Op-Ed

What Does Saint Patrick’s Day Mean to You?

What Does Saint Patrick’s Day Mean to You?

Op-Ed March 17, 2023 at 8:00 am Comments are Disabled

By: Maeve McCann | Secretary Saint Patrick’s Day has always been one of my favorite holidays. There is so much excitement and joy surrounding it. Growing up as an Irish dancer I spent most of Saint Patrick’s day’s going to bars and nursing homes dancing for those who were eager to celebrate. Although, I won’t lie to you, sometimes IRead More

Band members in yellow lights with audience cheering. Original public domain image from Wikimedia Commons

The 2023 Grammy Awards

Activities, Arts and Entertainment, Op-Ed February 13, 2023 at 10:20 am Comments are Disabled

By: Maggie Kelly | Staff Writer The 65th annual Grammy Awards aired last Sunday, February 5 in Los Angeles. As always, the ceremony delivered moments ranging from disappointing to inspiring. Nevertheless, the awards are addicting to watch every year, as the biggest names in music meet to celebrate each other’s and their own success. Most Disappointing: While award shows forRead More

A Data Collector in the Pockets of Millions of Americans: Tik Tok and its Ties to the Chinese Communist Party

A Data Collector in the Pockets of Millions of Americans: Tik Tok and its Ties to the Chinese Communist Party

Op-Ed, Uncategorized February 8, 2023 at 9:00 am Comments are Disabled

By: Liam W. Cooney | Staff Writer Endless dances and catchy songs, robot voices and Tik Tok trends. This is my little known knowledge about the social media platform that is Tik Tok, well, in terms of the actual usage of the app itself. I am often the person that is sent a Tik Tok, or told a Tik TokRead More

Your Guide to Galentine’s Day

Your Guide to Galentine’s Day

Activities, Op-Ed February 6, 2023 at 4:49 pm Comments are Disabled

By: Madeline Stephens | Staff Writer If you haven’t made it to Pinterest, don’t worry, I’m bringing it to you.   Valentine’s season is a time for couples to celebrate each other, but that doesn’t mean the singles should feel left out. If you’re anything like me, you love the ambiance of the holiday- the shades of reds and pinks andRead More

‘Tis the Season for Starbucks’ Holiday Drinks

‘Tis the Season for Starbucks’ Holiday Drinks

Op-Ed December 13, 2022 at 2:47 pm Comments are Disabled

By: Maggie Kelly | Staff Writer For coffee lovers, it seems that the holiday season does not officially start until they can get their favorite drink in the classic Starbucks red holiday cup. This year, the franchise is celebrating the 25th anniversary of that very cup. On November 3rd, six specialty drinks were added to Starbucks’ menu. While it isRead More