Category: Spring 2017
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Oscar season brings recognition to best films
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer In the movie world, ‘award season’ kicks into high gear at the beginning of every year. At the beginning of January, it’s the “Critics Choice Awards” and the “Golden Globes.” By the end of the month, the “Producers Guild of America Awards” and the “Screen Actor Guild Awards” arrive. Finally, in…
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New songs create buzz between Sheeran fans
by VANESSA DELGADO//Staff Writer Ed Sheeran has become a very well renowned singer and songwriter since the debut of his first album. Even though the artist is from the United Kingdom, he has made himself quite popular in the United States. With each new album, his group of fans becomes greater. Sheeran can put anyone…
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Post Malone impresses with song variety in ‘Stoney’
by DOMINICK PUENTE//Editorial Assistant With Post Malone releasing his debut album, he has incorporated a variety of vocalizations to climb the music charts. After releasing singles throughout 2016, Post Malone has put out his first complete album with Republic in December. Coming into 2017, Malone’s album, “Stoney,” has taken the rap culture by storm, due…
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Nightwing returns to rooftops in rebirth comic
by RILEY GOLDEN//Entertainment Editor Dick Grayson is once again donning his black and blue Nightwing tights, and has found himself in the talons of the Parliament of Owls. “Nightwing Vol. 1: Better Than Batman” is a part of the DC Universe Rebirth, in which all the stories in the DC comic universe make a shift to…
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Monster Truck tour excites crowd with flying stunts
by ALEX PEREZ//Feature Editor Engines roaring, crowds screaming, metal crashing and dirt flying. This was the scene at the Traxxas Monster Truck Destruction Tour that rampaged on Feb. 10 at the City Bank Coliseum in Lubbock. The show wowed the crowd with death-defying stunts and high-flying jumps that cleared three full-size cars. Children and adults cheered…
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Shyamalan makes return with quality film, ‘Split’
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer M. Night Shyamalan has returned to the big screen with his best film since “Signs.” In a redeeming fashion, Shyamalan offers up “Split,” making up for a recent spell of less than stellar films. In Shyamalan’s prime, he introduced psychological thrillers such as “The Sixth Sense,” “Unbreakable,” “Signs,” and even “The Village.”…
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Escape from Baker house of horrors in ‘Resident Evil 7’
by TYLER YORK//Online Editor Scared doesn’t even begin to describe the experience I had during my time with “Resident Evil 7.” My idea of unwinding doesn’t normally involve deliberately frightening myself. That’s not to say I don’t appreciate a good thrill. Universal Studios Florida is one of my favorite places on earth. I enjoy movies such…
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Texans keep undefeated streak alive in conference play
by DOMINICK PUENTE//Editorial Assistant The South Plains College men’s basketball team has dominated throughout the season against tough opponents. With an undefeated season on the line, the No. 1-ranked Texans went on the road to defeat Odessa College 93-80 on Feb. 9. Being ranked fourth in the nation, the Wranglers attempted to stall the Texan offense…
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Lady Texans showcase dominant offense before playoffs
by DOMINICK PUENTE//Editorial Assistant Offense has been key for the South Plains College women’s basketball team through the final stretch of the season and Western Junior College Athletic Conference play. With the momentum of a four-game winning streak, the No. 7-ranked Lady Texans stumbled on the road against Odessa College, falling 53-51 on Feb. 9. After…
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Current NFL Hall of Fame class causes confusion
by STEVEN GEHEGAN//Sports Editor The National Football League recently released this year’s Hall of Fame class, with one notable exclusion and one questionable inclusion. The 2017 class consists of: LaDainian Tomlinson, running back for the San Diego Chargers and New York Jets; Morten Andersen, a kicker who played most of his career for the New…
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James crosses line by calling out journalist
by DOMINICK PUENTE//Editorial Assistant With midseason tensions brewing, Cleveland Cavaliers superstar Lebron James recently made his feelings clear to journalist Frank Isola after a released article. After an impressive comeback victory against the Washington Wizards, James was asked about rumors of him wanting teammate Kevin Love to be traded for a better option and close…
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Friday Night Sights…Talents on Display at Lubbock Art Trail
by STACY JOHNSON//Editorial Assistant For a few hours each month, Lubbock’s downtown area is transformed into a bustling, picturesque landscape of socialization and cultural activity. For the past 12 years, First Friday Art Trail has brought a dazzling vibrancy to Downtown Lubbock. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the first Friday of every month,…
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Women march in protest of president, executive decisions
by ALEX PEREZ//Feature Editor Women are the definition of strong and need to be recognized as such. A crowd of women, men, children and even dogs came together as advocates for women’s and LGBTQIA rights gathered near the intersection of 19th Street and University Avenue in Lubbock on Jan. 21 for a Women’s March. A day…
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Risque Business: Prostitution growing concern for law enforcement agencies
by MATT MOLINAR//Associate Editor [Editor’s note: This story is the first part of the multi-part series “Risque Business,” examining the dangers of prostitution that begins with Issue #7 and concludes in Issue #12. Several staff members took it upon themselves to interview, take photographs, and conduct research. The results of their combined efforts follow.] Sex…
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New furniture installed in residence halls during break
by HANNAH NELSON//Staff Writer Many South Plains College students residing on the Levelland campus came back to modernized dorm rooms after returning from the winter break. During the break, many of the rooms in residence halls on the Levelland campus received new furniture. The dated furniture was removed and replaced by new modern renditions. Select dorm…
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Journalism students win eight awards in fall contest
by PLAINSMAN PRESS STAFF The Plainsman Press was notified following the semester break that current and former staff members are the recipients of eight awards from the Texas Community College Journalism Association. The awards are from a fall contest for material published during the spring 2016 and fall 2016 semesters. The Plainsman Press swept the…
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Board of Regents review spring enrollment, faculty evaluations
by SARA MARSHALL//Editor-in-Chief Enrollment for the spring semester, housing occupancy, faculty evaluations and the current Texas State Legislative Session were among topics discussed during the January meeting of the South Plains College Board of Regents. Cathy Mitchell, vice president for student affairs, previewed the preliminary spring enrollment and housing occupancy for the Board. Prior to…
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Former law enforcement student realizes leadership dream
by SHELBY MORGAN//Staff Writer Following his heart and hard work has led Dr. Lance Scott to his current position at South Plains College as the new Chairperson of the Department of Professional Services and Energy. Dr. Scott is a product of the program he is now in charge of, having graduated from SPC with an…
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SPC participating in statewide campaign to prevent dating violence, sexual assault
by BRANDI ORTIZ//News Editor South Plains College will host the Red Flag Campaign during the month of February on the Levelland campus. The Health and Wellness Center staff hopes to spread awareness about sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking on college campuses through the campaign from Feb. 3 to Feb. 17. “Friends and family members are…
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Citizens deserve fair health care coverage
by BRITTNY STEGALL//Opinion Editor Donald Trump is going to take away the one thing that is keeping Americans afloat. If Obamacare is repealed, it will leave millions of families without affordable health care. Obamacare has impacted families, senior citizens, college students, and women. This health care helps senior citizens pay less for Medicare coverage and…