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Abstraction: Gay is still normal

There is still this looming idea that LGBTQ people are different. We are seen as special, unique, brave, edgy, but all those adjectives give off the same impression: we’re still different. 



The Spot offers the best vibes, most helpful staff in town

We really value our customers, and we believe that their experience in our shop should be one that leaves a lasting impression. We want to be a place where you can show up, enjoy the atmosphere and friendly staff, and take a look at our extensive inventory. The Spot offers the best vibes and most helpful staff around town.


U.S. President Joe Biden and other officials attend the dignified transfer of the remains of fallen service members at the Dover Air Force Base in Dover, Delaware, Aug. 29, 2021, after 13 members of the U.S. military were killed in Afghanistan last week. U.S. troops officially left Afghanistan Aug. 30, ending their participation in a 20-year-long war. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images/TNS, Photo Courtesy

Taliban guard says last US planes have flown out of Kabul

A Taliban guard at Kabul’s airport said the last U.S. planes have flown out of Afghanistan and celebratory gunfire erupted across the Afghan capital, marking the symbolic end of 20 years of war. In Washington, the U.S. confirmed the withdrawal of its last troops, which faced a self-imposed deadline of Aug. 31 from President Joe Biden.




The Ball State Run Club women's team meets up before a cross country race. Hollyn Anderson, vice president of the Run Club, said she enjoys the environment of the races, and likes that it isn't as much of a commitment level as the official Ball State cross country and track team. Zack DeSimone, Photo Provided

Ball State's Run Club returns after pandemic hiatus to host practices

When Brock Spahr stepped onto Ball State’s campus as a freshman in 2019, he carried his passion for cross country running with him. Now, as a junior, Spahr belongs to a community of runners with Ball State’s Run Club —  an organization that allows people of all paces and abilities to get together and run.