On Tuesday night, Kentucky was the first state the networks turned a deep shade of red. But for the first time since 1960, and only the second time in the last 22 elections, Kentucky's electoral votes did not go to the next president of the United States. Barack Obama won the presidency by a large margin of Electoral College votes, and also defeated John McCain solidly in the popular vote.… 1 Comment

When running for office, politicians often get a bad reputation for making campaign promises they can't keep. Citizens expect to see progressive change from their elected officials, and rightfully so. Eastern students should also be able to expect change from those they elect to student government positions.… Post the First Comment

Eastern Kentucky turned Cape Girardeau into Cape Fear for all OVC foes this past weekend. Saturday morning the women's and men's cross country teams competed in the OVC Championships. The women won first place around half past nine, and about an hour later the men took first place also.… Post the First Comment

Headlines have painted a bleak economic portrait of the nation and the Commonwealth, leaving students concerned about how it will impact their wallets. With a substantial increase in tuition, the largest stock market plunge since the depression, and record foreclosures, the country may not officially be in recession, but experts say it's coming.… 1 Comment

Unless they've enrolled in a world religions course, chances are most college students are not aware of some of the other major religions practiced throughout the world. Their stereotypical knowledge may not go beyond Buddhism involving a short, jolly bald man, Hinduism somehow involving cows and Confucianism existing somewhere near China.… 1 Comment

When the old student IDs were replaced with Colonel One cards last April, school administrators hoped to give students convenience and quicker access to their refunds. But some students weren't quick to jump on the convenience bandwagon. "It's been more trouble than it's worth," junior Sara Ratliff said.… 1 Comment

Eastern students now have a safe place to walk between Keene Johnson and the Crabbe Library. The addition of a sidewalk between these two buildings will make walking on campus easier and safer for students. "We are always trying to find routes for people to travel safely," said Ed Herzog, the associate director of Capital Planning and Facilities Management.… Post the First Comment

Molly Dattilo Case Upgraded to Homicide Investigation Eastern student Molly Dattilo, of Madison, Indiana, was reported missing on the evening of Tuesday, July 6, 2004 while living with her brother in Indianapolis. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department of Missing Persons Unit has been investigating Dattilo's disappearance, but the case was recently reassigned to the IMPD Homicide Unit due to additional information provided by the last man to have seen her.… Post the First Comment