by Justin Roberts
Neill Blomkamp’s “District 9” has quickly risen in popularity at the box-office since its release on August 14th, but considering its vague commercials, what is it about exactly?
20 years ago, an alien ship …

by Kayla Hamilton
Whether you are into a little romance, comedy, or even a little sci-fi, The Time Traveler’s Wife (based on the best-selling novel by Audrey Niffenegger) can provide snatches of all three in this …

by Elisa Stegman
The cheerleaders are having a spaghetti dinner on Friday, September 11th from 5:00-7:30 in the commons. The tickets cost $8.00 and include a drink, spaghetti meal, dessert, door prizes, and your chance …

by Alyssa Cole

HOT-
NOT-

•    Reading a book & expanding your mind.
•    Wearing lanyards even though it sucks
•    Dressing up & going to the football game
•    Being inspired by others
•    Getting together to form a carpool
• Web Browsing …

by Jameson Shank
Universal healthcare has become synonymous with President Obama’s push for healthcare reform, but now there is evidence suggesting a change of focus could be coming.
On August 15th, Obama spoke at a town hall …

by Elisa Stegman
• Don’t stand in the middle of the hall to talk.
• Dress Appropriately—keep it covered.
• PDA is not okay; no snogging in the hallways.
• Wear your lanyards.
• Get to class—yes, you will get swept if you are late.
• Do …

by Aislinn Martin
Some of you may know how hard it is to be the new kid at a school. You don’t know anyone, your schedule is confusing, and you generally have no idea what …

Reporter Tim Havenhill interviewed new counselor Anastasia Nikolopolous.
Havenhill: Where were you born?
Nikolopolous: Moline, Illinois.
H: Where did you go to school?
N: Davenport West High School, University of Iowa-BA, Western Illinois University-M.S. Ed.
H: How long have you …

by Aaron Viner
August 18, 2009 quarterback Brett Favre signed a contract with the Minnesota Vikings.  This move caused an uproar in the football world, but left many bridges burned.
The second news reached the media, mixed …