Teens struggle with phone addiction
by Mayzie Talbot She’d only been using it for a year when she started to experi- ence depression and urges of self- harm, leading to …
Students’ character strengthens successful broadcasting program
by Abigail Clawson She goes unseen, hidden behind the camera and her work. She helps call the shots, operating behind the scenes in various roles, …
“It messes with your mind, and it slowly breaks you down”
The rise in technology has brought conveniences and unprecendented social connection, but it has also brought depression, anxiety, loneliness and even criminal activity to teens. …
Alumna returns after successful college career to coach
New girls basketball head coach Taylor Christensen has been around basketball from the time she was born, and at the young age of four she …
Opinion: Kaepernick controversy opens way for more empathetic society
In early September, Nike unveiled their brand new “Just Do It” ad campaign, helping commemorate the 30th anniversary of the behemoth’s iconic catchphrase. The campaign …
Swearing (Title Forthcoming)
Profanity, choice words, vulgarity—unacceptable language, or just a part of life. Whether you consider profanity acceptable or condemnable, there is no doubt that it is …
Boys tennis remains focused on a region title goal
NS boys tennis is off to a decent start in region with a 3-2 record, and they are looking to improve on that throughout the …
NS looks to implement standards-based grading
NS could be transitioning toward a new, standards-based grading system in the near future. While change can be frightening and confusing, this new method may …
Softball continues to dominate region play
The NS softball team continues on in their outstanding season, leading their region. The girls have maintained a nearly perfect region standing, which currently sits …
Stop-motion animation pleases fans in ‘Isle of Dogs’
Big budget movies these days seem to have no sense of originality. Wading through all these unoriginal and uninspired films, eventually you will find an …