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MacArthur Center expected to fall under new ownership, what this means for Downtown Norfolk

In late January, the City of Norfolk Economic Development Authority was notified that MacArthur Center was officially for sale. MacArthur Center was built in 1999. Since then it has been recognized as one of the main Downtown Norfolk attractions and contributed to development of the light rail, condominiums, hotels, apartment communities, and office towers. It … Continue reading

Renaissance World Tour sells out stadiums
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Renaissance World Tour sells out stadiums

This past month Beyoncé released the dates for her highly anticipated “Renaissance” world tour months after the release of her ninth studio album under the same title. This will be the Grammy award-winning artist’s first solo tour in 7 years. Beyoncé released this information by simply posting an image to her Instagram with the caption … Continue reading

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Keith Anderson found safe in Houston

18-year-old Keith Anderson, who had been missing since the beginning of February, has been found safe in a Houston homeless shelter. Anderson was seen on January 29 at Norfolk State University shortly before being reported missing. On February 13, the Virginia State Police issued a missing person and endangered person alert on behalf of Norfolk … Continue reading

Softball Season off to a great start
Featured / Spartan Women / Sports

Softball Season off to a great start

The Norfolk State Spartans softball team has had a successful start to their season as they have defeated Youngstown State in their season opener. The Lady Spartans also held victories over University of Massachusetts Lowell, Bucknell University, Wagner College, and Georgetown University during the NSU-Hampton Classic.  They are also coming off an amazing season. The … Continue reading

Campus Life / Featured / Uncategorized

Douglass Day celebration on campus

Norfolk State’s History department hosted a Douglass Day Celebration in honor of Frederick Douglass’ birthday. Frederick Douglass, social reformer, journalist, and abolitionist who consistently advocated for the freedom and reconstruction of the Black community. Douglass began fighting at a young age when he escaped to freedom from slavery in his early twenties and continued to … Continue reading

Fashion / Lifestyle / Opinion & Editorial / Uncategorized

7 Valentine’s Day Outfits based on your favorite color

Whether it’s brunch with your girls or dinner with your boo you need the perfect outfit to turn heads on Valentine’s Day. Here are 7 outfit ideas for Valentine’s Day based on your favorite color:   Black & Bold   Want to go for a not-so-typical Valentine’s Day look? Why not go bold in all-black, like this lovely all-black above … Continue reading

Rihanna predictions…What will this musical comeback entail?
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Rihanna predictions…What will this musical comeback entail?

Superstar, singer, and CEO, Rihanna, will be performing tonight during the Super Bowl’s halftime show. The star has not released any new music or performed since her album Anti in 2016. Three months ago, her single “Lift Me Up” was included in the soundtrack for the film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.  Surprisingly her fans did … Continue reading

Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts’ showdown makes history as first two Black quarterbacks
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Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts’ showdown makes history as first two Black quarterbacks

Today, the biggest football game event in American history will take place in Glendale Arizona, Super Bowl 57. This game has numerous storylines, but historically this is the first Super Bowl to have two Black quarterbacks face one another. Patrick Mahomes leads the Kansas City Chiefs for the American Football Conference commonly known as, AFC. … Continue reading

New spiritual club sparks on campus
Campus Life / Featured / Lifestyle

New spiritual club sparks on campus

Junior psychology major Destiny Brickerson is taking her passion for mental health awareness and spirituality to campus. She is creating a space at Norfolk State University dedicated to healing and bringing the community together. Brickerson stated that she’s always been interested in spirituality, mental health, affirmations, and personal growth. When things have gotten hard, she’s … Continue reading

NSU President discusses housing, graduation rates, and other issues
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NSU President discusses housing, graduation rates, and other issues

Norfolk State University president, Dr. Javaune Adams- Gaston, recently met with reporters from the Spartan Echo to discuss some of the challenges and successes faced by the university over the past few semesters.  She also discussed the future of NSU and what to expect from the university in the midst of transition. Dr. Adams-Gaston, affectionately … Continue reading