By M.K. Bryant, News editor Eclipse Coffee and Books opened its doors in 2001, and quickly became a major part of the Montevallo community. In June 2017, the owners of Eclipse, Cheryl and Michael Patton…
‘Challengers’ serves tension on and off the court
By Carter James Where do I start? How do I even explain? Sweat falls into the lens of the camera. A single look changes an entire scene. Tennis is the only thing that matters. “Challengers”…
Anti-DEI bill spells trouble for UM minority orgs
By Wesley Walter Managing editor On March 20, Gov. Kay Ivey signed into law a bill containing sweeping restrictions on diversity, equity and inclusion offices, programs and policies in state funded institutions. The law, formerly…
UM gathers (and travels) for eclipse
By Cady Inabinett, Editor in chief Students, faculty and staff members and Montevallo community members gathered on Farmer Hall’s patio on April 8 to catch a glimpse of a solar eclipse passing over North America. …
Tapping out on a historic season
By Sarah Turner, Sports editor The Falcon wrestling team has been making all kinds of history in their first year of competition. They’re the first Division II wrestling program in the state of Alabama, have…
Born to be a Falcon
By Sarah Turner, Sports editor The Falcons women’s basketball team has had its share of elite talent on the court, but superstar freshman Cali Smallwood is different. The Gulf South Conference Freshman of the Year…
Judges’ comments for “Pleasant Vanished”
Judge 1: Great job by both Purple and Gold Teams! This was not an easy year to judge and for that I am grateful that both teams truly brought their “A- Game.” “Pleasant Vanished” Response…
Judges’ comments for “To Live and Die”
Judge 1: This show was a lovely surprise from start to finish! From the top of the piece, it at first appeared to borrow ideas from A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the…