Politics

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NEWS 9/8/20 10:52pm

Elon Aldermen approve coronavirus relief funds, prepare to open playgrounds

By Kyra O'Connor

After passing a motion to update the town of Elon’s budget with the coronavirus relief funds, the town of Elon Board of Alderman discussed an increase in sales tax revenue in the month of June, reopening playgrounds and the possibility of a citizen’s advisory committee to town of Elon Police at their September regular session.

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NEWS 9/4/20 9:25am

SGA town hall focuses on issues of diversity on campus

By Emery Eisner

Elon University’s Student Government Association met for a virtual town hall on the issue of diversity, equity and inclusion on campus on Thursday evening. Junior Malia Takei moderated the town hall, which featured Vice President and Associate Provost for Inclusive Excellence Randy Williams,  Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley and Director of the Center for Equity and Inclusive Excellence Leigh-Anne Royster. 

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NEWS 9/3/20 6:21pm

Mass gathering limits in town of Elon to remain same

By Mackenzie Wilkes

Gatherings in the town of Elon will remain capped at 10 people indoors and 25 people outdoors, despite Gov. Roy Cooper’s recent executive order lifting some coronavirus restrictions.The town of Elon declared a state of emergency Sept. 3.

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NEWS 9/2/20 11:20am

Elon Aldermen discusses coronavirus relief funds and new gathering order

By Kieran Ungemach

The town of Elon Board of Alderman had their monthly agenda planning meeting Monday night to discuss items to vote on for next week’s voting session, which ranged from budgetary changes with new coronavirus relief funds, to readjust town social gathering guidelines.

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NEWS 9/1/20 11:19am

SGA holds first in-person meeting of the semester

By Kieran Ungemach

The first Student Government Association business meeting of the fall semester looked a little different this year, with representatives spaced six feet apart — some attending virtually — and wearing masks in Alumni Gym. Delegates discussed a variety of topics, including the new bias reporting system and the university's handling of the coronavirus on campus.

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NEWS 8/26/20 6:18pm

Gov. Roy Cooper announces budget proposal, includes guidelines for remaining coronavirus relief funds

By Lauren Singles

Gov. Roy Cooper announced his budget adjustments for the 2020-2021 fiscal year during a press conference today. The budget includes guidance on using North Carolina’s remaining $900 million in federal coronavirus relief funds. 

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NEWS 8/13/20 4:27pm

Gov. Roy Cooper announces new grant program for businesses and nonprofits hit by pandemic

By Lauren Singles

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper announced a new grant program directed towards businesses and nonprofits that have been hurt because of the coronavirus pandemic today during a press briefing. $15 million of federal funds are going towards the Job Retention Grant Program, in which businesses can qualify for up to $250,000 in grants, Cooper said.

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NEWS 8/10/20 10:30pm

Federal judge gives delay before preliminary injunction to allow change in protest access

By Christian Galvano

A federal judge is giving Alamance County officials and the city of Graham  “a short delay,” before a preliminary injunction to change access to the grounds of the Historic Courthouse in Graham if they so choose, according to an opinion written by the court.

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NEWS 7/3/20 12:23pm

ACLU of North Carolina files lawsuit against Graham for denying protest permits at Confederate monument

By Mackenzie Wilkes

The American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina filed a lawsuit and temporary restraining order against the city of Graham and Alamance County officials. The lawsuit challenges Graham’s Code of Ordinance on granting protest permits, claiming it is unconstitutional, as well as the refusal to grant permits.

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NEWS 6/22/20 5:36pm

ACE Speedway temporarily shut down by the state

By Isabella Seman

Jason and Robert Turner, owners of ACE Speedway in Altamahaw, opened for their first race since October on May 23, after Gov. Roy Cooper initiated Phase 2 of reopening North Carolina amid the coronavirus pandemic. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services issued an abatement order against the speedway for violating mass gathering limitations.

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NEWS 6/9/20 9:24pm

Town of Elon Board of Aldermen pass budget, increase cost of town services with expected decrease in revenue

By Christian Galvano

The Board of Aldermen unanimously passed an ordinance Tuesday which approves an $11.8 million budget outlining an increase in Elon residents’ sewer and water rates.

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NEWS 5/25/20 2:04pm

Alamance County focuses on sample collection, funds in its coronavirus response

By Mackenzie Wilkes

Aid from the state has to be used for medical expenses, public health, payroll, providing economic support and any other coronavirus-related expenses.

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NEWS 5/12/20 4:06pm

Elon University students eligible to receive CARES Act funds

By Kyra O'Connor

Eligible students can receive emergency financial aid grants from the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act. The CARES Act, which is part of the national response to financial impact due to the coronavirus, provided Elon University with over $2.9 million in federal aid, half of which is required to be used for emergency student relief.

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NEWS 5/7/20 10:26am

Elon University trustee Louis DeJoy selected to lead U.S. Postal Service

By Jack Norcross

Louis DeJoy, a member of Elon University's Board of Trustees and Greensboro businessman, has been selected to serve as Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service.

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NEWS 4/27/20 3:00pm

Elon University receives over $2.9 million in federal aid for students, institutional debt

By Kyra O'Connor

In response to the strain put on higher education institutions because of the coronavirus, Elon University was allocated over $2.9 million in federal aid, half of which is required to be used for emergency student relief.

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NEWS 4/27/20 9:06am

Sydney Hallisey takes on the position of SGA executive secretary, following a candidate-less election

By Isabella Seman

Sydney Hallisey was appointed to the role by Executive President Robbie Miley and approved by the senate in a 17-0 vote at their virtual meeting on April 9. 

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NEWS 4/10/20 12:37pm

Elon University SGA’s new council goes virtual, passes amendments, updates on the coronavirus

By Mackenzie Wilkes

Elon University's Student Government Association virtually held its first meeting with the newly sworn-in executive council and new senate members via WebEx. The business meeting was held virtually as in-person classes are suspended for the remainder of the semester amid the coronavirus pandemic. 

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NEWS 4/5/20 9:07am

Former SGA Executive President reflects on his service cut short

By Maeve Ashbrook

Former SGA Executive President and Elon University senior Jack Johnson saw his time in office and time at Elon cut short due to precautions against the coronavirus pandemic. 

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NEWS 3/13/20 3:12pm

SGA swears in new executives early amid in-person class suspension

By Kieran Ungemach

The Student Government Association held its last meeting the day before spring break to address the swearing in of the three new executive board members. Executive President Jack Johnson swore in juniors Robbie Miley, Jonathan Stettler and Andrew Ciampa.

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NEWS 3/10/20 7:25pm

Alamance County Commissioner candidates on education, economic reform

By Lauren Singles

Six candidates will be on the November 3 ballots for Alamance County Commissioner after the March 3 primary election. Out of the six candidates, only three seats are open for election.

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