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Author: William Humphrey

Dr. Wright-Riggins discusses the importance of right-sizing religious liberty

28 March 2019
William Humphrey
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Rev. Dr. Aidsand F. Wright-Riggins III, who has more than 40 years of community and congregational service, came to William Jewell College to discuss religious…

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Spoiler review: “Captain Marvel”

15 March 2019
William Humphrey
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“Captain Marvel” is the 21st movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe – the first to have a female superhero as the lead. The movie is currently…

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Opinion: Celebrities’ careers shouldn’t be ruined over old tweets

8 March 2019
William Humphrey
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The 2019 Academy Awards was the first time that the awards show didn’t have a host. Kevin Hart was originally slated to be the host…

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Opinion: Youth sports are crucial in preparing our children for the future

1 March 2019
William Humphrey
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It is very likely that most of us have participated in youth sports at one time or another. Some of us stopped after our preschool…

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Super Bowl LIII: Most Boring Football Game Ever

15 February 2019
William Humphrey
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On Feb. 3, the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams met in Super Bowl 53. The game ended up being the most boring Super…

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Opinion: The Oscars nomination process for Best Picture needs to be fixed

8 February 2019
William Humphrey
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With the recent release of nominations for the 91st Academy Awards and the award show airing later this month, what better time to complain about…

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Family, friends, and football: how football became a Thanksgiving tradition

30 November 2018
William Humphrey
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Football has become a key part of many Thanksgiving celebrations. At the professional level, there has been an annual game hosted by the Detroit Lions…

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Prison reform on the horizon for the U.S.

9 November 2018
William Humphrey
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The United States has the world’s largest prison population, despite having less than five percent of the world’s population. This has led to increasing numbers…

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Heartland Hyperloop is deemed economically viable by Hyperloop One

2 November 2018
William Humphrey
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Virgin Hyperloop One, one of several companies working a version of the hyperloop, announced Wednesday, Oct. 17 that their first feasibility study had been completed,…

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