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Wednesday, July 2, 2014
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Moxie Strings dominate the stage With Summer Music Institute after show volunteer
Sniffing Out
By Blake Howell Reporter
The Truth
Musicians like Jimi Hendrix utilized vibrant attire, stage theatrics and, of course, his talent to shred on an electric guitar. Musicians today still shred with the same spirit and moxie, including two musicians who play electric cellos, fiddles, and violins instead of Fender Stratocasters. Electric fiddle player and violinist Diana Ladio and electric cellist Alison Lynn are two of three members performing in the Celtic Americana group The Moxie Strings. The two musicians both followed their love for music and earned bachelor’s degrees in music performance as well as music education. After earning their degrees over eight years ago this month, the two string players had a chance meeting in Michigan during a camp ran by the American String Teacher’s Association. The two artists both took interest in each other’s electrical instruments, as well as their love for music other than classical composition. They decided to start jamming and the Moxie Strings were born. “You never know when your musical soul mate is sitting next to you,” Ladio said. Although they started out as “String Cheese,” onlookers of the duo said their innovative and electrifying sound had moxie, dubbing them the title of the Moxie Strings. To further expand on their sound, the duo added a third member to the group three years ago: percussionist, friend and fellow University of Michigan graduate Fritz McGirr. According to Ladio and Lynn, McGirr can turn virtually anything they put in his hand into a percussion instrument, which he does quite frequently. Now playing together across the U.S., the trio entertains crowds with uplifting beats and rhythms, as well as striking chords one would only hear at a rock concert. “The orchestra nerds are encroaching on the cool rock stars, but we don’t care, it’s too much fun,” Ladio said as she melodically tapped her feet on the stage of the University’s Thomas B. And Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre. The trio tours the countryside performing for concert halls and even weddings, but the group also tours for another reason: to sculpt and guide the minds of young string players across America, which is what brought them to the University’s Wolfe Center for the Arts last Tuesday. After performing a set of their own songs, the Moxie Strings called on the help of the
State grants give University bomb dog
By Seth Weber Web Editor
While bomb-sniffing dog Jerry sees his job as a game, his success or failure can mean life or death. Jerry is the campus police’s newest member, given by a state grant that included Ohio State University and Youngstown State University also receiving bomb-sniffing dogs. The dogs were spread throughout the state so they could be utilized by many areas, Campus Police Capt. Michael Campbell said. “It made more sense to put them throughout the state,” he said. Eventually, every state university that wishes to have a detection dog will receive one from the state, Campus Police Chief Monica Moll said. While Jerry will be used to sniff out explosives during emergencies, he will also be used to sweep areas before large events, such as sports games and political speeches, Campbell said.
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LIBRARY LEGO FUN
Local quarry offers many activities Jobs are available along with fun
By Brittany Bauer Reporter
PHOTO BY RONALD ZEISLOFT | THE BG NEWS
A LOCAL boy builds a space station at “Legopalooza.” The Wood County Public Library holds this event once a month.
SPORTS
Reporter Angela Hill delves into the benefits of the Black Swamp Classic baseball tournament. | PAGE 5
The Portage Quarry has been a summertime attraction for University students to get jobs and for people to spend leisure time on the beach and enjoy activities such as scuba diving and camping. The quarry opened for the season over Memorial Day weekend and Manager Monica Lynn, owner Jeff Rice and other staff members are working to make it a popular destination for families and people
of all ages. Job-seeking students can apply for lifeguard, gatekeeping and grounds positions at the quarry. “All of our kids are from the University and we use them for everything here,” Rice said. Lynn said most employees have heard about the job through word of mouth. “All of the people here are certified lifeguards and get certified from the University or the Red Cross,” Rice said. “If you work for us, we want you to
be a lifeguard.” Junior Nathaniel Martin has worked as a lifeguard and gatekeeper at the Quarry for four years. Martin was certified as a lifeguard at the age of 16 and heard about the job through a student in his class who also worked there. “I like being outside,” Martin said. “I like the people I work with too.” “Anyone can apply at anytime online,” Lynn said. “We
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If you could visit a place anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
FORUM
Hannah Benson explains that local cities can hold lots of fun. | PAGE 4
“Brazil for the babes!”
Nick Braun Senior, Business Management
has MOVED to a new location. Wood County Hospital’s ReadyCare service has moved to the Falcon Health Center, 838 E. Wooster Street.
To learn more, visit falconhealth.org, or call 419-372-2271.
EXTENDED HOURS for BGSU students, faculty and staff, and area residents (treating adults and children 6 months and older)
Monday–Friday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CLOSED HOLIDAYS