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Walking from Hammons into the tunnel going into JQH is surreal, MSU guard Spencer Laurie said. "It's like going through a portal and into a whole different world." More

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'Into a whole different world'

At their first practice in JQH Arena, Bears forward John Hayward-Mayhew (left) and center Isaiah Rhine participate in shooting drills. The inaugural game is against Arkansas at 7:15 p.m. Saturday. Jerome T. Nakagawa / News-Leader

Missouri State guard Spencer Laurie knows quite a bit about college basketball arenas. He probably qualifies as an expert. More

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Crossbows: Archery or not?

Crossbow advocates say the weapon's use keeps aging hunters, or those with injuries, in the sport. Opponents fear crossbows will destroy deer herds and ruin bowhunting. Dian Cooper / for the News-Leader

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