By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorIf you weren’t able to snag tickets for either of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament games, no need to stay home twiddling your thumbs. There’s plenty of fun to be had throughout Waco this weekend, from theatre, to drag and even a monster truck show. Arsenic & Old Lace | March 21-22, 27...

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By Janay Boyd | ReporterFor Leah Keith, the journey to running her own cookie business, Sugars by Leah, was as organic as it was unexpected. What started as a hobby of decorating cakes soon evolved into a full-time business, built on a passion for creativity and a love for being part of life's special moments."I used to make decorated cakes...

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By Shane Mead | Staff WriterSouth Korean Director Bong Joon Ho had us in a chokehold with Parasite (2019), which earned a 99% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and boasts a 4.5 rating on Letterboxd. His critiques on capitalism as well as the social and economic class system were applauded — strong enough to earn four Academy Awards as well as...

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By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorWelcome back, Bears! Whether you spent your spring break skiing in the snowy mountains, sprawled out on sunny, sandy shores or right here in Waco, here are some new songs to help you get back in the swing of things on campus. “The Giver” by Chappell Roan (March 13) To all the pink...

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By Emma Reed | InternThe annual Beall Poetry Festival, an interactive event for students, returns to Baylor University from March 19-21. This festival invites everyone — from poetry enthusiasts to those who are just curious about the art form — to engage with celebrated poets and their work. This year marks the 31st celebration of the Beall Poetry Festival. Baylor...

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By Kalena Reynolds | Staff WriterAt 8 p.m. on Sunday at Common Grounds, alumnae and current "The Voice" contestant Tori Templet performed an array of original songs in a show alongside opener and Vail, Colo. senior Langley Cerovich. He started with a soft and melodic acoustic song that included various vocals and guitar riffs, ultimately blending to produce the notes...

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By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorIf you’re stuck in Waco for spring break, have no fear — there’s still fun to be had. Whether you need a day strolling in the sun at the Silos or a good plate of barbecue, make your spring break one to remember with these events. Shell-a-bration | March 8 | 9 a.m....

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By Kalena Reynolds | Staff Writer"Everyone can leave with a hat" is the motto of the owner of Rancher Hat Bar, Shantelle Girard. Rancher Hat Bar originally started out of a vintage camper trailer in 2023 and quickly gained popularity across the United States. It currently has six locations open, with the newest one in Waco. There are various other...

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By Shane Mead | Staff WriterTaped on the entrance of Huaco Lounge, a local Mexican restaurant, is a sign that reads, "Sorry, we are closed! However, we are open at our Union Hall location 'Huaco Eatery,' located at 720 Franklin Ave."Inside, the lights are off, the shelves are empty and the chairs are gone. Huaco Lounge is officially closed for...

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By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorTonight, all the colors of the rainbow filled the sky above Fountain Mall in a powdery array as the Baylor Indian Subcontinent Student Association (ISSA) held their annual Festival of Colors — Holi. Here, students gathered to eat veggie samosas, drink Frooti and toss Holi powder at each other as the sun set...

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