Monthly Archives: November 2015

If you’re unfamiliar with the term “slut-shaming,” it essentially refers to a form of degrading women based on the way that they dress. Slut-shaming functions through assuming that wearing revealing clothing implies promiscuity. Sounds pretty bad, right?

It became immediately evident to me that “Play On!” was already a hit when I heard so many people who saw the show on Friday night talk about how they just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to see it again on Saturday. Students, parents, and faculty included, “Play On!” had the entire crowd roaring its approval…

The definition of “famous” has certainly expanded over the past few years. We’ve seen the rise of “YouTubers,” “Viners,” and now, even the “Instafamous.” The Internet forced huge change in the idea of fame, and who’s to say that this new brand of stardom is unhealthy? Well, Essena O’Neill, for one.

According to a series of rumors from the Wall Street Journal’s sources, Google plans to converge its two operating systems (OS), Android and Chrome OS, much like how Microsoft combined the tablet and desktop versions of Windows in 2012. Although Windows 8 turned out to be a flop for Microsoft, a combined Android and Chrome…

Medical and recreational use of marijuana will continue to be illegal in the state of Ohio, at least for now. Despite the estimated $25 million spent on advertisements promoting the Issue 3, a proposed amendment that would legalize the use of recreational and medical marijuana in the state of Ohio, only 35.9% of voters were…

On Wednesday, October 26, the Vikings battled the Granville Christian Academy Eagles at home in their District semifinal game. The Vikings entered the game blindly, having never faced the Eagles and earned an overwhelming 10-0 victory.

A Dispassionate Defense In life and legislation, it is not enough to simply do right and be right— things must be done for the right reasons, in the right spirit. There are many on both sides of this issue whose opposition or support hinges upon unfounded assumptions or hopes of unfettered access to a mind-altering…

American Pharoah provided a fairy tale ending to his magical season, easily cruising to a victory in the Breeder’s Cup Classic. The three-year-old colt blazed through the 1.25-mile long course on Saturday, October 31, in a record 2:00.7 minutes. The Triple Crown champion collected 5 million dollars en route,  capping off a historic year and…

After defeating Lancaster, the Vikings took on Granville, who chose to play against our girls in the next round. Despite playing a more qualified opponent, the result was more of the same, with CA easily dispatching of the Blue Aces.

On Saturday, October 31, the boys and girls cross country teams competed in the Regional Championships at Pickerington North High School.