Crystal LuongAssistant News Editor U.S. Senate candidate Bill Jones discussed public safety issues and his resolve to oust two-term incumbent Sen. Barbara Boxer Tuesday night, calling this a strong year for the Republican Party in California. His remarks were made to Pepperdine’s campaigns and elections class. Although public opinion polls show him trailing Boxer by 17 points, … [Read more...] about Class hears U.S. Senate candidate
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Ring the fire alarm
Early fire danger raises concerns Juana DiegoStaff Writer Ben Young / Photo Editor Typically, fire season hits Malibu in October and November. This year, fire fighters have seen an early hit, with fires breaking out locally over the past couple of weeks. Robert McKelvy, deputy director of the Department of Public Safety and deputy chief of the Pepperdine Fire Department, said … [Read more...] about Ring the fire alarm
Wildlife invades residential grounds
Tiffany BrownStaff Writer The typical Upper Dorm Road traveler spots at least one deer during a typical journey to or from his residence hall. During fire season, however, he or she is more likely to see several herds of seven or eight. He or she is also more likely to trip over raccoons and have to dodge dozens of squirrels. So why the sudden wildlife population boom? As … [Read more...] about Wildlife invades residential grounds
Professors debate key presidential campaign issues
Sara RosnerStaff Writer As the nation prepares to vote in the presidential elections this November, Pepperdine faculty gave the community a glimpse of the issues that are defining the campaign trails of Democratic candidate Sen. John Kerry and Republican candidate President Bush. The debate, which was held in Smother’s Theatre Tuesday night, was attended by students, faculty … [Read more...] about Professors debate key presidential campaign issues
Canyon blaze quickly put out
Joann GroffNews Editor Ben Young / Photo EditorAfter scooping up water from the Pacific Ocean and flying over Pepperdine, a SuperScooper plane assists in the effort to put out a small fire near Cottontail Ranch on Las Virgines Road. Fire season has begun. The Los Angeles County Fire Department was dispatched at 1 p.m. yesterday to a fire near Cottontail Ranch in Malibu, located … [Read more...] about Canyon blaze quickly put out