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Molly Burroughs, Opinions Editor
February 9, 2012

The third Monday of every January celebrates a man remembered for an extraordinary vision that can be summarized in a single phrase, “I have a dream.” Over the recent Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend, we all had a chance to look at the world and decide what needs to change or what is important... Read more »

Much ado about ethics

Molly Burroughs, Opinions Editor
December 14, 2011

For the past two and a half years my English classes have followed the exact same formula: read a novel, discuss chapters or sections in class, craft an essay. Rinse, wash, repeat. You would think after writing 11 essays, 12 analysis paragraphs, nine reading responses and 10 semi-creative works in five... Read more »

STL pride, baby

Molly Burroughs, Opinions Editor
November 9, 2011

Game six. The Cardinals are tied after coming back from two runs down in extra innings for the second time. David Freese is up with two outs and two strikes. Do you believe in miracles? At times like these, you have to. After their game six victory, the Cardinals were most praised for their tenacity,... Read more »

Spice it up

Molly Burroughs, Opinions Editor
October 12, 2011

Chips and salsa represent an idealized snack, perfect for midnight munchies, after school appetizers and teatime temptations. Tortilla chips, by far the most common mate for the zesty sauce, come in thousands of varieties to suit individual needs, including low sodium, low fat and heart-attack inducing.... Read more »

Edward Cullen just won’t go away

Molly Burroughs, Opinions Editor
September 14, 2011

Lyle Monroe Bensley, a 19 year old from Galveston, Texas, attacked a random woman in her home Aug. 17. According to MSNBC, Bensley hissed at the woman, warned her he needed to feed, and attempted to suck her blood by biting her neck. He later claimed to be a 500 year old vampire. Let’s assume our goals... Read more »