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Nevada Warner
Staff Writer

Nevada Warner is a 19-year-old sophomore majoring in communication at Shawnee State University. She comes from Hillsboro, Ohio, (an hour northwest from Portsmouth) to Shawnee State University to complete...

Jacob Naumovski
Jacob Naumovski
Staff Writer

For Shawnee State junior Jacob Naumovski, history has always been a subject that came naturally to him. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Naumovski is majoring in history and considering a master’s degree...

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Fred’s Pizza Express offers seasonal slices
Adrienne Whitley, Staff Writer • October 15, 2025

Fred’s Pizza Express has been a community staple since 1971, but its tradition of holiday decorating began in 2009 when the restaurant’s dining room first opened. Each...

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SSU women’s basketball team ranked No. 23 in NAIA national poll
Lilly-May Walker, Staff Writer • October 24, 2025

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio – The Shawnee State University women’s basketball team is ranked No. 23 in the latest NAIA national poll, marking a strong start to the season for the Bears. Senior guard Miyoshi Ellis said this year’s team combines individual talent with strong teamwork both on and off the court. “This team is very talented individually but also works hard every day and is able to put all...

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Bears look to carry last season’s success into the new year
Lilly-May Walker, Staff Writer • October 11, 2025

Shawnee State University’s women’s basketball team enters the upcoming season with both confidence and focus, according to assistant head coach Marnae Holland. “This year’s group feels a little different in the best way,” Holland said. “We’re returning a solid core that understands our culture, and the new players have brought great energy and depth.” Holland explained that maturity...

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Bear Run gets time to shine
Jacob Naumovski, Staff Writer • October 3, 2025

Beginning at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 24, Shawnee State University hosted its annual Bear Run 5k race. The race started with 267 individuals signed up to run, jog or even walk the distance and included students, student athletes from the cross country, baseball and softball teams, university alumni and local runners. Among that group, 173 of them had a recorded finishing time. Conner Flynn, the...

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Shawnee State Bear Run 2025
Adrienne Whitley, Staff Writer • October 1, 2025

Join Adrienne Whitley as she highlights the Shawnee Bear Run 2025!

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Red Cross makes it easy to donate with online registration
Nevada Warner, Staff Writer • September 28, 2025

Shawnee State University regularly partners with the American Red Cross to offer opportunities for the campus community to donate blood and make a difference in the lives of people who need those donations. However, you don't have to wait for a campus blood drive to make a donation. You can visit the Red Cross website, type in your ZIP code and make an appointment when you see a convenient date for...

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Under the needle: New acupuncture business opens in Portsmouth
Hope Jenkins, Staff Writer • October 21, 2025

We all know that college can be extremely stressful — mentally, physically and emotionally. Work and projects can pile up, sports can cause injuries and strains and the...

SSU students find hot spots on and around campus to unwind
Nevada Warner, Staff Writer • October 18, 2025

College is very important if one wants to build a higher level of knowledge to benefit one’s future. Higher education should help you develop both professional and personal...

Players compete in the Oct. 14 chess tournament hosted by The Landing.
Local chess players compete in tournament at The Landing
Jacob Naumovski, Staff Writer • October 17, 2025

On Oct. 14, local coffee shop and lounge The Landing in Portsmouth hosted one of many chess tournaments planned for the location. While the turnout was smaller than expected,...

Heather Cantrell, assistant director of advising and academic resources
Athletes turn to Success Center for guidance on and off the court
Lilly-May Walker, Staff Writer • October 11, 2025

At Shawnee State University, the Student Success Center is doing more than offering a quiet place for study tables. It is becoming a hub where student-athletes can find academic...

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SSU students find hot spots on and around campus to unwind
Nevada Warner, Staff Writer • October 18, 2025

College is very important if one wants to build a higher level of knowledge to benefit one’s future. Higher education should help you develop both professional and personal...

Department of Public Safety provides security, tips to keep students safe
Nevada Warner, Staff Writer • October 11, 2025

Being uncomfortable is not fun to say the least. If someone has ever been watched or followed, they are aware of the feeling that lingers over them like a heavy coat. That...

Heather Cantrell, assistant director of advising and academic resources
Athletes turn to Success Center for guidance on and off the court
Lilly-May Walker, Staff Writer • October 11, 2025

At Shawnee State University, the Student Success Center is doing more than offering a quiet place for study tables. It is becoming a hub where student-athletes can find academic...

Mental health matters; Bear with us
Nevada Warner, Staff Writer • October 3, 2025

Life can be stressful sometimes to say the least. Everyone is different and faces different struggles at different times and stages in life and we all handle them differently....

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SSU students find hot spots on and around campus to unwind
Nevada Warner, Staff Writer • October 18, 2025

College is very important if one wants to build a higher level of knowledge to benefit one’s future. Higher education should help you develop both professional and personal...

Department of Public Safety provides security, tips to keep students safe
Nevada Warner, Staff Writer • October 11, 2025

Being uncomfortable is not fun to say the least. If someone has ever been watched or followed, they are aware of the feeling that lingers over them like a heavy coat. That...

Heather Cantrell, assistant director of advising and academic resources
Athletes turn to Success Center for guidance on and off the court
Lilly-May Walker, Staff Writer • October 11, 2025

At Shawnee State University, the Student Success Center is doing more than offering a quiet place for study tables. It is becoming a hub where student-athletes can find academic...

Mental health matters; Bear with us
Nevada Warner, Staff Writer • October 3, 2025

Life can be stressful sometimes to say the least. Everyone is different and faces different struggles at different times and stages in life and we all handle them differently....

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