Makeup: Art or Addiction?

Makeup: Art or Addiction?

Since makeup is a socially encouraged daily routine, it isn’t often considered an addiction. Girls from various ages were surveyed about their personal beliefs. The issue was evidently controversial. Anonymous described her thoughts on makeup, “Imagine waking up in...

Seniors’ Anonymous

Seniors’ Anonymous

Nobody goes through high school without keeping some secret dream, confession, or experience to themselves. But they need to be told, whether they’re funny or serious, embarrassing or pleasant. Here, we’re giving people a chance to give voice to these secrets without...

Does Alpine Really Listen?

“I thought it was ridiculous,” said an OHS parents regarding Alpine District’s survey sent to parents to decide what to do for Winter break. The district gave parents two options for next year’s break, and the parents were asked to vote. However, whatever option won...

The Importance of Mental Health

The Importance of Mental Health

[media-credit name="Johnhain - Pixabay" align="alignleft" width="300"][/media-credit] It’s a given that health is important, both physical and mental. Both are units in health classes and shown at least some significance. The problem is that the focus on physical...

Significant Others

Significant Others

In high school there is a lot of controversy concerning whether it is good or bad for a high school age student to be seriously involved with a “significant other.”  This is a particular controversial topic here in Utah due to various religious beliefs and teachings,...

Technology Evolution

Technology Evolution

Joi Ito  “The future may very well be unimaginable with our current knowledge,” said Dylan Johnson, a local freelance web-developer, when asked what our future may hold for us.  He thinks that “There are a lot of new ideas coming out.”    It is believed across the...

Opinion on Halloween Through the Years

[media-credit name="Earl53" align="alignleft" width="200"][/media-credit] A person's opinion and excitement level about Halloween changes drastically as they get older. At least, for most people. From the ages 3-12 excitement levels gradually grow as kids learn what...

Remembering Makayla

“I love chicken nuggets, art, gummy bears and dinosaurs.” This was how Makayla Peterson chose to describe herself to those on her Instagram page. Makayla Peterson passed away the morning of December 20th 2016. Although her death was accidental, Makayla was never...