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Back To Bristol: The 22nd Annual Rhythm & Roots Festival

This past weekend, Bristol, Tennessee, drew in over 30,000 people for the 22nd annual Rhythm & Roots. The festival, hosted by The Birthplace of Country Music, brings various music to the Tri-cities for one weekend. This year, the festival welcomed Castlewood Virginia natives, 49 Winchester, to the small town where they played two sets, one on Saturday and then one mega set on Sunday night.
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Spring Cleaning

The arrival of spring is less than a month away. March 30th marks the official start of spring. Many often partake in “spring cleaning” upon the new season’s arrival. Spring cleaning allows everyone to clean their house, dorm, or car. Beyond actual cleaning, spring cleaning can apply to another part of your life, organization. Staying organized in college can be difficult. Regular due dates, classes, and practices can make it easy for things to get out of control. Although staying organized may be difficult, it is still possible. The following is a quick guide that you can use to better your organizational skills. 
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The Importance of Budgeting as a College Student  

Throughout life, there will be countless moments where budgeting is vital. One of the most notable moments where budgeting is essential is during one’s college years. The transition to college life is challenging in its own way, but what many see past is how finances and budgets make college significantly more difficult for a student and their families. From tuition to books to groceries, there is no shortage of financial hardships students face while embarking on this new journey. Although there are many challenges to face financially in college, there are various ways to make things easier for yourself regarding budgeting. Here are a few budgeting tips to make college life a bit more manageable.  
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When in Doubt, Look to Hacks In The Dining Hall

At any college or university, a lack of food appeal within the dining hall is bound to happen to one at some point within a four-year tenure. King University is no different. However, specific tidbits can assist in the process of turning nothing into something. These tidbits are better known as hacks, and today we will learn how to hack the King University dining hall.
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King University Hosts 28th Annual Blue Ridge Undergraduate Research Conference 

On Friday, April 1st King University hosted the 28th annual Blue Ridge Undergraduate Research Conference. Originally called the Southeastern Undergraduate Research Conference, this conference attracts widespread regional interest every year. It provides an opportunity for students to present their research in an exciting setting. Undergraduate students from institutions throughout the Southern Appalachian region are chosen to present their research projects in a professional setting surrounded by other researchers and faculty. This year’s conference was a one-day event, with sessions that started mid-morning. There was also a poster session and a reception for all participants and faculty. 
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