October 2019 - Page 5 of 6

14Oct

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Opinion

Weekly Wallet

BY: Morgan Thayer This week we are going to discuss the difference between banks and credit unions, and what it means for you. Both banks and credit unions are financial institutions, but do you know what sets them apart from each other? Do you know the benefits of having one over the other? The most significant difference between the two is that banks are for-profit and credit unions are non-profit. Along with this difference, you will notice things such as customer service, fees, and services offered between both financial institutions to be noticeably different. 1. Customer Service One noticeable difference you will find with banks versus credit unions is their customer service. Due to the fact banks are for-profit, they are just trying to make another dollar regardless...

14Oct

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News

PowderPuff Football game

BY: Morgan Thayer The Theta Beta chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta is hosting a PowderPuff Football game to raise money to fight hunger in the Montgomery area. The game will be on November 1, and playoffs will take place on Nov. 2. General admission is $5, with an extra $2 to attend playoffs. T-shirts and concessions will be available for purchase. Registration will be from 5–5:30 p.m. and there will be a $10 cost to register teams. Teams can be co-ed and can consist of up to 10 players. Teams with less than 10 players will be paired together to form complete teams. For more information or to order a t-shirt, text ALPHA GAM to 334-235-9417.

Wreckfest Review: A Much Awaited Destruction Derby

11Oct

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Editorials

Wreckfest Review: A Much Awaited Destruction Derby

BY: Cory Donde I've always enjoyed racing games, but the ones that caught my attention the most were games where car crashing was not only enabled, but also encouraged. Games like the Burnout series and the Playstation 2 Flatout games caught my attention with flashy wrecks that gained you points as your fought your way to the front. Unfortunately, there has been a dry spell over the past decade since the last good destructive racing game Burnout Paradise was released in January 2008, which is so old in gaming years that many people who game exclusively on modern consoles were still in diapers upon it's release. Now, due to being published by THQ Nordic, developers of the Darksiders series, Red Faction series, and the much beloved SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom, a...

10Oct

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Sports

AUM Men’s Soccer Recap

BY: Allison Singleterry Auburn University at Montgomery’s men’s soccer team climbs to second place in the Gulf South Conference after beating Spring Hill College and University of West Florida. AUM beat Spring Hill, the 2018 GSC champions, 4-1. Spring Hill outshot the Warhawks 22 to 12 shots, but both teams had five shots on goal the whole game. AUM had a total of 14 fouls, while Spring Hill only had nine. Renan Diniz had three shots, two shots on goal, and two goals throughout the game. Phillip Spickenbaum had four shots, one shot on goal, and one goal during the match. Andrew Elkins had two shots, one shot on goal, and one goal. Arnaud Baron took one shot and picked up one assist during the game. The following Sunday, the Warhawks beat #6 West Florida 1-0. ...

Eastbrook Flea Market Annual Fall Yard Sale

10Oct

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News

Eastbrook Flea Market Annual Fall Yard Sale

BY: Cory Donde Once a year, Eastbrook Flea Market hosts a sale on antiques, furniture, kitchen wares, and other valuables. The event will be hosted in the parking lot on October 19 from 8 a.m.- 3 p.m., and the store will be open regular hours starting at 9 a.m. The store is located at 425 Coliseum Blvd, Montgomery, Alabama 36109. If you wish to add the event to your Facebook calendar, the event link is https://www.facebook.com/events/2330322280612198/. If you have any questions, call the store at 334-277-4027.

AUM Volleyball vs. The University of West Alabama

9Oct

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Sports

AUM Volleyball vs. The University of West Alabama

BY: Randy Dunn The AUM Warhawks will be going to battle with the West Florida Argonauts. They will be in familiar territory as they return home to face West Florida. This will be the first time the Warhawks and Argonauts will see each other this year. In 2017, West Alabama won their two matchups against the Warhawks (3-0) & (3-0), and in 2018, they met twice and defeated the Warhawks both meetings (3-0). The Warhawks are eager to continue their team success and continue to play as a solid unit. Dariona Dash (#1 Outside Hitter), Jaylyn Felder (#2 Middle Blocker), Sommer Rhea (#5 Outside Hitter), and Ariadne Borges (#6 Middle Blocker) have all been astonishing in helping their team remain successful, and with Coach Flavia Siqueira coaching them to victory. they will give it their ...

9Oct

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News

Making Strides of Montgomery

BY: Allison Singleterry October is known not only for Halloween, but also Breast Cancer Awareness. As the month is beginning, there are a ton of local events to help bring awareness to breast cancer. One of those is Making Strides of Montgomery. Making Strides of Montgomery is a walk that is hosted by the American Cancer Society. The event is going to be held on Oct. 19 and starts at 8:30 a.m. For easy check-in, registration is available online. There will also be a check-in area at the event for anyone who wants to sign up the day of. Check-in will begin at 7:30 a.m. on the day of the event. There will be an opening ceremony, and then the walk will begin. There will also be a special area for breast cancer survivors. The event will be held at the Montgomery Train She...

9Oct

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Campus, News

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

BY: Allison Singleterry The month of October isn’t only known for Halloween — it’s a month that also brings awareness to breast cancer.This month is also a great time for people to gain a better understanding of what breast cancer truly is and help those who may be walking through that disease. During the month of October, breast cancer events and campaigns are ramped up an extra notch. One of the easiest ways to help raise awareness is by simply wearing pink, but there are other ways to engage during the month. There are plenty of local and on-campus events that are being held during the month. In Montgomery, there will be a walk called “Making Strides of Montgomery” hosted by the American Cancer Society. The event will be Oct. 19 at 8:30 a.m. at the Montgomery Train...

5Oct

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News

Holiday Market 2019

BY: Molly Gray The Junior League of Montgomery is hosting their 31st Annual Holiday Market this year. It will be held at the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Ala. The Prancer’s Preview Party will be held on October 9 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.. This party is exclusively for people who purchase tickets to attend. There will also be a silent auction at the party. General Admission will be October 10 through October 12. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on October 10 and October 11, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on October 12. Tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the door upon arrival. Each day has a special event to go with it. October 10 will be Spirit Night from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. State colleges will be giving out door prizes. October 11 will be Girls’...

Student Spotlight: Computer Science with Joanna Sumner and Alex Maynard

5Oct

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News, University

Student Spotlight: Computer Science with Joanna Sumner and Alex Maynard

BY: Allison Stewart Downloading Student Spotlight… Eighty percent complete… One-hundred percent complete. Download successful. Joanna Sumner and Alex Maynard might know a thing or two about downloading content on a computer. As computer science majors, they focus their studies on critical thinking, computer programming and advanced computing skills. Both Joanna and Alex hope to use their degrees to become software developers. Specifically, Alex’s goal is to work in Huntsville. Joanna is interested in mobile app development. Joanna’s favorite things about AUM are the small class sizes and accessibility to professors when she needs help. Starting her Warhawk career in 2017, Joanna began as a math major. After taking a course where she learned about programming, Joanna f...