‘Clockwork Prince’ winds up a mystery
Caitlyn Nickerson, A&E Editor
December 24, 2011
The new book in Cassandra Clare’s “Infernal Devices” series is set in Victorian London about a century in the past. This sequel to the first book in the series, “Clockwork Angel,” has many of the same aspects as the first does. The characters still seem to be chasing the same enemy as they... Read more »
Feel the steel
Jacob Spader, Reporter
December 21, 2011
Every Dec., 98.9 The Rock put on the annual Twisted Christmas concert. Each year, a different set of bands get chosen to perform the show that is unique to Kansas City. This year, the bill consisted of three bands: local rock stars Red Line Chemistry, national superstars Rev Theory and Vegas showmen... Read more »
Holidays got you down?
Brett Davis, Reporter
December 21, 2011
Most people have heard of depression and a great deal may have even experienced it at some point in their life. Depression, also referred to as Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), affects not only the individual but also those around him or her. MDD is characterized by an all-encompassing low mood, low... Read more »
Psoriasis is more than a skin disease
Kathryn Waugh, Editor-in-Chief
December 21, 2011
It’s red, itchy, painful, flaky and possibly the most irritating condition someone could have. What condition is this? Psoriasis. It’s a very ugly disease and it’s commonly misunderstood. Many people mistake Psoriasis for a skin disease, which in some ways it is, but it’s not. Other misconceptions... Read more »
Swimmers excel at last meet before winter break
Haley Marconett, News Editor
December 21, 2011
Belton swimmers excelled at their last meet before winter break. They also have a meet at Mizzou a few days after Christmas, but the girls really did well at the last meet. Many swimmers said that they are proud of themselves for dropping so much time this soon in the season. There were several swimmers... Read more »
The Pagan Perspective
Brittany Rogoff, Ad's Manager/Reporter
December 21, 2011
Temperatures fall, lights twinkle on fragrant trees, and sunlight retreats early. The Winter Solstice approaches, and for Pagans, the preparation is already underway. A Pagan sees Nature as a body of the Divine, and specific Pagan Earth Religions include, Wicca, Druidism, and Shamanism. Paganism has... Read more »
Pirates overcome Blue Jays
Anthony Biondo, Sports Editor
December 21, 2011
The Boys Basketball team played at home against Raytown High School on December 20th. The Pirates over came the Raytown Blue Jays 57-46 . The Pirates played very well all game, grabbing a big lead within the first few minutes of the game, gaining more momentum as the game went. The Pirates were executing... Read more »
Boys Varsity basketball wins to Raytown
December 21, 2011
There is a difference between skinny and TOO skinny!
Amara Jefferson, Assistant Sports' Editor
December 21, 2011
Recently Victoria’s Secret had their annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show releasing their newest and hottest merchandise and models. Media is at it again, giving young girls and example of what their bodies should look like when in all actuality, it’s an example of what it should not look like. New... Read more »
The grass isn’t always greener for the senior
Naomi Ellifritt, Photo Editor
December 21, 2011
Years are spent eagerly anticipating becoming a high school senior. There’s an idea that with it comes more freedom and fun nights. Between being able to own a car, nearing the final days of having to go to school, the idea that they will for sure get a job by then and make their own money for shopping,... Read more »
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