Can we change it?
Cheyene Zephier, Editor
January 24, 2013
There has beeen one word we have heard continuously in the news: shooting. This word begs people every day, every hour, every minute, to ask a simple question; why? Why does it hurt? Why does it not get better? Why is no one here to help? Why is this happening? We all have our why’s and just the same... Read more »
New proposal for driving laws- yes please!
Courtney Miller, Editor
January 23, 2013
Recently, a proposal to toughen the driving laws for teens was introduced. If passed, drivers who are 14 or 15 years old will not be allowed to use any electronic devices, including iPods, while driving. They also will not be allowed to carry more than one passenger at any time, with the exception of... Read more »
Each one of us can help change suicide statistic
Cheyenne Zephier, Editor
October 1, 2012
Each day, each hour someone decides the best option they have is to commit suicide. It is because of this we are struck with the hard hitting number of a million suicides each year, according to MedicalNewsToday.com. Furthermore, according to National Bullying Statistics 7 percent of high school students... Read more »
Revised School District media policy- positive or negative?
Connor Munsinger
April 30, 2012
The Sioux Falls School District, after facing large amounts of backlash to its old policy on publication of play-by-play of school sports, has amended its policy. However, media companies are still furious about the proposal. Although preferable to the old system, one that charged companies for play-by-play... Read more »
South Dakota, second most dangerous state- really?
Courtney Miller, Staff Writer
April 27, 2012
Picture the six most dangerous states to be a kid in. You probably pictured states like New York, California, Texas, Arizona, Florida or Massachusetts, states that have huge populations, right? Wrong, actually. None of those are right. According to a study done by the Centers for Disease Control and... Read more »
“Freezin’ For a Reason”
Ashley Mielke, Staff Writer
April 25, 2012
A group of RHS students braved the chilly Big Sioux River downtown in order to raise money for the Special Olympics. Large crowds gathered on bridges and balconies to catch a glimpse of those who jumped in the water last Saturday. RHS ended up gathering over $1,769. Jumpers came from local businesses... Read more »
Gas goes up, and so do our sacrifices
Alicia Patterson and Brianna George, Staff Writer
March 2, 2012
Nothing in life is free. From a new flat screen TV, to a place to live and water to drink; people are constantly paying for what they want. And if there’s one thing we want, it’s being able get from place to place; unfortunately gas prices aren’t making it any easier February... Read more »
Oscars Overrated?
Ashley Mielke, Staff Writer
February 28, 2012
Lately, it seems as though award ceremonies are the big talk of the news. Anywhere from entertainment programs on television to ads on the internet publicize the stars that will attend the much anticipated Oscars. It makes me wonder if celebrations like the VMAs, Grammys, and Oscars are overexposed.... Read more »
Senseless tragedy makes me think, look twice
Alicia Patterson, Staff Writer
February 10, 2012
We hear every day about missing people; missing kids with their pictures hanging up on Wal-Mart bulletins, missing wives buried or burned somewhere far away. This is done by family members, complete strangers, someone with a search for revenge. For Susan Powell, we are unlikely to figure out where she... Read more »
Student council runs our school
Ashley Mielke, Staff Writer
February 2, 2012
Some of the classmates around you with the passion for planning fun events for our school are putting the finishing touches on their speeches for this coming Wednesday’s Student Council Election. My interest in spreading the word about creative ideas is what led me to step out of my comfort zone and... Read more »