Succumbing to EMU’s magnetism, once, twice, thrice

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If Joelle Hackney had had her way when she was 18, she would have started college 2,400 miles from Eastern Mennonite University (EMU), at Humboldt State in Arcata, California. But by the summer after her 2001 graduation from Stuart’s Draft High School in Augusta County, Va., Humboldt’s steep tuition and other logistical considerations forced her to put that dream on hold.

JMU defeats Georgia State, 28-21

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Redshirt-junior running back Dae’Quan Scott went over the 100-yard rushing mark for the 11th time in his career to lead No. 9/10 James Madison to a 28-21 win against Georgia State. The Dukes moved to 6-2 and 4-1 in the Colonial Athletic Association, while the Panthers are 1-8 and 1-5 against league foes.

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AAA: Tips for drivers, travelers

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After last year’s pre-Halloween trick from Mother Nature (a rare October snow storm affecting most of the Northeast which followed a hurricane and earthquake in the Commonwealth), one would think our area would be due for a treat this year. Unfortunately, Mother Nature has another trick up her sleeve this year by the name of Hurricane Sandy.

Richmond Raiders add to roster, staff

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Even though the start of the Richmond Raiders’ fourth season is five months away, the team continues to work hard to assemble a squad that can improve on 2012’s PIFL runner-up finish. Fifty-seven hopeful players looking to be part of the 2013 roster participated in Saturday’s open tryout at the Richmond Coliseum, and a number of them at all positions made an impression on Raider head coach James Fuller.