By Ben Udstuen Over the past couple of years, and more recently gaining attention, TikTok, a popular social media platform owned by ByteDance, a Chinese company, has been the centerpiece of a geopolitical battle. The United States government has targeted TikTok over national security concerns, data privacy, and foreign influence. TikTok’s accessibility in the U.S. is going … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – Save the Coral!
By Ruby Ramaker Did you know that 25% of the ocean’s life is supported by corals? Also did you know that the corals in the oceans are dying? My goal is to tell you about what coral is, what they help with, how they help the Ecosystem, how they are dying, and what other people are doing to help. Corals are a hard stone-like or soft organism that has an external skeleton. … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – Los Angeles Inferno: Wildfires Devastate California
By Isaac Vick Los Angeles is currently grappling with a series of devastating wildfires leading to a significant loss of life and property, prompting widespread evacuations, straining emergency services, leading to drastic measures being taken, and apocalyptic scenes over one of America’s biggest cities. As of January 9, 2025, six major wildfires are raging across Los … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – Reflections: Windows, Mirrors and Reading
By Madison Lile Education’s definition is the process of teaching and learning, and the knowledge and skills that are acquired through this process. I fully believe that our education should be beyond learning just what the “standards” are. School is there to provide us students with a base for either a career or college, but it should also provide connections and discussion … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – Honesty — a Virtue or an Excuse?
By Audra Otto We’ve all been taught the difference between right and wrong, what constitutes an admirable moral, and how to act in a virtuous manner. Many times, honesty is one of the first traits that will come to your mind when thinking of qualities of a “good person.” I agree wholeheartedly - honesty is the right choice, 99% of the time. However, I have noticed a trend … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – The Breakthrough of Rhino IVF
By Sylas Flatin The northern white rhino, one of the most critically endangered subspecies on Earth, stands at the brink of extinction with only two surviving females. Recent advance-ments in reproductive technology, particularly in vitro fertilization (IVF), have provided new hope in the battle to save this species. These developments mark a crucial milestone in wildlife … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – New Kitchen Crew Comes to Lanesboro Public Schools
By Chloe Miller This year, Lanesboro Public Schools has introduced a new food service, Taher, into the kitchen to serve all K-12 students. This food service offers a meal for both breakfast and lunch every day. Each breakfast consists of two choices of a main course. One of the main course options remains the same throughout the whole month, being a choice of cereal with … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project How AI is Destroying Human Connection and Creativity and How to Stop It
By Hayden St. Mary With technology continuing to develop, Artificial Intelligence, commonly known as AI, is becoming more frequently used and updated. AI consists of computers and programs that can replicate human thinking. It is used in thousands of ways ranging from generating art to driving cars. With how major AI is becoming, the question being asked is, “Is all this … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – How Important is Art in Education?
By Alleen Erchoff-Costet During your high school experience, have you ever taken art classes? How important do you think those classes were for your future? Education in the arts is key for develop-ment of students’ minds, promoting critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving skills, self-expression, and a better understanding of the world, which is essential for … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – Remembering Those From Years Long Past
By Sarah Schneekloth Remembering history is important, but what is more important is remembering those that made that history possible. The National Park Service currently has 31 national war memorials. The newest one, completed on September 19 , 2024, is called “A Soldier’s Journey” and commemorates the soldiers and civilians who fought and helped in World War I. “A … [Read more...]