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Are Transgender People The Villains They're Often Made Out To Be?
The views represented in this article do not necessarily reflect the views of The Lance . We welcome opinion pieces from all students. In...
Olivia Donahue
Feb 21, 20258 min read


Underrated Actors
It's not a secret that 2024 wasn’t the greatest year for movies beyond horror movies made to get younger teens into the genre–but 2025...
Brieanna Brown
Feb 14, 20253 min read


Stifling Creativity: How the Music Industry Snubs New Artists in “Outdated” Genres of Music
This year’s Grammy Awards were, in typical fashion, a lavish display of the best mainstream music from the past year. Some of these...
Collin Meinert
Feb 14, 20253 min read


Marionette Miller-Meeks: The Facts
Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks won 2024 elections by roughly 600 votes and is now representing Iowa's 1st Congressional District....
Olivia Donahue
Feb 14, 20254 min read


How to Find the Right Roommate
For many seniors, college is sneaking up fast, and finding a roommate can seem overwhelming and scary. You are moving out of the house...
Olive Khoury
Feb 14, 20253 min read


The 2025 Movie Lineup: Top Releases You Won't Want to Miss
Mark your calendars, because 2025 is set to be a big year for moviegoers. — Harper's Bazaar Trailer Mickey 17 Release Date: March 7th,...

Khyaija Caldwell
Feb 14, 20253 min read


Eight Romance Book Recommendations For Valentine's Day
No date? No problem! All you need for the perfect Valentine’s Day is a great book for a guaranteed happily ever after. This list features...
Kaitlyn Knepper
Feb 7, 20255 min read


Spring Activities that Are Actually Worth Your Time
Warmer weather and spring are approaching closer than you think. For those of you who are looking for new things to try locally, stay...
Olive Khoury
Feb 7, 20252 min read


A Recap of The 2025 Grammys
After a huge year of new releases and rising artists, music lovers welcomed “music’s biggest night” this Sunday for the 67th-annual Grammy Awards. -- Kayla Katona Known to music fans worldwide as “music’s biggest night,” the 2025 Grammys was one for the books. The 67th Grammy Awards helped to celebrate and recognize artists after a year filled with new music and new artists rising to the top. Trevor Noah returned to host the awards show for a night of performances, speeches,

Lance Team
Feb 7, 20255 min read


The Point Of View of A Dallas Mavericks Fan After Luka Trade
By Aiden Prochaska and Tyree Brower If I had to choose between my wife and keeping Luka on the Mavs, catch me at my lawyer's office...
Aiden Prochaska
Feb 6, 20254 min read


Valentine’s Day Girlfriend Gift Guide: 2025
By Kate Blodig and Olive Khoury With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, sometimes guys need a push in the right direction when it comes to gifts. If you are looking for some universal ideas besides just plain old candy, we are here to help. Sure, birthdays and holidays like Christmas give you time to pause and shower your loved ones with stuff they need or want, but the tone of V-Day presents speak more to your love for your special someone -- Malia Griggs and Brigitt E

Lance Team
Jan 31, 20253 min read


Pending TikTok Ban
I started laughing. It's all a political stunt by an orange man. -- Anonymous Where were you when TikTok went dark for millions of...
Brieanna Brown
Jan 31, 20253 min read


Block Blast: A Healthy Addiction?
It’s no secret that the average teenager spends a lot of time on their phone. Between scrolling on social media or listening to music...
Collin Meinert
Jan 31, 20253 min read


Rocketry Clubs: We Need Them At North Scott
Liftoff of Blue Origin's NG-1 Mission There is nothing really for you here, huh? — Kent Greenwood Imagine the thrill of designing,...
Olivia Donahue
Jan 31, 20253 min read


How to Survive the Second Semester
The second semester is famously difficult to get through—the finish line is on the horizon, but it’s still so far away. These last five...
Riley Johnson
Jan 31, 20253 min read


The Point of High School (and Life)
High school can often feel like busy work or this odd state of limbo where you wait until your life truly begins. It's easy for it to...
Robert Palmer
May 24, 20242 min read


10 Things I Wish I Knew Before My Senior Year
1. Take Your Hard Classes First Semester Obviously, counselors make our schedules, however, I'm sure you could ask to move a few things...
Isabella Van Roekel
May 24, 20244 min read


One Apone Jahrzeit
One apone jahrzeit, Shark goldfish was slaying children in Russian prison Black Donkey. Peace peanut frolicked carrot quickly Obama...
Duncan DeMarr
May 24, 20241 min read


Dos and Don'ts of High School
Coming into a new school as a freshman, where you will spend the next four years, can be intimidating. However, high school could be the...
Gracie Henningsen
May 17, 20244 min read


Where Can You Go This Summer?
When the sun rises earlier and sets later, students start getting restless waiting for summer break. As we sit in class, the sun is...
Patricia Curran
May 17, 20244 min read
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