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The Threat of Greater Idaho

The Threat of Greater Idaho

Molly Graham October 12, 2023

Link to image America's state lines have become such a constant throughout time, that maps of state outlines have become iconic imagery that is quintessentially American. Knowing America as a place...

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Koala Haven in the Making: Australian Logging Bans

Mitchell Sherman September 29, 2023

Australian officials have been working to start a ‘Koala Haven’ where koalas can live in harmony without the chance of their homes being destroyed by logging companies. Out of 750,000 acres of land,...

Sophomore Year Reflection

Ava Rapport, Editor June 16, 2023

Image via Gales Creek Journal By: Ava Rapport As a freshman, my goal was to survive. During my sophomore year, I thrived. I feel like such a different person since my high school career began,...

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More News

Leslie Garcia, Writer June 10, 2022

Baby formula shortage As of May, there has been a baby formula shortage happening all around the United States. What does that mean? This means that most stores have been out of stock of formula and...

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Current News (May Edition)

Leslie Garcia, Writer May 23, 2022

Roe V. Wade As of May, there have been many discussions about what's going on with Roe v. Wade. What’s Roe v. Wade? According to wikipedia.org, Roe v. Wade is a judicial precedent in the United States...

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2011 Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami

Litzy Gonzlaez Rosas, Writer March 14, 2022

It was a normal Friday on the northeast coast of Honshu in Japan. The day was March 11, 2011, and everything was normal and nothing would happen. One thing the people knew was that an earthquake would...

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Russia & Ukraine News

Leslie Garcia, Writer March 14, 2022

What is happening? According to Wikipedia, Russia and Ukraine are in a state of war. This all began in 2014, known as the Russo-Ukrainian war, which followed the Russian annexation of Crimea from Ukraine...

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Change Edition – Positive & Negative Changes in the World

Leslie Garcia, Writer March 2, 2022

Covid-19 Changes Since the pandemic started we have been wearing masks and, more recently, getting vaccinated. Now, 5-year-olds or older are eligible to get vaccinated. Some things have been changing...

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Black History Month

Leslie Garcia, Writer February 21, 2022

Black History Month What is Black History Month and when is it celebrated? According to History.com, Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time dedicated...

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News About the Omicron Variant

Leslie Garcia, Writer February 1, 2022

Things to Know What is the Omicron variant? The Omicron variant is a variant of the Covid-19 virus. What are its most common symptoms? According to nbcchicago.com, the symptoms that the variant is causing...

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Holiday News

Leslie Garcia, Writer November 29, 2021

Airport Cost for Traveling and Safety As the holidays approach, many people are starting to book flights. As a result, the cost of plane tickets will increase. According to CNBC, “Demand for air travel...

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Changing Weather

Leslie Garcia, Writer November 7, 2021

What's Going on in the US? It has been reported that since fall has begun, many places have been experiencing bad weather, even places that are usually nice and sunny. It has been said that  California,...

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