 11/30/22 5:06pm

Vote for your favorite dining, shopping, entertainment outlets in and around Elon University

By Elon News Network

Elon News Network’s Best Of edition surveys students, faculty, staff and the general community to garner opinions on the best dining, shopping, entertainment outlets and more in the area. The survey will close on Dec. 7. 

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SPORTS 11/30/22 12:56pm

The Billy Taylor Era

By Caleigh Lawlor

As the men’s basketball team enters the 2022-23 season, a new era of Phoenix basketball is beginning. Nicknamed the “Billy Taylor Era” by Elon Athletics after new head coach Billy Taylor, the Phoenix is looking to have a successful season this year. 

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SPORTS 11/30/22 11:00am

Elon University men’s basketball rebounds and rebuilds in new season

By Mason Willett

Elon men’s basketball knew it had a lot on its plate following an array of changes after its last season: new head coach Billy Taylor, several players transferring out and five new freshmen, including two walk-ons. 

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SPORTS 11/30/22 11:00am

Elon University women’s basketball tips off season with young roster

By Max Wallace

A young Elon University women’s basketball team jumped into its season earlier in November after months of off-season preparation

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NEWS 11/29/22 11:22pm

Elon University students, community members attend Lights and Luminaries Festival

By Anne Thyfault

The Festival of Lights and Luminaries once again brought together the Elon University campus and surrounding community in celebration of different cultures, religions and traditions. 

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NEWS 11/29/22 5:49pm

Elon University’s fall 2022 Human Donor Memorial honors silent teachers

By Ryan Kupperman

The fall 2022 Human Donor Memorial will be held Thursday, Dec. 1 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in McCoy Commons.

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NEWS 11/28/22 9:14am

Elon University to host Festival of Lights and Luminaries

By Anne Thyfault

Elon University’s campus will shine bright with lights Tuesday for its annual Festival of Lights and Luminaries. The campus tradition, held from 6:30 to 8 p.m., is a space where students and community members can learn about the diverse religions, cultures and traditions represented on Elon’s campus.

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SPORTS 11/27/22 6:17pm

Elon men’s basketball loses sixth straight game

By Mason Willett

After a strong first half, the Elon University struggled in the second half against Radford on Sunday, losing 69-53 for a sixth consecutive loss. The team is now 1-6 on the season. 

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SPORTS 11/26/22 5:32pm

Elon University football’s season ends with loss to Furman

By Kole Noble

The Elon University football team fell 31-6 to Furman in the first round of the FCS playoffs on Saturday, as the Phoenix offense struggled to establish its running game. 

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LIFESTYLE 11/23/22 9:46am

Burlington gym teaches self defense for women

By Sophie Rosenthal and Jules Martin

For Burlington resident Shannon Marshall-Hughes, Krav Maga is the key to unleashing her “inner lioness.” She opened Pink & Fierce, a women’s self-defense gym located in Burlington, to help other women do the same through martial arts.

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LIFESTYLE 11/22/22 2:45pm

Local gardener expands company; finds personal growth

By Caroline Mitchell and Gianna Smurro

Robert Thomas, or “Gardener Bob” as Elon students know him, is embarking on his second year through local farmers markets. 

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SPORTS 11/21/22 11:01am

5-star freshmen headline Elon’s women’s tennis

By Matthew Farina

Elon University’s women’s tennis team has a lot to look forward to in the spring. Freshmen Madison Cordisco and Helen Sarikulaya, both five-star recruits according to The Tennis Recruiting Network, are two of the highest ranked players the program has ever seen. Their skill translated fast, as they posted a combined 14-2 record in singles and 5-1 playing doubles together. 

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SPORTS 11/20/22 3:16pm

Elon University football selected to FCS playoffs

By Jacob Kisamore

For the first time since 2018, the Elon University football team has qualified for the FCS playoffs, as the Phoenix earned an at-large bid. Elon will travel to face Furman at noon on Nov. 26. 

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SPORTS 11/19/22 4:19pm

Elon University men’s basketball comes up short against NC State

By Mason Willett

The Elon University men’s basketball team kept it close throughout against NC State but came up short, falling 74-63 in its first road game of the season. 

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LIFESTYLE 11/18/22 12:16pm

PHOTO GALLERY: Preparing to light the green

By Elon News Network

The town of Elon will celebrate the holiday season Dec. 3 downtown. 

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NEWS 11/18/22 9:00am

Elon University partners its healthcare and communication systems with HealthEU, TimelyCare

By Caroline Beinfang , Sarah T. Moore and Ryan Kupperman

Elon’s partnership with TimelyCare comes in tandem with the launch of the HealthEU initiative — an integrated brand and hub of resources that looks at how to best help students, faculty and staff with their mental health, medical care and wellness needs.

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