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Dating apps that are number one in our hearts and on the charts

Dating apps that are number one in our hearts and on the charts

Riley LeCocq, Contributor
February 6, 2024
Photo of Mercedes Bates, Oregon Digital, OSU Special Collections and archives

Beavers beyond the dam, the impacts of University alumni on the world

Riley LeCocq, Contributor
November 7, 2023
Benny’s Donut worker making a donut in Corvallis on Oct. 9. Benny’s Donuts was started in 2015 by an Oregon State men’s rower, who then accelerated the business through the Advantage Accelerator program within Oregon State business.

How Benny’s Donuts rose to fame in Corvallis and beyond

Riley LeCocq, Contributor
November 7, 2023
Anna Yeates (she/her) after applying dewy facial sunscreen on July 22, in Corvallis. Reapplying sunscreen is extremely important to fully protect your skin and it is recommended to reapply every two hours.

The need for sunscreen today, tomorrow and always

Riley LeCocq, Contributor
August 1, 2023
Two hands exchange birth control pill packet on July 25. The birth control pill has now been approved for over the counter sale.

Over-the-counter birth control opens new doors for reproductive rights

Riley LeCocq, Contributor
July 30, 2023
CARB (Corvallis Area Restaurants and Bars) founder Michele Collomb leads a meeting held at American Dream Pizza in downtown Corvallis on May 15. CARB provides a place to connect, celebrate, meet, and support each other's food based businesses.

‘Keep it local’: CARB Alliance establishes collective advocacy for local eateries

Riley LeCocq, Contributor
June 6, 2023
Local haus brings drag brunch to Corvallis, aiming to become a regular event

Local haus brings drag brunch to Corvallis, aiming to become a regular event

Riley LeCocq, Contributor
May 6, 2023
Sophia Fischer (she/her) facing away from the camera with pink and white flowers. The flowers are to represent how delicate and beautiful one’s body is.

“Enjoy food for what it provides us”: Becoming aware of your food-body relationship

Riley LeCocq, Beaver's Digest Contributor
April 25, 2023
The Bobahead sign outside of the business, tempting customers in.

Best boba in town is only a street away

Riley LeCocq, Beaver's Digest Contributor
February 21, 2023
This is the Ye-ha Skillet with over medium eggs and wheat toast from WiseCracks Cafe located in Corvallis, Ore. on Jan. 20. Wisecracks Cafe offers many different breakfast options.

WiseCracks Cafe brings family feel to OSU community

Riley LeCocq, Beaver's Digest Contributor
February 21, 2023
Two beavers being cute and in love.

Where, oh where, to take my date?

Riley LeCocq, Beaver's Digest Contributor
February 14, 2023
Cierah Clay (she/her) poses for a photo illustration on Nov. 21 under the Student Experience Center Plaza on Oregon State University’s campus. Restrictions on marijuana use prior to legalization provided researchers with knowledge of long-term effects of marijuana on health.

Not your grandma’s weed: Unknowns about long-term effects of cannabis use today

Riley LeCocq, News Contributor
January 27, 2023
A guide to Oregon's BIPOC-owned cannabusinesses

A guide to Oregon’s BIPOC-owned cannabusinesses

Riley LeCocq, Beaver's Digest Contributor
January 27, 2023
'Marijuana,' a complicated, racist remnant of the prohibition era—and still in use today

‘Marijuana,’ a complicated, racist remnant of the prohibition era—and still in use today

Riley LeCocq, Beaver's Digest Contributor
January 27, 2023
Teresa Aguilera, Michelle Lira Licona, Freddy León, and Rosy Celedonio stand in front of the Centro Cultural César Chávez on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. The Centro Cultural César Chávez is located on 691 SW 26th St, Corvallis, OR 97331.

A look into the lives of the CCCC Staff

Riley LeCocq, News Reporter
November 3, 2022
The front entrance of the Centro Cultural César Chávez on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. The Centro Cultural César Chávez is a cultural center with spaces for students to study, gather, and do activities in.

Centro Cultural César Chávez: The past, present and future

Riley LeCocq, News Reporter
November 3, 2022
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