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Your 97th Annual Oscar Recap: A great year for Cinema
"Yeah, I'm really moved by the warm reception our film has had, and I think, and I hope that it'll open doors to independent animation...
James Martin
Mar 711 min read
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We Want You... To Volunteer For State Speech
Are you a stressed junior/senior failing COMP—needing some extra credit? Are you in need of some volunteer hours? Are you stuck in North...
Riley Johnson
Mar 71 min read
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Why Standard-Based Grading is Not Beneficial and Why We Should Get Rid of It
In my sophomore year, we switched from the normal grading scale to the standard-based grading scale. I remember walking into class and...
matthewkilbane
Mar 78 min read
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Accelerating Change: How We Can Make Gender Equality a Reality in Our Lifetime
International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration of women's achievements, a call for gender equality, and a recognition of the...
Riley Johnson
Mar 72 min read
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It's March; It's Time for Madness
Don’t worry about being cool. Worry about being the best -- Jeff Van Gundy It’s officially March and spring is around the corner. But...
Aiden Prochaska
Mar 74 min read
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North Scott Bands Unite for an Unforgettable Spring Concert!
They have worked very hard, and this will be an exciting concert! -- Symphonic Band Member This upcoming Sunday, March 9th, the North...
Madelyn Jepsen
Mar 73 min read
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Volunteering and Mental Health: How Helping Others Helps You
I volunteer because I enjoy seeing the impact I can make in a huge world, even if I volunteer for thirty minutes it still makes a huge...
Kaitlyn Knepper
Mar 77 min read
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Senior Spotlight: Keegan Panther
Keegan Panther was kind enough to allow our magazine to interview him to be our senior spotlight. High school has been super busy, but I...
Olive Khoury
Mar 71 min read
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Expectations High for Lady Lancers Tennis Team
By Olive Khoury and Maddy Jepsen After a remarkable season the previous year, the Lady Lancers showcase lots of potential for the...
Madelyn Jepsen
Feb 282 min read
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The Lance: Senior Spotlight!
From capturing game-winning shots to designing the perfect layout, our Seniors have been a driving force behind our school newspaper, The...
Carli Jarrett
Feb 283 min read
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PLD Space: A Spanish Company Revolutionizing Space–How You Can Join
Spain is making waves in the space industry, and PLD Space is leading the charge. PLD Space is a private aerospace company focusing on...
Olivia Donahue
Feb 284 min read
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The Rewatch Podcast Dilemma: Childhood Secrets
Imagine this: The front door is pushed open and you rush in tugging your shoes off at the door. After a long day at school, you rush up...
Brieanna Brown
Feb 284 min read
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Save Lives--One Drop at a time!
Join us on Tuesday, March 4th, as we come together to make a difference. Every donation can save up to three lives — and your small act...
Carli Jarrett
Feb 281 min read
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Severance: The Greatest Show You've Never Seen
It's too bad nobody told you guys that everything here is bulls*** --Helly R. (Severance) Welcome Macrodat refiners! You just underwent...
Tyree Brower
Feb 282 min read
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Top Study Spots In The Quad Cities
It's the second semester, meaning lots of ACT/SAT studying, AP preparation, and second semester finals, all while balancing various...
Riley Johnson
Feb 283 min read
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Sipping Through the Quad Cities: My Top 3 Boba Recommendations
As someone frequently getting boba, here are my top 3 recommendations for people looking to try it for the first time or looking for...

Khyaija Caldwell-B
Feb 282 min read
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Emilia Perez: 13 Oscar Nominations is Embarrassing
As a fluent Spanish speaker who regularly watches Spanish-language content without subtitles, I can attest that Gomez’s Spanish was...
James Martin
Feb 216 min read
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Staying Involved After High School: Activities at College
Many seniors think they can’t continue doing their favorite activities after high school — but why shouldn’t they? For many of our...
Collin Meinert
Feb 213 min read
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"The Time Is Now"- National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Each year, during the last week of February, National Eating Disorder Awareness Week serves as a powerful reminder of the millions of...
matthewkilbane
Feb 215 min read
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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 218 min read
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How to Become a Book Lover: Advice from Avid Readers
By: Lauren Pawloski and Kaitlyn Knepper I do believe something very magical can happen when you read a good book. -- J.K. Rowling Are you...
Kaitlyn Knepper
Feb 217 min read
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The Unrealistic Expectation of Dorm Rooms Set by TikTok
You can still make your dorm room cozy on a budget –  Anna Harris Trending on TikTok The past couple years, as fall rolls around, teen...
Olive Khoury
Feb 212 min read
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From the Devil's House to the Couch: The Strange Allure and Evolution of Horror
Most people spend their lives trying to avoid violence, fear, and pain. Yet we sit through movies that depict gruesome murders,...

Khyaija Caldwell-B
Feb 214 min read
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Conor McGregor: The Fight Against Himself
Excellence is not a skill, excellence is an attitude. -- Conor McGregor Derek Jeter once said “Your image isn't your character....
Aiden Prochaska
Feb 218 min read
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