OPINION: Five players who should be on Bears’ draft radar
By Xander Lundblad It has been a miserable year for Chicago Bears fans. I’m sure that all of us can agree that we are more concerned about the upcoming NFL Draft than the outcome of this season. To ease the pain of the season, here are five players that should be high on the Bears’ […]
REVIEW: A fantastic movie and where to find it
By Sarah Hager Once again, J.K. Rowling’s imagination comes to life on screen in the book-to-film adaptation of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. While the work is linked to the wizarding world of Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts follows an entirely unique storyline and paves its own path to success. Fantastic Beasts follows the […]
What season are you?
By Carly Casper What is your favorite dessert? A) Pumpkin pie B) Peppermint ice cream C) Popsicle D) Lemon Pound Cake What is your favorite movie genre? A) Horror […]
REVIEW: ‘Moana’ worthy of recent box office record
By Abby Kent and Claire Gearhart The new movie Moana is popular not only among kids, but many adults and teenagers too. Notorious for the beautiful character design, the intelligent wit and the walls it breaks down by going against the stereotypical Disney movie, this show’s most impressive qualities are the groundbreaking music and the […]
OPINION: Kanye West rants set off fan base, but why?
By Jackson Lambert November 19 was a somewhat average concert stop for Kanye West, but turned into a mental breakdown in front of thousands of fans and a later visit to the hospital. After playing three songs for his first set, West then began to spiral into a somewhat brief, yet sprawling speech about several […]
REVIEW: ‘Going Wild’ by Lisa McMann
By Maggie Boersma On September 27, Lisa McMann published a new book, Going Wild. This is part of a new trilogy from the well-known author. Any fan of McMann or Rick Riordan will love this story. McMann is the author of the award winning series The Unwanteds. With this new text, she will no doubt […]
December quiz
By Abby Hill Which astrology symbol is in December? Pisces Capricorn Virgo Aquarius The birthstone of December is Turquoise. True False The Germans made the first artificial Christmas trees out of ____________________. Bread crusts Shredded paper Dyed goose feathers Wolf hair December 4 is International __________ Day Duck Appreciation World Whale Free Hug Chocolate Mint […]
Holiday madlib
By Lauren Casper On a bitterly cold and snowy evening, you are driving home through a blizzard. The radio is shouting at you, telling you to get home because there will be _____ (number) feet of snow by midnight. With the snowflakes pounding down on your windshield and your _____ (type of car) going 15 […]
History of Christmas and St. Nicholas
By Holly DuBose Some of my favorite memories of mine are from when I was little and running downstairs to see what Santa had left for my brother and me. It brings a unique joy and excitement that makes day-long smiles. Sitting in my pajamas, opening presents, and drinking hot chocolate makes Christmas my favorite […]
Top 5 Holiday Activities
By Maddie Durso Looking for some fun ideas to do this December to get you into the holiday spirit? Check out these top five winter activities that are sure to create great memories while enjoying Christmas time! 1. Make holiday cookies Go to your local grocery store and pick up a pack of holiday cookies […]