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Trump Shot: Attempt on Former Presidents Life at Rally

Trump Shot: Attempt on Former President’s Life at Rally

Benjamin Nguyen July 15, 2024

On July 13th, at 6:11 PM EST, multiple shots rang out at a Pennsylvania rally for Former President Donald J. Trump.  President Trump, who was speaking, quickly reached for his ear and fell to the stage as United States Secret Service agents rushed to...

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Six Months Out: Trump Leading Biden in Key Swing States Ahead of 2024 Election

Six Months Out: Trump Leading Biden in Key Swing States Ahead of 2024 Election

Benjamin Nguyen May 23, 2024

President Trump has seen promising leads from several recent polls, which show Joe Biden as highly unpopular, with a 55% job disapproval rating according to FiveThirtyEight recent polling. The Fmr. President is showing favorable leads in key swing states...

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Biden Doesnt Back the Blue

Biden Doesn’t Back the Blue

Benjamin Nguyen May 23, 2024

The week of May 13th was National Police Week where our men and women from across the country who risk their lives keeping the peace were honored for their dedication.  National Police Week 2024 comes amid a far too frequent epidemic of cop shootings,...

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Starbucks Spicy Drinks, EW!

Starbucks Spicy Drinks, EW!

Olivia Eldridge, Social Media Team May 9, 2024

Starbucks does not have any chill! On Tuesday, April 16, Starbucks came out with new Spicy drinks. Starbucks came through with new fun and spicy drinks. They are new refreshers that have a spice taste to them. How did Starbucks make a spicy taste?...

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Should Prom Include ALL Main Campus Students?

Should Prom Include ALL Main Campus Students?

Thomas Price, Website Manager May 3, 2024

Since its creation, Prom has always been an event focused on giving upperclassmen (Juniors and Seniors) a way to celebrate the things they have accomplished, through a dance held at the end of the year: Prom. With a theme selected by the prom-planning...

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Product Review: Spikeball

Product Review: Spikeball

Bradley Wehby April 11, 2024

Looking for a perfect summer game? Spikeball is the best game that has ever been invented. It is cost-friendly, easy to set up, fast-paced, and a great game to play with friends. It is a tiny trampoline that you have to hit with a baseball-sized dodge...

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Which HBCUs Are the Best?

Which HBCUs Are the Best?

Jordan Otabil, Website Staff April 11, 2024

This spring break I had the pleasure of going on a Historically Black College and University(HBCU)Tour. I visited multiple colleges to determine where my home away from home would be. While on tour, I realized many Black people don’t have the chance...

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What to Wear to Prom

What to Wear to Prom

Nylah Escobar April 11, 2024

April 27th, 2024 the day many of us have been dreaming about and waiting for. Prom season is finally upon us, which leaves some people in a tough spot. Finding a dress isn’t as simple as it seems; it can be especially stressful if you have a certain...

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Spring Break Bucket List

Spring Break Bucket List

Olivia Eldridge, Social Media Team March 21, 2024

With Spring Break right around the corner, students are left to wonder what to do with their time. Here are a few things we have compiled for you to do over the next 7+ days of the year: 1 Go for a walk 2 workout  3 Clean your curtains  4...

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Buckeye Brief V: President Trump Visits Dayton, OH

Buckeye Brief V: President Trump Visits Dayton, OH

Benjamin Nguyen March 20, 2024

President Trump visited Dayton, Ohio last Saturday, March 16th, for a rally in support of Senate Candidate Bernie Moreno, who has the Fmr. President’s endorsement amid the neck and neck Republican Primary.  The Fmr. President welcomed by a huge crowd...

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Why You Should Never Sleep With Wet Hair

Olivia Eldridge, Social Media Team March 14, 2024

Sleeping with wet hair is horrible for your bed sheets, skin, and hair.  Hair: Hair is prone to breakage when it is wet. It's more prone to breakage while rolling around in your sleep as it is wet. Your hair could also be moldy, especially if you...

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Buckeye Brief IV: Ohio Primary Next Tuesday

Buckeye Brief IV: Ohio Primary Next Tuesday

Benjamin Nguyen March 14, 2024

The Ohio Primary Election is next Tuesday hence why, at least for Lakota, we have the day off.  Millions of Ohioans across the state will go to the polls and choose, at least for their parties, who they want to be their Democratic or Republican nominees. ...

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