Lifestyle

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LIFESTYLE 9/6/22 4:26pm

Local Gibsonville business to celebrate one year opening

By Kyra O'Connor

When she found herself sitting in a hospital supporting her loved ones through chemotherapy treatment, Gibsonville resident and small business owner Tina Mardis said she needed something to keep her mind and hands busy. A lifelong crafter, Mardis decided not to turn to books or games, but to her love of crafting, to help her through the dark moments.

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LIFESTYLE 9/4/22 9:47pm

African Diaspora of Elon welcomes students with waist bead event

By Brett Turnbull

The African Diaspora of Elon hosted its first event of the academic year Sept. 4, welcoming new and returning students back to campus with “Waist Beads, Culture and Community.”

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LIFESTYLE 8/31/22 11:08am

All That JAS celebrates 20 years of business

By Ellis Chandler

Since opening, the store has moved locations three times and changed its inventory throughout. All That JAS started in Graybeal’s basement before moving to downtown Burlington. It relocated to the Faucette House on East Trollinger Avenue before finding its latest home at the downtown Elon location, where it’s been for over 10 years. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/31/22 9:12am

Burlington residents grateful for new, outdoor gym

By Ryan Kupperman

The completion of Burlington’s outdoor gym makes it the third one of its kind in the Alamance County area, along with the ones located on Elon University’s campus and in Mebane. Each court is essentially a mirrored version of one another — containing variants in color and visual aesthetic — as they were all designed by the National Fitness Campaign.

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LIFESTYLE 8/29/22 7:18pm

Burlington baker discusses setting boundaries as a Black woman business owner

By Chloe Franklin

August is National Black Business Month. Founded in 2004, the month seeks to both highlight and celebrate Black-owned businesses.

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LIFESTYLE 8/27/22 3:54pm

Elon University alumni host ‘biggest challenge yet’ on campus

By Ellis Chandler

Joey Gizzi and Steven Lannum, hosts of AreYouKiddingTV, returned to Elon University to host a series of challenges where Elon students could win prizes. One of the challenges this weekend was the duo's biggest one yet and included three locations. AreYouKiddingTV is set to return to campus for more challenges and fun on Homecoming Weekend.

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LIFESTYLE 8/23/22 3:23pm

Elon University professors find ways to teach common reading

By Avery Sloan

Elon University’s common reading signifies incoming students’ first experience with the Elon Core Curriculum, as professors across disciplines incorporate the text into their freshman Global Experience classes. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/23/22 2:57pm

Classes commence at Elon University

By Annemarie Bonner

It’s the first day of classes at Elon University. For some, attending class on a college campus is new — for others, it’s a day they’re familiar with. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/23/22 7:00am

Elon University faculty and staff share advice for new students

By Margaret Faust

It’s the first day of class at Elon University, and professors and administrators shared advice for new students. Buying supplies, finding the classroom and waking up on time- all things they said are important to consider.

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LIFESTYLE 8/20/22 2:14pm

Elon University hosts family send-off picnic

By Ryan Kupperman

Following New Student Convocation Aug. 20, freshmen and their families gathered just outside of Lakeside Dining Hall for the family picnic. For many families, this is the last meal they will share with their children before heading home and leaving them to start the 2022-23 academic year. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/19/22 7:00am

Names to know at Elon University

By Elon News Network

Ahead of the start of the 2022-23 academic year, Elon News Network compiled a list of individuals to note on camps. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/4/22 12:28pm

Last-minute packing items for Elon University freshmen

By Miranda Ferrante and Sophie Rosenthal

With Elon University’s freshmen move-in coming up on Aug. 19, new students may be experiencing a range of emotions. Amid packing for their first year of college, with a number of dates, details and things to get done, incoming students may easily forget some useful items. 

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LIFESTYLE 7/31/22 4:10pm

Where to find school supply drives, giveaways across Alamance County

By Miranda Ferrante

The Alamance-Burlington School System will begin its 2022-23 academic year Aug. 29, and local organizations are hosting campaigns and supply drives to collect necessary school supplies for students ahead of the new school year. 

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LIFESTYLE 7/29/22 1:37pm

Getting to know William Dissen: a new addition to Elon Dining

By Ellis Chandler

The quick-service restaurant opened its only other location in 2018 at the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro. The menu features southern fried chicken sandwiches and baskets with sides such as macaroni and cheese, waffle fries and coleslaw. Billy D’s will be available as a retail option for students who have purchased a meal plan, and the Chicken Shack downstairs in McEwen Food Hall will be discontinued. 

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LIFESTYLE 6/30/22 11:09am

How to celebrate Fourth of July across North Carolina

By Ellis Chandler

Fourth of July celebrations are happening all around North Carolina this weekend. From firework displays to family fun, Elon News Network has compiled a list of events close to Elon University’s campus and throughout the state. 

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LIFESTYLE 6/14/22 3:47pm

Summer guide to Elon University, local community

By Avery Sloan

Facilities at Elon University operate on a different schedule over the summer than during the academic year. Elon News Network has compiled a guide for those staying on or near campus this summer.

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OPINIONS 6/6/22 1:27pm

2022 summer reading guide

By Kyra O'Connor

From reading on vacation to a few pages before bed, the summer can be the perfect time to dive into a new book. Whether you’re rolling out a towel on the beach or in your backyard, Elon News Network has five books to add to your “to-be-read” pile this summer.

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LIFESTYLE 6/4/22 9:17am

How to celebrate Pride Month in and around Alamance County

By Miranda Ferrante

Celebrated in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots, Pride Month commemorates LGBTQIA+ communities, their ongoing pursuit for equal justice under the law and their accomplishments. Garay said when they look at queer history, they start with Stonewall but also reflect on the events that came after, such as the 2015 Supreme Court ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, which legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.

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LIFESTYLE 6/1/22 9:34am

Zack’s Hotdogs reopens with new owners

By Madalyn Howard

After 94 years in the Touloupas family, Zack’s Hotdogs’ third-generation owner, Zack Touloupas, has sold the iconic Burlington eatery to a businessman outside of his family. 

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LIFESTYLE 5/20/22 1:07pm

A look into Elon University commencement setup

By Joseph Navin

During the week prior to the both undergraduate and graduate commencement ceremonies, contractors and staff from Elon University prepared numerous venues for ceremonies. A majority of the preparations inside Elon University’s Schar Center, the venue for the undergraduate graduation ceremony, began on Friday, May 13. 

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