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Sunup, Left Out: Georgia’s Solar Rise Leaves Residents Behind 
May 8, 2026
Image by Robert Jones from Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/photos/protest-flag-demonstration-people-3290026/
Scrolling Our Way into Greater Political Divide
May 8, 2026
The University of North Georgia's Gainesville campus is planning to add an additional entrance to combat potential congestion. Photo by Micah Creech
Growth in UNG and the Oakwood community
May 5, 2026
Polymarket's online interface showing the consumer precariously picked positions to bet on. Screenshot of Polymarket by Robert Bradley
Prediction Market Peril
May 4, 2026
Junior business major Vershawn Johnson will serve as the 2026-27 SGA president.
SGA Announces 2026-27 Election Results, Outlines Structural Changes
April 28, 2026
The UNG softball team was motivated and determined during its championship run.
Nighthawks’ Softball Championship Run Ends in Chattanooga
June 19, 2026
Ty Gibbs, Driver of the #54 Monster Energy Toyota Camry XSE doing a celebratory burnout after his first win. Photo by Riley Hansen.
Ty Gibbs breaks through for first Cup win at Bristol
April 13, 2026
An August afternoon at Truist Park is a feeling like no other, with the playoffs on the horizon.
Tomahawks are Chopping Again
March 19, 2026
Bobby G's busy bar hours before the game starts.
How The Chicago Bears Helped Keep Bobby G’s Packed On Game Days
March 19, 2026
Tyler Reddick does a celebratory burnout while holding three fingers out the window net after his win at Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. Photo by Dan Schellenburg
Reddick Opens NASCAR Season with Historic Three Win Streak
March 4, 2026
Image shows pads and tampons on display.
The Pains of Period Poverty
May 8, 2026
Exit 12 of 400, the end point of the construction project
State Route 400 is Getting a Makeover
May 8, 2026
Artists and students alike all belong in Kitty House. Photo by Jordan Raines.
Kitty House is Organized Chaos
May 5, 2026
Lake Lanier is the largest lake in Georgia, with nearly 700 miles of shoreline.
Why Lake Lanier Needs Its Ghosts
May 5, 2026
Exploring the potential cross-contamination risks in the Nighthawk Food Hall on UNG Gainesville's campus. Photo by Jacklyn Doyne.
Student Investigation Finds Gaps in Dining and Support for Celiac Students on Campus
May 4, 2026
The Nostalgia Machine: A Never-Ending Cycle of Sequels, Prequels and Remakes
May 5, 2026
A photo of The Weeknd performing live at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Photo by Madison Meredith.
Sold Out and Priced Out: The Rising Cost of Live Music
May 4, 2026
Photo by Andrew Salerno
Hollywood Comes to North Georgia: UNG Staff Create a Micro Budget Film Lab
April 22, 2026
Promo image of Taylor Frankie Paul on The Bachelorette. Photo by Sami Drasin
ABC’s Final Rose: The Cancellation of The Bachelorette
April 21, 2026
Assorted vinyls lines the shelves and walls at the historic Athens location of Wuxtry Records. Photo by Robert Bradley
Record Store Day Shines on Wuxtry’s Golden Anniversary
April 20, 2026
Students use 3D printing to create objects from biodegradable materials.
Skill Up at the UNG MakerBot Innovation Center
May 6, 2026
UNG Student checking out the Federal Work Study website. Photo by Amelia Anderson
Discovering the Opportunities of the Federal Work-Study Program
May 6, 2026
Collectors can find older editions of Webster Dictionaries at antique stores, showcasing both common and rare editions. Photo by Riley Hansen.
Dictionaries Collecting Dust: Catalyst of Change to Collectors Items
May 6, 2026
Members of Greek life gathered on Dahlonega’s campus in Fall 2025. Photo by Madison Wimberly.
Greek Life at UNG: GPA Standards and Academic Support
May 5, 2026
Exploring how UNG students learn in different settings Photo by https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/
Online vs. In-Person Classes: Which Do UNG Students Learn Better In?
April 30, 2026

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Riley Hansen, Staff Writer

Hello everyone!

My name is Riley, I am currently pursing a B.A. in Writing and Publication with a minor in journalism.  I enjoy covering stories that include elements of education and the environment.

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