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"The best way to predict your future is to create it." Abraham Lincoln

Lincoln High School Statesman
"The best way to predict your future is to create it." Abraham Lincoln

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Walkers pass the start line at the annual Jingle Bell Run in downtown Sioux Falls.
Sioux Falls runners jingle all the way to support the Arthritis Foundation
Reese Duncan, Editor-in-Chief • November 28, 2023

On Nov. 24, over 200 runners gathered at Fawick Park in downtown Sioux Falls for the annual Jingle Bell Run, spreading holiday cheer and raising awareness for the over 150,000...

Candy ready to hand out for trick-or-treaters on Halloween.
Recent recalls in the candy industry
November 7, 2023
LHS seniors are waiting to be called for their diploma at the 2022-2023 LHS graduation.
The epidemic of school absenteeism
October 26, 2023
The writer’s strike has been going on since May 2, and the actor’s strike has been going on since July 13.
Approaching a movie drought
October 26, 2023
A well-known energy drink known as an “Alani Nu” and the amount of calories and other added chemicals that just one can contains.
The American diet: Let’s dive deeper
October 23, 2023
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Features
Milena Vercellino, a sophomore at LHS, is the daughter of a Ukrainian immigrant. (Photo used with permission by Sarah Ailts)
Lest we forget Ukraine
Betsy Haft, Staff Writer • November 29, 2023

A quick glance at the New York Times on Nov. 20, shows many headlines reporting on the Israel-Hamas war, including an entire section on the headline page devoted to the topic....

According to the National Education Association, approximately 2/3 of teachers have a part time job outside of teaching. (Artwork by LHS Statesman)
Working overtime
November 13, 2023
As a hobby, Chris Moneke makes chainmail vests. He has made several over the years, and keeps one at LHS for viewing purposes.
Moneke: The brain behind the chain
November 13, 2023
Students at LHS meet at Frontier Climbing for the Climbing Club.
New club: A rocky challenge
November 13, 2023
South Dakota Native Americans and veterans celebrated Native American Day at the Levitt Bandshell in Downtown Sioux Falls.
Celebrating Heritage: Sioux Falls Native American Day Parade
November 13, 2023
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Perspectives
According to the Pew Research Center, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z have as many members in the House of Representatives as Boomers and the Silent Generation combined.
From sea to shining senile
Kate Matthes, Editor-in-Chief • November 30, 2023

90-year-old Dianne Feinstein passes away, Mitch McConnell freezes up twice while speaking, and Mitt Romney will not run for reelection citing a need to make way for a “newer...

One of the most controversial opinions debating the holiday season: when should the Christmas tree be put up?
When should the holiday season really begin?
November 30, 2023
Grammarly markets itself as having free AI writing and text creation tools.
The influence of AI
November 26, 2023
Very few churches in South Dakota have abandoned their resentment towards the LGBTQ community, like the church seen in the photo.
The Agnostic experience
November 24, 2023
An overwhelmed LHS senior studies for their third attempt at the ACT.
How to ace the ACT
November 23, 2023
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Entertainment
Chris Stapleton released Higher on Nov. 23, 2023, his fifth studio album. (Used with permission by Merucry Nashville)
Chris Stapleton’s ‘Higher’ album review
Ciara Velasquez • December 4, 2023

With Chris Stapleton having seven Male Vocalist of the Year wins under his belt, his newest album “Higher” is not one to miss. This album itself proves why Stapleton...

Many stores continue to have good sales and discounts on Black Friday and around the holiday season.
The rise and fall of Black Friday
December 3, 2023
Theaters will be very popular in 2024 with the many movies being released.
New movies of 2024
November 30, 2023
“All I Want for Christmas is You” by Mariah Carey is the number one streamed Christmas song.
Holiday song favorites
November 30, 2023
Overview of Falls Park and its Winter Wonderland set up.
Beating boredom this holiday season
November 28, 2023
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Sports
Josh Dobbs, also known as the Passtronaut, stands on turf, the moon and business. (Artwork used with permission by @elicorbett - Instagram)
Vike’s Corner
Cooper Schultz and Maddox Raph • December 4, 2023

It is not every day you see a backup quarterback come into a game without practicing with the team and succeed. Newly acquired quarterback Joshua Dobbs has done just that...

Womens collegiate sports have recently received more attention from fans than ever before.
Women's sports viewership inclines
November 8, 2023
The LHS girls tennis team now hold the South Dakota State Championship title. (Photo used with permission by LHS Tennis)
State champions: LHS girls tennis
November 7, 2023
Five NBA Predictions
Five NBA Predictions
November 6, 2023
Staff Writers James Plorde, Maddox Raph and Joseph Tunge practice their celebrations for the new games.
New Olympic games are a grand slam
November 1, 2023
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Multimedia
The Old Main building was built in 1883 on the USD campus where many of our city and party meetings took place.
A Week at Girls State in Photos
Ciara Velasquez, Staff Writer • December 4, 2023

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The bridge across the Big Sioux River is festive for the holidays.
Winter Wonderland at Falls Park
November 29, 2023
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