2009 March

Front Page

State Champs
Most athletes only dream of winning a state championship—anywhere. Jones County Junior College’s men and women’s hardwood teams got to experience just that on their home court and in front of their crowd.

Jones inspires students at Black History program
The month of February has been set aside for Black History Month for many years now. We use this particular month to remember those individuals lost to this world for standing up for what they believed in.

JC holds first Apollo Competition
The First Jones Apollo was held January 27 in the Home and Health Auditorium, and was a bigger hit than anticipated by its sponsors.

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Campus police get new home
The JCJC Campus Police Office, formerly located in the Hutcheson-Hubbard Administration Building, has relocated next to the Game Room.

Smith named president elect
The state of Mississippi Faculty and Staff Association recently elected ASE certified master automotive machinist Bob Smith as vice president/president elect. Smith has been teaching at Jones for 18 years, has been a member of the association for about 15 years and was the local president of the association for five years.

Nursing test becomes more challenging
Individuals planning to apply for the Associate Degree Nursing Program at JCJC may be interested in a few changes being made to the curriculum.

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Jones, Computers, Bailout, Abortion, Lady Cats, Media, ADN, Assists, Hoops

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JCJC Faces Budget Cuts
The country has hit hard times. With economic stimulus packages being bandied about, many once successful stores closing left and right, and jobs being lost daily, it is no wonder that colleges are suffering as well.

JC holds first Mardi Gras ball
On February 7, Jones County Junior College hosted its first Mardi Gras Ball in the C.L.
Neil Student Center.

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Champs

Opinions Page 3

Editorial: Sexual content on tv may lead to real problems
Psychologists theorize that entertainment violence can cause children to act in violent ways. Many believe constant exposure to “make-believe” shooting, stealing and other crimes desensitizes children and makes these acts seem “cool.”

Obama lifts ban on abortion funding
Most Americans have heard about the case of Roe v. Wade. It is remembered as the historical case that changed America - and not necessarily for the better.

Government bailout comes with high price tag
During an economic address at George Mason University, President Barack Obama recently claimed that government is our only hope to save us from the current economic crisis.

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Bobcat hoops atop South Division
The Bobcats (19-4) (9-2) head into the final week of regular season play in control of their own destiny.

Lady Bobcats playing strong
The Lady Bobcats still tend to please their coaches as well as fans on the court with
their exhilarating skills.

Bobcat netters return experience
The Bobcat tennis teams look to improve on their successful 2008 seasons with a new approach and hard work.

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Bobcats off to hot start on diamond
The Bobcats are off to a great start on the baseball diamond with an overall record of 5-1.

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McLeod becomes one of ‘Only 4’
In January, four young men from Petal garnered enough votes in an “American Idol” like competition to earn the right to sing the “National Anthem” at the 2009 Under Armour Senior Bowl in Mobile, AL.

Eavenson enjoys working with students
In today’s world, people need at least a basic knowledge of the workings of a computer. Individuals must be able to type properly and have a foundation in some of the basic programs like word processing and spreadsheets.

Henry engineers plan
“The difference between try and triumph is a little umph.” This quote by an unknown author motivates many college students everyday.

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Have fun before graduation
Your college years are said to be the most unforgettable years of your life. These few, or several, years are when you really fi nd out what you want in life and work towards reaching that goal.

Keep your social life...and good grades
Everyone knows college is the social peak of your life. Making friends and going out is what college is all about… or is it?

Blackwell explores music scene at JC
There are hundreds of millions of songs out there and everyone has favorites.