Modern Halloween costumes create loss of innocence

Opinion by HannahCusick Mighty stomps echo into the night as abnormally large feet crash into the concrete, shaking the ground with each stride taken. A loud roar escapes the creature’s sharpened set of teeth: a warning to steer clear of the ferocious T-Rex’s wrath. A curly haired witch glides through the vastness of the midnight… Read More Modern Halloween costumes create loss of innocence

Jojo’s Diner Brings Benson to Life with Electric Atmosphere

Review By ElsaJurrens  In the heart of Benson, JoJo’s Diner has made a living serving food to customers in a 1980s themed building. Though JoJo’s is known for their cheap, all-day breakfast, it also serves brunch, lunch and dinner.  JoJo’s offers two main breakfast menus. Basic Brecky contains all the breakfast staples. From eggs and… Read More Jojo’s Diner Brings Benson to Life with Electric Atmosphere

Senior photos: Way to capture memories, or waste of money?

Opinion By HannahCusick Throughout the years, the importance of senior photos has grown, along with its expenses. This senior tradition seems like a great way to remember your last year as mom’s “sweet little girl” before becoming an adult, but they’re not worth it. Depending on the quality of photos and the photographer’s experience, senior… Read More Senior photos: Way to capture memories, or waste of money?

Mental health therapist highlights importance of suicide prevention

By HannahCusick Suicide prevention has a weird and almost uncomfortable stigma around it. No one wants to talk about it, no one wants to work at preventing it, unless, someone dies by suicide in their community. Then you scroll through Instagram, where people are reposting stories saying: “Know you are loved!”, “Don’t feel alone!” or… Read More Mental health therapist highlights importance of suicide prevention