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Fort Worth’s dog-chain ban step toward educating owners

Published Feb 13, 2008

The City Council of Fort Worth went one step farther than the Texas state legislature and banned chaining dogs in front and back yards.


Last summer, Texas House Bill 1411 was passed, making it a misdemeanor offense to chain a dog overnight, in extreme weather conditions or for longer than three consecutive hours.


They are serious about it, too. A fine of up to $500 comes with a first-time conviction, and jail time is possible for a second conviction.

Act lessens federal loan funds, ups money for grants

Published Feb 13, 2008

Students using College Loan Corp. and Sallie Mae as lenders for federal loans will not experience significant problems following the changes the two corporations have made because of subsidies cut from the market, a financial aid officer said.


Federal student loan corporations are either cutting back or quitting loan programs because of congressional actions in September 2007.

Going green with tea could provide numerous health benefits

Published Feb 13, 2008

Going green. It's one of the hottest trends of 2008.


Recently, tips for going green on everything from cleaning supplies to fuel have sprouted up like rye grass, and not without need. I am 100 percent supportive of protecting Earth. But I want to talk about something green that's more than just a trend and has actually been around for centuries.


Green tea is not just a soothing beverage to complete a delicious sushi meal.

Team searches for second win in contests away from home

Published Feb 13, 2008

The men's basketball team, which cut its longest losing streak of the season at four games Saturday, takes the show on the road today where it has won only one game this season.


The Horned Frogs play the University of Wyoming Cowboys today at the Arena-Auditorium in Laramie, Wyo.

Presence of family aids forward’s play

Published Feb 13, 2008

Twice he slammed it home - hard. His parents were in the stands watching their son play for the first time in his college career, and he wanted to make them proud.


Senior power forward Alvarado Parker played his best conference game of the season Saturday against San Diego State University and was a major factor in the Horned Frogs' win that ended a four-game losing streak.

No. 2 spot in standings to be decided at home

No. 2 spot in standings to be decided at home

Published Feb 13, 2008

A tie for second place in the Mountain West Conference will be broken today, when the women's basketball team faces the University of Wyoming in Daniel-Meyer Coliseum.


Both teams have identical 7-2 records in the conference, but by the end of the day one will team will have dropped to third.

Political bullying damages mid-sized lenders

Published Feb 13, 2008

A political struggle may end in a struggle students must bear.A Congressional move last September is leaving mid-sized college lending companies scrambling.Mike Scott, director of scholarships and student...

New resolution creates student feedback day

Published Feb 13, 2008

The Student Government Association's House of Representatives unanimously passed a resolution Tuesday supporting the establishment of a day for students to voice their opinions on how to change TCU for the better.


Improve TCU Day will be March 5, said Student Relations Committee chair Justin Brown, who introduced the resolution.

Lady Frogs stretch streak to four games

Published Feb 12, 2008

The women's basketball team beat the San Diego State Aztecs for its fourth win in a row Saturday, marking its longest winning streak of the season.The Horned Frogs won 75-54 for the seventh conference...

Singles awareness

Published Feb 12, 2008

February 14th. The day of love, magic and romance.


Every Valentine's Day, flowers are bought, kisses are blown and restaurants are booked throughout the night for candlelit dinners between two loved ones.


However, for those who do not have that significant other, the overkill of red, the nauseating public display of affection and the thought of eating alone causes some students to want to shoot cupid with an arrow.

Movie Review: Comedy offers viewers depth

Published Feb 12, 2008

At first glance, "In Bruges" appears to follow in the footsteps of Guy Ritchie's thrilling dark comedies. However, it turned out to be something so much more.Martin McDonagh's first feature film as a director...

Movie Review: ‘Fool’s Gold’ just another romantic comedy

Published Feb 12, 2008

Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey are together again.


"Fool's Gold" provides a natural romantic comedy combined with a minor sense of adventure, attempting to hold the male attention, which is something that does not occur often.


Unfortunately, this film is just another predictable bore with its scattered humor and childish theme. If a romantic treasure hunt is not what's desired, seek elsewhere.