‘Walking Dead’ wannabes: Beaumont’s first Zombie 5K Fun Run set for Oct. 27

This article was originally published in The University Press, Lamar University’s student newspaper, on Oct. 18, 2018. Story by Eleanor SkeltonUP contributor Those who’ve ever wondered if they can outrun a zombie will soon get their chance. Beaumont’s first Zombie 5K Fun Run will be held at 5 p.m., Oct. 27, at Gulf Terrace Park, locatedContinueContinue reading “‘Walking Dead’ wannabes: Beaumont’s first Zombie 5K Fun Run set for Oct. 27”

Prep for natural disasters

This article was originally published in The University Press, Lamar University’s student newspaper, on Sept. 27, 2018. Story by Eleanor SkeltonUP contributor When Harvey dropped four feet of water on Southeast Texas in 2017, I thought I was ready. After all, I lived through the Waldo Canyon Fire and the Black Forest Fire that swept throughContinueContinue reading “Prep for natural disasters”

Arcadia offers community renewable energy opportunity

This article was originally published in The University Press, Lamar University’s student newspaper, on Sept. 20, 2018. Story by Eleanor SkeltonUP contributor With all the talk of climate change in the news, many people are turning to alternative “green” energy sources. Arcadia Power aims to connect people with renewable energy sources for those passionate about greenContinueContinue reading “Arcadia offers community renewable energy opportunity”

PFLAG Beaumont membership drive, concert set for Sept. 22

This article was originally published in The University Press, Lamar University’s student newspaper, on Sept. 13, 2018. Story by Eleanor SkeltonUP contributor Live music from an indie local musician, a humid summer evening with cicadas blending in to the melody, and diverse company — and all in a good cause. PFLAG Beaumont’s fall backyard concert, whichContinueContinue reading “PFLAG Beaumont membership drive, concert set for Sept. 22”

Why I’m not an editor for Homeschoolers Anonymous anymore

Some of you may have wondered why I’m not on the Homeschoolers Anonymous editorial board anymore and no longer listed as an blog contributor. I’ve blogged less in the past two years for several reasons—being unsure how to navigate between my personal writing and my work as a journalist, saving ideas for freelance pitches toContinueContinue reading “Why I’m not an editor for Homeschoolers Anonymous anymore”