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Silencing Stories: The Dangers of Book Bans in Modern Education

Silencing Stories: The Dangers of Book Bans in Modern Education

Merritt Sellers, Editor-in-chief December 10, 2024

Have you ever read Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury? You know, the one where society falls apart because books are banned? Or maybe not because Fahrenheit 451 is now banned in schools across America. What...

The different paths highlight the importance of choosing a college for fit rather than prestige.

Choosing the right college: Why fit matters more than prestige

Kylie Hellyer, Editor-in-Chief November 10, 2024

When my neighbor prompted, “If you could get into any college, where would you go?” I couldn’t help but feel a wave of anxiety. As a high school senior buried in the college application process,...

Do strict parents raise sneaky children?

Do strict parents raise sneaky children?

Marlee Millstein, Reporter/Social Media Manager November 10, 2024

Human beings crave what they can't have. It's a universal theme that shapes behavior.  Does that relate to how strict parents raise crafty children? And how relaxed parents raise responsible children?...

Chasing the tides of injustice: a deep dive into “Outer Banks” new season

Chasing the tides of injustice: a deep dive into “Outer Banks” new season

Elena Bannatyne, Reporter November 10, 2024

It is finally that time of the year. Fall, a marvelous season to enjoy the picturesque sight of brown leaves on the ground, pumpkins and warm sweaters all around. It is viewed by many as a transition from...

From storms to smiles: Gen Z’s way of coping

From storms to smiles: Gen Z’s way of coping

Zella Golden, Reporter November 10, 2024

While some might question if it’s appropriate to make jokes about serious events, Generation Z (birth years range from 1997-2012) is demonstrating that humor can be a powerful tool. Growing up in a world...

Boosting focus or causing distraction: Listening to music while doing school work

Boosting focus or causing distraction: Listening to music while doing school work

Delaney Whaley, Head Copy Editor November 7, 2024

Asking the simple question, “Do you listen to music while doing homework or studying?” sparked enthusiastic explanations from students.  Students' answers were varying. “I can’t even do homework...

Breaking the silence: How domestic violence affects millions every year

Breaking the silence: How domestic violence affects millions every year

Merritt Sellers, Editor-in-Chief September 30, 2024

Domestic violence affects millions, often in ways that go unseen by the outside world. Behind closed doors, many people live in constant fear, trapped in cycles of control, manipulation and abuse. It’s...

In an April 14th vote, the House of Representatives voted in favor of a provisional ban on TikTok with support from both Democrats and Republicans.

The TikTok ban is not what the government says

Caroline Pirsch, Editor-in-Chief May 20, 2024

On April 24, 2024, President Biden signed a foreign aid bill detailing how to provide aid to Ukraine. Included within the bill: a clause outlining that TikTok, a popular social media platform, will be...

The proper form of measurement: Why we should start using the metric system

The proper form of measurement: Why we should start using the metric system

Lucy Egan, Contributor May 3, 2024

American children are still learning the imperial system, even though it is foreign to nearly every other country in the world. The only possible explanation for continuing the use of the imperial system...

With people packed together in recent concerts like Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, it’s important that people maintain respect for others.

Let’s face it: Concert etiquette has gone down the drain

Caroline Pirsch, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2024

You’ve been looking forward to this concert for months. Granted, it cost an arm and a leg for the ticket, but you’re excited and you’ve meticulously planned out your outfit. Now imagine your surprise...

Is the American dream failing us?

Is the American dream failing us?

Oliver Bennett February 15, 2024

The San Francisco Bay Area has been home to innovation in a wide array of industries from technology to healthcare. People have flocked to the Bay Area for decades to pursue careers in interesting and...

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