Emily Stisser Entertainment Columnist There are two types of people. Either the Apple Podcast app lies untouched on your phone, … Continue reading Stisser’s Scoop: Podcasts offer business insights, laughs
Jaden Fields Junior Editor Men’s Varsity soccer had an exceptional year under the guide of new head coach Tim Velton. … Continue reading Fields from the Frontlines: New coach continues soccer success
Varsity football enters a sudden winning streak after a season of hardships.
Following a game a few weeks ago, Varsity football has seemingly lifted whatever “curse” had been on the team for the past seasons. The sudden success from the team may be credited to one crucial factor: unity. Continue reading Fields from the Frontline: Football continues 4-game winning streak
Chances are you had an account on Vine. Perhaps you even have an active account on Tik Tok. Whether you simply view videos or are viral, there is a clear difference between the two applications, but which app is better? Continue reading Stisser’s Scoop: Vine walked so Tik Tok could run
Now, the moment you’ve all been waiting for: the first article in which I get to speak in first person. Contrary to popular belief, I know how to use the words “I” and “you.”
I certainly hope this isn’t a boring read after four or five other senior columns- writing this type of article isn’t exactly my cup of ECHO tea- but then again, you paid for this with your hard-earned money dollars. You knew what you were getting into, so you’re stuck with me until you turn the page to read something else. Do as you please, we got your cash. (Don’t actually do that.) Continue reading Cartoonist loses job
I have always loved writing, but I laughed when my mom suggested taking journalism class as I entered high school. I probably said something along the lines of, “The newspaper is boring, Mom.” Continue reading Entertainment columnist will impact wind turbine industry not today but someday
I’ll try to make it short and sweet, sparing you the painful cliches, but how do I sum up the … Continue reading Print editor loses expression
YouTube’s shaky attempt to stop predatory comments on videos of and created by children has proven to be ineffective and has only escalated the situation. Continue reading YouTube inadequately deals with sexual exploitation of children
Abortion. What once was simply a medical procedure has morphed into the hottest political topic of the last 50 years.This dividing issue has trickled down from the rural areas of our state and infiltrated Jefferson City in the form of five bills. Continue reading Ellie’s Expression: New bills regarding abortion wrong for Missouri
“Freshly Broke Productions,” a theater company founded by seniors Ethan Ryan, Sammy Toskin, and Christian Ragain, will produce the spring mainstage play, “It’s a Mystery.”
“It’s a Mystery” is written by Ryan and directed by Toskin, and it’s the company’s biggest project yet. Continue reading Josie’s Journal: Student-run theater company to produce spring play
“Undertale” seemed like the magnum opus of developer Toby Fox, but “Deltarune: Chapter 1” proves he has another ace up his sleeve, even if it’s far from completion. Continue reading Electric Retrospective- Review: ‘Deltarune: Chapter 1’ charms in spades
With Valentine’s Day in our recent past, love is in the air. It’s hard to escape the sappy ballads, cheesy rom-coms, and couple pictures on Instagram during February.With all the good, it is easy to overlook the ugly truth of relationships: according to VAWnet.org, “One in three teens will experience physical or sexual violence in their relationships.” Continue reading Ellie’s Expression: Teen dating violence epidemic needs to end
Men’s basketball is on it’s way to winning it’s third consecutive State championship. Who might stop the Statesmen? Continue reading Frazier from the Field: Men’s Basketball approaches 3rd consecutive State title
Although the Wii Shop Channel’s closure may not affect those who’ve moved on to next-generation consoles, its shutdown comes with … Continue reading Electric Retrospective- Games’ history must be saved
Kevin Hart is one of the few famous figures that willingly and directly addresses their wrongdoings instead of fading into the shadows until the issue is forgotten. Hopefully, Hart will have a second chance to host the Oscars in the future. Continue reading Josie’s Journal: Kevin Hart should host Oscars
Let’s get one thing straight: the term “toxic masculinity” doesn’t imply that men are evil, far from that. It simply … Continue reading Ellie’s Expression: Toxic masculinity affects men’s mental health
Since 1967’s “Kinoautomat,” a movie based on audience choices, filmmakers have attempted to make interactive films mainstream, yet little has come of this. “Black Mirror: Bandersnatch” shows that basic mistakes are holding back this advancement. Continue reading Electric Retrospective- Review: “Black Mirror: Bandersnatch” reflects poorly upon interactive media
For most people, the winter months are filled with joy. For people with seasonal affective disorder, it’s a different story. Continue reading Ellie’s Expression: Seasonal affective disorder should be taken seriously