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The biggest celebration on Earth
BY VICTORIA SANSUR It is a celebration that never stops. Big cities are filled with colorful parades, food, drinks, fireworks, lights, music and dances that brings joy to people. Imagine all this for more than a week. Believe it or not, this is how the Chinese celebrate their New Year. Also known as the “Spring […]
Raving at the Ritz: EDM keeps Ybor nightlife alive
BY ARDEN IGLEHEART, CASSI MANNER, & MAURICIO RICH Bass blaring, lasers flashing, fans head-banging – this is The Ritz Ybor. Seven Lions, one of the biggest electronic dance music DJs to come to Tampa this year performed at the Ritz Ybor on Jan. 27. The sold-out event also featured local artists Blunts & Blondes, Smugglr, […]
Tom Jessee Joins Spartan 300 Win Club
By KATELYN MASSARELLI Just above women’s basketball head coach Tom Jessee’s office door in Martinez Athletic Center is a picture of last year’s women’s basketball team. They had become Sunshine State Conference (SSC) Champions and were huddled together holding their trophy. On the outside, Jessee is standing by and supporting his players. The tables turned […]
Spartans Start Season With Sweep
By DEVON CONWAY Buy some peanuts and cracker jacks, The University of Tampa baseball is back. The No. 2 Spartans battled the Bentley University Falcons from Massachusetts. The home opener took place at the UT baseball field. The Spartans have won four consecutive season opener games against the Falcons. With a final score of 8-0, […]