Sophia Lim, Section Editor On Feb. 26, Saint Martin’s University celebrated the Lunar New Year in the Norman Worthington Conference Center. The festival, hosted by the International Club, provided an opportunity for students of all cultural backgrounds to gather together and enjoy the festivities that surround this celebration. Also called Chinese New Year, theContinue reading “Lunar New Year Festival”
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Legislature introduces vaccine bills following the measles outbreak in Clark County
Chelsea Mancilla, Guest Writer A heated discussion about vaccinations has emerged in Olympia, Wash. as a result of the measles outbreak in Clark County, with 65 confirmed cases reported since Feb 26. Gov. Jay Inslee has declared a public health emergency in response to the outbreak, which local officials have described as a drainContinue reading “Legislature introduces vaccine bills following the measles outbreak in Clark County”
Washington could become the first state to legalize human composting
Olivia Alvord, Staff Writer Washington could become the first state to allow the option of human composting instead of the traditional routes of burial or cremation. According to NBC News, “This re-composition bill would also make Washington the 17th state to allow alkaline hydrolysis-the dissolving of bodies in a pressurized vessel with water andContinue reading “Washington could become the first state to legalize human composting”
Out with the old and in with the new?
Ryne Oshiro, Staff Writer In any occupation, the people with the most experience often get the nod in certain jobs, such as a managerial position, because of the time and effort they have dedicated to the company. Should the same go for professional sports, such as baseball? It’s a young person’s game, so itContinue reading “Out with the old and in with the new?”
The fight for medicine
Prya Oliveira, Staff Writer Over 30 million people in this country are affected by diabetes. Those with Type 1 diabetes have to take a daily injection of insulin, and about one-third of those who have Type 2 diabetes have to inject daily, too. Since there are no generic competitors for insulin, people pay hundredsContinue reading “The fight for medicine”
The mysterious disappearance of Esanbe Hanakita Kojima
Grace Crocker, Guest writer An entire Japanese island disappeared without a trace, and no one noticed it was missing until very recently. Esanbe Hanakita Kojima was an islet set off the coast of Japan, said to be about one-third of a mile away from the village Sarufutsu, located on the northern tip of Hokkaido.Continue reading “The mysterious disappearance of Esanbe Hanakita Kojima”
Saints softball prepares for start of regular season
Luke Hare, Staff Writer With the Saints having finished their pre-season non-league play, the women’s softball team looks to build off the positives, which include standout hitting and pitching performances. These will be key strengths for the team as they look to gain momentum heading into league play. “I would say that we haveContinue reading “Saints softball prepares for start of regular season”
Comprehensive Sex Education Could Be Required in Washington’s Public Schools
Olivia Alvord, Staff Writer Legislation (SB 5395) is currently being considered that would make it possible that comprehensive sex education could be mandatory in all Washington state public schools. As per The News Tribune, “SB 5395 would require all public schools in Washington to provide inclusive, mandatory sexual education by Sept. 1, 2020.” Previously,Continue reading “Comprehensive Sex Education Could Be Required in Washington’s Public Schools”
Industrial Highlight: Soft drinks and marijuana stocks
Brian Messing, Managing Editor Eric Parks, Section Editor Ever wonder what you should do with your extra cash? Save it? Spend it? How about invest it? Each issue, we will each cover an industry that we choose to highlight that we believe would make an excellent addition to your investment portfolio. This month, weContinue reading “Industrial Highlight: Soft drinks and marijuana stocks”
California town flooded, turns to island
Fiona Whitver, Guest Writer On the morning of Wednesday, Feb. 27, the small river town of Guerneville, was unexpectedly transformed into its own island due to extreme flooding. Sonoma County officials released a statement expressing that the community had been completely inaccessible with an exception to traveling by watercraft. Sonoma County Sheriff’s Department describesContinue reading “California town flooded, turns to island”
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