March 2020 -

Gov. Greg Abbott extended social distancing measures in Texas to April 30 and urged schools to remain closed through May 3, in an announcement given…

Staff Recs

I would recommend Rotten Mango, which is a true crime podcast that sheds light on a lot of international cases that are not as well-known.
– Stephanie Vo (Graphic Designer)

I would recommend Zodiac! I think that it’s a really interesting movie and the fact that it occurred in real life leaves an unsettling feeling after watching it. Do be advised though, it might be a bit too much to watch if you are someone who doesn’t watch thriller/horror movies.
– Amanda Ezeigbo (Reporter)

I would tell you to read “10 Days in a Madhouse” by Nellie Bly. Bly was a journalist who, in 1887, feigned insanity in order to be involuntarily committed into an asylum. Originally published as a series of articles, they were later turned into a book that exposed the horrors of asylums and led to a grand jury investigation and reforms for correctional facilities.
– Isabella Castillo (Reporter)

I would say watch The Keepers on Netflix (with trigger warning discretion) which reveals firsthand accounts of the corruption leading to the murder of Catherine Cesnik.
– Annalise Soto (Copy Editor)

Posts published in March 2020

Denton County announces fourth death, extends disaster declaration

Coping with being cooped up

Denton County announces third COVID-19 death, 26 new cases

Denton County confirms 17 new COVID-19 cases, bringing county total to 165

Denton County confirms second COVID-19 related death, 11 new cases

COVID-19 total reaches 137 in Denton County, 54 new cases confirmed

Meal plan changes offer students more meals, less dining dollars next semester

First COVID-19 death, 13 new cases in Denton County

Coronavirus advice: Stay informed, identify misinformation

Prorated housing, dining credits offered to residents who move out by Friday

“I Am Not Okay With This” is a cheesy but realistic portrayal of the high school experience

19 new COVID-19 cases reported, total in Denton County increases to 70

Women’s History Month: A look back at TWU’s role in pioneering women’s education

Denton County coronavirus cases soar to 51, 15 new cases confirmed