The Bike Trail of a Lifetime!

Rebekah Brown, Writer
April 17, 2013

Damascus, VA, roughly 3 hours away from Salisbury, NC, is a small town that has an 18 mile bike trail.  This bike trail is not like your normal bike trail. The path is smooth for the most part and it is a gradual downhill bike trail. It seems like you will have to hike up and down, but it’s only... Read more »

Shakespeare with the Experts

Shakeisha Gray, Guest Writer
March 15, 2013

Over Spring Break, I and another student, Jacquelyn Loy, had the opportunity to travel to the American Shakespeare Center in Staunton, Virginia. We traveled with two current Catawba College professors, Dr. Aaron Butler and Linda Kesler, as well as two retired Catawba professors, Dr. Bethany Sinnott and... Read more »

A Mother’s Love is Forever

Megan Varnadore, Writer/Lifestyles Editor
February 12, 2013

If you have not seen Mama yet, I urge you to do so!  Guillermo Del Toro really outdid himself, as he often does.  This movie is certainly a contender for horror flick of the year for 2013.  As far as scary movies go, this one was not typical.  Its plot line was enjoyable and relatable and lacked... Read more »

Gritz: The Best New Place in Town to Grab a Bite

Rebecca Rider, Writer
February 10, 2013

There’s a new eatery in town unlike anything Salisbury has seen before. Located on East Innes, Gritz serves Cajun and Creole style food, as well as a mouth-watering brunch. Designed to look like an outdoor cafe, the interior is filled with odds and ends and decorated with beautiful wall murals.... Read more »

Webb Road Flea Market, A Local Tradition

Sydney Smith, Editor
January 30, 2013

Located at 905 Webb Road in Salisbury, North Carolina, this flea market is a hot spot for locals looking for great deals on all kinds of different items. After burning down in 2010, the original market was completely destroyed. After some hard work and major rebuilding, a new market was erected from... Read more »

Halloween Weekend at the Renaissance Festival

Megan Varnadore, Lifestyles Editor/Writer
November 7, 2012

Looking for something fun to do this weekend?  Why not take a trip to the Annual North Carolina Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace?  Buy your tickets at any Harris Teeter beforehand to get $1 off and then make your way to Huntersville, NC. I have lived in North Carolina my entire life, but... Read more »

Tastebuds Tea and Coffee: A Good Place for A Down Day

Rebecca Rider, Writer
November 5, 2012

Since Port City Java closed down over the Summer, you may be wondering where to go to get your weekly (or daily) coffee-fix. There’s always Starbucks, but it’s farther away and not known for having the best brew. There is another option. Tastebuds Coffee and Tea is a local coffee shop on... Read more »

Salisbury Ghost Walks: A Haunting History

Rebecca Rider, Writer
October 23, 2012

If you decide to go on an official Ghost Walk in Salisbury, John Tucker, the man behind the tours, will ask you at the sign-in table if you believe in ghosts. If you say no, he’ll show you pictures of the ghost of a young confederate sympathizer taken on the corner of West Innes and Church Street–right... Read more »

BOOGERWOODS – SPOOKTACULAR: Celebrating 35 Years

Kristi Leonard, Writer
October 18, 2012

Boogerwoods started right here in North Carolina 35 years ago. A child who went to Bostian Elementary was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis and later passed away. Wayne Trexler and his brother started this “SPOOKY” trail in the child’s honor. This trail started just to be fun and to give kids... Read more »

Want Japanese food? Sushi? Try Yoshi

Raven Canty, Tech Editor/ Writer
October 8, 2012

Do you want to taste some great Japanese cuisine and at a low price? Yoshi restaurant is the perfect combination for you. With its wide range menu, ranging from Filet Mignon to a whole Sushi bar. The inside is beautifully decorated with unique Japanese art and sculptures. In addition, to the whole place... Read more »