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GUNSHIP POLITICOS- Former Dispatch member Chad Urmston mixes the jam-band stylings of his previous band with with a hard-rock flair reminiscent of Rage Against the Machine. Catch the trio in action Saturday night.

State Radio tunes in to politics

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"Did you get the invitation? It's the fall of the American empire, but don't worry, you didn't miss a thing." When State Radio brings its high-energy act to the 9:30 club Saturday evening, they will pose that question to concertgoers within their extremely politicized songs.

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EagleBuck$ expanding beyond Tenley

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EagleBuck$ will now be accepted at more vendors across the District, according to Chris Moody, executive director of Housing and Dining Programs. Two CVS locations - in Tenleytown at 4555 Wisconsin Ave. N.W. and in Spring Valley at 4851 Massachusetts Ave.

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Rock and ushers in H Street

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Following the 1968 riots that were prompted by the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., the H Street corridor fell into neglect. Heading east from Union Station, you pass neon signs advertising liquor, payday loans and an assortment of carry-outs between the dilapidated storefronts, a reminder of times gone by when H Street was a commercial mecca.

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Survey finds risk of viruses increases with downloads

More than half of all students who download or file-share unlicensed files from the Internet experience viruses on their computers, a recent survey by the Business Software Alliance showed. AU has taken measures to prevent the spread of viruses among computers on campus, including requiring students to use Cisco Clean Access on their computers.


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One month, many reasons to celebrate

It's a couple months into the school year, and you may be running out of reasons to party. Fear not! October is full of observances waiting to be celebrated. Just pick your favorite and revel accordingly. Caramel Month The National Confectioner's Association has declared October National Caramel Month.


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Police blotter

Wednesday, Sept. 26 A student reported he was receiving threatening e-mails from another student. A student was transported from Jacobs Fitness Center to Georgetown Hospital for a head injury. The student collided with someone while playing football. Two students reported being assaulted without provocation by an unknown individual at the Tenley AU shuttle stop.


HANDY MAN - Justin Reyna was one of 100 vendors selected to showcase his crafts at this year's Crafty Bastards in Adams Morgan. Reyna sold his handmade guitars and sound parts, which he carefully constructs in the garage of his Silver Spring, Md., home.
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These 'Bastards' really are crafty

Sewing a button is more than a handy skill for those in the do-it-yourself community. It can be a rite of passage, a hobby or even a livelihood. People who do it themselves can also hone a variety of skills: knitting, metal work, jewelry-making, carving, painting or any real creative art by using their hands.


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International brief

China's State Administration of Radio, Film and Television banned all radio and television commercials featuring sexually suggestive language and behavior or featuring scantily clad women, according Chinadaily.com, China's only English-language press agency.


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Campus calendar

Thursday, Oct. 4 First Annual ILSP Conference on International Law 4-6 p.m. WHERE: WCL 603 INFO: Adrien Wing, a professor at the University of Iowa, will speak on the issues of international law, secularism and the Islamic world at the first annual ILSP Conference on International Law.


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Metro brief

Community groups returned almost 70,000 free condoms last week after complaining that the paper packaging is flimsy, which could render the condoms ineffective, The Associated Press reported. The D.C. Department of Health's HIV/AIDS Administration distributed the condoms as part of a campaign to fight AIDS in the District, The Washington Post reported.


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Sports

English 'soccer': Played best by British

While football, or as Americans stubbornly call it, soccer, may be a global game, one needs to experience it in its birthplace of England to truly appreciate it. After seeing an English football match, one will truly realize why in England people refer to it as "the beautiful game.


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It's anyone's game in the NLCS

As the baseball post-season begins, fingers are crossed in Boston, Philadelphia, Anaheim, New York, Colorado and Arizona. In Chicago and Cleveland, however, the anti-jinx procedures are slightly more intense. Fans of the Cubs and Indians are breaking out their lucky rabbit's feet, shiny pennies and other essential good luck charms.


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D.C. public libraries trade quiet for music, money

Librarians aren't always the noise police. This Saturday, D.C. Public Library executive director Anna Velazco is encouraging bookworms and music nerds alike to "make noise for music and books." The D.C. Public Library Foundation (DCPL) has teamed up with Gypsy Eyes Records, ESL Music, the Federal Reserve Collective and Proper Topper to host a benefit concert to raise money for the D.


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Opinion

Editor's note

Due to an unforeseen conflict of interest, the biweekly column "What a Travesty" by Travis McArthur will now appear monthly and focus on issues related to D.C. politics.


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Sports

Life outside of the net for field hockey's Poorman

Although she calls herself a normal college student, field hockey goalie Alyssa Poorman is anything but ordinary on and off the field. For the sophomore from Doylestown, Pa., field hockey is certainly not just another sport. Practicing alongside her teammates every morning and training most afternoons, Poorman admits that the schedule is rigorous, but attributes her successes to the sport.


STAY PREPARED - Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., speaks Monday about how Islamic terrorists are adaptable and will change according to circumstances, making them dangerous. College Republicans sponsored the event.
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King: U.S. must stay ready

The United States has been lucky it has not experienced another incident similar to the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, said Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., in a speech to AU students on Monday. "This enemy - Islamic terrorism - is an adaptable enemy that can strike anywhere and everywhere," he said.


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Opinion

Vidulich selects secretary nominee

After a rather long and complicated search process, a special Student Government selection committee recommended acting Secretary Cait Douglas to permanently fill the vacancy left by Alex Manzanares' resignation. Certainly, Douglas is very qualified for the job.


PUSH AND SHOVE - Defender Cameron Petty fights off a Columbia Lion to gain possession of the ball. Petty and the rest of the Eagles battled it out against the Lions the entire game. Despite several attempts on goal, the Eagles were unable to make contact
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Men's soccer loses to Columbia, 1-0

The men's soccer team could not capitalize on its many shots on goal during its 1-0 loss to the Columbia Lions. The defeat brings the Eagles' record to 5-6-1 for the season. With constant chatter and crisp, quick ball movement, the Eagles took control of the field and dominated the first half.


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More bang for your EagleBuck$

The expansion of EagleBuck$ to new vendors is sure to leave AU students sick of TDR blandness and Tavern grease salivating in anticipation of CVS binges and Booeymonger subs - or maybe just the possibility of using meal plan money on shampoo and cheap candy.


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Review: MORE BEHIND THE PICTURE THAN THE WALL

Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver "More Behind the Picture Than the Wall" (Rounder) Sounds Like: A bluegrass record not for the inexperienced. Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver illustrate the beautiful and underappreciated art form that is bluegrass. With the quick high notes of a mandolin and the long, drawn-out sound of a fiddle accentuating the melodic strumming of acoustic guitar and banjo, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver blend together these stringed instruments into upbeat, energizing music.



Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.


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