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Season 24 of The Bachelor kicked off on Jan. 6. This season features pilot Peter Weber. Weber previously appeared on season 15 of The Bachelorette where he placed third. Weber is back to try his hand at love again.

‘The Bachelor’: Finding love through reality TV

Morgan Hildreth, Camera Editor February 22, 2020

Thirty girls. Carefully handpicked down to three. Then eventually to one. This one lucky girl may end up married to the most eligible Bachelor in America. At least this is the idea. In the popular ABC...

The documentary Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez came out Jan. 15. The documentary is about former New England Patriot and convicted murderer Aaron Hernandez, and the crime that took place in 2016.

Aaron Hernandez, an unexpected murderer

Jack Taverna, Social Media Editor February 16, 2020

Netflix released Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez, the new documentary on former New England Patriot and convicted murderer Aaron Hernandez . This documentary provided details about the crime....

American supernatural horror film, The Turning hit theaters Jan. 24. Fans express disappointment as the movie did not capture the horror aspect that many were looking for.

‘The Turning’ receives unexpected, displeased reviews

Fiona Stahl, Online Editor February 12, 2020

The newly released supernatural horror film "The Turning", directed by Floria Sigismoni, recently hit theaters Jan. 24. Many fans have expressed their thoughts and feelings over social media. It was obvious...

Orchestra Hall uses large cubes as their unique signature auditorium look. The cubes help disperse sound during their performances, including the performances that can be seen utilizing the Hall Pass tickets.

Minnesota Orchestra offers free tickets for students

Julie Xiong, Cartoonist February 12, 2020

Music is a combination of melodies, harmonies, pure beauty and emotions. It can be easily found at Orchestra Hall. Since 1973, the venue has been most known for its exquisite acoustics. An overall warm...

Justin Biebers new single Yummy was released on Jan. 3. This is his first song to come out in three years and fans are not impressed.

Justin Bieber’s ‘Yummy’ not getting expected praise

Meg Skaret, Layout Editor February 11, 2020

Justin Bieber recently released his comeback song “Yummy"on Jan. 3. As his first solo single in three years, it does not cut it. Many fans are unimpressed by the repetition and lack of purpose for the...

Parasite has become one of the most successful foreign films in history, winning the Palme DOr, a Screen Actors guild award, and six Oscar nominations.

‘Parasite’ shocks world by winning award for best ensemble

Adam Guinee, Podcast Reporter January 13, 2020

With a nomination for three Golden Globes, four BAFTA awards,  The Cannes film award for best actor and actress and nine Oscar nominations (Including best picture), as well as becoming the second film...

One Act play team practices in the auditorium after school.

One Act play competes annually

Ava Hoelzel, Photography Editor January 10, 2020

Every year, the One Act cast competes between different schools in the district, and then at state level. The have about one month to put the production together. The cast/crew consists of no more than...

Netflixs The Crown brings history to the screen

Netflix’s ‘The Crown’ brings history to the screen

Tyrina McCombs, Distribution Reporter January 10, 2020

The Crown is a Netflix Original Series about Queen Elizabeth II who is still the queen of England today. The series does not tell just the story about the queen herself or the throne, but it also tells...

The Minnesota Orchestras brass section stands and receives applause before the first half of their Holiday Brass concert at St. Andrews Church Dec. 6. The highlights of the concert included The Days Twelve of Christmas and Messiah - Hallelujah Chorus.

Minnesota Orchestra brass section holds new concert at St. Andrew’s Church

Alex Steil, Online Editor-in-Chief January 8, 2020

The Minnesota Orchestra recently held a new holiday concert, “Holiday Brass.” The brass section of the MNO performed at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi and Westminster Presbyterian Church...

Louisa May Alcotts classic novel has had many different book covers as well as screen adaptions. The newest will be out Christmas day.

Timeless classic ‘Little Women’ receives 8th film adaption

Kathleen Pothen, Copy Editor December 23, 2019

Director Greta Gerwig's  second film "Little Women" comes out Dec. 25. The film boasts a distinguished list of actors, Timothée Chalamet, Saoirse Ronan, Meryl Streep, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlen,...

The film A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood comes out Nov. 22. The film is based on the old childrens show Mister Rogers Neighborhood, staring Fred Rogers. Tom Hanks will play the part of Mr. Rogers.

‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ creates high expectations

Jack Taverna, SNO Sports Center and Social Media Editor November 15, 2019

Tom Hanks is starring in the new film "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" as the legendary Fred Rogers. The movie opens Nov. 22. This movie is highly anticipated due to its nostalgia and the popularity...

Jojo Rabbit is playing in theaters now. Go see this amazing, comical and historical film to gain knowledge on WWII. Follow Jojos story, with his imaginary friend Hitler.

‘Jojo Rabbit’ has an amazing story to tell with little people to tell it to

Libby Shepperd, Online Editor October 23, 2019

'Jojo Rabbit' is a film that touches on the history of World War II, and what life was like during the 1940s. Jojo is a German boy with an imaginary friend, known as Adolf Hitler, who follows him throughout...

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