The Heartdrive: Dealing with Depression on Campus
November 11, 2018
Content warning: The following article contains sensitive content involving suicide, depression and mental illness. Your parents probably warned you about the frat parties in college. They probably warned you about taking 8 a.m. classes (even when you kind of need them to graduate). But did anyone ...
Bear Bites: Decadent Dessert Bar
November 6, 2018
The only thing that can make a great meal better is a great dessert. A new fast-casual dessert place has recently opened up in downtown Macon, and it has plenty of desserts. Decadent Dessert Bar is a small franchise whose newest location is on 530 Poplar Street. Not just a bakery, Decadent offers e...
Moody Musings: Pushing through anxiety and doubt in college
Jayla Moody, Managing Editor
November 6, 2018
This column has always been a safe space for me because it allows me to dish out my experiences, reflect on what works and what doesn’t and encourage and inspire others to do the same. Recently, I’ve been dealing with the fear of what’s next or what’s unknown, and it has taken a toll on ...
How to stay in shape over the holidays
November 6, 2018
It finally feels like fall. The temperature is dropping. Cue seasonal lack of motivation and weight gain. Staying motivated to work out and eat healthy during the holidays can certainly pose a challenge for most students. Here are ways to stay in shape during the holiday season. 1.Keep snacks ...
Pumpkin Spice Tour of Macon
November 4, 2018
it’s finally fall and that means its pumpkin spice season. There are many different places in Macon where you can get your pumpkin spice fix. Here are a few places to get a pumpkin-flavored item this fall. 1.Taste and See Coffee Shop and Gallery Taste and See is located on 546 Poplar St. and has ...
Five Meals You Can Make in Your Dorm
Aliyah Dorsey, Lead Lifestyle Writer
November 3, 2018
Sometimes as a student the dining options are just not enough. You may want to mix up your eating habits. However, many students don’t have access to a kitchen to test their culinary skills. There are options to fix this common issue. Here are five meals you can make in your dorm room. 1.Browni...
Five Spooky Things to Do in Macon This October
October 19, 2018
October is a time for spooky stories and fun, mischievous nights. During this month you may want to take part in every terrifying attraction you can. Macon has a lot to offer in the scariest month of the year to keep those Halloween spirits high. Here are five spooky things to do in Macon. 1.Riverside...
How to Bounce Back After Midterms
October 19, 2018
So midterms didn’t turn out how you planned. First things first, know that it is going to be okay and you will make it through. Second, midterms are not the end, and you still have time to get yourself together before the end of the semester. So, here are five ways to bounce back after midterms. ...
Three easy recipes perfect for Halloween
October 19, 2018
Fall break has come and gone, but Halloween is almost here! Halloween is a favorite holiday for many college students, as it provides a fun relief from classes in between school breaks. Whether you are dressing up, throwing a party or celebrating at home, here are some spooky and easy recipes to help...
Moody Musings: Choose Joy
October 19, 2018
This summer, I stepped into a stage of my life that forced me to focus on my happiness and what it really meant to have true happiness. I found that everything that was exciting to and for me could be removed from my life at any time. I was relying on temporary circumstances and satisfaction to det...
Bear Bites: J. Christopher’s
October 19, 2018
J. Christopher's is a small chain based out of Atlanta with a location just off Bass Road here in Macon, Ga. Serving only breakfast and lunch, J. Christopher's strikes a unique balance between cheap diner breakfast and a pricy brunch meal. The Good: The Food Though their menu is huge, ev...
The Heartdrive: Safer Sex 101
October 8, 2018
According to an article from the AJC, out of the most sexually diseased states, Georgia weighs in at No. 4. You can choose to stay abstinent to eliminate your risk of infection and pregnancy. But if you’ve decided that you’re physically and mentally prepared for sex, then you should be proactive...