“Unfiltered” is a column three years in the making. Columns are reserved for our editors in chief, so while I (only somewhat patiently) waited my turn, I went through idea after idea about how I would...

With homecoming approaching around the United States, some students are concerned about what music will be played to help the mood. As with most dances, the music directly impacts if everyone is having...

Portage Northern High School is one of very few schools left that has not committed to no-cell-bell-to-bell. Recently, Portage Central High School has implemented a no-cell-bell-to-bell phone policy, and...

A 5-year-old in Santaquin, Utah. A 4-year-old in Houston, Texas. A 3-year-old in Flint, Michigan. While at a first glance it appears that these kids don’t have anything in common besides their young...

Many lives of marine animals have been killed or injured due to the careless disposal of plastic, metal, and glass by people in the ocean. “Lots of people like to use the waterways for recreation but...

Grading has always been a monumental part of school. Stereotypically, grades have always separated students: good grades would mean you’re smart and are gliding through school while bad grades suggest...

As a fan of the novel, I was elated to hear the news that a new film adaption of the novel Little Women by Louisa May Alcott was not only in the works, but loaded with all sorts of talent. Greta Gerwig...

Critical race theory is a major political buzzword and has even become a talking point in this year’s school board election, prompting district communications director Michelle Karpinski to issue a statement...

Picture a princess. For a more specific example, picture Ariel from The Little Mermaid. As pale as humanly possible, not a blemish on her skin, blue eyes, perfect hair, and a tiny waist. Now on the opposite...

I am at an age where it is completely normal to have a long term partner. My relatives have even started asking if I have a partner and are always quick to tell me that I am too young when I give them...

It is hard to remember everything that needs to get out the door with you in the morning. As long as the bare necessities are in the car, that morning counts as a win, but just because those few items...

“Forever and always / you didn't mean it baby” -Taylor Swift  “Forever & Always” In Taylor Swift's song “Forever & Always,” Taylor speaks of a past lover promising his love...