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BY JAMES PLORDE
BY JAMES PLORDE
BY JAMES PLORDE
Whether it be cricket in India, football in America or soccer in basically the rest of the world, one of the most common interests of men across the world is sports. But, when hanging out with men, you might hear a “throw on the Hawks game, I have Dejounte Murray over on points” or a “can we watch the Mariners game, I have money on a NRFI” (no run first inning).
Whether it be cricket in India, football in America or soccer in basically the rest of the world, one of the most common interests of men across the world is sports. But, when hanging out with men, you might hear a “throw on the Hawks game, I have Dejounte Murray over on points” or a “can we watch the Mariners game, I have money on a NRFI” (no run first inning).
Whether it be cricket in India, football in America or soccer in basically the rest of the world, one of the most common interests of men across the world is sports. But, when hanging out with men, you might hear a “throw on the Hawks game, I have Dejounte Murray over on points” or a “can we watch the Mariners game, I have money on a NRFI” (no run first inning).
It is no secret that people love to gamble, but recently, this addiction has spread to teenagers as well. With gambling going mobile and becoming more accessible, apps like PrizePicks, Underdog and Fliff are becoming more pervasive among young people in America today. This development is actually illegal in all states, as sportsbooks are illegal for people under 18 in some states and completely illegal in other states. South Dakota’s legal age for sports betting is 21 and older. Despite this, many men in our school have found ways around the restrictions.
It is no secret that people love to gamble, but recently, this addiction has spread to teenagers as well. With gambling going mobile and becoming more accessible, apps like PrizePicks, Underdog and Fliff are becoming more pervasive among young people in America today. This development is actually illegal in all states, as sportsbooks are illegal for people under 18 in some states and completely illegal in other states. South Dakota’s legal age for sports betting is 21 and older. Despite this, many men in our school have found ways around the restrictions.
It is no secret that people love to gamble, but recently, this addiction has spread to teenagers as well. With gambling going mobile and becoming more accessible, apps like PrizePicks, Underdog and Fliff are becoming more pervasive among young people in America today. This development is actually illegal in all states, as sportsbooks are illegal for people under 18 in some states and completely illegal in other states. South Dakota’s legal age for sports betting is 21 and older. Despite this, many men in our school have found ways around the restrictions.
“I started [betting] on Feb. 14. The loneliness of Valentine’s Day got to me,” said one anonymous LHS student. “Lately, I’ve been betting once a day, but, when I was betting three times a day, I made more profit.”
“I started [betting] on Feb. 14. The loneliness of Valentine’s Day got to me,” said one anonymous LHS student. “Lately, I’ve been betting once a day, but, when I was betting three times a day, I made more profit.”
“I started [betting] on Feb. 14. The loneliness of Valentine’s Day got to me,” said one anonymous LHS student. “Lately, I’ve been betting once a day, but, when I was betting three times a day, I made more profit.”
Some betting apps, like Fliff, give a player $1 every day to bet with.
Some betting apps, like Fliff, give a player $1 every day to bet with.
Some betting apps, like Fliff, give a player $1 every day to bet with.
“I think I’ve lost money overall, but it’s not real money cause it’s Fliff, so who cares,” said the same LHS student.
“I think I’ve lost money overall, but it’s not real money cause it’s Fliff, so who cares,” said the same LHS student.
“I think I’ve lost money overall, but it’s not real money cause it’s Fliff, so who cares,” said the same LHS student.
Most online or mobile betting apps let bettors place money on parlays that they create, which are a series of individual bets, known as legs, that can exponentially increase the money you put in. For example, on PrizePicks, a two leg parlay would triple a bettor’s money, a three leg parlay would five times a bettor’s money, a four leg parlay ten times, all the way up to a six leg parlay which would be 25 times a bettor’s money.
Most online or mobile betting apps let bettors place money on parlays that they create, which are a series of individual bets, known as legs, that can exponentially increase the money you put in. For example, on PrizePicks, a two leg parlay would triple a bettor’s money, a three leg parlay would five times a bettor’s money, a four leg parlay ten times, all the way up to a six leg parlay which would be 25 times a bettor’s money.
Most online or mobile betting apps let bettors place money on parlays that they create, which are a series of individual bets, known as legs, that can exponentially increase the money you put in. For example, on PrizePicks, a two leg parlay would triple a bettor’s money, a three leg parlay would five times a bettor’s money, a four leg parlay ten times, all the way up to a six leg parlay which would be 25 times a bettor’s money.
With real money on the line, tensions are bound to flare. A current trend on TikTok is creating a “ban list,” or a list of players or teams the bettor will not bet on again because they messed up their parlay. Creators on TikTok will update their ban list multiple times a week, often with tears in their eyes as they recite how different players took away their money.
With real money on the line, tensions are bound to flare. A current trend on TikTok is creating a “ban list,” or a list of players or teams the bettor will not bet on again because they messed up their parlay. Creators on TikTok will update their ban list multiple times a week, often with tears in their eyes as they recite how different players took away their money.
With real money on the line, tensions are bound to flare. A current trend on TikTok is creating a “ban list,” or a list of players or teams the bettor will not bet on again because they messed up their parlay. Creators on TikTok will update their ban list multiple times a week, often with tears in their eyes as they recite how different players took away their money.
An anonymous LHS student shared their ban list.
An anonymous LHS student shared their ban list.
An anonymous LHS student shared their ban list.
“Evan Mobley is banned for life. ‘Always Doubtful’ Anthony Davis is banned for life. Klay Thompson is banned for life. Draymond Green [is also banned for life]. [Damian Lillard]
“Evan Mobley is banned for life. ‘Always Doubtful’ Anthony Davis is banned for life. Klay Thompson is banned for life. Draymond Green [is also banned for life]. [Damian Lillard]
is banned until he finds a new team, he is too inconsistent now. Oh, and that bum Trae Young. Never taking your over again. You [can’t hit for the life of you]. I hate you. Khris Middleton’s ugly self. [Middleton] turns into prime [Michael Jordan] the second I bet on your under, and [becomes] post-prime Jeremy Lin the second I [choose] over, you keep selling. That’s it. I hate [Middleton].”
is banned until he finds a new team, he is too inconsistent now. Oh, and that bum Trae Young. Never taking your over again. You [can’t hit for the life of you]. I hate you. Khris Middleton’s ugly self. [Middleton] turns into prime [Michael Jordan] the second I bet on your under, and [becomes] post-prime Jeremy Lin the second I [choose] over, you keep selling. That’s it. I hate [Middleton].”
is banned until he finds a new team, he is too inconsistent now. Oh, and that bum Trae Young. Never taking your over again. You [can’t hit for the life of you]. I hate you. Khris Middleton’s ugly self. [Middleton] turns into prime [Michael Jordan] the second I bet on your under, and [becomes] post-prime Jeremy Lin the second I [choose] over, you keep selling. That’s it. I hate [Middleton].”
For men, it seems, sports betting is all about highs and lows.
For men, it seems, sports betting is all about highs and lows.
For men, it seems, sports betting is all about highs and lows.
“My worst parlay loss was when I bet $50 that Russell Westbrook would get a triple double in the playoffs, and he was on pace but fell two assists short, missing out on a profit of $5,000,” said a different LHS student.
“My worst parlay loss was when I bet $50 that Russell Westbrook would get a triple double in the playoffs, and he was on pace but fell two assists short, missing out on a profit of $5,000,” said a different LHS student.
“My worst parlay loss was when I bet $50 that Russell Westbrook would get a triple double in the playoffs, and he was on pace but fell two assists short, missing out on a profit of $5,000,” said a different LHS student.
On the other hand, the success of hitting on a parlay can be just as memorable.
On the other hand, the success of hitting on a parlay can be just as memorable.
On the other hand, the success of hitting on a parlay can be just as memorable.
“On the first week I started betting, I made my first six-leg parlay, and it came down to the last leg, which was an under on the Cincinnati Bengals punter. I hit for $750,” said an LHS student.
“On the first week I started betting, I made my first six-leg parlay, and it came down to the last leg, which was an under on the Cincinnati Bengals punter. I hit for $750,” said an LHS student.
“On the first week I started betting, I made my first six-leg parlay, and it came down to the last leg, which was an under on the Cincinnati Bengals punter. I hit for $750,” said an LHS student.
Most students that bet seem very much “into it,” as they bet almost daily.
Most students that bet seem very much “into it,” as they bet almost daily.
Most students that bet seem very much “into it,” as they bet almost daily.
“On a good week, I’ll bet every day with one or two bets… [The advice that] 99% of bettors quit before they win big keeps me going,” said an LHS student.
“On a good week, I’ll bet every day with one or two bets… [The advice that] 99% of bettors quit before they win big keeps me going,” said an LHS student.
“On a good week, I’ll bet every day with one or two bets… [The advice that] 99% of bettors quit before they win big keeps me going,” said an LHS student.
Other students are more addicted than that.
Other students are more addicted than that.
Other students are more addicted than that.
“I bet five times a day,” said an additional LHS student.
“I bet five times a day,” said an additional LHS student.
“I bet five times a day,” said an additional LHS student.
Most of these “gamblers” judge their success on their overall profit or loss.
Most of these “gamblers” judge their success on their overall profit or loss.
Most of these “gamblers” judge their success on their overall profit or loss.
“I’ve won about $400 and lost $300, so a profit of about $100,” said one LHS student. Another preferred not to disclose his financial situation.
“I’ve won about $400 and lost $300, so a profit of about $100,” said one LHS student. Another preferred not to disclose his financial situation.
“I’ve won about $400 and lost $300, so a profit of about $100,” said one LHS student. Another preferred not to disclose his financial situation.
“I am up money overall,” said another LHS student.
“I am up money overall,” said another LHS student.
“I am up money overall,” said another LHS student.
“I have made $2,200,” said one very lucky LHS student.
“I have made $2,200,” said one very lucky LHS student.
“I have made $2,200,” said one very lucky LHS student.
In spite of the fact that there is a lot of money to be made, students should bet responsibly, as there is also a lot of money to be lost. Betting can also strain personal relationships.
In spite of the fact that there is a lot of money to be made, students should bet responsibly, as there is also a lot of money to be lost. Betting can also strain personal relationships.
In spite of the fact that there is a lot of money be made, students should bet responsibly, as there is also a lot of money be lost. Betting can also strain personal relationships.
“[What is your perspective on sports betting?]” said an LHS student bettor.
“[What is your perspective on sports betting?]” said an LHS student bettor.
“[What is your perspective on sports betting?]” said an LHS student bettor.
“No,” said his girlfriend.
“No,” said his girlfriend.
“No,” said his girlfriend.
“Why won’t you answer?” said the boyfriend.
“Why won’t you answer?” said the boyfriend.
“Why won’t you answer?” said the boyfriend.
“‘Cuz,” said his girlfriend.
“‘Cuz,” said his girlfriend.
“‘Cuz,” said his girlfriend.
Gambling addiction can lead to betting on strange events. On PrizePicks, there is a category for betting on video games, like League of Legends and CS:GO. Men also bet on more obscure sports.
Gambling addiction can lead to betting on strange events. On PrizePicks, there is a category for betting on video games, like League of Legends and CS:GO. Men also bet on more obscure sports.
Gambling addiction can lead to betting on strange events. On PrizePicks, there is a category for betting on video games, like League of Legends and CS:GO. Men also bet on more obscure sports.
“My favorite thing to bet on is the IPL, which is Indian cricket. Betting can get you into new sports,” said an LHS student.
“My favorite thing to bet on is the IPL, which is Indian cricket. Betting can get you into new sports,” said an LHS student.
“My favorite thing to bet on is the IPL, which is Indian cricket. Betting can get you into new sports,” said an LHS student.
Betting is becoming more pervasive.
Betting is becoming more pervasive.
Betting is becoming more pervasive. According to a study by TIME Magazine, nearly 60% of men between the ages of 18 and 22 have bet on sports, 4% bet on a daily basis and 6% of men reported losing $500 or more in a single day.
“Evan Mobley is banned for life. ‘Always Doubtful’ Anthony Davis is banned for life. Klay Thompson is banned for life. Draymond Green [is also banned for life]. [Damian Lillard]
“My favorite memory is cashing a six-leg parlay to pay $300. I thought I was going to lose, as Nick Bosa needed two sacks on the last drive of the game, but he ultimately got both,” said another LHS student.
“My favorite memory is cashing a six-leg parlay to pay $300. I thought I was going to lose, as Nick Bosa needed two sacks on the last drive of the game, but he ultimately got both,” said another LHS student.
“My favorite memory is cashing a six-leg parlay to pay $300. I thought I was going to lose, as Nick Bosa needed two sacks on the last drive of the game, but he ultimately got both,” said another LHS student.
In another study done in New Jersey by CBS, calls to the state’s gambling helpline tripled in the five years since legalizing online sports betting. The demographic that called in the most to this helpline was men from ages 25 to 34.
According to a study by TIME Magazine, nearly 60% of men between the ages of 18 and 22 have bet on sports, 4% bet on a daily basis and 6% of men reported losing $500 or more in a single day. In another study done in New Jersey by CBS, calls to the state’s gambling helpline tripled in the five years since legalizing online sports betting. The demographic that called in the most to this helpline was men from ages 25 to 34.
According to a study by TIME Magazine, nearly 60% of men between the ages of 18 and 22 have bet on sports, 4% bet on a daily basis and 6% of men reported losing $500 or more in a single day. In another study done in New Jersey by CBS, calls to the state’s gambling helpline tripled in the five years since legalizing online sports betting. The demographic that called in the most to this helpline was men from ages 25 to 34.
Although sports betting can be exhilarating, it is important to know limits and bet wisely. It is also important to know that gambling can create real addictions.
Although sports betting can be exhilarating, it is important to know limits and bet wisely. It is also important to know that gambling can create real addictions.
Although sports betting can be exhilarating, it is important to know limits and bet wisely. It is also important to know that gambling can create real addictions.
BY LILY GRUBER
BY LILY GRUBER
BY LILY GRUBER
BY LILY GRUBER
What if you could save an animal’s life? That may sound like those cheesy, sad dog
What if you could save an animal’s life? That may sound like those cheesy, sad dog commercials’ opening line, but it is not as ridiculous as you think. Thousands of animals are put into shelters or humane societies each year. The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society helps to care for animals and make sure they get all the attention they deserve (and more). With the support of volunteers, donations and a long list of potential adopters, the nonprofit located just outside of Sioux Falls is a hot spot for animal rescue.
The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society does approximately 8,000 intakes each year. Their rate of income and adoption is about 50% each month. They work very closely with Animal Control, ensuring all animals are safe for the time being. Many of these animals are from families who are unable to continue supporting them and others are strays found on the streets or taken from their homes. When it is after hours, one can bring an animal to the overnight intake area, which has all the necessary items for the rest of the animals’ night. All one needs to do is fill out the form and set the animal up in one of the safe kennels. Then, at 4 a.m., when the first of the staff comes in for the day, the animals are found and put in a more suitable temporary shelter. At max capacity, The Humane Society can hold 600 animals. Especially in the summer, this number gets pushed. Currently, numbers are very low.
Adopting an animal is important for several reasons. Without time at the shelter, an animal would likely be dead. Breeders can be costly, as well as dangerous and the overproduction of pets is at an all-time high. Supporting the shelter supports the community. Not everyone needs to adopt and it is okay to purchase new puppies or kitties. If one chooses to purchase new animals, they should put research into where the animals are from and try not to support unethical businesses. However, if one has the resources, availability and ability to care for an animal needing rescue, why shouldn’t they? How could one say no to a face like Roo’s?
If you are looking to adopt, the process is very simple. Simply fill out a one-page application with basic information to help match you with the best-fit pet. Required alongside the application is photo identification and proof of home address. Typical costs for adoptable pets are; $120 for adult dogs, adult cats are by choice, kittens are $85 and puppies are between $300-$400 depending on breed. “Our adoption prices are fairly low compared to what goes into the animals,” said a secretary. Due to the simplicity of the process, you can leave with a pet in 30 minutes.
First is the cat room. A cat’s average stay is about 11 to 12 days. The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society also partners with the Cattitude Cafe. All of the cats living at the Cattitude Cafe are from the shelter and utilize the same process of adoption. However, the Cattitude Cafe is more lenient on how many days one can wait to get the animal after adoption. At the Humane Society, it is within the day.
First is the cat room. A cat’s average stay is about 11 to 12 days. The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society also partners with the Cattitude Cafe. All of the cats living at the Cattitude Cafe are from the shelter and utilize the same process of adoption. However, the Cattitude Cafe is more lenient on how many days one can wait to get the animal after adoption. At the Humane Society, it is within the day.
First is the cat room. A cat’s average stay is about 11 to 12 days. The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society also partners with the Cattitude Cafe. All of the cats living at the Cattitude Cafe are from the shelter and utilize the same process of adoption. However, the Cattitude Cafe is more lenient on how many days one can wait to get the animal after adoption. At the Humane Society, it is within the day.
First is the cat room. A cat’s average stay is about 11 to 12 days. The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society also partners with the Cattitude Cafe. All of the cats living at the Cattitude Cafe are from the shelter and utilize the same process of adoption. However, the Cattitude Cafe is more lenient on how many days one can wait to get the animal after adoption. At the Humane Society, it is within the day.
Next is the small animal room, which includes anything that is not a dog or cat. Primarily this room is home to guinea pigs and rabbits. “A lot of people think that guinea pigs and rabbits are starter pets, they absolutely are not,” said Taylor Kain, one of the front office staff at the Humane Society. These animals need a friend, a spacious living area and a maximum of 20 hours a day to be awake. Small animals also live at the Eastside Pet Smart, so people can see them in a pet store and then choose to adopt them.
Next is the small animal room, which includes anything that is not a dog or cat. Primarily this room is home to guinea pigs and rabbits. “A lot of people think that guinea pigs and rabbits are starter pets, they absolutely are not,” said Taylor Kain, one of the front office staff at the Humane Society. These animals need a friend, a spacious living area and a maximum of 20 hours a day to be awake. Small animals also live at the Eastside Pet Smart, so people can see them in a pet store and then choose to adopt them.
Next is the small animal room, which includes anything that is not a dog or cat. Primarily this room is home to guinea pigs and rabbits. “A lot of people think that guinea pigs and rabbits are starter pets, they absolutely are not,” said Taylor Kain, one of the front office staff at the Humane Society. These animals need a friend, a spacious living area and a maximum of 20 hours a day to be awake. Small animals also live at the Eastside Pet Smart, so people can see them in a pet store and then choose to adopt them.
Next is the small animal room, which includes anything that is not a dog or cat. Primarily this room is home to guinea pigs and rabbits. “A lot of people think that guinea pigs and rabbits are starter pets, they absolutely are not,” said Taylor Kain, one of the front office staff at the Humane Society. These animals need a friend, a spacious living area and a maximum of 20 hours a day to be awake. Small animals also live at the Eastside Pet Smart, so people can see them in a pet store and then choose to
Beyond small animals, there are multiple dog rooms. Dog rooms are loud and full. Volunteers come in anytime between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. to walk them or to simply interact. Most of the dogs are a year or older, as puppy litters go in and out almost immediately. A dog’s average turnaround at the shelter is 11 to 12 days.
Beyond small animals, there are multiple dog rooms. Dog rooms are loud and full. Volunteers come in anytime between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. to walk them or to simply interact. Most of the dogs are a year or older, as puppy litters go in and out almost immediately. A dog’s average turnaround at the shelter is 11 to 12 days.
Beyond small animals, there are multiple dog rooms. Dog rooms are loud and full. Volunteers come in anytime between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. to walk them or to simply interact. Most of the dogs are a year or older, as puppy litters go in and out almost immediately. A dog’s average turnaround at the shelter is 11 to 12 days.
Beyond small animals, there are multiple dog rooms. Dog rooms are loud and full. Volunteers come in anytime between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. to walk them or to simply interact. Most of the dogs are a year or older, as puppy litters go in and out almost immediately. A dog’s average turnaround at the shelter is 11
The veterinary staff is an important part of the inner workings of the shelter. A majority of their work is neutering and spaying. Due to a lot of the animals being strays, illnesses or injuries have to be treated. One of the most widespread issues they face is kennel cough or upper respiratory infection, which is highly contagious and common among dogs and cats respectively. The vets bring them through treatment and maintain medications with their care. “I think the most positive part is just literally transforming that animal’s life and getting them from a place where they weren’t doing good to getting them healthy and to a good home,” said Rayleigh Johnson, who is on the veterinary staff. However, limited treatment can be tricky. Vets often cannot diagnose severe issues and have to send them out to other services.
The veterinary staff is an important part of the inner workings of the shelter. A majority of their work is neutering and spaying. Due to a lot of the animals being strays, illnesses or injuries have to be treated. One of the most widespread issues they face is kennel cough or upper respiratory infection, which is highly contagious and common among dogs and cats respectively. The vets bring them through treatment and maintain medications with their care. “I think the most positive part is just literally transforming that animal’s life and getting them from a place where they weren’t doing good to getting them healthy and to a good home,” said Rayleigh Johnson, who is on the veterinary staff. However, limited treatment can be tricky. Vets often cannot diagnose severe issues and have to send them out to other services.
The veterinary staff is an important part of the inner workings of the shelter. A majority of their work is neutering and spaying. Due to a lot of the animals being strays, illnesses or injuries have to be treated. One of the most widespread issues they face is kennel cough or upper respiratory infection, which is highly contagious and common among dogs and cats respectively. The vets bring them through treatment and maintain medications with their care. “I think the most positive part is just literally transforming that animal’s life and getting them from a place where they weren’t doing good to getting them healthy and to a good home,” said Rayleigh Johnson, who is on the veterinary staff. However, limited treatment can be tricky. Vets often cannot diagnose severe issues and have to send them out to other services.
The veterinary staff is an important part of the inner workings of the shelter. A majority of their work is neutering and spaying. Due to a lot of the animals being strays, illnesses or injuries have to be treated. One of the most widespread issues they face is kennel cough or upper respiratory infection, which is highly contagious and common among dogs and cats respectively. The vets bring them through treatment and maintain medications with their care. “I think the most positive part is just literally transforming that animal’s life and getting them from a place where they weren’t doing good to getting them healthy and to a good home,” said Rayleigh Johnson, who is on the veterinary staff. However, limited treatment can be tricky. Vets often cannot diagnose severe issues and have to send them out to
Humane officers do everything from checking the well-being of animals, catching strays, setting live traps and setting ordinances for counties. Their dispatch is from law enforcement of their respective county and some surrounding areas. Even though the hours of the career may not be ideal, the reward of the joy of reconciliation is worth it. If one does come across a stray, call law enforcement or the humane society during open hours. The officer will then collect the animal. “Keep in mind that animals are unpredictable. Everybody will open their door for an animal or [let the animal] jump in your car, but that can be dangerous if you’re not familiar with the animal. Be cautious of being bit,” said Elliott Mcconnel, a humane officer on staff.
Humane officers do everything from checking the well-being of animals, catching strays, setting live traps and setting ordinances for counties. Their dispatch is from law enforcement of their respective county and some surrounding areas. Even though the hours of the career may not be ideal, the reward of the joy of reconciliation is worth it. If one does come across a stray, call law enforcement or the humane society during open hours. The officer will then collect the animal. “Keep in mind that animals are unpredictable. Everybody will open their door for an animal or [let the animal] jump in your car, but that can be dangerous if you’re not familiar with the animal. Be cautious of being bit,” said Elliott
Humane officers do everything from checking the well-being of animals, catching strays, setting live traps and setting ordinances for counties. Their dispatch is from law enforcement of their respective county and some surrounding areas. Even though the hours of the career may not be ideal, the reward of the joy of reconciliation is worth it. If one does come across a stray, call law enforcement or the humane society during open hours. The officer will then collect the animal. “Keep in mind that animals are unpredictable. Everybody will open their door for an animal or [let the animal] jump in your car, but that can be dangerous if you’re not familiar with the animal. Be cautious of being bit,” said Elliott Mcconnel, a humane officer on staff.
Humane officers do everything from checking the well-being of animals, catching strays, setting live traps and setting ordinances for counties. Their dispatch is from law enforcement of their respective county and some surrounding areas. Even though the hours of the career may not be ideal, the reward of the joy of reconciliation is worth it. If one does come across a stray, call law enforcement or the humane society during open hours. The officer will then collect the animal. “Keep in mind that animals are unpredictable. Everybody will open their door for an animal or [let the animal] jump in your car, but that can be dangerous if you’re not familiar with the animal. Be cautious of being bit,” said Elliott Mcconnel, a humane officer on staff.
Kennel staff is in charge of all aspects of an animal’s environment. This includes cleaning and maintaining a comfortable space for the animal as well as the customer service aspect and introducing animals to potential adopters. “The kennel staff is the most hands-on for the animals here,” said the head of the kennel staff. The only hard part that can come with such a busy position is the high emotional attachment. “The emotional aspect of the job kind of falls on the kennel staff the most just because we are the ones who take them out on walks every day or play with them every day,” said Lexy Nuttbrock, supervisor of kennel staff and head of foster care.
Kennel staff is in charge of all aspects of an animal’s environment. This includes cleaning and maintaining a comfortable space for the animal as well as the customer service aspect and introducing animals to potential adopters. “The kennel staff is the most hands-on for the animals here,” said the head of the kennel staff. The only hard part that can come with such a busy position is the high emotional attachment. “The emotional aspect of the job kind of falls on the kennel staff the most just because we are the ones who take them out on walks every day or play with them every day,” said Lexy Nuttbrock, supervisor of kennel staff and head of foster care.
Kennel staff is in charge of all aspects of an animal’s environment. This includes cleaning and maintaining a comfortable space for the animal as well as the customer service aspect and introducing animals to potential adopters. “The kennel staff is the most hands-on for the animals here,” said the head of the kennel staff. The only hard part that can come with such a busy position is the high emotional attachment. “The emotional aspect of the job kind of falls on the kennel staff the most just because we are the ones who take them out on walks every day or play with them every day,” said Lexy Nuttbrock,
Advice for rescuing or adopting:
Kennel staff is in charge of all aspects of an animal’s environment. This includes cleaning and maintaining a comfortable space for the animal as well as the customer service aspect and introducing animals to potential adopters. “The kennel staff is the most hands-on for the animals here,” said the head of the kennel staff. The only hard part that can come with such a busy position is the high emotional attachment. “The emotional aspect of the job kind of falls on the kennel staff the most just because we are the ones who take them out on walks every day or play with them every day,” said Lexy Nuttbrock, supervisor of kennel staff and head of foster care.
Advice for rescuing or adopting:
Advice for rescuing or adopting:
• “Be patient. Make sure you can be a good dog parent/sibling.”
Advice for rescuing or adopting:
• “Be patient. Make sure you can be a good dog parent/sibling.”
• “Rescuing will take time, it doesn’t happen overnight.”
• “Be patient. Make sure you can be a good dog parent/sibling.”
• “Rescuing will take time, it doesn’t happen overnight.”
• “Rescuing will take time, it doesn’t happen overnight.”
• “DO IT! IF YOU’RE IN THE MARKET FOR AN ANIMAL, ADOPT, DON’T SHOP.”
• “DO IT! IF YOU’RE IN THE MARKET FOR AN ANIMAL, ADOPT, DON’T
• “DO IT! IF YOU’RE IN THE MARKET FOR AN ANIMAL, ADOPT, DON’T SHOP.”
• “DO IT! IF YOU’RE IN THE MARKET FOR AN ANIMAL, ADOPT, DON’T SHOP.”
• “Be open to [adopting]. It can be difficult to know a lot about the animal and you have to be willing to work with that.”
• “Be open to [adopting]. It can be difficult to know a lot about the animal and you have to be willing to work with that.”
• “Be open to [adopting]. It can be difficult to know a lot about the animal and you have to be willing to work with that.”
• “Be open to [adopting]. It can be difficult to know a lot about the animal and you have to be willing to work with that.”
• “Be patient and understanding for everyone’s needs involved, the animals especially.”
• “Be patient and understanding for everyone’s needs involved, the animals especially.”
• “Be patient and understanding for everyone’s needs involved, the animals especially.”
• “Making sure you have the funds to care for an animal, you have the time to take care of an animal.”
• “Be patient and understanding for everyone’s needs involved, the animals especially.”
• “Making sure you have the funds to care for an animal, you have the time to take care of an animal.”
• “Making sure you have the funds to care for an animal, you have the time to take care of an animal.”
• “Making sure you have the funds to care for an animal, you have the time to take care of an animal.”
BY STELLA SONNICHSEN
With graduation approaching, it is time for many LHS juniors to step into the roles soon to be left by the seniors. One of the most important responsibilities is the Student Council and the leadership positions attached to it. LHS recently held elections for the new Student Council openings with eight freshmen, three sophomores and four new junior representatives. However, this is not the only Student Council election happening recently. Along with the new members voted on by the student body, the council also had a private election to decide on the new STUCO president and vice president.
Replacing the current president Arthur Tao will be Griffin Etrheim and replacing Falco Gerling as vice president will be Lucas Hiatt. After joining the council freshman year, Etrheim hopes that his new position will help him to contribute to the school and the council in as many ways as possible.
“Since my freshman year there’s been a bunch of upperclassmen that were on student council who I looked up to, and I kind of wanted to follow their footsteps,” said Etrheim.
The process of becoming president takes time and involves a variety of student council meetings and an election. To maintain the position, members of the council must be nominated by other members and present a speech to the group, followed by a vote to determine the new president and vice president.
“To be honest I didn’t expect to be president a while back but I had a lot of people encourage me to run. I figure being president is the best way for me to contribute to all parts of the student council,” said Etrheim. Besides being a prominent member of the council, Etrheim is also a member of English, Math and Science NHS. He also participates in track and field and Y-ball. These activities prove Etrheim’s dedication to the school, he looks forward to participating and helping even more with school events.
“I’m really excited for homecoming… It’s the one time when basically everybody comes together to support the school, and next year I’ll get to lead a lot more of it,” said Etrheim.
In the coming year, Etrheim and the council members have hopes to get even more involved in LHS as well as outside the community.
“I’m also hoping we can get the council more involved with other organizations at Lincoln and what they run. We have a bigger reach than most clubs at our school, and I think we should take advantage of that and help them out,” said Etrheim.
Overall, Etrheim and the council hope to expand and reach as many students as possible and increase student pride by getting people more engaged in the school.
“I would like to increase the number of students and student groups that get involved in activities this year,” said council adviser Jennifer DuBois.
Over his time at LHS, Etrheim has shown immense amounts of LHS spirit and many of the qualities that are needed of a leader. With the many responsibilities that come with a role like this, the council must elect someone who can be trusted to make decisions and serve as a good role model throughout the school.
“I’m hoping I can start new traditions, improve the old ones and hopefully get the student section back to what it was my freshman and sophomore years,” said Etrheim.
“Griffin is patient, a good listener, well-organized and a goal-oriented young man,” said DuBois.
Despite the time and effort the role takes, Etrheim is looking forward to the opportunity to leave a mark on LHS and incorporate his ideas into the school. He hopes to keep LHS running smoothly and improve the school in any way he can.
DuBois is looking to increase organization and planning throughout the next school year and continue to try and get more kids involved. Along with this, she hopes to increase pride and spirit throughout the school. She believes that Etrheim is a great fit for this role and knows he will do his best to support and improve LHS.
“He truly wants what is best for this council and LHS as a whole. I feel the other new leaders on our student council have this same passion,” said Dubois.
Although Etrheim’s role is important, the student council not only depends on a president, as there are numerous other roles held within the council. The success of the council also relies on all of its other members and includes numerous other positions held by members. These positions were applied to and voted on by the other members of the council. These other roles help with more specific tasks such as school dances as well as the organization of the council and LHS activities. Each of these positions requires a much more specific skill set, and all members greatly contribute to the success of the student body and the school.
Although the council has to say goodbye to the senior members, it is in fully capable hands with the remaining members, and new president. Etrheim has big hopes for the year to come and is ready to become a leader and role model for the students.
BY ELLIE QUINN & LUCAS SCHRECK
Total Drag is an independent record store and music venue in downtown Sioux Falls that opened in April 2015. This staple location for the music geeks of Sioux Falls is owned and operated by couple Dan Nissen and Liz McGreevy-Nissen and a frequent spot for music lovers of all ages. What started as an idea came to fruition quickly as Nissen and McGreevyNissen began fulfilling a need they observed in their community. The two have been involved with the music scene of Sioux Falls since their teenage years,
Total Drag is an independent record store and music venue in downtown Sioux Falls that opened in April 2015. This staple location for the music geeks of Sioux Falls is owned and operated by couple Dan Nissen and Liz McGreevy-Nissen and a frequent spot for music lovers of all ages.
What started as an idea came to fruition quickly as Nissen and McGreevyNissen began fulfilling a need they observed in their community. The two have been involved with the music scene of Sioux Falls since their teenage years,
which initially sparked the idea for Total Drag.
which initially sparked the idea for Total Drag.
“Because Liz and I have been in the [music] scene here, and I was playing in bands, we’ve been going to shows here in town since we were 14,” said Nissen. “We thought of records because, at that time, we thought that a really good, dedicated vinyl record store and an all-age music venue were both really needful things at that time. And so, yeah, we just decided to give it a shot.”
“Because Liz and I have been in the [music] scene here, and I was playing in bands, we’ve been going to shows here in town since we were 14,” said Nissen. “We thought of records because, at that time, we thought that a really good, dedicated vinyl record store and an all-age music venue were both really needful things at that time. And so, yeah, we just decided to give it a shot.”
Since its opening in 2015, Total Drag’s inventory has greatly expanded. From bits and pieces of the personal collections of the owners to the wide range of new
Since its opening in 2015, Total Drag’s inventory has greatly expanded. From bits and pieces of the personal collections of the owners to the wide range of new
and used records that are currently available for purchase.
and used records that are currently available for purchase.
“We went through our personal collections that we’d been collecting since we were teenagers. We even had some doubles, you know, of things that each of us had bought when we were teenagers. So we kind of went through our whole collection, and got some real cool things out there,” said Nissen. “I probably started with like, 1,000 records, or something. Then just slowly built it up. You know, hooked up with some distributors, some indie distributors for new vinyl. And then just slowly started building up to used vinyl, so everything
“We went through our personal collections that we’d been collecting since we were teenagers. We even had some doubles, you know, of things that each of us had bought when we were teenagers. So we kind of went through our whole collection, and got some real cool things out there,” said Nissen. “I probably started with like, 1,000 records, or something. Then just slowly built it up. You know, hooked up with some distributors, some indie distributors for new vinyl. And then just slowly started building up to used vinyl, so everything
has been in the most organic way.”
has been in the most organic way.”
In recent years, the popularity of vinyl has been increasing. In the Midwest, the demand for vinyl has been a slow-burning process. Vinyl resurgence did not originate with mainstream artists, so the demographic for records was not always as prominent in Sioux Falls as it is now.
In recent years, the popularity of vinyl has been increasing. In the Midwest, the demand for vinyl has been a slow-burning process. Vinyl resurgence did not originate with mainstream artists, so the demographic for records was not always as prominent in Sioux Falls as it is now.
“What really kept the vinyl in itself alive through the 90s and early 2000s was indie, independent bands, indie bands, punk bands and hardcore bands. That’s what really focused on always pressing their stuff on vinyl because their fans wanted vinyl because it’s
“What really kept the vinyl in itself alive through the 90s and early 2000s was indie, independent bands, indie bands, punk bands and hardcore bands. That’s what really focused on always pressing their stuff on vinyl because their fans wanted vinyl because it’s
a lot of music nerds, but I had already started noticing some of the major [artists] starting to take more notice and press things,” said Nissen. “But here in the Midwest, definitely a slow burn, you know, each year more and more people or a wider scope of people agewise [have started buying vinyl].”
a lot of music nerds, but I had already started noticing some of the major [artists] starting to take more notice and press things,” said Nissen. “But here in the Midwest, definitely a slow burn, you know, each year more and more people or a wider scope of people agewise [have started buying vinyl].”
A unique feature of Total Drag includes the shows they host inside their store that are available to people of all ages. This is a very important part of their brand as they believe that getting to experience music and the creativity of others is a pivotal part of the teenage years. These shows
A unique feature of Total Drag includes the shows they host inside their store that are available to people of all ages. This is a very important part of their brand as they believe that getting to experience music and the creativity of others is a pivotal part of the teenage years. These shows
provide a welcoming and encouraging environment for up-and-coming performers to showcase their talents.
provide a welcoming and encouraging environment for up-and-coming performers to showcase their talents.
“It’s really hard for a [music] scene to keep going if you have to be 21 to go to shows. There is a whole lot of creativity that happens that you’re missing between the ages of like 13 and 21. So, why would kids start a band if there’s no place to play and they can’t go to the shows, so they don’t know what other local bands are
“It’s really hard for a [music] scene to keep going if you have to be 21 to go to shows. There is a whole lot of creativity that happens that you’re missing between the ages of like 13 and 21.
So, why would kids start a band if there’s no place to play and they can’t go to the shows, so they don’t know what other local bands are
complex, it has generated a group of customers that continue to support their business as well as the stores and businesses in the surrounding area.
complex, it has generated a group of customers that continue to support their business as well as the stores and businesses in the surrounding area.
“It’s been so fun to watch this part of downtown grow over the last 10 years. Like, it was kind of a ghost town when we opened 10 years ago, and now it’s booming over here. With these fancy apartments, we’ve got a lot of customers who live really close to the store,” said McGreevy-Nissen.
“It’s been so fun to watch this part of downtown grow over the last 10 years. Like, it was kind of a ghost town when we opened 10 years ago, and now it’s booming over here. With these fancy apartments, we’ve got a lot of customers who live really close to the store,” said McGreevy-Nissen.
carries which supports its goal of catering to everyone of all ages and interests. For this to be achieved, they are always bringing in new genres of vinyl and trying new artists.
carries which supports its goal of catering to everyone of all ages and interests. For this to be achieved, they are always bringing in new genres of vinyl and trying new artists.
“I’m always exploring new things, new bands or not necessarily new. But I’m always just exploring new avenues or new genres,” said Nissen.
“I’m always exploring new things, new bands or not necessarily new. But I’m always just exploring new avenues or new genres,” said Nissen.
UINN & LUCAS SCHRECK
BY ELLIE QUINN & LUCAS SCHRECK
BY LUCAS HIATT
BY LUCAS HIATT
BY LUCAS HIATT
The Statue of David is the centerpiece of Fawick Park, along the Big Sioux River on the edge of downtown. In the early 1970s, the Statue of David was donated to the city by Thomas Fawick and has since brought some controversy over the nudity it brings to the downtown area. Despite the controversy, the replica of Michelangelo’s Statue is a defining quirk of the downtown area and gives purpose to an otherwise bare area surrounding the Big Sioux River.
The Statue of David is the centerpiece of Fawick Park, along the Big Sioux River on the edge of downtown. In the early 1970s, the Statue of David was donated to the city by Thomas Fawick and has since brought some controversy over the nudity it brings to the downtown area. Despite the controversy, the replica of Michelangelo’s Statue is a defining quirk of the downtown area and gives purpose to an otherwise bare area surrounding the Big Sioux River.
The Statue of David is the centerpiece of Fawick Park, along the Big Sioux River on the edge of downtown. In the early 1970s, the Statue of David was donated to the city by Thomas Fawick and has since brought some controversy over the nudity it brings to the downtown area. Despite the controversy, the replica of Michelangelo’s Statue is a defining quirk of the downtown area and gives purpose to an otherwise bare area surrounding the Big Sioux River.
Sioux Falls’ downtown history is encapsulated in the remains of the area’s unique Sioux quartzite stone buildings. The rich history has been preserved with buildings that still operate and honor the city’s past such as the Old Courthouse Museum and the Orpheum Theater. However, with the vast expansion of the growing city, modern architecture and art are appearing throughout the city, modernizing and adding character to the city’s skyline. Sioux Falls’ many attractions are making the city not only a pleasing city to live in but also to visit. Take a look at the defining attractions and new additions to the city that exemplify a rapidly modernizing city.
Sioux Falls’ downtown history is encapsulated in the remains of the area’s unique Sioux quartzite stone buildings. The rich history has been preserved with buildings that still operate and honor the city’s past such as the Old Courthouse Museum and the Orpheum Theater. However, with the vast expansion of the growing city, modern architecture and art are appearing throughout the city, modernizing and adding character to the city’s skyline. Sioux Falls’ many attractions are making the city not only a pleasing city to live in but also to visit. Take a look at the defining attractions and new additions to the city that exemplify a rapidly modernizing city.
Sioux Falls’ downtown history is encapsulated in the remains of the area’s unique Sioux quartzite stone buildings. The rich history has been preserved with buildings that still operate and honor the city’s past such as the Old Courthouse Museum and the Orpheum Theater. However, with the vast expansion of the growing city, modern architecture and art are appearing throughout the city, modernizing and adding character to the city’s skyline. Sioux Falls’ many attractions are making the city not only a pleasing city to live in but also to visit. Take a look at the defining attractions and new additions to the city that exemplify a rapidly modernizing city.
The Orpheum theater has been preserved for over a century on the north end of Phillips Avenue. Up until its purchase by the Sioux Falls Community Playhouse in 1954, it was primarily a discount theater. However, nowadays the Orpheum hosts live performances: mainly plays and musicals. The theater is also often occupied by many performing arts organizations. The Orpheum holds a full century of Sioux Falls’ performing arts history and is the oldest standing theater in the city.
The Orpheum theater has been preserved for over a century on the north end of Phillips Avenue. Up until its purchase by the Sioux Falls Community Playhouse in 1954, it was primarily a discount theater. However, nowadays the Orpheum hosts live performances: mainly plays and musicals. The theater is also often occupied by many performing arts organizations. The Orpheum holds a full century of Sioux Falls’ performing arts history and is the oldest standing theater in the city.
The Orpheum theater has been preserved for over a century on the north end of Phillips Avenue. Up until its purchase by the Sioux Falls Community Playhouse in 1954, it was primarily a discount theater. However, nowadays the Orpheum hosts live performances: mainly plays and musicals. The theater is also often occupied by many performing arts organizations. The Orpheum holds a full century of Sioux Falls’ performing arts history and is the oldest standing theater in the city.
Perhaps the most recognizable building in the Downtown Sioux Falls area is the Old Courthouse Museum. Built with the classic quartz stone from the late 1900s and topped with a clock tower, this edifice hosts tourists and locals alike. This defining Sioux Falls structure is home to several historical exhibits that celebrate Native American heritage and state history.
Perhaps the most recognizable building in the Downtown Sioux Falls area is the Old Courthouse Museum. Built with the classic quartz stone from the late 1900s and topped with a clock tower, this edifice hosts tourists and locals alike. This defining Sioux Falls structure is home to several historical exhibits that celebrate Native American heritage and state history.
Perhaps the most recognizable building in the Downtown Sioux Falls area is the Old Courthouse Museum. Built with the classic quartz stone from the late 1900s and topped with a clock tower, this edifice hosts tourists and locals alike. This defining Sioux Falls structure is home to several historical exhibits that celebrate Native American heritage and state history.
A large-scale and gorgeous mural on the parking garage near the 10th street and Phillips Avenue intersection. This mural is designed to show the city’s history and look toward its future. It is a beautiful example of Sioux Falls’ culture of art preservation and appreciation. Visible from most of the southeast area of Downtown, this mural adds a bright pop of color to the Sioux Falls skyline.
A large-scale and gorgeous mural on the parking garage near the 10th street and Phillips Avenue intersection. This mural is designed to show the city’s history and look toward its future. It is a beautiful example of Sioux Falls’ culture of art preservation and appreciation. Visible from most of the southeast area of Downtown, this mural adds a bright pop of color to the Sioux Falls skyline.
A large-scale and gorgeous mural on the parking garage near the 10th street and Phillips Avenue intersection. This mural is designed to show the city’s history and look toward its future. It is a beautiful example of Sioux Falls’ culture of art preservation and appreciation. Visible from most of the southeast area of Downtown, this mural adds a bright pop of color to the Sioux Falls skyline.
Sioux Falls’ largest art exhibit is located across the Big Sioux River. The sculpture known as the Arc of Dreams will mark its fifth year in the city, and it has spent its life as a symbol for the progress of Sioux Falls. It inspires dreamers of the present and future to pursue a thriving city. Its shape mimics that of two blades of native grasses bending towards each other, in reference to the geographical location of the city. This monument is representative of the city’s preservation of art and its efforts toward improving a flourishing city.
Sioux Falls’ largest art exhibit is located across the Big Sioux River. The sculpture known as the Arc of Dreams will mark its fifth year in the city, and it has spent its life as a symbol for the progress of Sioux Falls. It inspires dreamers of the present and future to pursue a thriving city. Its shape mimics that of two blades of native grasses bending towards each other, in reference to the geographical location of the city. This monument is representative of the city’s preservation of art and its efforts toward improving a flourishing city.
Sioux Falls’ largest art exhibit is located across the Big Sioux River. The sculpture known as the Arc of Dreams will mark its fifth year in the city, and it has spent its life as a symbol for the progress of Sioux Falls. It inspires dreamers of the present and future to pursue a thriving city. Its shape mimics that of two blades of native grasses bending towards each other, in reference to the geographical location of the city. This monument is representative of the city’s preservation of art and its efforts toward improving a flourishing city.
BY MADISON EVANS & BERGEN QUELLO
The time has come; it is the season of senior assassin, a competitive sport played by the senior class of LHS. Every team has a common goal: to locate their target and “assassinate” them with their water weapon of choice. The last team standing will win the desirable pot of cash. Cover can be taken in the form of pool floaties or goggles, so the seniors will be looking very stylish for the duration of the battle. Everyone must sleep with one eye open on purge days, as your floaties or goggles will not keep you dry for these twenty-four hours. Good luck, and watch your back… let’s meet the teams!
1. “Turner, he doesn’t have good aim.”
2. “I’d probably say Bentley is a good strength for our team.”
3. “Six and a half.”
4. “Bentley just doesn’t care.”
1. “Falco Gerling, because he’s Falco Gerling.”
2. “Me, obviously. Because I’m the most versatile.”
3. “10.”
4. “I’m able to get around the town and eliminate opponents.”
1. “Hakim; he doesn’t have a car or any way to catch anybody.”
2. “Me, because I have a car.”
3. “Like an eight.”
4. “Me. I’m the strength.”
1. “Probably me, because I have a broken toe.”
2. “Ella Ready, because she’s fast and I know that she’ll carry our team.”
3. “An eight out of 10.”
4. “I only go to work pretty much, so unless everyone decides to follow me to work, I think that they won’t be able to get me.”
1. “Probably me, we talked about this a lot and we think I’m gonna get out first.”
2. “Gary, because he doesn’t get out much. He said he’s just gonna go home and play Xbox, so he’s gonna lead us.”
3. “A nine point eight, I think we’ll come in second to Collin Murra’s team.”
4. “I feel like I’m gonna be able to know where a lot of people are.”
1. “Haylee Knutson; I just think she gets distracted really easily, and then someone is just going to come sneak attack her.”
2. “Ahna Walling, because she always has good ideas, and she’s kind of quiet, so it’s going to end up being in our favor.”
3. “Eight.”
4. “Being able to be organized and know where people are.”
3. “A nine.”
4. “We’ll see.”
1. “Ashleigh, cause I feel like people could easily catch her lackin’.”
2. “I feel like Madi is pretty aggressive.”
3. “I gotta say 10.”
4. “Ian; he’s him.”
1. “Jack Osterloo, because it’s Jack Osterloo. He works at [redacted].”
2. “Me or Taylor Quinn because we know the most people.”
1. “Me. I would say at the moment I’m the least locked in.”
2. “Connor, he has the will to try as hard as he can.”
3. “A solid nine.”
4. “We are dedicated to find [our target] and do whatever we need to do.”
1. “Logan. He’s injured right now, hurt his ankle.”
2. “Me, ‘cause I can aim good.”
3. “Eight point six.”
4. “Good aim.”
It is secret that teenager in Falls is difficult, especially when it comes to finding ways to stay While opt driving or perusing the Target aisles, there truly is more to see and more to in this Falls may not seem like somewhere like LA or New York, this town truly is filled with life. From and relaxation hubs, all the way to trendy shops, this town has much to the eye. So without further ado, here are some of LHS students’ top spots to hit when the weekend
The Full Circle Book Co-op offers something for everyone. This vibey building is an outlet for live entertainment, book browsing and art crafting. The moment one walks through the doors, the smell of books fills the senses. This shop provides a homey, close knit feeling that surpasses any Barnes & Noble. Whether one needs a new book to read, a place to sit or an area to just browse around, The Full Circle Book co-op is the place to be.
It is no secret that being a teenager in Sioux Falls is difficult, especially when it comes to finding ways to stay entertained. While many opt for driving around or perusing the Target aisles, there truly is more to see and more to do in this town. While Sioux Falls may not seem like somewhere like LA or New York, this town truly is filled with life. From food joints and coffee shops to nature oasis’ and relaxation hubs, all the way to trendy shops, this town has much more to offer than what meets the eye. So without further ado, here are some of LHS students’ top spots to hit when the weekend rolls around.
It is no secret that being a teenager in Sioux Falls is difficult, especially when it comes to finding ways to stay entertained. While many opt for driving around or perusing the Target aisles, there truly is more to see and more to do in this town. While Sioux Falls may not seem like somewhere like LA or New York, this town truly is filled with life. From food joints and coffee shops to nature oasis’ and relaxation hubs, all the way to trendy shops, this town has much more to offer than what meets the eye. So without further ado, here are some of LHS students’ top spots to hit when the weekend rolls around.
It is no secret that being a teenager in Sioux Falls is difficult, especially when it comes to finding ways to stay entertained. While many opt for driving around or perusing the Target aisles, there truly is more to see and more to do in this town. While Sioux Falls may not seem like somewhere like LA or New York, this town truly is filled with life. From food joints and coffee shops to nature oasis’ and relaxation hubs, all the way to trendy shops, this town has much more to offer than what meets the eye. So without further ado, here are some of LHS students’ top spots to hit when the weekend rolls around.
The Full Circle Book Co-op offers something for everyone. This vibey building is an outlet for live entertainment, book browsing and art crafting. The moment one walks through the doors, the smell of books fills the senses. This shop provides a homey, close knit feeling that surpasses any Barnes & Noble. Whether one needs a new book to read, a place to sit or an area to just browse around, The Full Circle Book co-op is the place to be.
The Full Circle Book Co-op offers something for everyone. This vibey building is an outlet for live entertainment, book browsing and art crafting. The moment one walks through the doors, the smell of books fills the senses. This shop provides a homey, close knit feeling that surpasses any Barnes & Noble. Whether one needs a new book to read, a place to sit or an area to just browse around, The Full Circle Book co-op is the place to be.
The Full Circle Book Co-op offers something for everyone. This vibey building is an outlet for live entertainment, book browsing and art crafting. The moment one walks through the doors, the smell of books fills the senses. This shop provides a homey, close knit feeling that surpasses any Barnes & Noble. Whether one needs a new book to read, a place to sit or an area to just browse around, The Full Circle Book co-op is the place to be.
Located just off Cliff Avenue, Tuthill park is a large outdoor sanctuary. Not only does it have two playgrounds, but spanning all the way around both the top and bottom of the hill is a complete frisbee golf course. The park also includes a multitude of single track trails which are mainly used by bikers of all experience levels as well as by runners and walkers.
At the top of Tuthill also stands a large flower garden that seems to bloom year round. Tuthill is the perfect place to exercise, stroll, watch the sunset or just explore.
Located just off Cliff Avenue, Tuthill park is a large outdoor sanctuary. Not does it have two playgrounds, but spanning all the way around both the and bottom of the hill is a complete golf course. The park also includes multitude of single track trails which are mainly used by bikers of all experience as well as by runners and walkers. At the top of Tuthill also stands a large garden that seems to bloom year round. Tuthill is the perfect place to stroll, watch the sunset or just explore.
Located just off Cliff Avenue, Tuthill park is a large outdoor sanctuary. Not only does it have two playgrounds, but spanning all the way around both the top and bottom of the hill is a complete frisbee golf course. The park also includes a multitude of single track trails which are mainly used by bikers of all experience levels as well as by runners and walkers. At the top of Tuthill also stands a large flower garden that seems to bloom year round. Tuthill is the perfect place to exercise, stroll, watch the sunset or just explore.
Located just off Cliff Avenue, Tuthill park is a large outdoor sanctuary. Not only does it have two playgrounds, but spanning all the way around both the top and bottom of the hill is a complete frisbee golf course. The park also includes a multitude of single track trails which are mainly used by bikers of all experience levels as well as by runners and walkers. At the top of Tuthill also stands a large flower garden that seems to bloom year round. Tuthill is the perfect place to exercise, stroll, watch the sunset or just explore.
love Standing right next The Breaks Coffee Co. owned coffee roasting delicious caffeinated also merchandise. They provide to keep them going latte, brewed or a or t-shirt, The Breaks is the
Who doesn’t love coffee? Standing right next to Total Drag is this gem. The Breaks Coffee Roasting Co. is a locally owned coffee roasting company. Along with their delicious caffeinated beverages, one can also buy merchandise. They provide all one would need to keep them going throughout the day. To get a good latte, brewed coffee or possibly a mug or t-shirt, The Breaks is the perfect place to stop by.
Who doesn’t love coffee? Standing right next to Total Drag is this gem. The Breaks Coffee Roasting Co. is a locally owned coffee roasting company. Along with their delicious caffeinated beverages, one can also buy merchandise. They provide all one would need to keep them going throughout the day. To get a good latte, brewed coffee or possibly a mug or t-shirt, The Breaks is the perfect place to stop by.
Who doesn’t love coffee? Standing right next to Total Drag is this gem. The Breaks Coffee Roasting Co. is a locally owned coffee roasting company. Along with their delicious caffeinated beverages, one can also buy merchandise. They provide all one would need to keep them going throughout the day. To get a good latte, brewed coffee or possibly a mug or t-shirt, The Breaks is the perfect place to stop by.
Total Drag music business downtown. Not only the artistic and vibes they sell the coolest products. Total vinyl records, cassettes both new and Drag is an amazing place to the creativity. From buying records or flipping through their vast even to listening all the beats Total Drag brings all the energy is boost one’s serotonin levels.
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Located on Phillips Avenue across from Zandbroz Variety is the perfect pizza shop. Many people walk past this joint as they shop around downtown and in all honesty, they are missing something utterly delicious. At Fiero, customers can make their own custom personal sized pizza. With a variety of breads, sauces, toppings and garnishes there is something for everyone. One is sure to walk out with a full belly and a yearning for another slice.
Total Drag is a local, music based business on 12th street near downtown. Not only does this shop provide the most artistic and retro vibes but they sell the coolest products. Total Drag sells vinyl records, cassettes and audio equipment both new and used. Total Drag is an amazing place to embrace all the creativity. From buying records or tapes, to flipping through their vast selection and even to listening to all the beats and tunes, Total Drag brings all the energy that is sure to boost one’s serotonin levels.
Total Drag is a local, music based business on 12th street near downtown. Not only does this shop provide the most artistic and retro vibes but they sell the coolest products. Total Drag sells vinyl records, cassettes and audio equipment both new and used. Total Drag is an amazing place to embrace all the creativity. From buying records or tapes, to flipping through their vast selection and even to listening to all the beats and tunes, Total Drag brings all the energy that is sure to boost one’s serotonin levels.
Total Drag is a local, music based business on 12th street near downtown. Not only does this shop provide the most artistic and retro vibes but they sell the coolest products. Total Drag sells vinyl records, cassettes and audio equipment both new and used. Total Drag is an amazing place to embrace all the creativity. From buying records or tapes, to flipping through their vast selection and even to listening to all the beats and tunes, Total Drag brings all the energy that is sure to boost one’s serotonin levels.
Located on Phillips Avenue across from Zandbroz Variety is the perfect pizza shop. Many people walk past this joint as they shop around downtown and in all honesty, they are missing something utterly delicious. At Fiero, customers can make their own custom personal sized pizza. With a variety of breads, sauces, toppings and garnishes there is something for everyone. One is sure to walk out with a full belly and a yearning for another slice.
on Phillips Avenue across from Zandbroz Variety is the perfect pizza shop. Many people walk past this joint as they shop around in all honesty, they are missing utterly delicious. At Fiero, customers can custom personal sized pizza. of breads, sauces, toppings and is something for everyone. One is with a full belly and a yearning another slice.
Located on Phillips Avenue across from Zandbroz Variety is the perfect pizza shop. Many people walk past this joint as they shop around downtown and in all honesty, they are missing something utterly delicious. At Fiero, customers can make their own custom personal sized pizza. With a variety of breads, sauces, toppings and garnishes there is something for everyone. One is sure to walk out with a full belly and a yearning for another slice.
The Sioux Falls State Theatre should be known by all. While the new movie theaters may seem more up-to-date, The State Theatre has undergone various renovations. The building still maintains its historical essence and traditional feel while still providing immense comfort and the perfect viewing experience. Located on Philips Avenue, The State Theatre showcases both live performances as well as movies and films from the classics to recent hits. The Sioux Falls State Theatre is the ideal place to watch all the favorites from the best reclined, cushioned seats in town.
The Sioux Falls State Theatre should be known by all. While the new movie theaters may seem more up-to-date, The State Theatre has undergone various renovations. The building still maintains its historical essence and traditional feel while still providing immense comfort and the perfect viewing experience. Located on Philips Avenue, The State Theatre showcases both live performances as well as movies and films from the classics to recent hits. The Sioux Falls State Theatre is the ideal place to watch all the favorites from the best reclined, cushioned seats in town.
Falls State Theatre should be by all. the new movie theaters may seem more up-to-date, The State Theatre renovations. The still maintains its historical essence traditional feel while still providing immense comfort the perfect viewing experience. Located on Philips Avenue, The showcases both live performances well as movies and films from the classics to recent hits. The Sioux Falls State Theatre is the to all the favorites from the reclined, cushioned seats in town.
The Sioux Falls State Theatre should be known by all. While the new movie theaters may seem more up-to-date, The State Theatre has undergone various renovations. The building still maintains its historical essence and traditional feel while still providing immense comfort and the perfect viewing experience. Located on Philips Avenue, The State Theatre showcases both live performances as well as movies and films from the classics to recent hits. The Sioux Falls State Theatre is the ideal place to watch all the favorites from the best reclined, cushioned seats in town.
Tattoos are an exceedingly controversial topic; however, from adolescents to adults, the subject’s popularity is widely increasing in the modern day world. Certain designs, markings and locations can symbolize a person’s cultural or spiritual identity, a connection or bond between friends and family or an aesthetic creation of their life. A majority of upperclassmen at LHS have obtained a tattoo in the past year. Let’s take a look at LHS students’ tattoo creations and their significance.
BY SARA MATHISON
Connor Sergeant, 12
Last fall, Sergeant and one of his closest friends got matching tattoos at a local tattoo parlor, Permanent Addictions. On his forearm, he received a cover of a book from “Unveiling, Destiny 2.”
“To me it means a handful of different things, but in summary, it's basically about creation and purpose. Kind of to say that the reason we exist is because we deserve to exist; if we didn't exist we wouldn't deserve to exist,” said Sergeant.
Dylan Bowden, 12
To celebrate Bowden’s 18th birthday, she received two tattoos in California at a tattoo shop near the oceanside. She received two stars on her shoulder because she has a fondness for stars and a mandala moon with a rose.
“I love the moon and the rose because it represents my mom’s first name and my middle name,” said Bowden.
Finnley Johnson, 12
Precisely three weeks ago, Johnson arrived at the Heart Tattoo shop located in Sioux Falls, SD. On her upper thigh displays the angel numbers “444.”
“‘444’ are the angel numbers for divine protection, so I feel safe in my day to day life,” said Johnson.
Xara Bennett, 12 Electric Crayon.
In her lifetime, Bennett has acquired 14 tattoos: five tattoos on her hand, six tattoos on her lower half and one tattoo on her wrist, side and chest. Out of all 14 tattoos, one of them was done professionally at The
“I simply get tattoos because they are cute and art is beautiful. The only tattoos that actually have meaning on my body are my “Love Yourz” tattoo because it is my favorite J. Cole song and my semicolon butterfly because it is a symbol for hope and resilience for those who have attempted suicide,” said Bennett.
BY CLARA BINSTOCK
LHS produces some of the most outstanding athletes, and this year’s long list of college commits reflects the quality that comes out of our school. As we say goodbye to the seniors, the programs on which these students have made their mark will be greatly impacted. This year, the LHS athletics department is losing many athletes who have been huge factors in the success of each team. Let us meet four of the finest senior athletes at LHS who are stepping up to the collegiate level.
Becoming a D1 athlete is just one more accomplishment that senior football player Jack Smith can add to his long list of achievements.
Smith is committed to play football at SDSU in the fall, where he plans to major in mechanical engineering. Smith’s stellar football resume consists of being named 2023-24 Gatorade player of the year, holding various school and state records and helping to lead his team to victory at the 2023 State championship after an undefeated season. Outside of football, Smith was also a varsity starter for the LHS basketball team this year, has consistently played Legion baseball and holds the LHS track and field javelin school record. While these records are impressive on paper, they also hold memories Smith will always look back on.
“One of my favorite memories is when I broke the record for most receptions and receiving yards in a single game,” said Smith.
As he heads off to Brookings this year, Smith will be leaving behind more than just records, but also the experience of playing football with his lifelong best friends. Some of his LHS teammates include friends he has been playing with since he was in elementary school. While playing with a completely new team for the first time in a while will be an adjustment, Smith is always eager for a chance to become an even better athlete.
“I’m just looking forward to the new opportunities that will be given to me and the chance to play at the highest level,” said Smith.
Returning as a two-time state champ this year, LHS softball player Norah Christiansen has one last mark to make before she leaves to play at the collegiate level.
Playing as a jackrabbit has always been a goal for Smith, ever since he was little. This goal sparked because he wanted to carry on his family name at the school; both his parents graduated from SDSU, as well as his grandparents and great-grandpa. However, Smith will be the first of them to play a sport there. After making this his goal, Smith knew that reaching it would not be easy to achieve. If anyone knows Smith at all, they know that when he has an objective, he will put in the necessary work to get the job done, no matter how difficult it may be.
Christiansen will be furthering her softball career at Augustana University, where she plans to major in exercise science and human biology. Along with softball, Christiansen balances competing in track and field during the spring; last year, she placed 7th in shot put at the 2023 state track meet. As she enters her final softball season here at LHS, Christiansen and her team are aiming for a third State championship. Even so, Christiansen still finds herself looking back on that first championship from sophomore year as one of her most memorable moments.
“We were playing Harrisburg and were down the first half of the game,” said Christiansen. “I did not think we were going to pull through, but one hit after another, we came back and won.”
For Christiansen, the recruiting process was not as simple as some might think; she found it to be stressful and time-consuming. She put a lot of effort and pressure on herself to ensure that she was being noticed by coaches and that she was always performing to her best ability. However, throughout the process, Christiansen learned that being a desirable athlete involves more than just impressive performances.
“I realized that skill is not the main thing coaches are looking for,” said Christiansen. “It's how you react and how good of a teammate you are.” After committing to Augie, Christiansen knows all the hard work was worth it because softball has taught her not only what it is like to be a winner, but also how to have a strong work ethic and how to be the best teammate. Even though she is excited to play with her future teammates and learn from the older girls, the LHS softball program will forever hold a special place in Christiansen’s heart.
“The culture I have made with the girls on the team is something you can never forget,” said Christiansen. “We are good athletes but we are also great people.”
“The recruiting process was very long and stressful, but it’s worth the struggle,” said Smith. “It’s important to always bet on yourself and keep working as hard as you can because success doesn’t come easy.”
Going from a Patriot to a Wolf, senior soccer player Ella Ready is “Ready” for a new challenge as she takes her skills to the next level.
This upcoming fall, Ready will be playing soccer at Northern State University, and also majoring in either biology or nursing. It must have been in an instant connection when Ready first visited NSU because the NSU coach was the first to reach out to her. By the end of her recruitment process, Ready was debating between two schools. Taking into consideration that her family would still be able to watch her play and the distinctiveness of the program, Ready decided that NSU was the best choice for her.
“I ultimately chose Northern because of the great program that the newer coach was building, the coach’s coaching style and the facilities,” said Ready.
The new coach is not the only part about NSU that Ready is excited for; playing with a new group of girls is a great opportunity for Ready to advance her abilities. Nonetheless, Ready has not fully processed the fact that the girls she has played with since freshman year will not be there by her side.
“Our team had pretty good chemistry on and off the field, and I’m very appreciative that Lincoln soccer has brought me my closest friends,” said Ready.
Learning to be a good teammate, as well as being a good friend are both qualities that Ready has gained from her soccer experience. In addition to building relationships with her teammates, soccer has taught her how to deal with wins and loses.
While the girls this last year had to deal with a tough loss in the semifinals for the State championship, this loss did not take away from their great season. Ready knows that the losses do not reflect the hard work she puts in, instead they just make her work even harder.
“You should always keep working and give your full effort into everything you do,” said Ready. “To get to the college level you have to work outside of practices, lifting, extra touches, anything that will make you better and possibly give you an edge over someone else.”
After starting to play tennis at LHS as a seventh grader, senior Rocky McKenzie is not ready to end his career just yet.
McKenzie is committed to play tennis at Creighton University where he will likely study pre-med. McKenzie has been training for tennis ever since he was very young. This dedication and time put towards his training is what led McKenzie to play varsity starting in middle school. Since he has been a part of the LHS team for so long, this year will not be an easy goodbye. Spending time with his teammates, like at team meals, are some of the most memorable moments from his overall experience.
“I will miss the guys on the team the most,” said McKenzie. “These are guys that I have known since I was very little and we have been playing together for years. It’s really going to be tough to move on from the fun times we have while playing here.”
As well as making countless memories with his teammates, his team has also proven themselves to be the superior team of the state. The LHS tennis team has been on a winning streak for the State championship since 2014, with McKenzie being there for four of them. Even though becoming a part of a new team can be challenging, this change does not mean that McKenzie is not excited about what is to come in the future. He is very confident that his new team at Creighton will provide him with the support he needs to be successful.
“I am most looking forward to being a part of a team that is young and excited to play for a coach that really wants to win,” said McKenzie.
Pursuing a sport in college takes hard work and commitment; however, McKenzie understands that a person’s love for their sport is the most important part to achieving success. McKenzie plays tennis because he truly loves it, and was a state champion last year. This year, McKenzie will return to his last high school season ready to have a good time.
“Worrying about a college decision can take away some of the joy of playing and can give you unnecessary stress,” said McKenzie. “Just go have
fun and everything will work out.”
Jack Smith (South Dakota State University)
Tate Schafer (University of Sioux Falls)
Isaac Jarovski (University of Sioux Falls)
Dawson Siem (Northern State University)
Ben Heiberger (Mount Marty University)
Brycen Mitchell (Mount Marty University)
Dreavin Hodge (University of South Dakota)
Adam Behrend (Augustana University)
Bo Bosler (Dakota State University)
CROSS COUNTRY
Addalai DeKam (Augustana University)
Tallen Dobson (Gustavus Adolphus College)
Ella Ready (Northern State University)
Lily Dahler (University of Sioux Falls)
TRACK & FIELD
Ellen Merkley (Augustana University)
Clara Binstock (Augustana University)
TENNIS
Rocky McKenzie (Creighton University)
Drew Gohl (Augustana University)
SOFTBALL
Norah Christiansen (Augustana University)
Madison Evans (University of South Dakota)
BASEBALL
Sawyer Tolk (Kansas City Kansas Community College)
Caden Watson (North Iowa Area Community College)
Nate Motl (Kirkwood Community College)
Kooper Perry (The College of St. Scholastica)
BY JOSEPH TUNGE
The eight boards on display in the wrestling room feature the names of all of LHS’s top wrestlers since the school opened in 1965. The names of the 13 State champions at LHS have reached almost legendary status to anyone on the wrestling team, and after earning the title of State champion, Bentley Williams’ name will be ingrained in LHS history, bringing the number of LHS wrestling State champions up to 14.
The eight boards on display in the wrestling room feature the names of all of LHS’s top wrestlers since the school opened in 1965. The names of the 13 State champions at LHS have reached almost legendary status to anyone on the wrestling team, and after earning the title of State champion, Bentley Williams’ name will be ingrained in LHS history, bringing the number of LHS wrestling State champions up to 14.
The eight boards on display in the wrestling room feature the names of all of LHS’s top wrestlers since the school opened in 1965. The names of the 13 State champions at LHS have reached almost legendary status to anyone on the wrestling team, and after earning the title of State champion, Bentley Williams’ name will be ingrained in LHS history, bringing the number of LHS wrestling State champions up to 14.
The eight boards on display in the wrestling room feature the names of all of LHS’s top wrestlers since the school opened in 1965. The names of the 13 State champions at LHS have reached almost legendary status to anyone on the wrestling team, and after earning the title of State champion, Bentley Williams’ name will be ingrained in LHS history, bringing the number of LHS wrestling State champions up to 14.
It is not a coincidence that the year LHS produced a State champion was also one of the most successful years for the LHS wrestling team as a whole. Mark Ernster, head coach of the LHS wrestling team, started coaching in 2009 and joined forces with current assistant coach Mike Long in 2012. Together, Ernster and Long have grown the LHS wrestling program from the ground up and have no plan on stopping anytime soon.
It is not a coincidence that the year LHS produced a State champion was also one of the most successful years for the LHS wrestling team as a whole. Mark Ernster, head coach of the LHS wrestling team, started coaching in 2009 and joined forces with current assistant coach Mike Long in 2012. Together, Ernster and Long have grown the LHS wrestling program from the ground up and have no plan on stopping anytime soon.
It is not a coincidence that the year LHS produced a State champion was also one of the most successful years for the LHS wrestling team as a whole. Mark Ernster, head coach of the LHS wrestling team, started coaching in 2009 and joined forces with current assistant coach Mike Long in 2012. Together, Ernster and Long have grown the LHS wrestling program from the ground up and have no plan on stopping anytime soon.
“Like with any sports program, it takes a community of people. It’s not just your coaches, it’s your parents,” said Ernster.
It is not a coincidence that the year LHS produced a State champion was also one of the most successful years for the LHS wrestling team as a whole. Mark Ernster, head coach of the LHS wrestling team, started coaching in 2009 and joined forces with current assistant coach Mike Long in 2012. Together, Ernster and Long have grown the LHS wrestling program from the ground up and have no plan on stopping anytime soon.
“Like with any sports program, it takes a community of people. It’s not just your coaches, it’s your parents,” said Ernster.
“Like with any sports program, it takes a community of people. It’s not just your coaches, it’s your parents,” said Ernster.
Ernster also emphasizes the significance of leading by experience and example.
“Like with any sports program, it takes a community of people. It’s not just your coaches, it’s your parents,” said Ernster.
Ernster also emphasizes the significance of leading by experience and example.
Ernster also emphasizes the significance of leading by experience and example.
Ernster also emphasizes the significance of leading by experience and example.
“I think it is important to show that you really get what is going on, in order to get the kids to believe that they can do something you have to show it yourself,” said Ernster.
“I think it is important to show that you really get what is going on, in order to get the kids to believe that they can do something you have to show it yourself,” said Ernster.
“I think it is important to show that you really get what is going on, in order to get the kids to believe that they can do something you have to show it yourself,” said Ernster.
“I think it is important to show that you really get what is going on, in order to get the kids to believe that they can do something you have to show it yourself,” said Ernster.
Long, who is in charge of developing the workouts and facilitating practices, completes every workout that he creates and sometimes even participates in the conditioning with the team members. During grueling practices with what seems like endless sprints and live wrestling, it is easy to want to give up. That is, until Coach Long starts running faster, punching out more pushups and wrestling with an intensity that is hard to match. At that point one’s thoughts go from feeling sorry for oneself to determination fueled by a desire to not get embarrassed by an “old man.” Coach Ernster and Long go further than just coaching, they set an example for their wrestlers.
Long, who is in charge of developing the workouts and facilitating practices, completes every workout that he creates and sometimes even participates in the conditioning with the team members. During grueling practices with what seems like endless sprints and live wrestling, it is easy to want to give up. That is, until Coach Long starts running faster, punching out more pushups and wrestling with an intensity that is hard to match. At that point one’s thoughts go from feeling sorry for oneself to determination fueled by a desire to not get embarrassed by an “old man.” Coach Ernster and Long go further than just coaching, they set an example for their wrestlers.
Long, who is in charge of developing the workouts and facilitating practices, completes every workout that he creates and sometimes even participates in the conditioning with the team members. During grueling practices with what seems like endless sprints and live wrestling, it is easy to want to give up. That is, until Coach Long starts running faster, punching out more pushups and wrestling with an intensity that is hard to match. At that point one’s thoughts go from feeling sorry for oneself to determination fueled by a desire to not get embarrassed by an “old man.” Coach Ernster and Long go further than just coaching, they set an example for their wrestlers.
“I really value what [Long] has done for me these past six years because he has never given up on me… he has done stuff for me that I think I wouldn’t do for other people,” said Williams.
Long, who is in charge of developing the workouts and facilitating practices, completes every workout that he creates and sometimes even participates in the conditioning with the team members. During grueling practices with what seems like endless sprints and live wrestling, it is easy to want to give up. That is, until Coach Long starts running faster, punching out more pushups and wrestling with an intensity that is hard to match. At that point one’s thoughts go from feeling sorry for oneself to determination fueled by a desire to not get embarrassed by an “old man.” Coach Ernster and Long go further than just coaching, they set an example for their wrestlers.
“I really value what [Long] has done for me these past six years because he has never given up on me… he has done stuff for me that I think I wouldn’t do for other people,” said Williams.
“I really value what [Long] has done for me these past six years because he has never given up on me… he has done stuff for me that I think I wouldn’t do for other people,” said Williams.
Williams was one of six seniors on the wrestling team this year, four of which had been practicing together since seventh grade. All of them had high levels of achievement, with three out of the four of them placing in the State tournament their senior year. This group of seniors held each other accountable throughout their high school careers regardless of challenges such as losses or injuries. This has no doubt resulted in a higher standard of wrestling than if they hadn’t been together.
Williams was one of six seniors on the wrestling team this year, four of which had been practicing together since seventh grade. All of them had high levels of achievement, with three out of the four of them placing in the State tournament their senior year. This group of seniors held each other accountable throughout their high school careers regardless of challenges such as losses or injuries. This has no doubt resulted in a higher standard of wrestling than if they hadn’t been together.
“I think elite wrestlers bring everyone else up around them… this year was a perfect example where everyone just kinda fed off of everyone and got better,” said Ernster. This group of seniors, however, were not the only ones elevating the level of wrestling at LHS this year. There are also numerous volunteer coaches that have come in to help teach throughout the years. The volunteer coaches, mostly made up of LHS alumni, come to practice strictly for the benefit of LHS’s current wrestlers. This year Coach Colin, Drake Bachmeier and Tae Ellenbecker were volunteer coaches that were involved in practice almost every day. Ellenbecker, who was state runner-up in 2022, acted as an especially outstanding role model for the team. He provided an example of what one can achieve by working hard and buying into what the coaches teach.
Spinsters was an extraordinary dance for all students, specifically because every school attended. Founded by EmBe, the event was held at The District, and it was meant to be more casual rather than formal. In addition, another unique difference about this dance was the girls asked the guy to go to the dance. This is because the dance started in the 1930s back when girls would typically ask guys to the dance, compared to our modern society where typically the guy asks the girl, this would be a fun old-school tradition to bring back that would switch the roles that the world has put in place.
“I really value what [Long] has done for me these past six years because he has never given up on me… he has done stuff for me that I think I wouldn’t do for other people,” said Williams. Williams was one of six seniors on the wrestling team this year, four of which had been practicing together since seventh grade. All of them had high levels of achievement, with three out of the four of them placing in the State tournament their senior year. This group of seniors held each other accountable throughout their high school careers regardless of challenges such as losses or injuries. This has no doubt resulted in a higher standard of wrestling than if they hadn’t been together.
Williams was one of six seniors on the wrestling team this year, four of which had been practicing together since seventh grade. All of them had high levels of achievement, with three out of the four of them placing in the State tournament their senior year. This group of seniors held each other accountable throughout their high school careers regardless of challenges such as losses or injuries. This has no doubt resulted in a higher standard of wrestling than if they hadn’t been together.
“I think elite wrestlers bring everyone else up around them… this year was a perfect example where everyone just kinda fed off of everyone and got better,” said Ernster.
“I think elite wrestlers bring everyone else up around them… this year was a perfect example where everyone just kinda fed off of everyone and got better,” said Ernster.
This group of seniors, however, were not the only ones elevating the level of wrestling at LHS this year. There are also numerous volunteer coaches that have come in to help teach throughout the years. The volunteer coaches, mostly made up of LHS alumni, come to practice strictly for the benefit of LHS’s current wrestlers. This year Coach Colin, Drake Bachmeier and Tae Ellenbecker were volunteer coaches that were involved in practice almost every day. Ellenbecker, who was state runner-up in 2022, acted as an especially outstanding role model for the team. He provided an example of what one can achieve by working hard and buying into what the coaches teach.
This group of seniors, however, were not the only ones elevating the level of wrestling at LHS this year. There are also numerous volunteer coaches that have come in to help teach throughout the years. The volunteer coaches, mostly made up of LHS alumni, come to practice strictly for the benefit of LHS’s current wrestlers. This year Coach Colin, Drake Bachmeier and Tae Ellenbecker were volunteer coaches that were involved in practice almost every day. Ellenbecker, who was state runner-up in 2022, acted as an especially outstanding role model for the team. He provided an example of what one can achieve by working hard and buying into what the coaches teach.
Williams’ commitment to the LHS wrestling team has made a statement for what LHS wrestling can look like, a statement that now sets the standard for up-and-coming wrestlers. Yusuf Mire, an LHS freshman and first year wrestler summed up Williams’ victory very well.
“I think elite wrestlers bring everyone else up around them… this year was a perfect example where everyone just kinda fed off of everyone and got better,” said Ernster. This group of seniors, however, were not the only ones elevating the level of wrestling at LHS this year. There are also numerous volunteer coaches that have come in to help teach throughout the years. The volunteer coaches, mostly made up of LHS alumni, come to practice strictly for the benefit of LHS’s current wrestlers. This year Coach Colin, Drake Bachmeier and Tae Ellenbecker were volunteer coaches that were involved in practice almost every day. Ellenbecker, who was state runner-up in 2022, acted as an especially outstanding role model for the team. He provided an example of what one can achieve by working hard and buying into what the coaches teach. Williams’ commitment to the LHS wrestling team has made a statement for what LHS wrestling can look like, a statement that now sets the standard for up-and-coming wrestlers. Yusuf Mire, an LHS freshman and first year wrestler summed up Williams’ victory very well. “Bentley didn’t just win for himself, he won it for teammates, coaches, family and all of Lincoln wrestling,” said Mire.
Williams’ commitment to the LHS wrestling team has made a statement for what LHS wrestling can look like, a statement that now sets the standard for up-and-coming wrestlers. Yusuf Mire, an LHS freshman and first year wrestler summed up Williams’ victory very well.
Williams’ commitment to the LHS wrestling team has made a statement for what LHS wrestling can look like, a statement that now sets the standard for up-and-coming wrestlers. Yusuf Mire, an LHS freshman and first year wrestler summed up Williams’ victory very well. “Bentley didn’t just win for himself, he won it for his teammates, coaches, family and all of Lincoln wrestling,” said Mire.
“Bentley didn’t just win for himself, he won it for teammates, coaches, family and all of Lincoln wrestling,” said Mire.
“Bentley didn’t just win for himself, he won it for his teammates, coaches, family and all of Lincoln wrestling,” said Mire.
BY W ILL H ANSEN
Spinsters was also a fundraiser where the profits would go to serving women in the community. Typically, Spinsters raised a great amount of money each year because every school attended. The cost ranged each year from $20-$40 depending on whether you went alone or were a couple. Spinsters was also seen as a less formal dance. It was more casual, and typically people would wear more fun clothes rather than the standard formal clothing for dances. This would be a nice switch up compared to most dances, as it allows people to express themselves more with what they wear to this dance. This also benefits students who can’t afford to buy a fancy
dress or suit; they can just wear their everyday clothing. for to attend this event towards the end of the school year.
Bringing this event back would be a huge success, and many students would likely participate since every school would be attending. This would allow large amounts of money to be raised for funding, which could go to a good cause. Since spinsters is towards the end of the year, it would allow students who can’t attend prom for them
The reason for Spinsters being discontinued in 2021 was because Embe is hoping to reach new goals and focus on serving the community in other ways, according to Sophie Heinemann from KELOLAND News. Spinsters has a huge legacy, and it’s unfortunate that it ended abruptly. While EmBe may no longer sponsor the Spinsters program, there could still be other ways funding could occur. Since every school would attend, each school could have a fundraiser for the Spinsters dance after the
winter formal dance.
Spinsters has a very big legacy and had an impact on many students. Bringing it back would allow for a dance during the winter for those who are not seniors who can’t attend prom. If the high schools come together and fundraise, Spinsters could come back and allow many wonderful memories to be made.
BY GRACE MINER
BY GRACE MINER
Often
Everything serves as a reminder of those who have passed away from their loved ones. My life has been permanently altered since losing my grandma, who was ingrained into every aspect of my life. My attempts to rediscover a “new normal,” have proven futile time and time again, because life will never be “normal” without her. Instead, I aim to find a way to navigate grief by honoring my grandma’s legacy, and striving to mirror her generosity, kindness and unconditional love. Unfortunately, while loving her is a gift I am grateful for, it does not change the fact that she is gone.
Everything serves as a reminder of those who have passed away from their loved ones. My life has been permanently altered since losing my grandma, who was ingrained into every aspect of my life. My attempts to rediscover a “new normal,” have proven futile time and time again, because life will never be “normal” without her. Instead, I aim to find a way to navigate grief by honoring my grandma’s legacy, and striving to mirror her generosity, kindness and unconditional love. Unfortunately, while loving her is a gift I am grateful for, it does not change the fact that she is gone.
full of magnifying colors and rapid movement throughout the sky, dragonflies invoke a sense of bliss and magic. After losing their uncle to brain cancer in 2013, an LHS student finds dragonflies in their moments of need, allowing them to feel the light their uncle left on their life.
Often full of magnifying colors and rapid movement throughout the sky, dragonflies invoke a sense of bliss and magic. After losing their uncle to brain cancer in 2013, an LHS student finds dragonflies in their moments of need, allowing them to feel the light their uncle left on their life.
Grief is a see-saw, a balancing act between the seemingly endless dark abyss of loss and the light from memories. Loss encompasses both aspects, and it is impossible to live with the memories without living with the pain of loss. Each memory is a reminder that I will never see, hear and hug her again, that her death is real and permanent. Yet, in spite of the darkness loss instigates, the memories I have with her, her everlasting legacy and new memories shared with me continue to guide me through the darkness. At times of doubt and struggle, I believe she leaves signs for me. Fortunately, this is not a unique experience for my family and me. Several LHS students share similar experiences, feelings of hope in the midst of the darkness grief creates in the form of signs their loved ones have left them.
Grief is a see-saw, a balancing act between the seemingly endless dark abyss of loss and the light from memories. Loss encompasses both aspects, and it is impossible to live with the memories without living with the pain of loss. Each memory is a reminder that I will never see, hear and hug her again, that her death is real and permanent. Yet, in spite of the darkness loss instigates, the memories I have with her, her everlasting legacy and new memories shared with me continue to guide me through the darkness. At times of doubt and struggle, I believe she leaves signs for me. Fortunately, this is not a unique experience for my family and me. Several LHS students share similar experiences, feelings of hope in the midst of the darkness grief creates in the form of signs their loved ones have left them.
“During COVID, I was struggling with not being able to see anyone. One day I had sat outside to get some fresh air and a dragonfly had perched on my hand. At first I assumed that it might have hurt its wing, but upon further inspection it seemed it simply wanted to lay on my hand. The dragonfly and I had stayed like that for two hours simply sitting there together. It helped ease my loneliness and brought some joy to me. I believe my uncle simply wanted to be there with me and offer up his comfort,” said an anonymous LHS student.
“During COVID, I was struggling with not being able to see anyone. One day I had sat outside to get some fresh air and a dragonfly had perched on my hand. At first I assumed that it might have hurt its wing, but upon further inspection it seemed it simply wanted to lay on my hand. The dragonfly and I had stayed like that for two hours simply sitting there together. It helped ease my loneliness and brought some joy to me. I believe my uncle simply wanted to be there with me and offer up his comfort,” said an anonymous LHS student.
AAwell-known experience after losing a loved one is called the “cardinal experience.” It occurs after the passing of a loved one, when one sees a red cardinal unexpectedly in either a time of struggle or a celebratory moment. One LHS student has experienced this, with the cardinal being from their departed uncle.
well-known experience after losing a loved one is called the “cardinal experience.” It occurs after the passing of a loved one, when one sees a red cardinal unexpectedly in either a time of struggle or a celebratory moment. One LHS student has experienced this, with the cardinal being from their departed uncle.
“I always see a cardinal on an important day of my life, and I have always seen that as my uncle visiting me. My grandma always said how cardinals were a sign of a loved one visiting and whenever we see one we immediately think of my uncle,” said an anonymous LHS student. More importantly, the impact their uncle had on this LHS student makes the sight of a cardinal meaningful and a reminder of the love they shared for one another.
“I always see a cardinal on an important day of my life, and I have always seen that as my uncle visiting me. My grandma always said how cardinals were a sign of a loved one visiting and whenever we see one we immediately think of my uncle,” said an anonymous LHS student. More importantly, the impact their uncle had on this LHS student makes the sight of a cardinal meaningful and a reminder of the love they shared for one another.
Not only did their experience with a dragonfly symbolize their uncle’s impact on them, but the dragonfly’s parallelism with their uncle, in a vigor and understanding of life, further promoted that is how their uncle chose to continue visiting them.
Not only did their experience with a dragonfly symbolize their uncle’s impact on them, but the dragonfly’s parallelism with their uncle, in a vigor and understanding of life, further promoted that is how their uncle chose to continue visiting them.
“I remember all the times he babysat me when I was young and all the self confidence boosts he gave me as I grew up. Without him I don’t know what kind of person I would be today,” said an anonymous LHS student.
“I remember all the times he babysat me when I was young and all the self confidence boosts he gave me as I grew up. Without him I don’t know what kind of person I would be today,” said an anonymous LHS student.
AAhawk, with their sharp talons, strong teeth and decadent wing patterns, symbolizes strength and protection. Yet, for an LHS student, a hawk represents much more - their passed grandfather and what he valued in his life.
hawk, with their sharp talons, strong teeth and decadent wing patterns, symbolizes strength and protection. Yet, for an LHS student, a hawk represents much more - their passed grandfather and what he valued in his life.
“Whenever I’m driving I see a Hawk, and he was the biggest Seahawks fan, and so I always say he’s protecting me while soaring,” said an anonymous LHS student.
“Whenever I’m driving I see a Hawk, and he was the biggest Seahawks fan, and so I always say he’s protecting me while soaring,” said an anonymous LHS student. Not only was their grandfather an avid football fan, but he also left an undeniable mark of never ending love on their family.
Not only was their grandfather an avid football fan, but he also left an undeniable mark of never ending love on their family.
family.
“They were an amazing father and grandfather,” said an anonymous LHS student.
“They were an amazing father and grandfather,” said an anonymous LHS student.
“He always had a deeper understanding and love for life,” said an anonymous LHS student.
“He always had a deeper understanding and love for life,” said an anonymous LHS student.
Transformation,
Transformation,
detailed patterns, decadent colors. Each of these terms describe butterflies and loss. Both require a transformation, and an adjustment to a new life. Both lead to new patterns; such as, a new daily routine and a new perspective on life. Both lead to a continuation of life, in the formation of new colors, new discoveries and new journeys. For one LHS student, butterflies take on an incredibly important role, as they signify their passed aunt.
detailed patterns, decadent colors. Each of these terms describe butterflies and loss. Both require a transformation, and an adjustment to a new life. Both lead to new patterns; such as, a new daily routine and a new perspective on life. Both lead to a continuation of life, in the formation of new colors, new discoveries and new journeys. For one LHS student, butterflies take on an incredibly important role, as they signify their passed aunt.
“She was my aunt but was more like a mom. My biological mom died when I was seven, and when my dad also passed away, she took my sister and I into her home with open arms. She had terrible health issues, but even with this obstacle, she treated us like her own. Up until her death, she always put us first, even when we watched her take her last breath in the ICU. I hadn’t, and still have yet to meet someone as giving and genuine as her,” said an anonymous LHS student.
“She was my aunt but was more like a mom. My biological mom died when I was seven, and when my dad also passed away, she took my sister and I into her home with open arms. She had terrible health issues, but even with this obstacle, she treated us like her own. Up until her death, she always put us first, even when we watched her take her last breath in the ICU. I hadn’t, and still have yet to meet someone as giving and genuine as her,” said an anonymous LHS student.
Their aunt’s unconditional love and role as a parental figure made their loss incredibly painful, making her love of butterflies and the meaning they symbolize for this LHS student a light in the midst of the darkness.
Their aunt’s unconditional love and role as a parental figure made their loss incredibly painful, making her love of butterflies and the meaning they symbolize for this LHS student a light in the midst of the darkness.
“Her favorite animal was a butterfly. Now every year on her birthday we release butterflies. Also, I always happen to see butterflies, where they’re real or just a picture, on my hardest days,” said an anonymous LHS student.
“Her favorite animal was a butterfly. Now every year on her birthday we release butterflies. Also, I always happen to see butterflies, where they’re real or just a picture, on my hardest days,” said an anonymous LHS student.
BY CAROLINE HUGHES & REAGAN WUILF
Shopping can feel overwhelming, especially online shopping. There are new clothing trends, websites and apps almost every day. The most recent and popular online shopping app, Temu, has had a hold of online shoppers these days. This is most likely due to the fact that Temu gives out coupons every time the app is opened. The new app is called Temu. Many believe that it is just like Shein, with cheap prices and bad quality. We are here to give out honest reviews of their products.
One disadvantage of Temu is that it can take a while to receive your package. In my experience, if you order a small number of goods, your package will come sooner. On the other hand, if you order an abundance of items, like I did, it can take up to two weeks or more to get to your doorstep. I received one of the items I ordered within a few days then after about two weeks everything else came together.
When I received my package everything was wrapped individually and the packaging had a cheap smell to it. I began to worry that maybe Temu was not “all that”. As I opened the packages I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of the clothes that I received. The clothes were made of quality fabric, along with the swimsuits. I immediately threw the clothes in the washer/dryer so that I could test if they would shrink. They did not. I then began to open the earrings, necklaces, candles, scrapbooks and gadgets I had received and had nothing to complain about with the product. The jewelry will eventually rust like any other jewelry that is bought from Target or Lovisa. I also decided to buy a mini steamer/ iron for when I go off to college. It plugs into the wall with a little water input spot on the top. I would not buy that product again. It gets really hot but the water comes out more like spray not steam. Overall, my package was worth the wait for the price of the items.
While Caroline ordered mostly clothes, I went a different route and ordered a little kitchen and home gadgets. My favorite purchase by far was a butter sprayer where I can store my infused butter. I assumed it would break easily, but it has been through the dishwasher a couple of times and has had no problems with deformation or melting that might come with cheap plastic. Another purchase that was totally worth it was the $2 microfiber towels embroidered with lettering used to take off my makeup. They have not been altered in the washing machine and are almost identical to the ones my mom got from Target for $14. The biggest advantage to shopping on Temu are the coupons they give you when you go to check out. When I was about to pay it brought me to a page that allowed me to pick 5 items for one cent. I was able to get a couple of jewelry organizers and cotton pad holders for my bathroom. Some of the deals seem too good to be true but when my package came it was all great quality. I think ordering clothes causes your package to take longer to arrive but since I just ordered home goods, my package only took four days.
Do not shop for an item before checking Temu’s price first. There are a few items that I would not trust Temu for but for the most part, their quality in our experience has been worth the price. Everyone’s experience will probably be slightly different, but considering our reviews, we would say that Temu is a reputable online shopping app.
Do not shop for an item before checking Temu’s price first. There are a few items that I would not trust Temu for but for the most part, their quality in our experience has been worth the price. Everyone’s experience will probably be slightly different, but considering our reviews, we would say that Temu is a reputable online shopping app.
The Onion Ring is a rendition of The Onion, which uses satire to entertain audiences on current events. Please do not take offense to these stories, as they are purely for entertainment purposes.
The Onion Ring is a rendition of The Onion, which uses satire to entertain audiences on current events. Please do not take offense to these stories, as they are purely for entertainment purposes.
“I hear devious laughter from very short people.”
“I got meowed at one time.”
-LHS junior
“Just a Dream”Nelly
BY RYAN CALHOUN
-LHS sophomore
“Hey there Delilah”Plain White T’s
“Safe and Sound”Capital Cities
“Wake Me Up”Avicii
“You Belong with Me” - Taylor Swift
BY BOBBY PARKER
BY BOBBY PARKER
“There was a dropped hard-boiled egg that got crushed all over the hallway.”
-LHS junior
“A fart with a wave of warmth”
-LHS junior
The one minute warning playlist perfectly accompanied by the wildest out of context side conversations you have ever heard. The sounds of LHS hallways.
Unfathomable body odor for breakfast, sloppy joe at lunch and unsuccessful attempts at covering up the body odor for dessert. The smells of the LHS hallways.
1. Thou shalt maintain a respectful distance between thyself and thy fellow urinator, for the buffer zone is sacred and inviolable. To breach this space is to invite the wrath of awkwardness upon thee.
1. Thou shalt maintain a respectful distance between thyself and thy fellow urinator, for the buffer zone is sacred and inviolable. To breach this space is to invite the wrath of awkwardness upon thee.
2. Thou shalt never make eye contact with another man whilst in the act of relieving oneself, for such a transgression is an affront to the delicate balance of bathroom decorum.
2. Thou shalt never make eye contact with another man whilst in the act of relieving oneself, for such a transgression is an affront to the delicate balance of bathroom decorum.
3. Thou shalt engage in the ancient art of selective urinal usage, choosing thy station with care and deliberation to avoid encroaching upon another’s personal space.
3. Thou shalt engage in the ancient art of selective urinal usage, choosing thy station with care and deliberation to avoid encroaching upon another’s personal space.
5. Thou shalt master the art of the strategic flush, masking the sounds of bodily functions with the roar of rushing water to preserve the illusion of dignity.
5. Thou shalt master the art of the strategic flush, masking the sounds of bodily functions with the roar of rushing water to preserve the illusion of dignity.
4. Thou shalt speak only if spoken to, for conversation in the men’s bathroom is a perilous endeavor that may lead to discomfort and existential crisis.
4. Thou shalt speak only if spoken to, for conversation in the men’s bathroom is a perilous endeavor that may lead to discomfort and existential crisis.
If you are one of the students engaging in inappropriate behaviors at 8 a.m. in the auditorium foyer, please change. The sights of the LHS hallways.
“Two girls were just walking around the
“Two girls were just walking around the hallways eating mac & cheese from large bowls.”
-LHS freshman
“I’ve seen nauseating amounts of PDA.”
-LHS sophomore
Perfectly encapsulated by the awkward moment when you turn around to confront your friend after they step on your shoe three times and find a complete stranger looking back at you. The experience of the LHS hallways.
“Dr. Chiarello made a kid sprint up and down stairs.”
7. Thou shalt not linger unnecessarily in the presence of the sink but swiftly attend to thy ablutions and make way for others to fulfill their hygienic duties.
7. Thou shalt not linger unnecessarily in the presence of the sink but swiftly attend to thy ablutions and make way for others to fulfill their hygienic duties.
6. Thou shalt respect the sanctity of the empty stall, for it is a place of refuge and solace for those in need of privacy or extended contemplation.
6. Thou shalt respect the sanctity of the empty stall, for it is a place of refuge and solace for those in need of privacy or extended contemplation.
8. Thou shalt refrain from whistling, humming or any other form of audible expression whilst in the men’s bathroom, for such noises disrupt the sacred silence of the restroom.
8. Thou shalt refrain from whistling, humming or any other form of audible expression whilst in the men’s bathroom, for such noises disrupt the sacred silence of the restroom.
9. Thou shalt not engage in excessive
9. Thou shalt not engage in excessive
preening or grooming activities, lest thou draw attention to thyself and disrupt the delicate equilibrium of bathroom behavior.
-LHS senior
-LHS junior “I slipped on a puddle in the lunchroom on the second day of freshman year.”
10. Thou shalt exit the
10. Thou shalt exit the
men’s bathroom with a nod of acknowledgment to thy fellow occupants, acknowledging the shared experience of this strange and wondrous realm.
BY ZOE LARSON, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
BY ZOE LARSON, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
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he was just a regular girl. No one would have thought she would become the hero Sioux Falls needed. But now…she is Snakewoman.
he was just a regular girl. No one would have thought she would become the hero Sioux Falls needed. But now…she is Snakewoman.
Comparable to her predecessors, she was orphaned at the young age of 10. Before this event, life was no walk in the park for this girl. The first of the eight homes she lived in during her younger years was behind a KFC and the malodorous fumes took a toll on her developing brain. It is unknown if it was this or the fact that she has had numerous concussions that caused the short-term memory she suffered from. Most of these involved accidents that occurred while skiing, but she also had a 75-pound volleyball pole dropped on her head in the eighth grade. Most recently, she fell on her head when going down a secret passageway at the notoriously dangerous Great Bear, resulting in her ninth concussion.
The turmoil of this girl’s life does not end at black diamonds. In what can only be described as an act of pure jealousy of her powers, she was hit in the McDonald’s parking lot and again on the way to school. In a failed attempt to undo harm to her, scalding hot chicken noodle soup was served to her and when she inevitably burned her hand on the bowl, she dropped it. The horrific accident resulted in second-degree burns.
Comparable to her predecessors, she was orphaned at the young age of 10. Before this event, life was no walk in the park for this girl. The first of the eight homes she lived in during her younger years was behind a KFC and the malodorous fumes took a toll on her developing brain. It is unknown if it was this or the fact that she has had numerous concussions that caused the short-term memory she suffered from. Most of these involved accidents that occurred while skiing, but she also had a 75-pound volleyball pole dropped on her head in the eighth grade. Most recently, she fell on her head when going down a secret passageway at the notoriously dangerous Great Bear, resulting in her ninth concussion. The turmoil of this girl’s life does not end at black diamonds. In what can only be described as an act of pure jealousy of her powers, she was hit in the McDonald’s parking lot and again on the way to school. In a failed attempt to undo harm to her, scalding hot chicken noodle soup was served to her and when she inevitably burned her hand on the bowl, she dropped it. The horrific accident resulted in second-degree burns.
This plague of envy started shortly after the accident that changed her life. At the summer camp she had attended all her life, she was bit by a baby rattlesnake. After a tortuous stay in the hospital (it was 18 hours), nothing was the same. Veins that once gave a blue hue to her skin now appeared neon green. Her upper canines grew sharper and longer, despite them being growing since middle school. No amount of lotion could cure the scaly, dry feel of her skin. Worst of all, the hard work that the once 18-month-old put in was dissipating as the impulse to slither grew stronger than that of walking.
This plague of envy started shortly after the accident that changed her life. At the summer camp she had attended all her life, she was bit by a baby rattlesnake. After a tortuous stay in the hospital (it was 18 hours), nothing was the same. Veins that once gave a blue hue to her skin now appeared neon green. Her upper canines grew sharper and longer, despite them being growing since middle school. No amount of lotion could cure the scaly, dry feel of her skin. Worst of all, the hard work that the once 18-month-old put in was dissipating as the impulse to slither grew stronger than that of walking.
Similar to the feeling of dread that one gets before walking into their first period 10 minutes late with Scooters in hand, this
Similar to the feeling of dread that one gets before walking into their first period 10 minutes late with Scooters in hand, this
was chronic. What followed, shocked her; every time the feeling subsided, Tea Storm Chasers would post about the most recent crime that occurred. She thought to herself “Surely this is just a coincidence.”
However, it was proven wrong.
was chronic. What followed, shocked her; every time the feeling subsided, Tea Storm Chasers would post about the most recent crime that occurred. She thought to herself “Surely this is just a coincidence.” However, it was proven wrong.
Due to the short-term memory loss, she couldn’t remember the day her powers fully emerged; taking her true form, she took to the streets on the hunt for crime. In a true snake-like manner, she slithered to and from each soon-to-be crime scene. In the early days of her crimestopping, one could look at the sidewalk on their commute to school, only to see
Due to the short-term memory loss, she couldn’t remember the day her powers fully emerged; taking her true form, she took to the streets on the hunt for crime. In a true snake-like manner, she slithered to and from each soon-to-be crime scene. In the early days of her crimestopping, one could look at the sidewalk on their commute to school, only to see
a 5’5” human-snake hybrid traveling no faster than the average freshman. Her true capabilities came to be when she invested in a hoverboard.
a 5’5” human-snake hybrid traveling no faster than the average freshman. Her true capabilities came to be when she invested in a hoverboard.
The status quo crime rate of Sioux Falls has been diminished thanks to this hoverboardwielding hero. You may have seen her in the hallway begging Mr. Kocer to mark her present for ad room, and you may even sit next to her in anatomy trying her best not to hurl at pictures of the brain. She is the one to thank for the ability to walk all around Sioux Falls unworried of being pick-pocketed. Her name is Zoe Larson: Snakewoman.
The status quo crime rate of Sioux Falls has been diminished thanks to this hoverboardwielding hero. You may have seen her in the hallway begging Mr. Kocer to mark her present for ad room, and you may even sit next to her in anatomy trying her best not to hurl at pictures of the brain. She is the one to thank for the ability to walk all around Sioux Falls unworried of being pick-pocketed. Her name is Zoe Larson: Snakewoman.
BY LAILA MILLER
BY LAILA MILLER
As a distance runner and swimmer, I would say I am deserving of the title student-athlete, which is a role I thoroughly love from the depths of my heart. A large majority of students at LHS also associate with this title, but this is my personal experience as a student-athlete.
Morning practice. Two words that have never pleased my ears more. Waking up early allows me to be more productive throughout the day. Yes, I am exhausted the rest of the day but that is what caffeine is for. There is nothing I enjoy more than jumping into a freezing pool at 5:30 in the morning. It really helps me wake up. Cold water also helps close pores, which makes up for the dead hair and dry skin that swimming gives me. The thought of still getting to go to school after practice is what gets me through the burning shoulders and legs I feel while swimming. But pain just means I am working hard, right?
When I have evening practice, for either swimming or running, I go to school, go to practice, take a shower, eat supper, pack everything I need for the next day, spend some time scrolling on my phone then finally start on homework at 11 p.m.. Do not worry though; this gives me plenty of time to do assignments for my advanced classes. I also only need a couple of hours of sleep each night to function through the long days, which is why my student-athlete schedule is perfect for me. When I do not have practice after school, I have too much time to myself; it is so overwhelming.
Tapering: the practice of reducing exercise in the days just before an important competition. Also known as my least favorite part of being an athlete. The only way to get faster at meets is to go faster and harder at practice, so having easier workouts is just a waste of time. I beg my coaches to stop doing taper but they just don’t listen to me. Does anyone actually like taper?
Of course, as I have made very clear, being a student-athlete is too easy, so why not pile three AP classes onto that? Also, to add a bit more of a challenge, I decided to do swimming, which is a yearround sport with a whole two months of break throughout the whole year, and overlaps the cross country and track seasons. I love challenging myself because it makes me a better person, so I am not complaining. Staying focused on the constant need to perform well academically and athletically is what distracts me from being trapped in my own thoughts and having an existential crisis. Oh how I love being a student-athlete.
“Alpha males don’t go to school; they drop out, start a business and make a mil by eighteen.” - LHS junior Lazarus Hitchcock
“Alpha males don’t go to school; they drop out, start a business and make a mil by eighteen.” - LHS junior Lazarus Hitchcock
“[Alphas are] big, strong, and dominant men.”LHS junior Hannah Basel
“[Alphas are] big, strong, and dominant men.”LHS junior Hannah Basel
“[Alphas are] big, strong, and dominant men.”LHS junior Hannah Basel
“[Alphas are] big, strong, and dominant men.”LHS junior Hannah Basel
“[Alphas are] big, strong, and dominant men.”LHS junior Hannah Basel
“Alpha males don’t go to school; they drop out, start a business and make a mil by eighteen.” - LHS junior Lazarus Hitchcock
“Alpha males don’t go to school; they drop out, start a business and make a mil by eighteen.” - LHS junior Lazarus Hitchcock
“Alpha males don’t go to school; they drop out, start a business and make a mil by eighteen.” - LHS junior Lazarus Hitchcock
“[Alphas are] the head honchos.” - LHS senior Elise Groher
“[Alphas are] the head honchos.” - LHS senior Elise Groher
“[Alphas are] the head honchos.” - LHS senior Elise Groher
“[Alphas are] the head honchos.” - LHS senior Elise Groher
“[Alphas are] the head honchos.” - LHS senior Elise Groher
BY SHALOM KATO AND KATYA SURENDRAN
To start our alpha transformation, we created a concoction built for gym rats and frat boys– protein shakes. It was not just any protein shake, but a supreme shake that helped us gain at least 800 lbs in muscle and grow seven feet. In our wife beaters and backward caps, we put into the blender a mixture of unverifiable foods.
To start our alpha transformation, we created a concoction built for gym rats and frat boys– protein shakes. It was not just any protein shake, but a supreme shake that helped us gain at least 800 lbs in muscle and grow seven feet. In our wife beaters and backward caps, we put into the blender a mixture of unverifiable foods.
To start our alpha transformation, we created a concoction built for gym rats and frat boys– protein shakes. It was not just any protein shake, but a supreme shake that helped us gain at least 800 lbs in muscle and grow seven feet. In our wife beaters and backward caps, we put into the blender a mixture of unverifiable foods.
To start our alpha transformation, we created a concoction built for gym rats and frat boys– protein shakes. It was not just any protein shake, but a supreme shake that helped us gain at least 800 lbs in muscle and grow seven feet. In our wife beaters and backward caps, we put into the blender a mixture of unverifiable foods.
To start our alpha transformation, we created a concoction built for gym rats and frat boys– protein shakes. It was not just any protein shake, but a supreme shake that helped us gain at least 800 lbs in muscle and grow seven feet. In our wife beaters and backward caps, we put into the blender a mixture of unverifiable foods.
This mixture was so disgustingly alpha, we threw up pheromones. Just like pain is beauty, pain is alpha, and we could feel the macho male power coursing through us as we curled 200 lbs and let out masculine roars. Suddenly our pecs grew and our abs flourished, and as a result, we got one step closer to becoming alphas.
BY SHALOM KATO AND KATYA SURENDRAN
BY SHALOM KATO AND KATYA SURENDRAN
BY SHALOM KATO AND KATYA SURENDRAN
It is every man, woman, child and person’s dream to have an aura of authority, instill respect in lessers and grasp true dominance. Alphas can truly have it all, which begs the question: How does one become an alpha? With five simple steps, as outlined by ChatGPT, we will transform teens from beta to alpha. In fact, we have completed the process and documented it here for the world to see. The following is the unleashing of our dominance. Prepare yourselves for the new and improved alphas of LHS.
It is every man, woman, child and person’s dream to have an aura of authority, instill respect in lessers and grasp true dominance. Alphas can truly have it all, which begs the question: How does one become an alpha? With five simple steps, as outlined by ChatGPT, we will transform teens from beta to alpha. In fact, we have completed the process and documented it here for the world to see. The following is the unleashing of our dominance. Prepare yourselves for the new and improved alphas of LHS.
It is every man, woman, child and person’s dream to have an aura of authority, instill respect in lessers and grasp true dominance. Alphas can truly have it all, which begs the question: How does one become an alpha? With five simple steps, as outlined by ChatGPT, we will transform teens from beta to alpha. In fact, we have completed the process and documented it here for the world to see. The following is the unleashing of our dominance. Prepare yourselves for the new and improved alphas of LHS.
It is every man, woman, child and person’s dream to have an aura of authority, instill respect in lessers and grasp true dominance. Alphas can truly have it all, which begs the question: How does one become an alpha? With five simple steps, as outlined by ChatGPT, we will transform teens from beta to alpha. In fact, we have completed the process and documented it here for the world to see. The following is the unleashing of our dominance. Prepare yourselves for the new and improved alphas of LHS.
It is every man, woman, child and person’s dream to have an aura of authority, instill respect in lessers and grasp true dominance. Alphas can truly have it all, which begs the question: How does one become an alpha? With five simple steps, as outlined by ChatGPT, we will transform teens from beta to alpha. In fact, we have completed the process and documented it here for the world to see. The following is the unleashing of our dominance. Prepare yourselves for the new and improved alphas of LHS.
“What are Alphas?” - Our dads
“Tall people, standing so far above other people, are the true alphas.” - LHS sophomore and local tall activist Callaway Weeks
“Tall people, standing so far above other people, are the true alphas.” - LHS sophomore and local tall activist Callaway Weeks
This mixture was so disgustingly alpha, we threw up pheromones. Just like pain is beauty, pain is alpha, and we could feel the macho male power coursing through us as we curled 200 lbs and let out masculine roars. Suddenly our pecs grew and our abs flourished, and as a result, we got one step closer to becoming alphas.
Beta Shalom is jumping on our old beta clothes and we upgraded to Alpha drip.
Beta Shalom is jumping on our old beta clothes and we upgraded to Alpha drip.
Beta Shalom is jumping on our old beta clothes and we upgraded to Alpha drip.
Beta Shalom is jumping on our old beta clothes and we upgraded to Alpha drip.
Beta Shalom is jumping on our old beta clothes and we upgraded to Alpha drip.
This mixture was so disgustingly alpha, we threw up pheromones. Just like pain is beauty, pain is alpha, and we could feel the macho male power coursing through us as we curled 200 lbs and let out masculine roars. Suddenly our pecs grew and our abs flourished, and as a result, we got one step closer to becoming alphas.
This mixture was so disgustingly alpha, we threw up pheromones. Just like pain is beauty, pain is alpha, and we could feel the macho male power coursing through us as we curled 200 lbs and let out masculine roars. Suddenly our pecs grew and our abs flourished, and as a result, we got one step closer to becoming alphas.
Although we were teary-eyed at the thought of parting with our beloved graphic t-shirts, we did as ChatGPT commanded. Swapping our baggy cargo pants for neutral colored slacks, and Bob Ross with tight black, sleeve length button-downs, we adorned our gold chain drip and fancy watches. Finally, much like Cinderella, we donned some sleek sneakers and wide-framed sunglasses, asserting our dominance on the world.
Although we were teary-eyed at the thought of parting with our beloved graphic t-shirts, we did as ChatGPT commanded. Swapping our baggy cargo pants for neutral colored slacks, and Bob Ross with tight black, sleeve length button-downs, we adorned our gold chain drip and fancy watches. Finally, much like Cinderella, we donned some sleek sneakers and wide-framed sunglasses, asserting our dominance on the world.
Although we were teary-eyed at the thought of parting with our beloved graphic t-shirts, we did as ChatGPT commanded. Swapping our baggy cargo pants for neutral colored slacks, and Bob Ross with tight black, sleeve length button-downs, we adorned our gold chain drip and fancy watches. Finally, much like Cinderella, we donned some sleek sneakers and wide-framed sunglasses, asserting our dominance on the world.
Although we were teary-eyed at the thought of parting with our beloved graphic t-shirts, we did as ChatGPT commanded. Swapping our baggy cargo pants for neutral colored slacks, and Bob Ross with tight black, sleeve length button-downs, we adorned our gold chain drip and fancy watches. Finally, much like Cinderella, we donned some sleek sneakers and wide-framed sunglasses, asserting our dominance on the world.
Although we were teary-eyed at the thought of parting with our beloved graphic t-shirts, we did as ChatGPT commanded. Swapping our baggy cargo pants for neutral colored slacks, and Bob Ross with tight black, sleeve length button-downs, we adorned our gold chain drip and fancy watches. Finally, much like Cinderella, we donned some sleek sneakers and wide-framed sunglasses, asserting our dominance on the world.
Of course, all the alphas have their own podcast, so we started our own as well called “Top Dog Talks” by certified alphas Katya Surendran and Shalom Kato. Check out our first episode on women’s rights down below:
Of course, all the alphas have their own podcast, so we started our own as well called “Top Dog Talks” by certified alphas Katya Surendran and Shalom Kato. Check out our first episode on women’s rights down below:
Of course, all the alphas have their own podcast, so we started our own as well called “Top Dog Talks” by certified alphas Katya Surendran and Shalom Kato. Check out our first episode on women’s rights down below:
Of course, all the alphas have their own podcast, so we started our own as well called “Top Dog Talks” by certified alphas Katya Surendran and Shalom Kato. Check out our first episode on women’s rights down below:
Of course, all the alphas have their own podcast, so we started our own as well called “Top Dog Talks” by certified alphas Katya Surendran and Shalom Kato. Check out our first episode on women’s rights down below:
This mixture was so disgustingly alpha, we threw up pheromones. Just like pain is beauty, pain is alpha, and we could feel the macho male power coursing through us as we curled 200 lbs and let out masculine roars. Suddenly our pecs grew and our abs flourished, and as a result, we got one step closer to becoming alphas. does
All the girlfriends we acquired with our 70% success rate on pick up lines, a total of seven.
All the girlfriends we acquired with our 70% success rate on pick up lines, a total of seven.
All the girlfriends we acquired with our 70% success rate on pick up lines, a total of seven.
All the girlfriends we acquired with our 70% success rate on pick up lines, a total of seven.
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lhsstatesman/episodes/Top-DogTalks-e2he8gg
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lhsstatesman/episodes/Top-DogTalks-e2he8gg
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lhsstatesman/episodes/Top-DogTalks-e2he8gg
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lhsstatesman/episodes/Top-DogTalks-e2he8gg
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lhsstatesman/episodes/Top-DogTalks-e2he8gg
To get rizz, we conducted a research experiment on what is the most alpha pickup line. In a survey of 50 high school students of the Sioux Falls School District, 50% stated that the following pickup line was alpha, with the other 50% stating that it was beta: “Math is so confusing, always about x and y but never about you and I.” Meanwhile, 70% stated the following was indeed very alpha: “Baby girl, did we use to go to school together? Because I swear we had chemistry.” According to our extremely official, scientific results, the chemistry line was obviously superior. So as we ventured out into the world, in our new alpha drip of course, we continuously dropped the chemistry pickup line in absolute randos. Thanks to our 70% success rate, we have officially found seven girlfriends (not counting our other side chicks): Alisha, Alex, Cassandra, Sylvia, Bethany and Cassie.
To get rizz, we conducted a research experiment on what is the most alpha pickup line. In a survey of 50 high school students of the Sioux Falls School District, 50% stated that the following pickup line was alpha, with the other 50% stating that it was beta: “Math is so confusing, always about x and y but never about you and I.” Meanwhile, 70% stated the following was indeed very alpha: “Baby girl, did we use to go to school together? Because I swear we had chemistry.” According to our extremely official, scientific results, the chemistry line was obviously superior. So as we ventured out into the world, in our new alpha drip of course, we continuously dropped the chemistry pickup line in absolute randos. Thanks to our 70% success rate, we have officially found seven girlfriends (not counting our other side chicks): Alisha, Alex, Cassandra, Sylvia, Bethany and Cassie.
To get rizz, we conducted a research experiment on what is the most alpha pickup line. In a survey of 50 high school students of the Sioux Falls School District, 50% stated that the following pickup line was alpha, with the other 50% stating that it was beta: “Math is so confusing, always about x and y but never about you and I.” Meanwhile, 70% stated the following was indeed very alpha: “Baby girl, did we use to go to school together? Because I swear we had chemistry.” According to our extremely official, scientific results, the chemistry line was obviously superior. So as we ventured out into the world, in our new alpha drip of course, we continuously dropped the chemistry pickup line in absolute randos. Thanks to our 70% success rate, we have officially found seven girlfriends (not counting our other side chicks): Alisha, Alex, Cassandra, Sylvia, Bethany and Cassie.
To get rizz, we conducted a research experiment on what is the most alpha pickup line. In a survey of 50 high school students of the Sioux Falls School District, 50% stated that the following pickup line was alpha, with the other 50% stating that it was beta: “Math is so confusing, always about x and y but never about you and I.” Meanwhile, 70% stated the following was indeed very alpha: “Baby girl, did we use to go to school together? Because I swear we had chemistry.” According to our extremely official, scientific results, the chemistry line was obviously superior. So as we ventured out into the world, in our new alpha drip of course, we continuously dropped the chemistry pickup line in absolute randos. Thanks to our 70% success rate, we have officially found seven girlfriends (not counting our other side chicks): Alisha, Alex, Cassandra, Sylvia, Bethany and Cassie.
To get rizz, we conducted a research experiment on what is the most alpha pickup line. In a survey of 50 high school students of the Sioux Falls School District, 50% stated that the following pickup line was alpha, with the other 50% stating that it was beta: “Math is so confusing, always about x and y but never about you and I.” Meanwhile, 70% stated the following was indeed very alpha: “Baby girl, did we use to go to school together? Because I swear we had chemistry.” According to our extremely official, scientific results, the chemistry line was obviously superior. So as we ventured out into the world, in our new alpha drip of course, we continuously dropped the chemistry pickup line in absolute randos. Thanks to our 70% success rate, we have officially found seven girlfriends (not counting our other side chicks): Alisha, Alex, Cassandra, Sylvia, Bethany and Cassie.
A “wise man”** who was the Alpha of the Alphas, the cream of the
“What are Alphas?” - Our dads
“What are Alphas?” - Our dads
“What are Alphas?” - Our dads
“What are Alphas?” - Our dads
“Tall people, standing so far above other people, are the true alphas.” - LHS sophomore and local tall activist Callaway Weeks
“Tall people, standing so far above other people, are the true alphas.” - LHS sophomore and local tall activist Callaway Weeks
“Tall people, standing so far above other people, are the true alphas.” - LHS sophomore and local tall activist Callaway Weeks
“[Alphas are] top dogs.” - LHS senior Matthew Krueger
“[Alphas are] top dogs.” - LHS senior Matthew Krueger
“Alphas are people who think they are better than everyone.” - LHS senior Mason Norberg
“Alphas are people who think they are better than everyone.” - LHS senior Mason Norberg
“Alphas are people who think they are better than everyone.” - LHS senior Mason Norberg
“Alphas are people who think they are better than everyone.” - LHS senior Mason Norberg
“Alphas are people who think they are better than everyone.” - LHS senior Mason Norberg
“[Alphas are] top dogs.” - LHS senior Matthew
“[Alphas are] top dogs.” - LHS senior Matthew Krueger
“[Alphas are] top dogs.” - LHS senior Matthew Krueger
Once Katya found a magical Bugatti license, we slapped it on her car and finally became alphas with tasty abs.
Once Katya found a magical Bugatti license, we slapped it on her car and finally became alphas with tasty abs.
Once Katya found a magical Bugatti license, we slapped it on her car and finally became alphas with tasty abs.
Once Katya found a magical Bugatti license, we slapped it on her car and finally became alphas with tasty abs.
Once Katya found a magical Bugatti license, we slapped it on her car and finally became alphas with tasty abs.
**He is not actually a wise man, do not be like him.
**He is not actually a wise man, do not be like him.
**He is not actually a wise man, do not be like him.
A “wise man”** who was the Alpha of the Alphas, the cream of the crop and the man of the manly, asked this philosophical question, becoming foundational to the Alpha constitution. Many sociologists have pondered this school of thought for eons, but to no avail. Historical philosophers like Aristotle, Socrates and Machiavelli tried to crack code for years, hypothesizing what the question “what color Bugatti” is. What is a Bugatti? What does the word “color” truly what, exactly, is the color of your Bugatti? The public may never know, because only so-called “alphas” can understand.
A “wise man”** who was the Alpha of the Alphas, the cream of the crop and the man of the manly, asked this philosophical question, becoming foundational to the Alpha constitution. Many sociologists have pondered this school of thought for eons, but to no avail. Historical philosophers like Aristotle, Socrates and Machiavelli tried to crack the code for years, hypothesizing what the question “what color is your Bugatti” is. What is a Bugatti? What does the word “color” truly mean? And what, exactly, is the color of your Bugatti? The public may never know, because only so-called “alphas” can understand.
A “wise man”** who was the Alpha of the Alphas, the cream of the crop and the man of the manly, asked this philosophical question, becoming foundational to the Alpha constitution. Many sociologists have pondered this school of thought for eons, but to no avail. Historical philosophers like Aristotle, Socrates and Machiavelli tried to crack the code for years, hypothesizing what the question “what color is your Bugatti” is. What is a Bugatti? What does the word “color” truly mean? And what, exactly, is the color of your Bugatti? The public may never know, because only so-called “alphas” can understand.
crop and the man of the manly, asked this philosophical question, becoming foundational to the Alpha constitution. Many sociologists have pondered this school of thought for eons, but to no avail. Historical philosophers like Aristotle, Socrates and Machiavelli tried to crack the code for years, hypothesizing what the question “what color is your Bugatti” is. What is a Bugatti? What does the word “color” truly mean? And what, exactly, is the color of your Bugatti? The public may never know, because only so-called “alphas” can understand.
A “wise man”** who was the Alpha of the Alphas, the cream of the crop and the man of the manly, asked this philosophical question, becoming foundational to the Alpha constitution. Many sociologists have pondered this school of thought for eons, but to no avail. Historical philosophers like Aristotle, Socrates and Machiavelli tried to crack the code for years, hypothesizing what the question “what color is your Bugatti” is. What is a Bugatti? What does the word “color” truly mean? And what, exactly, is the color of your Bugatti? The public may never know, because only so-called “alphas” can understand.
Despite the attempts of sociologists, philosophers and biologists, it still vague on what color fret plebeians, because we Alphas-in-training have were looking to and fro, and finally, we spotted a blue in wild. Its brilliance shined as angels flew and sang. With just one touch, we were finally alphas.
Despite the attempts of psychologists, sociologists, philosophers and biologists, it is still vague on what color the Bugatti is. Do not fret plebeians, because we Alphas-in-training have revealed this mystery. We were looking to and fro, and finally, we spotted a blue bugatti out in the wild. Its brilliance shined as angels flew and sang. With just one touch, we were finally alphas.
Despite the attempts of psychologists, sociologists, philosophers and biologists, it is still vague on what color the Bugatti is. Do not fret plebeians, because we Alphas-in-training have revealed this mystery. We were looking to and fro, and finally, we spotted a blue bugatti out in the wild. Its brilliance shined as angels flew and sang. With just one touch, we were finally alphas.
Despite the attempts of psychologists, sociologists, philosophers and biologists, it still vague on what color the Bugatti is. Do not fret plebeians, because we Alphas-in-training have revealed this mystery. We were looking to and fro, and finally, we spotted a blue bugatti out in the wild. Its brilliance shined as angels flew and sang. With just one touch, we were finally alphas.
Despite the attempts of psychologists, sociologists, philosophers and biologists, it is still vague on what color the Bugatti is. Do not fret plebeians, because we Alphas-in-training have revealed this mystery. We were looking to and fro, and finally, we spotted a blue bugatti out in the wild. Its brilliance shined as angels flew and sang. With just one touch, we were finally alphas.
