Target shoppers began to fight in the parking lot of the store. Photo Courtesy of http://bensbargains.net/thecheckout/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/black-friday-shopping-fight.jpg Black Friday morning, or for some people, Thanksgiving night can be the most exciting time of the year because of the … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2013
Government shutdown promises serious consequences for America
November 12, 2013 by
For sixteen days, the government shutdown dragged on. Congress and Senate couldn’t agree on passing any spending bills that would fund the government, despite the serious ramifications that followed. The government shutdown meant that most functions of government--veterans’ benefits, nat … [Read more...]
America needs to stop slut-shaming women
November 12, 2013 by
Among all the performances held during MTV’s Video Music Awards on Aug 25th, people discussed Miley Cyrus’ performance the most, and not for positive reasons either. Cyrus’ performance of “We Can’t Stop,” featuring her and other dancers twerking on stage, that transitioned into a duet with Robin Thic … [Read more...]
No Fashion, No Show
November 12, 2013 by
This year, the National Art Honor Society will not be holding the fashion show for the first time. Art teacher Erica Furjanic stated that in previous years, the show has been a tremendous amount of work, both for the members and the officers who coordinate the whole organization. However, she said … [Read more...]
Charity Mini-thon “For the Kids!”
November 12, 2013 by
Last year, members of Student Council noticed that surrounding districts were organizing “Mini-thons”, and decided that they, too, wanted to help in the effort to fight childhood cancer. Thon is a two day dance marathon organized by Penn State students in an effort to help families affected by chil … [Read more...]
A Trip to Germany, Anyone?
November 7, 2013 by
Oktoberfest will be held this year in the cafeteria on Oct. 23 from 3:00 until 4:15. Only German students, parents, and exchange students may attend. However, there will be three teacher judges attending. German teacher Kathy Falatovich predicts that this year the event will bring in up to 100 … [Read more...]