Between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. on Feb. 25, members of the football team stole editions of The East Texan, which were distributed throughout campus newspaper racks. On Feb. 26, Crime Information Officer Lt. Jason Bone interviewed head coach of the football team Guy Morriss, who said he advocated his […]
Throgmorton, “Big Six” work to unite community
There are roughly 1,500 students living on campus at Texas A&M University-Commerce, and Mayor Quay Throgmorton wants each of them to get involved with the community. Only 500 people voted when Throgmorton was elected mayor, and he wants to see that change. “There is a lot of power in the […]
Tegan and Sara blow Palladium away
Although I’ve been a Tegan and Sara fan for many years, I’ve never had the opportunity to witness them live. So when I attended their Feb. 25 show at the Palladium Ballroom in Dallas, I was blown away by their stage presence and live performance. Tegan and Sara’s concerts are […]
Men’s basketball looks to secure standing in busy sports weekend
Men’s and Women’s Track A full weekend of Texas A&M University-Commerce sports begins this weekend with the first track meet of the spring season. Both the men’s and women’s track teams will be taking part in the Early Bird Meet starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday. The meet is being […]
CPD starts Basic SWAT school
Commerce Police Department hosted its first weeklong Basic SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) School, which culminated in team practical exercises at the vacant former A.C. Williams Elementary building Feb. 25. Additional participating agencies included University Police Department, L3 Communications, Texas A&M police officers, and Commerce ISD school resource officers, with […]
Watson’s Waistline
It has been over a week since I began my quest to rid myself of about 40 unwanted pounds. So far it has gone extremely well. Within 10 days, I have already lost close to eight pounds. I’ve also gotten some great suggestions and support from readers, and it truly […]
Drug arrest made in Gant Apartments
A student was arrested Feb. 25 on suspicion of intent to distribute drugs after a caller tipped off officers that she smelled marijuana. The student was identified as 21-year-old criminal justice major Michael Rashad Horn. A police report released by the Commerce Police Department said officers received information of drug […]
Shooting causes Lodge license revocation
Local gang violence has caused the revocation of a public dance hall license from The Lodge, a Commerce establishment. The Lodge, a local event center, had its license removed on Jan. 1 due to multiple shootings and one stabbing assumed to be related to gang activity in the region. “About […]
East Texan issues stolen from racks
The Feb. 25 editions of The East Texan, which were distributed throughout the campus of Texas A&M University-Commerce, were stolen from their racks between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Feb. 25. Crime Information Officer Lt. Jason Bone said an investigation is underway, which has led him to believe members of […]
“Always…Patsy Cline” opens Thursday night
With 27 songs, a live band, quick pace, audience participation and a larger-than-life cast, “Always…Patsy Cline” is a theatrical tribute to music legend Patsy Cline. Director Jim Anderson has taken on the impressive task of bringing these aspects together in a University Showcase performance, open to the public this month […]