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Lady Rangers put away Pink Out Game Team raises money for cancer research, beats nationally ranked Tyler Junior College Lady Apaches
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Campus Calendar March 2019
KC Football Ring Ceremony 11 a.m., March 2, Masters Gym Kilgore Legacy Foundation “Red & Black Ball” 6 p.m., March 2, Devall Ballroom Phi Theta Kappa New Student Orientation 5 p.m., March 4, Devall TV Room KC Board of Trustee Meeting 6:30 p.m., March 4, McLaurin Building, 2nd floor
KCEPT Graduation 4 p.m., March 22, Devall Ballroom Phi Theta Kappa Induction Ceremony 6:30 p.m., March 29, Devall Ballroom Times and dates subject to change.
KC Industrial Technologies division will host the annual KC Technical Job Fair on Tuesday, March 5. The fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Devall Student Center Ballroom on the Kilgore campus. Students are encouraged to attend the fair to gain knowledge of the area industries and available positions. The job fair is also intended to help students who are unsure of a career choice.
Ash Wednesday Services - March 6 • Wesley Foundation 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., administered by the Rev. David Lee from Gladewater United Methodist • Christ the King Church and Parish Hall 8 a.m., 7:30 p.m. - Spanish MASS 12:05 p.m., 6 p.m. - English MASS Corner of Broadway & Laird Ave., Kilgore • (903) 483-2500
ceremony for ring recipients at halftime that afternoon during the Lady Rangers’ basketball game. Tipoff is set for 2 p.m. in Masters Gymnasium as the Lady Rangers face Jacksonville College. The media and the public are invited to both events. - KCPR
• St. Paul’s Episcopal 6:30 p.m., administered by the Rev. Kevin Wittmayer 314 N. Henderson, Kilgore (903) 984-3929 • St. Mary’s Catholic Church 2108 Ridgewood Drive, Longview (903) 757-5855
Employers will meet with students about employment opportunities and space will be available to conduct interviews with prospective employees. Students should bring their résumés and dress appropriately for possible interviews. To participate in the technical job fair, or for more information, contact Mary Martin at 903-983-8131 or mmartin@ kilgore.edu. - KCPR
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Movie Screening 6:30 p.m., March 21, Mike Miller Plaza
rings will be on hand to make presentations to the team. In 2018, the KC football team won the Southwestern Junior College Football Conference Championship and won the Heart of Texas Bowl in Waco. The Rangers finished the season at 10-2, ranked fourth in the nation. There will also be a special
Companies encouraged to participate in Annual KC Technical Job Fair
KC Talent Showcase Audition 6 p.m., March 6, Devall Ballroom
Spring Break March 11 - 15 Campuses close early at 2:45 p.m. on Mar. 8
Ring Ceremony for championship football team
KC athletic department will present championship rings to players and the support staff of the 2018 football team at a special ceremony in March. The ceremony is set for 11 a.m. Saturday, March 2, in Masters Gymnasium. Former coach J.J. Eckert and community members who sponsored championship
KC Technical Program Job Fair 9 a.m., March 5, Devall Ballroom
KC Wind Symphony Spring Concert 7:30 p.m., March 7, Dodson Auditorium
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KC students from the following programs will participate: • Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology • Automotive Body Repair • Automotive Technology • Corrosion Technology • Diesel Technology • Industrial Maintenance Technology • Instrumentation & Electrical Technology • Occupational Safety & Health Technology • Process Technology • Welding Technology
KC Wind Symphony presents concert
The KC Wind Symphony will perform a spring concert at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, in Dodson Auditorium on the Kilgore campus. The concert will feature the world premiere of “Beowulf: An Epic Tale,” a symphonic tone poem by Kelly Bennette. Other selections will include
pieces by Shostakovich, Hazo, Kopetz, Sheldon and several tunes performed by the KC Jazz Band. The KC Wind Symphony is under the direction of Brent Farmer, director of bands. The concert is free and open to the public. - KCPR
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White Oak High School students deem dual credit doable SHAE ORMS Special to The Flare
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ll the way from the early 2000s, White Oak High School students have been offered the opportunity to take dual credit classes, through Kilgore College. Many students have taken advantage of this chance to get a jump-start on college while still in high school. The benefits have left the students better prepared to enter the real world of college and take their future careers to the next level. “Dual credit classes have really allowed me to experience what a college class is like. These classes have taught me how to study for an exam, write a research paper, and just learn how a college class functions,” said Anna Dusek, WO senior. “The classes have made me feel much more prepared for college and I think that it would be beneficial for all high school
students to take them,” In addition to bypassing the basic required classes, some students have used their time to foster professional relationships with their instructors, making the class a more fun learning environment. “My professor is definitely different from any of the other professors I’ve had because he’s very knowledgeable about our generation,” said Lauren Hinch, WO senior. “He thinks on the same wave lengths as us by making funny jokes but he also knows when to be serious. He definitely has a good happy medium on having fun but also informing us on things we need to know about the class.” The students have had to learn to transition by being faced with more responsibility. Study habits have become crucial when it comes to being successful in a dual credit class. “You have to do a lot more work
in a dual credit class than you would in a normal class. You have to check the dates for tests, study on your own, read ahead, and make sure you are preparing outside of the classroom by doing things on your own,” said Kylie Pepper, WO junior. Not only does dual credit provide completion of a potential first year in college but a cheaper alternative all together. Although it could be difficult to balance high school and college at the same time, it all seems to pay off in the end. “Taking a dual credit class has challenged me and given me a class that makes me study harder and try much more,” said Jordan Steele, WO junior. “Having a head start on college makes me feel better in knowing I’m not going to have to pay as much in the long run. Juggling high school classes and a dual credit class is really not bad; as long as I put time into studying.”
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Tanner Organ
Why did you choose this major? “I’ve wanted to be a dentist for a while, probably since I was 12 years old.”
Age: 19 Major: Pre-Dentistry Hometown: Ore City
What are some of your hobbies? “I like making beats (music), playing video games and staying up-to-date with fashion and trends.“ How did you get interested in clothes and fashion? “During my junior year, one of my friends showed me some cool shoes, and my interest just grew from there.” Are you inspired by anyone in particular when it comes to fashion? “I take inspiration from lots of people. I like taking an item or accessory and making a look of my own. I never want to copy one person’s look; I like to make an outfit mine.” What is your favorite book/movie? “My favorite book is probably The Hobbit. I’m a fantasy and sci-fi type of person. My favorite movie is ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’.”
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What are your goals for the future? “I want to eventually open and own my own dentistry practice.”
Journalist Evan Smith visits KC campuses Texas Tribune CEO shares media’s mission and current struggles Claire Feng Staff Writer Nearly 80 percent of Americans believe the media is unreliable and more than 66 percent believe the media is biased, according to Pew Research Center, shared the CEO and co-founder of the Texas Tribune. Evan Smith opened the season’s Distinguished Lecture Series to a mixed crowd of about 300 students, faculty and communities on Tuesday, Feb. 19, in Dodson Auditorium. He addressed a KC—Longview crowd of over 100 people that morning in the Special Events room. The lecture was hosted by The Flare, in conjunction with KC. Smith covered the struggles, definition, role and impact of journalism as well as the endeavor of Texas Tribune. Smith started by pointing out the dilemma journalism is currently facing due to official condemnation
and public distrust. Since U.S. President Donald Trump’s constant denouncement on the media, particularly by calling them fake news, Americans began to distrust the media. The purpose of journalism, as defined by Smith, is “to tell people the truth no matter in what circumstances.” This credo is now overlooked due to the undermining power of media. Smith stressed his concern over the issue that journalism ought to provide people with information that helps them make the best possible decisions regarding their lives, communities and most importantly, governments. This is how he came to be a co-founder of the Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan digital news organization that covers Texas politics. He started nearly a decade ago with the aim to keep people educated with politics, serve as a government watchdog and provide transparency to the public. Smith said journalists at the Tribune
did receive occasional threats due to their unbiased reporting on political issues; however, these incidents did not defeat the organization. “People deserve to know the truth, so they will have the knowledge and power to change the system,” he said. As a result of the endeavors of the Tribune over the past ten years, voter turnout in Texas has been steadily increasing. “Smarter Texans equals better Texas,” Smith said. He urged audience members to keep abreast of current political issues and called on journalists to take up the responsibility of informing the public with unbiased truth. Visit texastribune.org for coverage of Texas politics and top issues in the legislature. Evan Smith, CEO and co-founder of the Texas Tribune, answers questions from the audience at the conclusion of his Kilgore campus lecture. For more on the effects of media credibility, see pp. 14-15. Jamie Hwang / THE FLARE
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Who is your favorite musician? Favorite genre of music? “My favorite artist is Lil Uzi Vert. Rap is my favorite genre, but I enjoy listening to many other styles.” Do you take inspiration from anyone when making music? “I take lots of inspiration from rap music when I make beats. But similar to my style, I like to make things my own without copying.” Do you think you will always have an interest with music and fashion? “I hope to always involve my music and fashion style into my life as I get older. Maybe I’ll incorporate them into my career.” Where do you hope to see yourself in five years? “I plan to be finishing up dentistry school, hopefully living in a big city. I eventually want to live in Dallas, but I see myself finishing school in Houston.” Anything else you’d like people to know about you? “Check out my Instagram page and follow me! @tannergabriel” — compiled by Ryan Wayne
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Important Events from this day in History — March 1
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U.S. First FM Radio Station
Nashville, Tennessee becomes the home of the very first FM radio station in the country. While the FM band had less static and more range, it didn’t become popular until the early 1960s.
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Switzerland Charlie Chaplin
U.S. tested the hydrogen bomb in the Pacific archipelago of Bikini, part of the Marshall Islands.
The coffin of Charlie Chaplin was stolen from a small, unguarded village cemetery in Switzerland.
Research paper Flare staff shares tips to improve writing skills to receive full credit.
CLAIRE FENG Staff Writer Writing a research paper can be stressful, especially when it counts 20 percent of the total grade. Have great ideas but still need some polishing? Here are some practical tips that will help improve academic essay writing skills.
1. Make an outline.
Before writing the essay, it is important to know the main focus. Making an outline can not only prevent getting stuck midway through the writing process, but also keeps the ideas clear and organized. The basic structure of an essay is the three-point, five paragraph essay: an introduction with thesis statement, three body paragraphs that support the thesis, and a conclusion that summarizes and reinforces the mains ideas. Creating an outline will take a small amount of time but results in saving more time during the writing phase.
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It is as easy as it sounds. Follow the instructions. Reach the required word count, write in the correct format and submit it on time
3. Use the vocabulary.
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It is a common misconception that using sesquipedalian (big words) in the essay will make the essay stand out. However, using obscure words often takes away the clarity of the argument, especially when the words are misused and cause others to notice it is trying to overcompensate. Know what the words actually mean and consult a dictionary for accuracy. Visit writingcenter.unc.edu/tipsand-tools/word-choice for in-depth tips on word choice from University of North Carolina.
4. Avoid repetition.
Adequate elaboration draws readers’ attention to certain points. However, excessive repetition makes the essay boring and redundant. Eliminate repetitious word or replace it with its synonym; use a thesaurus to find words with similar meanings. For sentence structure, add variation. Instead of using simple sentences, mix it up with compound sentences, complex sentences, compound-complex sentences or even inverted sentences. Consult the
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Little Seagull Handbook for detailed explanation of each sentence structure.
5. Use active voice.
Try to use the active voice instead of the passive whenever possible to strengthen the tone of the essay. For example, “Lisa rescued the dog” is an active voice that creates a clear image of who is doing what. Whereas “the dog was rescued by Lisa” sounds wordier and overlooks the subject who is performing the action.
6. Proofread.
Always proofread the essay in the end. Look for spelling mistakes and grammatical errors such as comma splices, run-ons, and fragments. Have an academic advisor or trusted friend read it and ask for feedback. Or visit The Zone for tutor.
7. Bonus tip: Read.
Read as much as possible. Read novels for splendid depiction on varieties of subjects; read the news for concise, professional writing. Expand horizons to all kinds of materials, and pay attention to sentence structures, word choices, and how the articles flows.
Source: www.thepeoplehistory.com/march1st.html
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East Texas Oil Museum
Cherokee Trace Adrenaline Rush Zip Drive Thru Safari Line Tours offers zip line is a wildlife park that is home to a variety of animals. At your own pace you see over two dozen exact and endangered species. Hours for March 1- May 23: 10 a.m.6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 1 - 6 p.m. Sunday.. Last car admitted 4 p.m.; $12.95- senior citizens, adults$14.95, kids 3-12- $9.95
houses the authentic recreation of oil discovery and production in the 1930s, right here in East Texas. Hours: 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday; $8- adults; children (311) and KC students/ employees- $5; under 3 - free.
tours and boasts one of the longest zip lines in Texas with many other options. A reservation is required 24 hours in advance by calling 903-683-6855. Age limit of 5 years old. Must weigh between 50 and 275 lbs. Small children may have to ride with an adult . $55 per person for 5 zip lines; $70 per person for 7 zip lines; $80 per person for 8 zip lines.
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Caldwell Zoo offers
many animals and family friendly things to do around the zoo. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day; $12.50- senior citizens, $14.50- adults, ages 3-12$10.50, 2 and younger-free
Tiger Creek Wildlife Refuge
is a tiger conservation center with big cats to get to know. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day with the last tour running at 4 p.m. $18- senior citizens, adults- $20, military/first responders- $17, ages 4-12- $16, 4 & under- free
Discover unique places in East Texas Trapt Escape Rooms offers many choices of rooms to attempt escape from with a mystery to your liking. Open 11 a.m. to 11 Friday-Saturday, 2-8 p.m. Sunday. Call for weekday reservations. without breaking the bank. p.m. Ages 13+ is recommended and children are welcome but if they play by NADIA HILL • Staff Writer
they pay. $25 per game for ages 10+; ages 6-9- $20 per game; college admission/military with I.D.- $22 per game; 5 and under- free.
Enjoy a variety of musicians in Austin South by Southwest a 10-day event to network and showcase creative artists ANTHONY WILLIAMS Staff Writer The South by SouthWest (SXSW) event is taking place from March 8-17 in Austin at the Austin Convention Center. The ten-day event allows everyone the opportunity to witness and enjoy over 90 different musical artists perform, network, and showcase their skills and talent. SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative
people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. An essential destination for global professionals, the event features sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, and a variety of networking opportunities. SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and people come together.
There are a few hotels near the university area, which is ten minutes away. However, because of the popularity of the event, finding a place to stay at this point might be a challenge. The tickets for SXSW range from $75 for limited passes, to $375 for student passes, to $1,650 for platinum passes. For more information, visit sxsw.com. To register for the event, please visit sxsw.com/attend .
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Callie Blakeley, admissions counselor, leads potential students to the Devall Student Center where they could hear presentations regarding opportunities at KC.
Keyiaja Mitchell, Paris High School senior, poses for a photo in the graduation robe and PTK regalia with the PTK instagram frame.
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Aadrion Mathis, Longview High School sophomore, tries on fire gear with encouragement and instruction from Mike Simmons, KC Fire Academy director.
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Dr. Kays is the epitome of poise and professionalism. Whenever I see Dr. Kays or have a conversation with her, she influences me to always work hard and that education is very important. Dr. Kays has had a daily impact on my life just by knowing she is breaking so many barriers for women. Her position of being president over KC sets the image that she is a substantial role model for women of all ages. - Aryana Bosh
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our influential women of KC have balanced their work lives and personal lives in order to show students how to successfully live their own lives. As International Women’s Day (March 8) approaches, KC joins the millions who have participated in this day since its first gathering in 1911, “to help bring balance to the world of women,” according to www. internationalwomensday.com. The first International Women’s Day (IWD) was supported by over a million people in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland. Prior to this the Socialist Party of America, United Kingdom’s Suffragists and Suffragettes, and further groups campaigned for women’s equality, according to the website. Today, IWD celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
An important part of bringing balance to your life is understanding your responsibilities. “I’m a protector,” said Addie Lees, KC Lady Rangers’ basketball coach. “I check on everyone all the time. I just feel that’s the best way to take care of women.” With having the responsibility of a college team, Lees takes the well-being of her players seriously. “I want to help them so they can reach their goals,” she said. English professor and yoga instructor Michelle Wilder modeled responsibility by balancing both her education and her family at a young age. “Earning my master’s degree took several years,” Wilder said. “I could only take a few classes per semester because I was also a stay-at-home mom during that time.” Rangerette Director Dana Blair, whose daughter Alexa Blair was on the 76th-77th Rangerette line, demonstrated the balance of being a mother while also being a teacher and mentor to her daughter. “I love to watch the transformation of these young girls into young women who are
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ready for the world,” Blair said regarding the multiple lines of Rangerettes she has directed. All of these women of KC have learned to successfully balance hard work along with their daily responsibilities. “I think hard work and dedication was always a part of the formula for success,” Blair said. “But I was also very fortunate to be in the right place at the right time,” she added, concerning her step into the role of director when her mentor, Deana BoltonCovin retired in 1993. Lees also credits her mentors for preparing her for her role as a head coach. “Walking into a room in a male-dominant profession can be intimidating to some. It was an eye-opener for me at a young age,” Lees said. “I learned to focus on what you bring to the table, and don’t let people put those limits on you.” One thing that these women are actively aware of is the influence they have on the students they interact with at KC. “Students need to see themselves reflected in the faculty and staff who work
at the college,” said Dr. Brenda Kays, KC president. Without instructors like Wilder, students overall wouldn’t feel as appreciated by those who she is able to reach out to. “I show support by being a good friend,” Wilder said. “I spend time with them in conversation, find out how they’re doing, encourage them.” Kays, whose influence is felt campus-wide, has high expectations of her student body. “I want them to know that their opportunities are limitless,” she said. “I want them to know that I believe they are capable of accomplishing anything they set their minds to and/or are determined to achieve.”
International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Source:www.internationalwomensday.com
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Mrs. Blair has taught me to take each day with gratitude. - Abigail Lyon
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Mrs. Blair has influenced each of us to never settle, to be the example, and to take pride in the work we do. Because of her, we can leave here knowing we did everything we could to better ourselves as individuals. - Ryan Wayne
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Coach Lees has influenced me in so many ways. Academically I know nothing but As. She has taught me that I can always do better, bump that B to an A. Her fierceness is so contagious. I try to be a representation of her off the court. She has taught me to not be mediocre, but to be the best at anything I do in life. - Patience Idoko
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Pumped up for playoff push
Above: Tori Miller, Houston sophomore, pumps up the crowd during the first Spring semester pep-rally. Top right: Fans exhibit enthusiasm while participants engage in a free-throw shooting competition. Right: Lady Rangers Head Coach, Addie Lees, and team leader,Patience Idoko, Benue St., Nigeria sophomore, fire up the crowd following introductions of the Lady Rangers’ team. Far right: A Rangerette Swingster shoots for the women during a competition for $50 in Aramark Ranger Bucks.
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Rangers finish season with close win over Paris
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Malachi Davidson goes up for a shot while under pressure from a Panola College defender in a recent home game.
Men’s Basketball coach Brian Hoberecht instructs his players during a timeout in a previous contest against Bossier Parish Community College. KC finished its regular season at home Wednesday by beating Paris Junior College 58-57 at press time. Look for Chris Pena’s game recap at www.theflareonline.com and follow The Flare for Regional Playoff action from both teams.
Region XIV Basketball Tournament set On Tuesday, March 5, the Centenary Gold Dome will play host to the NJCAA Region XIV Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament. Come watch some highly competitive basketball games featuring junior college teams from Texas and Louisiana. Tickets are available for purchase each day, or you can buy a tournament pass that gets you into every game of the week. Each day between Tuesday, March 5 and Friday,
March 8, will include four games that start at 1, 3, 6 and 8 p.m. The schedule is: Men’s First Round – Tuesday, March 5 Women’s Quarterfinals – Wednesday, March 6 Men’s Quarterfinals – Thursday, March 7 Men’s and Women’s Semifinals – Friday, March 8 Men’s and Women’s Championship Saturday, March 9, with the women’s championship starting at 4 and the Men’s Championship
starting at 7 p.m. Disclaimer: No entry allowed with food or beverages. No refunds, exchanges or replacements of tickets will be issued under any circumstance. All times are approximate and schedule may change without notice. To reenter the Gold Dome you must obtain a hand stamp before exiting the building. courtesy of shreveportbossiersports. com
KC comeback falls short against TJC 71-68 CHRIS PEÑA Staff Writer KC Rangers’ men’s basketball team showed great promise in the first half as they led by 11 points, but the Apaches began to get a rhythm going and started to make shots in the Feb. 20 game against conference rival Tyler Junior College. The Rangers went from leading to coming from behind as they ended the first half down by one point, 35-34. The second half proved to be tougher for the Rangers as they missed their first six shots and got into
foul trouble early. As KC struggled to make shots, the Apaches capitalized and maintained a 16-point lead twice in the second half. The Apaches finished by scoring their final 11 points from the free throw line. KC fought back to get into the game by erasing a 16-point deficit to come within five points at 68-63 after a quick hook shot by Demiere Brown. Brown recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds, both leading the team. With just under two seconds left in the game,
Kaleb Flavors knocked down a three-pointer to bring the Rangers within two points. TJC’s Ryan Wells was then fouled and sent to the free-throw line to seal the game for the Apaches. Wells knocked down the first attempt and as the second one was missed, KC grabbed the rebound only for time to expire before a shot could be released to give them a chance to tie the game. For the Rangers, Jairus Stevens added 12 points and Jordyn Owens finished with 11 points.
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1 playlist, 2 albums, 3 collections of fantastic music Rising Star’s “Golden Hour” at the Grammys
CATIE DENFELD Staff Writer
Kacey Musgraves, a rising star from the small town of Mineola, won Album of the Year at this year’s Grammys, the prestigious award ceremony for musicians. Since her first album originally debuted in 2013, most people found it surprising when it was announced that the 30-yearold’s most recent album, “Golden Hour”, won this
great honor for musicians. The pop- country artist rose to fame quickly in 2018 while opening for artist Harry Styles’ solo tour. A following including fans ranging from all ages began during that time, which quickly grew and continues to grow. The 2018 “Golden Hour” was the album that landed Musgraves a spot on the map and a seat with the big dogs of music. With tracks like “Rainbow,” a mellow reminder that
things get better, and upbeat tunes like “High Horse,” a song telling of the many ways to deal with those people who just rub you wrong, Musgraves shows listeners the many different styles she can achieve when creating an album. She continues to inspire new fans to pull up her past two albums and give those a listen as well. “Golden Hour” is an album that deserves to be listened to from beginning to end, at
least once, so that you can fully submerge yourself into the feeling it gives you. Some tracks hit you with a fun and upbeat tune while others send you into your feels with inspirational lyrics. However, all 13 tracks are perfectly crafted to the point where skipping them isn’t an option. Golden Hour can be found on both Apple music and Spotify.
“Thank U, Next” sweeter than the last JENNIFER IBARA Staff Writer Ariana Grande is back with her highly anticipated fifth album, “Thank U, Next” on Feb. 8, only five and half months after releasing her Grammy award winning album “Sweetener.” The album’s title started as a tweet, literally, “thank u, next” and on the same day, released the same titled single. The album’s theme covers the struggles and rewards of relationships that we take for granted. When describing this album, Grande said, “A lot of the album mourns failed, yet
beautiful, relationships in my life.” The album starts off with a personal “imagine,” a song that would have fit perfectly with the themes of “Sweetener.” As it continues on, it goes into deeper themes of relationship that we try to hide from the world. One song, “Makeup,” is about how we secretly like to pick fights with a partner. “Ghostin” hits upon a feeling everyone can relate to: missing your ex while you’re with someone else. The album begins to wrap up with “7 Rings,” celebrating friendships and shopping. It then comes to an end with “Break up with
In Honor of International Women’s Day, Flare staff writer Catie Denfeld compiled a playlist of songs made by women for women, to celebrate all women across the world.
your girlfriend, I’m bored,” a fun song set as a reminder to laugh no matter how hard life gets. The ‘Thank U, Next” album has the same core Ariana Grande sound with a new twist. Her new songs have her usual clean melodies and subtle tones of her new R&Blike sound — welcoming for new ears while not isolating her original fans. With whistle tones and gorgeous harmonies, this album reminds us of the powerhouse voice that made Grande a household name. The three singles released ahead of this album broke numerous records proving
the world is more in love with her music than ever. Grande became the third female artist, as well as the youngest, to ever achieve two No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Even within 24 hours, “Thank U, Next” broke a number of records, including being the highest global debut for any female artist in every genre streamed on Apple Music. With this album, Ariana Grande has solidified her place in the music industry having record after record breaking hits.
Just scan this Spotify code to access the playlist, and be sure to tell us what you think about it on social media. Find us @TheFlareOnline on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
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Ginsburg’s origin story takes on the legal system then, now CATIE DENFELD Staff Writer
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atching Felicity Jones in the breathtaking film, “On the Basis of Sex,” is a privilege that small towns of East Texas have yet to experience. The title in itself is something that turns heads on the matter — and heads need to be turned. Attention continues to be necessary on the matter of sexbased discrimination. “On the Basis of Sex,” a film based on pop-culture icon and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, shows the start of her career and the struggles she faced as a woman to make something of herself in a male-dominated career. The film, which was directed by Ginsburg’s nephew, was a fantastic depiction of the difficulty that came with being a woman during this time and the obstacles she faced to find any decent job. Although the film didn’t give the full truth behind the story, like Dorothy Kenyon, played by Kathy Bates, helping persuade American Civil Liberties Union in backing the case, this scene was used to show the impact that Kenyon had on Ginsburg from the very beginning as one of the pioneers of the women’s-rights movement when it came to the changing of the laws. Small changes like these made throughout the movie showed the significance of campaigns like the feminist movement; not to help Hollywood in giving the movie a salefactor. The case that the movie was based on was given
to her by her husband Marty Ginsburg, played by Armie Hammer. Although it was a tax case, which Ginsburg doesn’t handle, it sparked her interest due to sex-based discrimination on a man. The thought of being able to break the system by showing them discrimination on a man, who the U.S. Constitution and laws were written for, brought Ginsburg out of her rut. Ginsburg was able to show the system just how wrong it was with this case, which helped start the movement to change almost 200 of the laws that show sex-based discrimination. There were also moments throughout the movie that, as a woman, I wanted to walk out because of the comments made about women by men. But this is what makes the movie stick with you so much more. Realizing what these women went through and experienced makes the fight for our rights as humans much more meaningful. The mission that Ginsburg set out on, as well as other women before and after her, brings light to the discrimination that the movie so perfectly shows. Those who watch the movie will see the barriers we faced then and face even now as women. The actors throughout the film, and the way they portray their roles, execute everything so perfectly that this film gives me, as a woman, so much pride to indirectly witness the changes happening throughout the law to better our social justice system for all women and men. The film will be available for purchase April 9 on DVD.
Movies To Check Out This Spring Break
Genre: Action Studio: Marvel Release Date: March 8
Genre: Romance Studio: CBS Films Release Date: March 15
Genre: Horror Studio: A24 Release Date: March 1
Genre: Drama Studio: Universal Home Release: March 5 Best Picture Winner 2019
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YOUR VIEW
OPINION
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1) Which media do you trust the most? 2) Which do you trust the least? 3) Which media outlets do you use to get accurate information?
Christina Herrera Houston sophomore
Emma Jackson Henderson freshman
Shelby East Lufkin sophomore
Nathaniel Jones Muskogee, Oklahoma sophomore
Adrian Anderson Henderson, sophomore
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1) News articles. 2) Social media. 3) Local newspapers.
1) Google. 2) Any biased news. 3) Google.
1) News articles. 2) Social media. 3) Local news.
1) Texas Tribune. 2) CNN. 3) I go online.
1) Twitter. 2) Facebook. 3) Twitter and Instagram.
Freedom of the press holds the key to a free society ‘A journalist’s mission is to have societies open their eyes by finding and sharing the facts’
ADRIANA CISNEROS EMERSON Executive Editor
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s a journalism major, I want to change the world. Because I come from Venezuela, a country where there is no freedom of speech or press whatsoever due to Maduro’s totalitarian regime, majoring in Journalism simply wasn’t an option for me while being there. However, because of my experience, I understand how important freedom of the press is for a fair, free society. As a result, now that I am in the U.S., I want to make use of my freedom to make a difference in the world. I want to make a difference in the lives of those who currently struggle in places where the right to live and express themselves is not guaranteed by the government. I have now spent years daydreaming of the moment where I finally develop the necessary tools to go to
different countries and show the world everything that is wrong with these regimes from the humanitarian point of view. Journalism is my way of fighting for human rights, of calling out politicians and people in power who take advantage of the weak and ignored, and of changing the world through sharing the truth. Marie Colvin, an American journalist and war correspondent who died in 2012 at the hands of dictator Bashar Al-Assad in Syria said that “a journalist’s hardest mission is to make people care.” To this day, Colvin is my role-model, and I agree with her on the fact that being a journalist is everything but an easy job. Being a journalist is not only about risking our lives in an attempt to find the truth, but working on producing a real change- which only comes when people’s hearts and sense of compassion are touched. Journalists have always been attacked for the simple fact that people don’t like to hear the truth. From verbal to physical attacks, some people, especially politicians, are willing to do whatever it takes to silence the voice of those who are begging to be heard. We often hear how some politicians’ best defense against the media exposing their unethical practices is to question
the veracity of the news. However, if the media isn’t capable of calling out politicians’ wrongdoings, then how does the public become aware of them? How do they make choices that are to affect their lives as members of a society? This is one of the biggest concerns journalists have always struggled with-
I want to make a difference in the lives of those who currently struggle in places where the right to live and express themselves is not guaranteed by the government. — Adriana Cisneros Emerson fighting those in power in the name of freedom of information. Whether our leaders like it or not, there is no democracy where there is no freedom of the press, for it is journalists who shape our societies and provide the information on which principles and values are set. It is essential that I also mention how journalists all over the world are unceasingly targeted in order to keep the truth from reaching people’s awareness. Journalists are attacked where politicians have something to
fear. Otherwise, why would it be necessary to jail journalists whose only crime was to report? Why would it be necessary to use bullets to silence journalists who were only reporting human rights being violated? I’m talking about countries such as Venezuela, where on Feb. 23, Annika Rothstein, a Swedish journalist was robbed, beaten, and threatened with death by Maduro’s regime just for reporting the country’s actual humanitarian and political crisis. I’m talking about places such as the Gaza strip, where journalists such as Yaser Murtaja have lost their lives for trying to show the brutal level of violence and repression the State of Israel uses on citizens from Gaza and journalists, despite them wearing press jackets and holding only a camera in their hands. I’m talking about countries such as Saudi Arabia and Turkey, where Jamal Khashoggi, a journalist from The Washington Post, was brutally murdered for criticizing Saudi Arabia’s prince, Mohammed bin Salman. Now, this begs the question: If this is how journalists get treated for doing their jobs, then what is left for those who have no power whatsoever to speak up? What is left for those who are everyday victims of these regimes and
their systematic human rights violation methods? Being in Venezuela was my opportunity to understand how a system should work; it was there that I understood the massive role media plays in people’s lives. A journalist’s mission is to have societies open their eyes by finding and sharing the facts. If people allow themselves to be affected by the truth, they will realize peace is far from being this world’s norm. However, while some people find it easy to ignore reality, others are dying as a result of government-inflicted crises and damages and people’s lack of knowledge, and therefore action. This is why journalism is fundamental today; not to tell the world what its stance should be on politics from Venezuela, Palestine/Israel, Saudi Arabia or any other country, but to be the voice of the oppressed, of those suffering and silenced by people in power, and to get members of different societies to have something to say about these injustices. Journalists, rather than being the enemy of the people, are their biggest allies against unfairness and misinformation. -Adriana is a journalism major from Venezuela currently living in Longview. She wants to be a war correspondent.
THE FLARE
OPINION
Purpose Media still crucial of the Press in informing public
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n this day and age, citizens look to news outlets for what’s going on in the world. News may be consumed through newspapers, magazines, radio and television and by other means such as cell phones and computers. Now more than ever, the media is scrutinized for lack of credibility. Despite the backlash that the media receives, media serves a great purpose for those who want and need to be informed on what is happening in the world. A journalist’s main purpose to readers is that “we search for the truth and tell people what we find.” –Evan Smith, CEO and co-founder of Texas Tribune. We inform the audience about what’s happening on both a local
and national scale. We report the news based off of what we know by using facts and disregard our own opinion on the topic that is being reported. Along with news, other happenings including sports and entertainment are highlighted as well. It doesn’t matter what the events or when it occurred, but we believe it is highly important to inform people on what they may and may not know about the events happening in the community. Because of our current political climate, the news media are considered “the enemy of the people.” In a survey conducted by statista. com regarding the level of trust in media in 26 countries as of November 2018, only 48% of Americans trusted the media. Over 33,000 people
responded to the survey. The news media is attacked on both a political scale and even a physical scale. On June 28, 2018, the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, Maryland, was shot up by a mass shooter which resulted in five fatalities. The shooter, Jarrod Ramos, had previously threatened to kill a journalist working with the Gazette in 2011. Looking past media scrutinization and attacks, we must see that media is important for multiple reasons. Local news informs you about when the next city council meeting will occur, what new movies are coming out this week or updates on who got married or who passed away. National news on the other hand informs you on events occurring
far from home and even across the globe. These are all examples of how media conveys useful information to audiences. It is important that as readers we must check our media in making sure that it is credible, is factual and most importantly, trustworthy. In the “clickbait” era, it is important that we pay attention to what media we consume in regards to basing it on facts. Media’s purpose has become important now more than ever in this technological age where news spreads and travels so quickly. As the great philosopher Aristotle once said, “It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.”
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Vol. 82 • No. 12 Friday, March 1, 2019 Executive Editor Adriana Cisneros Emerson Managing Editor Jamie Hwang Sports Editor Alec Reyes Photo Editor Catie Denfeld Entertainment Editor Travis Noriega Copy Editors Destiny Baldwin, Kendall Hurtt Staff Writers Catie Denfeld, Claire Feng, Jon Frazier, Carrie Harris, Rainy Harrison, Nadia Hill, Jennifer Ibarra, Rose Nunez, Chris Pena, Ryan Wayne, A.J. Williams Photographers Jon Frazier, Jennifer Ibarra, Sara Harris, Carrie Harris, Jamie Hwang Adviser Rachel Stallard
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Keep on rollin’ 6th win puts KC in good spot for playoffs ALEC REYES Sports Editor
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he Lady Rangers escaped Saturday’s annual Pink Game with rival and eighth ranked TJC by upsetting the Apache Ladies 72-65 in Masters Gymnasium. The win propels KC’s win streak to six games and was the second time in the span of one week that the Lady Rangers upset a nationally ranked opponent. There was hardly any room to breathe as 15 lead changes occurred throughout the contest. TJC lead by as many as seven points during the first quarter of action and led the Lady Rangers 15-12 at the end of the quarter. The second quarter was a boxing match as the Lady Rangers and Apache Ladies exchanged leads seven times. KC’s Dejah Williford-Kelley, who scored 11 points in the contest, made a last second shot to tie the game 34-34 a piece going into halftime. For a brief moment in the third quarter, the Lady Rangers led TJC 49-44 as Williford-Kelley, Emely
Top: Emely Rosario, Bronx, N.Y., sophomore, sinks six out of seven of her last quarter free throws to cement the Lady Rangers’ win over nationally ranked Tyler Junior College on Saturday, Feb. 23. Above: The KC Spirit Squad cheers on the Lady Rangers during the Pink Out game to raise money for cancer research. Right: Head Coach Addie Lees instructs her players on ways to combat against a close game.
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Rosario and Ireneshia Johnson combined for five points in that span. The three players scored 46 points combined in the game. The Apache Ladies rallied back and tied the game once more with five points of their own. Still too close to call going into the fourth, KC held the advantage over TJC 53-52. The first five minutes of the fourth quarter saw four lead changes, but KC maintained a 64-60 lead. With five minutes remaining in the game, the Lady Rangers began to breathe again. The Apache Ladies tied it up 64-64 with 2:10 left in the game, but KC had other plans. Rosario, KC’s lead scorer with 22 points, went off by scoring eight points in the waning minutes of the contest to secure the upset for the Lady Rangers. KC returned to action on the road this Wednesday Feb. 27 against Bossier Parish Community College at 5:30 p.m. The Lady Rangers close out the regular season at home Saturday March 2 against Jacksonville College at 2.p.m. for Sophomore Day.