Author Archive: Connor Woods
Hey, my name is Connor Woods. I am a Mass Communications major with an emphasis in Broadcasting Journalism. I am also minoring in Theater.
Identity Thief takes either your heart or money
This weekend alone the hit movie Identity thief raked in 23,437,000 dollars. The movie is now number two falling behind A Good Day To Die Hard. However the movie is still ranked number one in my book, and in the hearts of many. The hit comedy features Jason Bateman and the sensational Melissa McCarthy in [...]
Artists come together to display their work
From 5 to 9 p.m. on the first Friday of every month, hundreds of artists gather at The Galleries at Sunset Center to display their work at the First Friday Art Walk. The monthly event draws a large crowd as it offers many free attractions. “We have this party once a month and there is [...]
JBK expansion provides new work area
The Students of West Texas A&M were recently introduced to the new expansion of the Jack B. Kelley Student Center. With the new expansion being opened for a little over a month, the staff and students have had the opportunity to explore what the new space has to offer, including Chance O. Haugen, director of [...]
Organization seeks community through religion
There are many religious organizations on campus. In a place that many people refer to as the Bible Belt, it is sometimes rare to hear the point of view of different religions. However, one WT organization exposes its members to the vast differences, but also similarities that religions across the globe share. The Student Interfaith [...]
WT welcomes new leadership group
Just a few weeks ago our country was voting on its next leader. Likewise, WTAMU is embarking on a similar voyage with the addition of a new leadership program. “We have a new leadership program called BUILD [Buffs Uniting in Leadership Development]. BUILD is designed to meet a significant need that we have here on [...]
Hollywood Social: Episode 1
If you’re having problems viewing, click here to watch it on Youtube! Watch our newest show, Hollywood Social, to find out the latest celebrity gossip, entertainment news — with our own twist and opinion! In this episode, Connor Woods and Tori Nicholls report on Hollywood topics such as Disney, Star Wars, Taylor Swift’s Red Album. [...]
Haunted houses of Amarillo
Every year, locals stand in line and await their fate, as the night creatures call for a thriller night in haunted houses across Amarillo. This year proves to be no different as haunted houses are stepping up their game. This includes one haunt that is going above and beyond to make the experience of their [...]
Local authors impact the high plains
For years, local writers have graced the high plains with their work, which gives insight to the Texas Panhandle and what it’s like to live in the area. “Its unbelievable how many people come through doing research on the area,” Sharon Stevens, co-owner of the Buffalo Bookstore, said. “When somebody comes to Canyon and they [...]
Local authors impact the high plains
For years, local writers have graced the high plains with their work, which gives insight to the Texas Panhandle and what it’s like to live in the area. “Its unbelievable how many people come through doing research on the area,” Sharon Stevens, co-owner of the Buffalo Bookstore, said. “When somebody comes to Canyon and they [...]
Local Barnes & Noble adapts to survive
For the past few weeks a sign that read “sale or lease” has been lingering over the local Amarillo Barnes & Noble store on Westgate. The sign posed many questions as for what the future had in store for the bookstore in Amarillo. However the negotiation of the lease that was set to expire on [...]
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