Olivia Brost, Staff writer
October 16, 2020
Jackson Hauck What qualities do you possess that you believe led you to be student of the month? I am super nice. What is your favorite class? I like all my...
Alexis Miller, Feature Editor
October 2, 2020
The next few months hold an array of holidays, school breaks and a special addition, RISE room refreshments. This year, RISE students have been given the opportunity to develop...
Chloe Houwman, Perspectives Editor
October 1, 2020
It’s the 1950’s. Desiree and Stella Vignes decide to run away from their small, hometown of Mallard, La., a town where all residents are light-skinned African Americans....
Ree Baireddy, Staff writer
September 28, 2020
Between trying to create potions for my parents made from random liquids I could get my hands on and running around in my basement screaming “expelliarmus” randomly throughout...
Ree Baireddy, Staff Writer
October 17, 2020
On Oct. 11 2020, Dallas Cowboys’ quarterback Dak Prescott suffered a compound fracture and a dislocation in the right ankle in their game against New York Giants which they...
Charley Lockwood-Powell, Staff Writer
October 7, 2020
The NBA finals is one of the most anticipated sporting events throughout the whole calendar year. This year's finals teams were surprising to viewers because most of the...
Carson Woods, Staff Writer
October 5, 2020
For decades the U.S. Men's National soccer team has had no success. The USMNT has made one World Cup final, which was in 1930, the first ever World Cup. After that the USMNT...
Adyson Sand, Entertainment Editor
October 2, 2020
As the LHS soccer team enters their ninth week of the season, the team is preparing for a tough matchup for their opening playoff game on Oct. 6, 2020. With a record of 5-6-1,...
Margaret Ann Mickelberg, Staff Writer
October 21, 2020
The Nobel Prize for Chemistry 2020 was awarded to scientists Emmanuelle Charpentier and Jennifer A. Doudna who share credit for their development of the revolutionary genome...
Taylor Schmitz, Staff Writer
October 16, 2020
It was announced in late 2019 and early 2020 that the city of Sioux Falls would see many businesses pop up in the foreseeable future. However, COVID-19 delays mixed with little...
Chloe Houwman, Perspectives Editor
October 15, 2020
This October many are preparing for a virtual Halloween celebration, a presidential election and the holiday season. October, however, is also a month dedicated to the support...
Daniel Bethke, Perspectives Editor
October 14, 2020
This year especially, South Dakota has a lot up for grabs politically: presidential electors, a senator, our at-large representative and many other offices. But a section...
Anna Engels, Staff Writer
October 16, 2020
WARNING: INCLUDES GRUESOME CONTENT THAT IS NOT MEANT FOR CERTAIN VIEWERS. Thursday, the day before surgery: The dreaded day is almost here. By now, almost every awful...
Emma Johnson, Staff Writer
October 16, 2020
High school movies seem like all the rage these days, coming of age comedies that are supposed to make teenagers breathe out a sigh of relief and acknowledgment. However,...
Chloe Hartje, Perspectives Editor
October 16, 2020
Although it is understandable that wearing a mask can feel uncomfortable at times, it is necessary to stop the spread of COVID-19. The mouth AND nose must be covered as the...
Ree Baireddy, Staff Writer
October 15, 2020
October is the season of pumpkins and candy galore. People shove their shorts and tank tops to the back of their closet and reach for sweaters and boots to stay warm for the...
Baily Plourde, Staff Writer
October 16, 2020
As the world takes a turn for the worst with COVID-19 taking over, many homes have been greatly impacted by this spread. According to a study done at the University of Minnesota,...
Paige Gordon, Staff writer
October 14, 2020
With sweater season kicking into gear, music’s fall lineup is off to a good start with these new albums. “Nectar” by Joji Formerly known by his Internet alias,...
Avery Blackman, Entertainment Editor
October 14, 2020
Tim Burton’s stop-motion animated musical “The Nightmare Before Christmas” has been a beloved classic since it was released in 1993. Typically, the movie is aired on...
Kate McCartney, Staff Writer
October 6, 2020
The Canadian heartthrob's shocking release of a new single with accompanying music video, and further announcement of a fourth studio album has left fans elated and hopeful...
Emma Johnson, Staff Writer
October 16, 2020
High school movies seem like all the rage these days, coming of age comedies that are supposed to make teenagers breathe out a sigh of relief and acknowledgment. However,...
Ree Baireddy, Staff Writer
October 15, 2020
October is the season of pumpkins and candy galore. People shove their shorts and tank tops to the back of their closet and reach for sweaters and boots to stay warm for the...
Veronica Iseminger, Staff Writer
September 25, 2020
I remember the day like it was yesterday. Aug, 15, a Saturday morning. An absolutely gorgeous day filled with sunshine and rainbows, fluffy white clouds floating gently across...
Henry Haft, Satire Editor
September 17, 2020
Since we have started quarantine, we have adapted to our new lives by using Zoom calls to communicate with our teachers and classmates. During our time of social distancing,...