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?”
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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”
To vaccinate or to not vaccinate?
Prya Oliveira, Staff Writer The decision to vaccinate children has been an argument since vaccinations were introduced. The recent 147 cases of measles that spread into Canada and Mexico from the outbreak in Disneyland, started the controversy all over again. Before the measles vaccine was created in 1963, almost everyone had the disease inContinue reading “To vaccinate or to not vaccinate?”
Do your part to end world hunger
Emily Baca and Jalyn Boado Consider this: nearly half of all child deaths worldwide are linked to malnutrition. Hunger and malnutrition are problems that cross many global borders. It is an issue that affects some of the world’s most vulnerable populations, such as women, children, farmers, and those experiencing poverty. The issue of hunger isContinue reading “Do your part to end world hunger”
Washington Legislature introduces bill to ban plastic bags
Olivia Alvord, Staff Writer State lawmakers have proposed a bill to successfully ban one-time use plastic bags statewide. Per the Washington State Legislature website, “HB 1205’s goal is to reduce pollution from plastic bags by establishing minimum state standards for the use of bags at retail establishments.” It is currently in a House CommitteeContinue reading “Washington Legislature introduces bill to ban plastic bags”
