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The Cornish Pasty Co. is working on expanding the University and Hardy Dr. location within the next four to six weeks to include more seating, as well as pool tables and possibly a stage for live music. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

The Cornish Pasty Co. expands its borders

The Cornish Pasty Co. on Hardy and University Street is planning to expand into the neighboring building within the next month.

By Gabrielle Olson | January 18, 2012

ASU professor Charles St. Claire re-enacts Martin Luther King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech for more than 800 middle school students on ASU's West Campus Wednesday morning. (Photo by Shelby Bernstein)

West campus hosts 21st annual 'I Have A Dream' re-enactment

Theater professor Charles St. Clair delivered the 21st annual re-enactment of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech Wednesday morning.

By Danielle Grobmeier | January 18, 2012

Adam Sandstrom passes the ball before practice Wednesday night. Sandstrom is on a path to international success, playing on both the ASU men’s and USA Rugby men’s national U-20 teams. (Photo by Cameron Tattle)

Adam Sandstrom heads toward international rugby success

Sophomore Adam Sandstrom is doubling as a member of the ASU men's rugby team and the USA Rugby men’s national U-20 team.

By Troy Lopez | January 18, 2012

Professor of Theater and Film Carla Melo checks out some fresh vegetables provided by Taste of Paradise at the Farmers Market on the Tempe campus Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

Comedic cooking act educates on nutrition at ASU Farmers Market

The Farmers Market at the ASU Tempe offered healthy dining possibilities and hosted a theater performance by a touring cooking show.

By Kharli Mandeville | January 17, 2012

Coach Dorsey Tierney-Walker talks to junior diver Riley McCormick in a meet against UNLV on Oct. 22, 2011. Tierney-Walker is the driving force behind the resurgent swim teams. (Photo courtesy of Maggie Emmons)

Tierney-Walker brings new life to swim program

Coach Dorsey Tierney-Walker’s intense drive for success has helped transform the ASU swim teams.

By Josh Nacion | January 17, 2012

Trent Lockett defends the ball against Oregon State Jan. 14 at Wells Fargo Arena. The Sun Devils will be without Lockett (ankle) for this week’s road trip. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Lockett likely to miss weekend games

Trent Lockett will travel with the Sun Devils to Colorado and Utah, but is unlikely to play in either game.

By Master Tesfatsion | January 17, 2012

Avicii performs during GLOWfest at Mesa Ampitheatre in 2011. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Avicii’s performance energizes concertgoers

Avicii’s turntable concert at the Phoenix Convention Center on Sunday, Jan 16 lit up the stage both literally and figuratively.

By Emily Nichols | January 16, 2012

Mint chocolate chip ice cream is squeezed between two soft, homemade double chocolate cookies at the new, family-owned ice cream sandwich shop, Slickables, on Mill Avenue in Tempe. (Photo by Jessie Wardarski)

New Mill Avenue sweet shop caters to ASU students

Slickables, a new ice cream shop on Mill Avenue, opened just in time to greet ASU students for the Spring semester.

By Michael Gordon | January 16, 2012

The City of Tempe received a $1.1 million federal transportation grant to make the stretch of road on University Drive between Priest Drive and the Pacific Union railroad tracks more bike and pedestrian friendly. JENN ALLEN | THE STATE PRESS The City of Tempe received a $1.1 million federal transportation grant to make the stretch of road on University Drive between Priest Drive and the Pacific Union railroad tracks more bike and pedestrian friendly. (Photo by Jenn Allen)

Tempe creating plans to modify University Drive

Tempe is planning a $1.1 million construction project for University Drive to add amenities that would benefit pedestrians and bicyclists.

By Michelle Peirano | January 16, 2012

Trent Lockett's ankle is examined on the court by a trainer and coach Herb Sendek after he injured it with 10 minutes remaining in the game. Sendek told reporters during the postgame press conference that Lockett's x-ray results came back negative and that Lockett had badly sprained his ankle. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Colvin, Creekmur step up in win for men's basketball

The Arizona State men’s basketball team pulled out another short-handed Pac-12 victory defeating Oregon State 76-66 at Wells Fargo Arena, Saturday.

By Master Tesfatsion | January 15, 2012

Emeritus professor Carleton Moore has been teaching at ASU since 1961 and has significantly influenced meteorite studies on the Tempe campus. (Photo by Jessie Wardarski)

Carleton Moore serves as ASU’s meteorite studies founding father

Since 1961, Carleton Moore has dedicated his life to the Center of Meteorite Studies at ASU.

By Thania A. Betancourt | January 12, 2012

ASU’s Saguaro 2 Supercomputer, located in the Barry M. Goldwater Center for Science and Engineering, contains about 5,000 processor cores and computes research data 24/7. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

High-tech supercomputer soon to be history

ASU Advanced Computing Center officials worry Saguaro 2 Supercomputer will become outdated.

By Thania A. Betancourt | January 12, 2012

The sun sets Thursday night on Papago Park. Arizona's mountainous areas, located near metropolitan hubs, provide Valley residents with multiple hiking opportunities. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Green groups join forces for preservation

Several environmental conservation groups have teamed up to preserve Arizona’s wildlife.

By Jasmine Barta | January 12, 2012

Gerell Robinson breaks a tackle during the Territorial Cup on Nov. 19. Robinson accepted an invitation to play in the East-West Shrine Game in St. Petersburg, Fla. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Robinson, Parker accept all-star invitations

Gerell Robinson has accepted an invitation to participate in the East-West Shrine Game, while Colin Parker accepted an invite to play in the Casino Del Sol College All-Star Game.

By William Boor and Tyler Emerick | January 12, 2012

ASU alumna Julie Kent of Here on the Corner was selected as one of 10 finalists in the 2012 Next Big Give national contest for outstanding community generosity. Kent carries clothing from local designers who support charities in and outside of the community. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

ASU alumna’s boutique honored for community generosity

Fashion boutique entrepreneur and owner of Here on the Corner actively gives back to the community and is a finalist in a national contest.

By Kharli Mandeville | January 11, 2012

The Walk Your Wheels campaign is heating up this spring with an increase in signage around the Tempe campus, and is recruiting volunteers for a student committee aimed at increasing education about pedestrian safety. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

USG makes final push for Walk Your Wheels campaign

The Walk Your Wheels program has approximately one year to prove itself successful before the University looks into other options regarding pedestrian safety.

By Shawn Raymundo | January 11, 2012

Strfkr performs on stage at the Crescent Ballroom Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Cheman Cuan)

STRFKR gives stunning performance

With an unforgettable name, STRFKR uses a vast array of electronic sounds to create a truly unique sound.

By Mitchell Bobman | January 11, 2012

Chris Colvin splits two defenders for a layup against Nevada Dec. 7. Colvin and the Sun Devils look to repeat last season’s sweep of Oregon. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Men’s basketball faces stiff Ducks defense

ASU’s offense against Oregon on Thursday will look very different than it did on Dec. 21 against Fresno State.

By Master Tesfatsion | January 11, 2012

After deliberating for several months, the Tempe City Council decided Thursday to construct a steel-hinged crested gate dam at the west end of Tempe Town Lake. The new dam is scheduled to be completed by December 2015. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

New lake dam to be made of steel

As the first step in a plan to permanently replace Tempe Town Lake’s rubber dam, Tempe City Council agreed on a steel dam as the most reliable and cost-effective option.

By Michelle Peirano | January 10, 2012

Chris Colvin drives in the lane in a Dec. 7 game against Nevada. After serving a two-game suspension, Colvin has rejoined the Sun Devils. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

New dean strives to maximize College of Nursing and Health Innovation

Teri Britt Pipe was named dean of the College of Nursing and Health Innovation Friday after serving as interim dean since June.

By Alexa Haynes | January 10, 2012

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