Thanks for everything This year from the Lantern staff
The Lantern staff expresses gratitude to readers instructors faculty staff Public Information and others who supported the newspaper through a busy year. Special thanks to Sandra Fontenot David Mohlman Liz Grimsley Gary Ervin Dr. Jackson Sasser and Susan Cummings Sheley for guidance and encouragement.
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Sandra Fontenot
PIO
David Mohlman
Liz Grimsley
Computer Center
Gary
the Mac Man
Ervin
Dr. Jackson Sasser
Susan Cummings Sheley
Lantern Advertising Rates and Policy
The Lantern offers local and national advertising at rates of 3.50 per column inch locally and 7 per column inch nationally. Ads promoting illegal activity or that are libelous obscene or in poor taste are not accepted to maintain marketplace information and free flow of ideas.
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The
Lantern
Dating Hell and the Messy Quest for Mr Right
A reader vents about the dating scene, noting pervasive bad dates and troubled relationships. She recalls a harsh episode involving theft and asset misuse, discusses friends’ harassment stories, and laments the pressure to reveal finances early while hoping for a decent partner despite recurring disappointments.
Whit Bits On Gambling Language And Democracy In South Africa
A biting critique traces shifts in language around gambling as state and local governments align with powerful interests, renaming gambling as gaming and recreation. It notes the contrast between historical fights against vice and current endorsements, while also touching on US taxpayer stereotypes and the evolving notion of democracy amid South Africa’s transition.
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Mary Kay
South Africa
Nixon and Hiss cast long shadows over politics and ethics
The column blends critique of Nelson Mandela and South Africa with reflections on Nixon’s death and his Watergate legacy. It links the Hiss–Chambers affair to Nixon’s rise, questions democracy’s universality, and cites a bizarre cat trafficking anecdote tied to NAFTA debates. The piece satirically ties historic ethics to current political fever.
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South Africa
Nixon
NAFTA
Nelson Mandela
Castro
Cuba
Richard Nixon
California
Hubert Humphrey
T. v
Democratic Party
Whitaker Chambers
Alger Hiss
Hiss-Chambers
Chambers
America
Hiss
Mexico
USA
Mickey Kantor
Toles
New Republic
Clintons
Testimonial Notes From Campus Instructors and Students
Terri Thomas compiles student testimonials praising instructors Mendoza Carolyn Foster LC Jaime Andrus Rosemary Coffman Gary Marcantel John Britt Mikey Brannom for guidance generosity and wisdom amid healing and academic goals on campus.
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John Britt
Mikey Brannom
Isabell Worker March Audit Review
A Sandr of th em wo isabell worker faces a March audit review as officials verify payroll records, safety logs, and compliance measures. The review aims to confirm adherence to industry standards and identify any discrepancies or required improvements.
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Sandr
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