The Divided Methodist Church: The denomination set to split in two
Riley Dominianni, Feature Editor
March 12, 2020
Following years of conflict over LGBTQ clergy and same-sex marriage, the world’s third largest denomination of Christianity has finally decided to split in two. The United Methodist Church is a worldwide Protestant denomination based in the United States that has been around since the late 1960s. ...
President Trump faces impeachment because of the Articles of Impeachment
Lily Stickley, Feature Editor
December 20, 2019
House Democrats have released articles of impeachment. The two articles are specifically accusing President Trump of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. The abuse of power charge is a result of President Trump’s phone call with Ukraine, “…soliciting the government of Ukraine to publi...
President Trump Proposes Cuts to the Education Budget
Brandon Schnurr, Web Editor
April 28, 2019
With each passing year, the fiscal budget for the federal government, or the amount of money the government plans to spend in a year, is adjusted by the president of the United States in order to better balance and distribute the funds of the federal government. While the president creates the budget,...
The United States Should Follow the Lead of Hong Kong and Provide Better Public Transportation
April 26, 2019
By Kinsey Skjold You’re waiting at a bus stop. You have been waiting for the past ten minutes. It’s a brisk winter day; a sharp wind cuts through your various layers, and the frosted grass crunches beneath your shoes. The bus isn’t scheduled to arrive for another ten minutes, but all you can d...
18 Isn’t a Safe Age to Own a Gun
Lilly MacInnis, Photo Editor
March 30, 2018
At 18 years old, the teenager’s prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain which regulates impulse control, is about halfway developed. That means that until you are about 25, you are more likely to make rash decisions with limited knowledge. But you are considered an adult at eighteen and given eve...
The Wonders of America: Danish Exchange Student Experiences the Complexities of U.S. Culture
Sofie Nehlsen
February 6, 2018
If you had asked me to describe the United States in 3 words, 6 months ago, I probably would’ve said Trump, The Kardashians and obesity. Not the best first-hand impression, I know, but nevertheless, that’s what I thought. When I got here I quickly realized that it wasn’t that simple and that I...
A Finnish View of the United States
March 8, 2017
By Sarita Nieminen The United States has always been known as a land of dreams and opportunities. In Finland we have always seen the U.S as a wonderful place. However, now that I have been in the country for five months, it’s hard for me to find things that are better here than back in Finland. If...
The Leader of the Free World Grabs Lady Liberty by the…
March 7, 2017
By Chloe Lupini You keep your eyes locked on your car as you walk through the dimly lit parking lot, keys clenched tightly between your white knuckles. The fear of who might lie in the shadows quickens your pace, adrenaline beating its way through your every step. Taking quick glances over your sh...
The U.S. Needs Better Gun Control
Isaac Rubin
November 9, 2016
Staff Editorial On April 18th, 2011, Kalamazoo police officer Eric Zapata was shot by Leonard Statler. On February 20th, 2016, Jason Brian Dalton drove around Kalamazoo shooting innocent civilians killing six people and injuring two others. On September 6th, 2016, Daquarion Hunter and Marsavious Frazier d...
X-Men Apocalypse Action-Packed Film Entertains Audience Despite Negative Reviews
Maxwell Link
June 14, 2016
From the first “X-Men” to “X-Men Apocalypse” there have been six different movies in between. These Marvel movies have gone straight through the roof with views and products sold including comics and action figures. “X-Men Apocalypse” was released in theaters on May 27, 2016 which sparked...
Students Explore Veterans Experiences at Battle Creek VA
Jonnie Palone
June 14, 2016
Students excited to meet their veterans steadily walk off the bus in the area of Battle Creek known as the Veterans Affair. The Veterans Affair (VA) facility provides benefits, support and medical care of American veterans. With pens and clipboards in their hands, Loy Norrix students eagerly mo...
Loy Norrix Student Recognized as Finalist for National Merit Scholarship
Jordan Brown
May 31, 2016
Loy Norrix senior Koichi Anderson has had the high honor of being recognized as a finalist for the National Merit Scholarship. “When I went to Milwood Middle, there was a group of us that felt like the math class that we were in was just too easy. So we worked with the counselors and principal to have...
