Classic movies: five that are a must watch
One of my dearest friends in the world broke my heart the other day when she said, “Julie, I don’t like old movies. Especially…
Your Vote, Your Right
If you don’t use social media, watch cable television or look at billboards as you drive, you may not know election season is upon…
Autumn weather calls for bonfires, but safety is key
Bonfires, which are popular nighttime recreational gatherings geared towards bringing people together with food, fun and fire, can be hazardous when done improperly. According…
Trick-or-Treat
“Trick-or-Treat!” is a phrase that will vastly be said in the days leading up to Oct. 31 as people dress in costumes, walk around…
“We’re the White Helmets”
“Any human being – no matter who they are or which side they’re on – if they need our help, it’s our duty to…
The demise of a republic: yesterday and today
Something we have all been forced to study since the mean, old lady in the eighth grade pointed a ruler at us was the…
Liberal arts education
There’s no point in denying it; every student that passes through this school has a feeling of relief once they finish up their core…
“Stranger Things” have happened…
A young, brown-haired boy rides his bike down a moonlit street. Suddenly, the headlight on his bike goes out. After glancing down at the…
Opinions and peer pressure
Our generation often strives to fit into the norm. We seem to have a need to be accepted by a certain social group and…
Pancakes versus Waffles
SOCIAL MEDIA POLL RESULTS: Waffles: 196 Pancakes: 145 The case for pancakes “Pancakes are better than waffles because they’re easier to make, allow for…