Author: Matthew Dyck

Opinion: Capitol Reflection

The protests and riots that took place at the United States Capitol on January 6th, 2021 were partisan actions. Taking a stance on the matter might come off as “siding with one party over the other” but that isn’t the…

Winter Holidays

Winter is upon us! Along with the cold snowless season also comes Christmas, but it is important to also recognize that there are other equally important and valid religious and non-religious holidays celebrated around this time. Though you may surround…

Black Voter Suppression

During the Jim Crow era, many laws were passed that made it extremely difficult for black men and women to vote. These laws have since been overturned by way of the Brown v. Board of Education case, the Civil Rights…

Colleges & Corona

Nationwide, colleges are responding to Corona Virus in a variety of different ways but researchers have picked up on one strategy that almost all colleges have adopted in preparation for the school year. Running classes through fall break and getting…

Senior Quarantine

We’ve all had our ups and downs throughout quarantine but our hearts go out to the seniors who’s graduating semester has been turned completely upside down. Cancellations left and right from events like senior trip to whole sport seasons, this…

Unurbanization

We humans have been living in a 24/7 shelter in place drill until further notice, but what about other wildlife? What is happening past our closed doors and shuttered windows? Where are the wild animals and what are they doing? …

G.E.E.S.E

Have you ever heard your dog or cat barking outside? Have you ever felt slightly…uneasy while sitting near a window? Have you ever been overcome with chills while out in your backyard? Do you ever feel like something is watching…

Fast Business Changes – Zoom!

Due to the exponential increase of COVID-19 cases within the states, many businesses are being forced to close. Others stay open because they provide necessities but they too are greatly affected by the Virus. Countless workers have lost their jobs…