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Growing older is inevitable, and sometimes scary. However, aging is a beautiful part of life that should be embraced.

Embrace aging

By Nanette Nkolomoni, Copy Editor | April 17, 2023

Aging is an inevitable part of life. For many people during their early ages, they look forward to aging, dreaming about the day they turn 16, then 18, then 21. When suddenly, the feeling of becoming old kicks in.  It’s no doubt that your 20s are...

Students march on the State Capitol steps during the March for Our Lives anti-gun violence protest in Nashville, Tenn., on Monday, April 3, 2023. This comes after a school shooting that occurred on March 28 at a private Christian school in Tennessee. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Stop resisting a federal assault weapons ban

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | April 16, 2023

The severe resistance federal gun control faces in America is misplaced, claimless and tragically strong. Congress should pursue a federal assault weapons ban. As of April 16, there have been at least 162 mass shootings this year, according to data...

The cast of "Outer Banks," Rudy Pankow, Madelyn Cline, Drew Starkey, Carlacia Grant, Chase Stokes, Jonathan Davis and Madison Bailey at the season three premiere in Los Angeles. Senior columnist Angelina Padilla-Tompkins shares her thoughts on the newest season of the famous Netflix show.

Unpopular Opinion: ‘Outer Banks’ season 3 was a disappointment

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | April 16, 2023

Warning: The following content includes “Outer Banks” season three spoilers. Released during the height of the pandemic, Netflix’s “Outer Banks” immediately became a trending show. However, as the series progressed, the quality of the plot...

The exterior of Graceland has statues of lions and grand architecture

That Time I… went to Graceland

By Emily Beebe, News Editor | April 13, 2023

My mom is a huge fan of Elvis Presley’s music, so I grew up listening to it.  As a lifelong fan, I had always dreamed of visiting Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley. When I finally made the trip down to Tennessee, it was everything I had hoped...

A map of Latin America countries represented by their flag. Senior columnist Angelina Padilla-Tompkins believes Latinx doesn't accomplish what was it intended to.

‘Latinx’ is unnecessary

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | April 12, 2023

The idea of gender is woven throughout the Spanish language, no matter how hard some might try, you cannot change an entire language just because it might offend someone.  Nearly every word in Spanish is assigned a gender, male or female, depending...

A robot behind a computer doing work while the owner of the computer sits off to the side. In recent years, AI has significantly improved  to the point where voices of real-life humans can be altered to say things they never said.

The dangers of Artificial Intelligence

By Nanette Nkolomoni, Copy Editor | April 12, 2023

The development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is presenting many dangers that can significantly affect society. Artificial Intelligence is a section of computer science that focuses on the simulation of  intelligent behavior within machines and...

A Margherita pizza on a plate with tomatoes and basil besides it. Senior Columnist Angelina Padilla-Tompkins debates which pizza place is the best.

Poll: Who has the best pizza?

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | April 11, 2023

Papa John’s Papa John’s pizza always looks amazing, with a perfect layer of cheese and a crust that can be easily dipped in their provided garlic sauce.  Papa John’s has an amazing signature sauce that adds the perfect amount of flavor without...

Former president Donald Trump's arrest could cause an uprising in protests by his dedicated followers, causing concern for safety for those involved.

Trump’s indictment is celebratory, but warrants caution

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | April 10, 2023

Take a sigh of relief: Donald Trump has just become the first former president indicted with a crime. While we celebrate, however, it is crucial to remain wary of potential violence from his supporters.  Trump’s indictment last Thursday by a New...

A crowd of faces with multiple different colors with the social justice scale symbol. Columnist Emily Beebe believes the LGTBQ+ community deserves more legal protection when it comes to their rights in the U.S.

LGBTQ+ people deserve better federal protection

By Emily Beebe, News Editor | April 10, 2023

The LGBTQ+ community has long been marginalized and discriminated against. It’s time for society to recognize that these individuals deserve better rights.  According to the ACLU, there have been several legislations introduced that protect members...

A man holding a rock on his shoulders. Columnist Nanette Nkolomoni explains that it is important to not let hardships defeat you.

Unpopular Opinion: Hardships are necessary in life

By Nanette Nkolomoni, Copy Editor | April 6, 2023

The reality of life is that it’s not perfect. Life won’t always go the way we want it to.  Many people tend to look at the difficulties of life as something that is only bad. However, a lot of good can come from hardship. Hardships are necessary...

CARTOON: The golden hour

By Amber Siegel, Cartoonist | April 6, 2023

Lincoln Highway in downtown DeKalb is inactive Monday during rush hour.

Fill in the Blank: DeKalb is…

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | April 5, 2023

...Mediocre Through the lens of a student, the city of DeKalb, IL is simply, alright.  DeKalb is a college town that doesn’t feel like a college town. Perhaps it's because we now live in a post-pandemic world where shops and restaurants close early.   DeKalb...