Hurricane Florence Coverage

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NEWS 2/23/26 1:55pm

Mebane City Council to expand offices, parking for staff

By Alannah Klingsporn

The Mebane City Council purchased a dentist's office and parking lot for $325,000 in a unanimous vote. The property is located across from the City Hall. North Carolina requires local governments to keep a minimum reserve — called a fund balance — equal to 8% of their annual general expenses.

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NEWS 2/23/26 9:58am

School of Education classrooms, offices move as Mooney renovations progress

By Lyda Cosgrove

Renovations to Elon University’s Mooney Building are in progress after it closed at the beginning of Winter Term. The building’s closure was announced Jan. 8 and renovations officially began Jan. 14. All upgrades are expected to be finished by the end of summer in time for the fall semester.

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NEWS 2/22/26 9:16pm

Community gathers at vigil commemorating lynching victim Wyatt Outlaw

By Trista Panagakos

Members of the community and Alamance County Remembrance Coalition gathered outside of the Alamance County Courthouse on Feb. 22 to hold a vigil honoring the life of Wyatt Outlaw. Outlaw was lynched by a mob of White Brotherhood members outside the courthouse on Feb. 26, 1870.

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LIFESTYLE 2/22/26 3:40pm

Elon's SUB Game night, light turnout, big impact

By Norah Wolf

Elon’s Student Union Board hosted one of its many events this semester offering a variety of games, snacks, drinks and music Feb. 21. Though the turnout was light with around two attendees, the organization aims to build an inclusive, light-hearted space on weekend nights, channeling a place to meet new people, says Tatiana Lorich. 

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NEWS 2/22/26 12:52pm

North Carolina remains in running for first 2028 presidential primary

By Kate Gray

North Carolina is one of 12 states vying for the first-in-the-nation Democratic primary in 2028, according to the Democratic National Committee. The DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee must select four to five states for the early nominating window of the 2028 presidential election, with at least one state from each of the DNC’s four regions: East, Midwest, South and West.

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SPORTS 2/21/26 11:08pm

Defensive problems persist in Elon’s loss to North Carolina A&T

By Kathan Gandhi

From the opening possessions, it was clear that Elon University men’s basketball’s matchup against North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University would be set in the paint. The Aggies attacked early, scoring on their first four possessions.

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NEWS 2/21/26 8:33pm

U.S. House passes SAVE America Act, Senate to consider it soon

By Trista Panagakos

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act was passed by the United States House of Representatives by a vote of 218-213 on Feb. 11, with one Democrat breaking party lines to vote to pass the bill. The bill will now be considered by the Senate, where it needs 60 votes to pass before going to President Donald Trump’s desk for his signature. 

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NEWS 2/21/26 11:45am

Students forced to travel off campus for midterm primary elections

By Abby Gravely

Early voting for the 2026 midterm election primaries began Feb. 12, and Elon University is one of the many North Carolina colleges and universities not hosting an early voting site.

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SPORTS 2/21/26 1:14am

More than a game: Elon women’s basketball team embraces Black History Month

By Savannah Hameed

Elon women's basketball stepped out in their signature black uniforms Feb. 20 in honor of Black History Month for their game against Campbell University. This match not only highlighted two talented teams, but also showcased many Black student organizations and their importance on Elon’s campus. Black Student organizations in attendance included Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.; Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.; National Council of Negro Women, Inc.; Black Student Union; and African Diaspora of Elon.

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NEWS 2/20/26 7:30pm

New SNAP work requirements implemented in North Carolina

By Trista Panagakos

SNAP is a program that provides food assistance to lower-income individuals and families to help offset the cost of groceries. The program is funded by the federal government and state governments offset administrative costs. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, over one million North Carolinians receive SNAP benefits. 

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LIFESTYLE 2/20/26 3:30pm

Surrounded by sound: “Rent” transforms McCrary Theater with immersive audio

By Charlotte Pfabe

With 10 speakers and an immersive sound setup, audiences heard a different version of McCrary Theatre for Elon University’s Performing Arts production of “Rent”. All four performances of “Rent” were sold out, according to Elon’s Performing Arts website.

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NEWS 2/20/26 11:30am

State Senate primary threatens to topple North Carolina’s political hierarchy

By Miles Hayford

Over his 26 years in the North Carolina State Senate, Sen. Phil Berger has carved out significant influence, and since becoming the Senate leader in 2011, he has been one of the most powerful political players in the state. But Berger’s grip on the state’s Republican Party is now at risk of tumbling away due to a popular, cowboy hat-wearing sheriff from Rockingham County. Sam Page, who has been the sheriff of Rockingham County since 1998, is running against Berger for State Senate District 26, which includes Rockingham County and parts of Guilford County.

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LIFESTYLE 2/20/26 8:30am

Jazz ensemble brings sounds of New Orleans to Elon

By Abby Gravely

McCrary Theatre received a taste of New Orleans with a concert from Tuba Skinny, a seven-piece Jazz ensemble based in Louisiana. The show was full of foot-tapping and spirited, complex solos from each of the different instrumentalists. 

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NEWS 2/19/26 9:43pm

JetZero CEO discusses future plans of flight with Elon community

By Emma Luckman

The LaRose Digital Theatre was filled with members of the Elon community Feb. 19 as Tom O’Leary shared his journey of becoming the CEO of JetZero. JetZero is an aerospace company focused on developing a blended wing body jet designed to reduce fuel burn, emissions and noise dramatically. 

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LIFESTYLE 2/19/26 7:00pm

Elon University students reflect on Black History Month

By Gaby Maldonado

A collection of quotes from Elon University students about what Black History Month means to them.

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LIFESTYLE 2/19/26 3:45pm

NC walking challenges and groups fuel health, wellness

By Monika Jurevicius

For the past 12 years, the Elon faculty/staff walking challenge has provided a space for Elon employees to stay active and create connections around campus. There has been a spring walking challenge for the past two years, with this spring’s theme being “Elon Olympics Walking Challenge: Race for the Gold.” 

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NEWS 2/19/26 1:31pm

Elon University mobile printing system scheduled for emergency upgrade Feb. 20

By Kathan Gandhi and Alice Morrissey

In an email sent to students Feb. 19, Elon Information Technology announced an issue affecting Elon’s mobile printing system. IT wrote that they are looking to resolve these issues by undergoing an emergency upgrade that will occur Feb. 20. According to the email, while repairs are underway, students will not be able to print. 

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LIFESTYLE 2/19/26 11:49am

Elon’s spring dance concert explores different cultures, experiences in ‘Roots and Horizons’

By Karsyn Vann

Hope, despair, community and resilience are just some of the themes explored in Elon University’s spring dance concert titled “Roots and Horizons.” Directed by assistant professor of dance, Keshia Gee, the concert will feature works from six choreographers, including Elon faculty and guest artists.

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NEWS 2/19/26 8:15am

Elon, Queens University merger team makes plans for the joint institution

By Liya Rike and Pearson Dyslin

Elon University and Queens University's merger integration team said the upcoming merger is moving forward with strong collaboration and a shared focus on students. Queens President Emerita Pamela Davies explained that this semester is focused on building a shared culture before the institutions officially join.

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SPORTS 2/18/26 8:05pm

Elon tennis player hopes to provide platform for other athletes with Type 1 diabetes

By Benjamin Berfield

Since sophomore tennis player Nikola Parichkov was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in October 2022, he said his family has been extremely supportive and it extends onto the tennis court. He said everyone treats him normally, which especially matters to him. 

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