Child abuse hits close to home for SPC student

by Amelia Gonzales, feature editor

Each day, every hour, innocent children suffer from the horrendous acts of child abuse. While statistics only tell part of the story, many victims have to life their life in secrecy and shame.

Crystal Orosco, sophomore at South Plains College, has had to deal with the consequences of child abuse for the past couple of years. Her three nephews, ages 4, 6, and 7, are all victims of child abuse. For Orosco, getting their story out to the students of South Plains College, as well as those in surrounding communities, is a way that she can help others understand the severity and the heartache that comes with such harmful mistreatment of the innocent victims who will define our future.

Country ensemble keepin' music traditional

by Jennifer Conlee, co-associate editor

Many people consider country music to be the heart of the West, whether it’s old country from the greats such as Willie Nelson and Hank Williams, or the new music from the Nashville stars.

The South Plains College ensemble, Country Jukebox, relies on the traditional country music to keep it alive, and features performers who can belt out the great songs with the best of them.

Bluegrass legend says goodbye to students

by Courtney Bullard, co-associate editor

For years, Alan Munde’s name has been synonymous with bluegrass.

This renowned banjo player has been sharing the art and skill of playing bluegrass music for the past 21 years at South Plains College.

Munde, who is originally from Norman, Oklahoma, has traveled the world displaying his musical talent. That may be something he has more time for soon, since he will be retiring in May.