The Greater Grambling Chamber of Commerce will host an economic Development summit from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Black & Gold Room on Sept. 20. The theme for the summit is “Building Louisiana _” One City at a Time.” The summit is in response to the devastating impact […]
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Attendance low at first SGA rally
It didn’t take long at all. Students started complaining as soon as they arrived about the things that were going on at Grambling State University. In turn, the Student Government Association decided to hold a rally to hear students voice their concerns. Expecting a rowdy crowd, police officers were present […]
Local resident disagrees with The Word columnist
Dear Word editor: Preacher Donald Lee presented "walk by faith, not by sight" in 08/31/06 G’nite. He presented the common views of Christianity with such clarity and conviction most common Christians would readily agree. But I don’t. Donald failed to present the biblical definition for faith "now faith is […]
G-Men lose nail-biter to Hampton Pirates
The Tigers of Grambling State lost what turned out to be a very exciting season-opener against Hampton by a one-point margin, 27-26, in the first-ever overtime game for Coach Melvin Spears. The game, which was held at Legion Field in Birmingham, was televised nationally on ESPN2, and fans of both […]
Looking for love; trust God
By now campus is settling down from all of the registration pandemonium, and the freshmen along with upperclassmen are getting a feel of campus life. Many people are meeting for the first time and emotions are starting to become established. Just during this first three weeks of school many people […]
Online gamers gearing up for fantasy football season
All across the United States, football fans are gearing up for a new season. While most fans simply flop down on their couches for college and pro games every week, an ever-increasing number of fans take part in interactive versions of America’s true favorite pastime. Many choose to plunk down […]
Thank God that football has returned
Ah, yes. Life is great again. Why do I say that you might ask? As I am sure most of you know, 2006 NCAA football has already started, and NFL football is own its way in less than a week, and I am overjoyed that they are back. I have […]
Making unions last through ministry
With the U.S. divorce rate as high as 38%, it is no wonder that couples are seeking counseling or participating in marriage ministries in an effort to make their unions last. At New Living Word Ministry, couples are afforded the opportunity to participate in a marriage ministry that is Word-based […]
GSU loses a precious Jewel
Funeral services for Jewell Dukes Wiley, a member of the Grambling State University office of registrar, will be held Saturday, Sept. 9, at New Rocky Valley B.C. at 11 a.m. Jewell was the 14th child of the late Freddie Dukes and Cora Sparks Dukes. She was born February 3, 1949, […]
Outkast does it again with hip-hop musical
Every generation has a person or group of people who challenge the norm and are considered trendsetters. By far, Outkast holds the title for our generation. From music to movies, the Atlanta duo has been on top of the music game since they stepped on the scene in 1994 with […]