Josh Taylor saved his only basket of the game for when the Colonels needed it most. After Darnell Dialls and Jamaal Douglas fouled out of the game and Austin Peay had taken a 62-61 lead, the freshman found himself with the opportunity to be a hero in the final 21 seconds.… Post the First Comment

It is some people's biggest fear. And some Eastern employees are living it. A few faculty members at Eastern became the victims of identity theft after a break-in at Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, the company that insures Eastern employees. According to Jim Kappel, spokesperson for Anthem, someone broke into an office in October and stole computer tapes, holding personal information of about 196,000 customers.… 2 Comments

Never think your past would catch up with you? Think again. As of July 2006, the Kentucky State Legislature passed a law requiring all state university employees, from the president to student employees, to undergo a background check. Now, all U.S. citizens must pass a background check at the state and federal levels.… Post the First Comment

It's official. You still have to wait until Monday to down a few beers at Applebee's. The Richmond City Commission unanimously voted Tuesday to reject a rule that would allow alcohol to be sold on Sundays in Richmond. Americans are taught throughout their lives the rule of separation of church and state and its purpose.… Post the First Comment

The story behind Daniel Boone's lucky foot might not be the best-kept secret at Eastern. In fact, people likely know more about the statue than Eastern's graduate program. In fall 2006, the graduate student enrollment at Eastern was 2,140, according to Jerry Pogatshnik, dean of Eastern's graduate school.… Post the First Comment

"This whole situation is truly unbelievable," said Eastern student Jennifer West. She has been selected as one of 50 women from across America to spend a week with Oprah Winfrey at Miraval Resort in Tucson, Ariz. West is 23 years old and from Greenville, Ky.… 2 Comments

Relationships are hard. They bring you to the ultimate high and crash you into the ground. David Coleman, the "Dating Doctor," wants to help make the landing a little softer. In his presentation, Coleman gave students insight into relationships. "Do not ask me questions you do not want the answer to," Coleman said.… Post the First Comment

Who knew a two-vehicle collision on Monday morning would cause a hazardous material incident? Well, no one. Jonathan Barnes, a part-time chemistry instructor at Eastern's extended campus in Corbin, was carrying hazardous materials in his vehicle at the time of the accident, according to Corey Lewis of the Richmond Fire Department.… Post the First Comment

The Student Activities Council might be doing things a little differently after Tuesday's Student Government Association meeting. SGA passed a resolution during their weekly meeting that will require SAC to take a closer look at how it handles student programming.… 4 Comments

It's not every day a woman can claim to have challenged the way an entire nation evaluates itself - unless that woman is Kristin Neff. In the newest installment of the Chautauqua lecture series, Neff, a psychologist and behavioral scientist who earned her Ph.… Post the First Comment

Progress wins awards at KIPA The Eastern Progress picked up 20 awards at the Kentucky Intercollegiate Press Association convention Saturday in Louisville. The Progress won first place for best overall layout. Staff members who received first place awards include: Brittany Davenport and Brooke Rasor for best features layout; Travis Vincent for best sports page layout; Jenna Mink for best personality profile story; and Laura Kersey for best sports news story.… Post the First Comment

? TODAY 6:30 p.m. The KHSAA 44th District basketball tournament will be held in the Paul McBrayer Arena today through Saturday. 8 p.m. The EKU Theatre will present Lysistrata in the Gifford Theater today through Saturday. ? FRIDAY 11 a.m. Eastern's football program will host a blood drive in Powell lobby.…

Feb. 26 ? Three students reported several loads of laundry stolen from washing machines in Dupree Hall. ? Richard M. Lawniczak, of Berea, was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct. Feb. 25 ? Johnathan L. Powers, of Richmond, was arrested and charged with disregarding traffic control device and operating a motor vehicle under the influence.… Post the First Comment

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Keep an open mind about a suggestion you see as unworkable. Give it a chance to prove itself one way or another. The results could surprise both supporters and detractors. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) News about an upcoming venture causes you to make some last-minute adjustments in your plans.…