Statesman does the Blazin’ Wing Challenge

Charley Lockwood-Powell and Kaden Fossum

September 18, 2019

Enter a dreamworld with ‘CASE STUDY-01’

Molly Wetsch, News Editor

September 17, 2019

Sweet as honey vocals and homey acoustics are only the beginning of the positives for “CASE STUDY 01,” Daniel Caesar’s sophomore album released in June 2019. Similar to his debut album “Freudian,” Caesar is pensive and brooding, contemplating his own existence and that of those around him th...

Two reflections on ‘IT Chapter Two’

September 16, 2019

Five unforgettable Airbnbs around the world

Molly Wetsch, News Editor

September 12, 2019

When Airbnb sprung its way onto the vacation scene in 2008, it became an instant go-to for travelers looking for a unique place to stay while out of town. It combined houses, apartments and other living quarters that regular folks could rent out to prospective vacationers. Here are the five coolest Airbn...

Please stop ruining Spider-Man

Molly Wetsch, News Editor

September 5, 2019

Bad news: The third Spider-Man series that has been produced by Sony Pictures is seemingly ruined. Two weeks ago, Marvel fans received their biggest shock since “Avengers: Endgame”. News outlet, Deadline, revealed that Sony Pictures and production-giant Disney failed to reach an agreement on the pr...

13rw season 3 recap: where do we go from here?

Lauren Bickett, Staff Writer

September 5, 2019

While streaming on Netflix, teen drama, “Thirteen Reasons Why”  has been the topic of many disputes concerning what is acceptable and what goes too far. When on the topic of mental health, the portrayal has been controversial as to whether the show glorifies suicidal thoughts or offers help to dimi...

Oddly, it’s not hard to love “Lover”

Timothy Stolp, Editor-in-Chief

August 29, 2019

Just two years off her last project, Taylor Swift eases back onto the scene with a decidedly new aura and new sound with her seventh studio album, “Lover.” It comes without saying: Swift is an icon of this era; six of her seven albums have topped the Billboard 200 albums chart the week of their re...

Top five Netflix shows to binge this summer

Genna Sheriff, Feature Editor

May 24, 2019

As the final days of the school year are approaching, students are growing increasingly busy with senior graduation parties, AP tests and award banquets, on top of turning in any last minute assignments. But, this busy time is coming to a close and will soon leave some teenagers with an abundance of ...

The War to End All Wars

Johana Brower, Staff Writer

May 23, 2019

‘The Office’ vs ‘Parks and Recreation’ vs ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine:’ for the past decade, the three best TV-shows of all time have aired and people have been talking and debating over them. “The Office” premiered in the United States on May 24, 2005, and it was a huge success and eventual...

‘Voices’: more than just music

Caleb Miller, Staff Writer

May 23, 2019

With summer just one day away, seniors around Sioux Falls are reflecting on the legacies they will leave behind for students and what they did to help those around them. RHS senior Cade Thompson in particular will not just leave behind a legacy, but some pretty successful music hits as well. Thompson...

Netflix’s ‘Dead To Me’ the perfect balance of drama and comedy

Lauren Bickett, Staff Writer

May 23, 2019

Netflix, in the last few years, has become notorious for their hit series, whether you enjoy the science fiction  “Stranger Things” or teen drama, “13 Reasons Why” Netflix has a show you can binge for any occasion. Netflix’s new show, “Dead To Me” is another hit that finds a balance betwee...

Bachelorette recap; roll tide!

Lauren Bickett, Staff Writer

May 17, 2019

It is the time of the year again where ABC’s new bachelorette makes her first appearance at the mansion as 30 men in suits vie for her heart. A season like no other, as Chris Harrison would say. This season it is Miss Alabama, Hannah’s turn to hand out all the roses and maybe even find a husband o...