by Danielle Dietz REPORTER in Features
Youngstown State University's Summer Festival of the Arts is back for another year bringing students, faculty and community members a variety of summertime events.
The festival, which will be held on YSU's campus July 11 and 12, will feature an array of fine and performing arts, including artists such as Laurie J.
by Robyn Musgrove REPORTER in Features
With the majority of college-aged students overweight, low amounts of physical activity are to blame. Traditional video games are yet another distraction, preventing young people from getting up off the couch. That was until video gaming system company Nintendo created the Wii Fit, a fitness training video game.
Health, politics, environment draw consumers to alternative foods
by Cherise Benton REPORTER in Features
In an effort to be more socially responsible, many grocery shoppers turn to the green and white USDA organic certification seal for a guarantee of locally grown, free range, fair trade, eco-friendly products.
But do organics really help save the earth? Are they healthier and safer than conventionally produced foods? Are they worth the extra cost, especially during this recession?
According to Jacob Harver, owner of the a local restaurant Lemon Grove Cafe, Green consumerism is a major oxymoron.
