Redesigning SFSD: JHS makes a splash
Cathleen Weng, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2019
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As the years go on and the hallways of every Sioux Falls school get more and more crowded, the demand for a new high school gets more and more prominent. Jefferson High School is the solution to that overcrowding; expected to open in the 2021-2022 school year, it will be the fourth main high sch...
It’s getting hot in here… so students are standing up
Lauren Bickett, staff writer
March 21, 2019
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On March 15, British students gathered to protest climate change in Parliament Square and proceeded to march their way to Trafalgar Square in London. Students held up signs that called for a reform in order to bring forth the rising issue of climate change. The walkout movement was first inspired by S...
New graduation requirements for LHS
Cathleen Weng, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2019
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In order to graduate, students have always needed certain credits: three credits of science, three credits of math, four credits of English, so on and so forth. However, these requirements might not leave room for paths other than higher education that students might wish to pursue. South Dakota’s ...
Actor Luke Perry dead at 52
Elizabeth Boysen, Staff Writer
March 5, 2019
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“Riverdale” and “90210” actor Luke Perry has died at the age of 52. While the official cause of death has yet to be confirmed, it is believed to be a result of the stroke he suffered on Wednesday, Feb. 27. Perry had his big break playing bad boy Dylan McKay in “90210” and continued por...
The College Board announces changes
Slater Dixon, Perspectives editor
March 5, 2019
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March normally marks the registration deadline for the AP tests. However, The College Board has announced that the registration date will be moving to the fall. “The registration dates are going to move up. When classes solidify after the first five days, we’re going to start registering,” said...
Florida spa involved in international human trafficking operation
Genna Sheriff, Feature Editor
February 26, 2019
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What seems like one Florida spa participating in prostitution goes farther than most realize. This spa, along with many others in the area, is connected to an international operation that goes further than the state borders. Women were brought from China with the expectation of living and working in ...
A letter to our readers concerning our app
Gage Gramlick, Editor-in-chief
February 26, 2019
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Due to changes in Apple’s app policy, our app developer is no longer able to offer push notifications for the time being. As push notifications were the main reason we paid for the app, we have decided to discontinue our subscription. We want to provide the best experience for our readers with the funds ...
New Student Council members announced
February 21, 2019
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After a long two weeks of anticipation, the new LHS Student Council members have been announced. The Student Council elections have been happening for three weeks, but due to snow days, voting and the results were moved to a later date. Students completed voting on Tuesday, Feb. 12, and the names...
Influenza season: Statistics and prevention
Landon DeBoer, Sports Editor
February 14, 2019
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As mid-February begins, the U.S. influenza season is in full swing, with over 2,500 confirmed cases of the two strains in South Dakota alone. With skyrocketing rates of the virus in South Dakota, as well as around the country, it is important to take precautions to prevent the spread of the flu. ...
New York is now the most technologically advanced city
Johana Brower, Staff Writer
February 12, 2019
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Amazon has recently picked New York City for its second headquarters. As New York City has just surpassed Silicon Valley as the most technologically advanced city, it is the perfect city for Amazon to expand its services. This is the first time New York City has never been ranked No. 1 amongst the 3...
The boiling water challenge is as safe as it sounds
Sophia Boyt, News Editor
February 12, 2019
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While the U.S. is nearly frozen solid thanks to the chilling Polar Vortex looming over the states, some people are taking advantage of the unusually cold weather. Spraying boiling water to see it transform into snow midair has become the latest DIY trend. This is a dangerous mistake. ...
Connecticut’s new bill could ban soda from children’s menus
Johana Brower, Staff Writer
February 5, 2019
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There is a new potential CT house bill, No.7006, which would restrict restaurants from including soft drinks, chocolate milk and juice beverages on children’s menus in the state. The rise of obesity in the U.S. has nearly tripled in children over the past 30 years and much of that has to do ...
Kat Steffen, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
“The Edge of Seventeen” is a movie that is on the edge of being mediocre and tries too hard to relate to teenagers.Hailee Steinfeld does an amazing job playing Nadine,...
March 22, 2019
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March 22, 2019
March 22, 2019
Salsa is a staple of most parties and is often served alongside guacamole and chips. There is an inferior in that duo, and it is not made...