June 3, 2017, Senior Graduation

Lewiston High School June 3, 2017 Vol.89 No. 8

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This First-place International winner of the Quill and Scroll award for high school journalism is in its 90th year of publication. Starring Jonika Ringling, Jacey Bacon, Katie Swift, Tony Murillo, Teren Kowatsch and Trevan Pixley. In this issue, the senior staff of The Bengal’s Purr says goodbye.

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2 Senior shoutouts Saraya Flaig

Jacey Bacon

PJ Markwalter

After all those times of late night studies, lack of sleep and sacrifice -- you’ve made it! And you’ve made us proud!

Valedictorian, the future is yours!

With all our love, Your family

Orion White

We are so proud of you!

Love, Mom and Dad

We couldn’t me more proud of the generous & conscientious man you have grown to be. Love Mom & Dad! <3

Mekenzie Ely We are so very proud of you.

Congratulations Orion!

We are so very proud of you!

We Love You, Mom and Dad

Lane Scott

Dani Mills

Koby Prince I constantly go between wanting you to be my baby forever, and being excited about all the amazing things you will do in this life. I am so proud of you and love you beyond words.

Love, Mom

Kiara Inez Garcia All the dreams I prayed you’d be, are all the things you are. You were once my little girl, and now my shining star!

“She is clothed in strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.” -- Proverbs 31:25 Love Dad, Mom, & Kieran

The time has flown...to be sure It sped so fast...just a blur.

With all your giggles and all your why’s You are so much the “Apple of our eyes.”

Love, Mom & Dad, Grandmas & Grandpa

Marshall Fisher You truly amaze me with your grace and poise, and communication skills. You are a cat in every way.

Be the lion that you are, and reach for the sky! You are full of beautiful surprises and make us so very proud!

Congratulations Lane. We are proud of you and your accomplishments.

Love Mom, Dad, Papa, Grandma, Karlye, Dara, Caleb, Uncle Jake Aunt Jilleen, Gran & Anders

Jonika Ringling

We are very proud of the sincere, lovely, tenacious,independent, compassionate, hard-working and witty person that you have become.

Love, Dad and Mom

Saturday, June 3 Amber Johnson

Hannah Helm

“What lies behind us, and what lies before us, Are tiny matters compared to What lies within us.”

--Emerson

There will be cheers from heaven for you today, Bug! We are extremely proud of you!

Congratulations!

Love you ~ Mom, Dad, Ashley & Alicia

Avery Frazier Congratulations to our Blue Eyed Baby Boy! We are so excited to see where your Journey takes you!

All our love: Mom, Dad, Abbs, Al, Kimber and Piper “You’re off to great places!

Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!”

-- Dr. Seuss

Cole Wimer

Senior shoutouts 3

WE LOVE YOU TO THE MOON, HANNAH MAY!!

Harlee Faller “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.”

We could not be more proud of you!

Jacob Storm Tate We are so proud of you and all the accomplishments you’ve already made.

You have a successful future ahead, and we are behind you 100%!

All our love, Dad, Mom, and Your Bro

Emily Hunter Always be you, never stop chasing your dreams and always believe that you can make a difference! Congratulations on all you have accomplished. We are so proud of you! Love -- Mom and Dad

Fabian Glenn

We have never been more proud!

Love Mom & Dad

Kade O’Grady

I love you and I am so proud of you!!

Love, Mom

This chapter in your life is over, now it’s time to chase your dreams!

Congratulations Kade.

Love, Mom, Kelly, Ryan & Jase

KD Kertson Congratulations!

You did it!

Love, Your Family

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Feature 5

Q’s with Katie: LHS says goodbye to the legendary Mrs. J Cynthia Johnson has been teaching at LHS for her entire career, 33 years, with the exception of one year spent on Whidbey Island. This year Johnson is retiring (or “graduating” as she likes to call it) alongside the class of 2017 after many years of influencing countless lives of her students. In her last month of teaching, she reflected on her career.

through your life and change it a little. [And] the recognitions [I’ve received], from a more selfish point of view. Teach-

and school. There’s a moment of “this applies to me,” and that’s really neat to see happen. I have 21 days left and I’m still revamping things.

What the heck is that about?

“I have 21 days left and I’m still revamping KS: What lessons has a teacher taught things. What the heck being you?

CJ: It’s all about relais that about?” tionships. Teaching is

Katie Swift: Where and when did you start teaching?

Cynthia Johnson: Right here!

I had a one-year teaching contract which turned into forever.

ers for the most part are very humble -- we know that we receive those not for ourselves but because of influence of others.

KS: Has your life been different

Everything else, like hanging out with my grandsons, spending time with family, enjoying recreation, traveling… that’s just topping.

KS: Do you have any final

words of wisdom for all of us?

CJ: It has been the most perfect calling, career, that I could have fit to my personality. That sounds goofy, but it just fit me.

really great. Teaching math, teaching psychology, but it’s all about relationships and building relationships. Teaching is not like anything else. It has definitely given me a deep understanding of an attitude Johnson takes her yearbook photo in 1984, her first year teaching at LHS. Photo courtesy of Bengal’s Purr yearbook archives.

Johnson takes her photo for the yearbook for 2016-2017, her last year teaching at LHS. Photo courtesy of lewistonschools.net

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KS: What is one of the greatest realizations you’ve had as a teacher?

CJ: That teaching, just like life, truly is about building relationships.

KS: What has been the best part about your time here?

CJ: In the top five, we’re getting a new school! That is so exciting. Just witnessing all the changes in education, and the relationships with students the relationships with staff, just all of the people that walk

from what you imagined as a teacher?

CJ: Oh, yeah. My original plan was to graduate, teach on Navajo Reservation for a few years and then go back and get a degree in forestry. I thought I’d have a few kids and live in the southwest.

KS: What was your all time favorite thing to instruct and why?

CJ: Psychology. It’s where many get their first ah-ha moment in the connection of life

of gratitude.

KS: What are your plans after you leave the high school?

CJ: I joke with my students about this. Truly, my immediate plan is simple. We moved from Lewiston eight years ago.

So for eight years I have traveled home on the weekends [Coeur d’Alene] and back to Lewiston for the weekdays.

[My husband and I] have missed being together every day and that is what I plan on doing -- just being together.

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Retiring teachers ready to start new adventures me. But most importantly it has taught me that is the most rewarding job I have ever had.” .

Johnson has been teaching almost her entire “120 years” at LHS, and more about her journey is on page 5, in Questions with Katie.

By Kaitlyn Swift Features Editor

everything from Journalism to U.S. History, and his passion transfers from one subject As many students know, matter to the next. Shannon teachers that are passionate believes that today, he is the about their career and wealthiest person alive, and not in a monetary sense. An excerpt from a short story Shannon wrote backs this up: “No dollar figure can assess the thousands of relationships, friendships, and memories that I have fostered throughout my professional life.”

Arnett has been teaching for 25 years, with 22 of them spent at LHS. She teaches special education, Shannon adresses the Purr staff early on in his and looks at her years as advisor. Photo courtesy of Mr. Shanretirement a little non’s school website. differently. genuinely care about their “I don’t look at it like leaving students are incredibly LHS. Once a Bengal always a important to the education Bengal!” Arnett shared. “I am system. This June, LHS will say just changing the capacity in goodbye to three teachers which I will be a Bengal.” who have had their hearts Arnett has a strong belief that in it for decades: Cynthia teachers have a significant Johnson, Patrick Shannon life-long impact on their and Kelley Arnett.

Retirement, o r “graduation” as Johnson calls it, is bound to have amazing things in store for these three instruc tors.

What’s truly amazing, though, is Arnett swings on the beach, ready to spend much of the years her retirement here. Photo courtesy of Kelley Arnett. they’ve spent dedicated to their students students. In other words, the and their careers. values that students learn Shannon has been teaching in the classroom depend on for 34 years and has spent how good of a role model 21 at LHS. He’s taught instructors are to them.

Arnett sits with her student on a field trip to Silverwood in the late 1990’s. Photo courtesy of Kelley Arnett.

“I don’t look at it like leaving LHS. Once a Bengal, always a Bengal!”

As for students, Arnett’s advice is simple. Don’t go through life trying to please everyone else, because the job will never be completed, she said. Love yourself. Be strong, honest and think

positive. Enjoy life, because it really is very short.

“Every day my students teach me something new,” Arnett said, “We are all life-long learners and I learn as much from them as they learn from

Patrick Shannon, Adviser Emeritus

Look who’s finally graduating! The Bengal’s Purr would not be what it is without your years of service. Your students and community are indebted to you. (Sorry, passive voice!)

-- Bengal’s Purr Alumni

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Bengals pursue college, work after graduation Job Field: 11%

Survey and chart by Jonika Ringling and Jacey Bacon.

Other Colleges: 11% Walla Walla Community College: 2% Boise State University: 3%

Now streaming salutatorians...

Class of 2017. Photo courtesy of Ridingers.

Idaho State University: 2% University of Idaho: 19% Lewis Clark State College: 55%

Haley Ann Heaton

Kyla Satsumi Quale

Emily Elizabeth Thomason

Emily Ruth Hunter

Now streaming valedictorians...

Troy Michael Ahlers

Rhiana Jade Fox Photos courtesy of LHS yearbook.

Zachary Dylan Allen

Mattison Josie Hagestad

Madison McLeod Corbitt

Justin Gregory Spurling

Drew Trav Andreas Anderst

Gabrielle Nicole Austin

Trystan Clarke Bradley

Amber Nicole Johnson

Dustin Jeremiah McLean

Danielle Eileen Mills

Lena Noelle Keller

Josie Ann Clark

Ashlyn Nicole Rowden

Kailah Renae Crisostomo

Abbey Lane Roy

Trent Alton Daniels

Benjamin Matthew Trigsted

Saraya Dawn Flaig

Jackie Nichole Uhling

William Raymond Wilson

“Follow your passion, stay true to yourself, never follow someone else’s path unless you’re in the woods and you’re lost and you see a path. Then by all means you should follow that.”

- ELLEN DEGENERES

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2017 Bengal athletics officially come to end

By Trevan Pixley Sports Editor

I’ve been participating and covering Lewiston Bengal sports since I was a sophomore, and now that I’m senior I must say that the 2016-2017 was my favorite year to do the job.

Lewiston High School teams have experienced a roller coaster of emotions to say the least. During the 2016-2017 school year LHS saw some tremendous athletes rise up.

Austin Byrer won Gatorade National Runner of the Year and a nomination for the North Idaho Cross Country award at the all-North Idaho sports awards event.

Riley Way also made an impact on Lewiston athletics this year, being nominated for the Lewiston Tribune’s Prep Athlete of the Week for each of the three sports he participated in (football, basketball, baseball). Way committed to LCSC to play baseball.

Other graduating seniors signed to continue athletics in college in a ceremony at LHS May 22.

Football Beginning with the football season, the Bengals got off to a hot start defeating the Highland Rams for the first time in school’s history in a game Aug. 26 at the Ford Idaho Center. They also defeated Couer d’Alene in the pouring rain by a score of 5551.

Quarterback Colton Richardson seemed like he couldn’t be stopped in the regular season throwing over 5,000 yards with only two interceptions, earning him the nomination for athlete of the year for North Idaho.

Richardson wasn’t short of receivers to throw the ball to.

Alex Light earned first team all state honors as a wide receiver after breaking 10,000 yards receiving and 13 touchdowns. Fellow receiver Way

got picked for second team all-state as well. Kicker Lane Grant was also picked for second team all-state honors.

Cross Country The Bengals Cross country team was led by Byrer and during that season he was named Gatorade Runner of the Year. In the state competition Byrer earned first place as an individual junior Joey Perez also placed high at ninth overall. The Bengals took fifth overall as a team at state.

Volleyball Hannah Lien is going to play volleyball for the LCSC Warriors next fall after Lewiston’s volleyball team earned its place in the state tournament. The ladies losing their first game to Timberline but were able to go all the way to state through the back door, beating Boise and Lake City.

They ended up playing the team they started the tournament against in the thirdand fourth-place games. Unfortunately the Bengals fell to them again in the third-place game.

Basketball In basketball the Bengals showed flares of potential all the way through the season and the varsity boys placed third at state. This was the first time the Bengals placed at state for basketball since the boys won the title in 2008.

The team showed great working chemistry with most of the starting five players having played together since childhood, when they first developed a love for basketball.

LCSC basketball commit Trystan Bradley earned second team all-state in basketball as well. Fellow player Keeshawn Clarke will be playing for Walla Walla Community college to continue his sports career.

The girls basketball team fell short of making the playoffs but did get a victory during

an intense Golden Throne rivalry event against Clarkston High School. The Lady Bengals earned a “four-peat” in January and took home the golden toilet.

Wrestling As for the wrestlers, in the winter time 12 traveled to state, two more than last year.

Kyle Cook, junior, placed sixth in the 170-pound weight class. The Bengal wrestlers will have six returning state competitors next year.

Track and Field For track the Bengals ran very well, with the boys placing sixth overall as a team. Byrer continued to prove he’s one of the best athletes in this year’s senior class. Earlier in the season he beat the school’s longtime record for the 1,600 event. Byrer ran it in 4:13, only four seconds shy of an overall state record. Byrer placed fifth overall in the 800-meter event at state, placing second in the 1,600 and becoming a state champion in the 3,200-meter. Perez placed third in the 3200 for the Bengals as well.

Unfortunately, no lady Bengal

runners placed in the top 5 in their events at state.

Baseball Baseball is producing the most college athletes of any sports teams for Lewiston with five kids taking the game to the next level: Jackson Fuller, Jaden Phillips, Colton Sottlemyre, Riley Way and Luke White.

In baseball this season the varsity team came in with high hopes, and earned itself the third seed overall in the first game of the state tournament it played against Capital High School in May. In this game the boys had a 2-0 lead at the top of the seventh inning.

However a couple of walks, a costly error and loaded bases made the score 6-2 at the end of the top of the seventh, which became the end result of the game.

The Bengals then went on to beat Madison in dominant fashion, 10-4. This advanced the Bengals to play in the third- and fourth-place game in which they lost to district rival Couer d’ Alene by a score of 5-2.

Softball The Bengals softball team had their fair share of struggles this year, only being able to capture three victories on the season and missing the state tournament. However catcher Brynann Carpenter will continue her career at Walla Walla Community College.

Tennis In tennis this year, Gavin Hewett went to state as an individual. He did not place but will play tennis at Spokane Community College. Six Lewiston players entered the state tournament in May, but fell short of placing. However, Madelyn Parkey will continue her tennis career at Whitworth College.

Golf For the boys team, only one golfer participated in the state tournament, which was Ben Trigsted. He fell short of placing at the tournament shooting a total score of 162.

As for the girls, they unfortunately didn’t bring anyone to the state tournament.

Senior Austin Byrer and freshman Caden Byrer in the aftermath of state track May 20. Austin Byrer won second in the 1,600-meter event and first place honors in the 3,200-meter event. Photo courtesy of Rondi Byrer.

Sports 12 Bengals trade in colors

By Trevan Pixley Sports Editor For the 2016-17 season Lewiston High School is sending 22 athletes on a new adventure, playing their respective games at the next level. Signing day for the Bengals took place May 22 at Booth Hall.

FOOTBALL • Colton Richardson, quarterback, University of Idaho • Matt Baldeck, long-snapper, University of Michigan • Dustin McLean, offensive line/defensive line, Carroll College • Alex Light, defensive back, College of the Siskiyous VOLLEYBALL • Hannah Lien, Lewis-Clark State College BOYS BASKETBALL • Trystan Bradley, post, LCSC • Keeshawn Clarke, guard, Walla Walla Community College GIRLS BASKETBALL • Gabriella Santana, guard,

California State University Maritime Academy • Abbey Roy, guard, LCSC BASEBALL •Jackson Fuller, catcher, LCSC • Riley Way, short stop, LCSC • Colton Stottlemyre, pitcher, Shoreline Community College • Luke White, first base, Yakima Valley College • Jaden Phillips, third base, LCSC TENNIS • Madelyn Parkey, Whitworth University • Gavin Hewett, Spokane Community College TRACK • Layton Ahlers, LCSC • Austin Byrer, Weber State GIRLS SOCCER • Kaysha Bailey, goalie, Grand Canyon University SOFTBALL • Brynnan Carpenter, catcher WWCC CHEERLEADING • Sydnee Soderberg, flyer, Boise State University

North Idaho honors Bengals with awards

By Trevan Pixley Sports Editor

The 2017 finalists for the North Idaho Sports awards were announced April 7, with many Bengals receiving nominations including some of last year’s graduates due to it including the 2016-17 sports calendar.

The Lewiston nominees’ names are as follows, according to theIdahospokesmen.com: Kristen Rietz and Gabriella Santana were both nominated for girls tennis, Lance Ruddell was nominated for boys golf, and Kylie Esh was nominated for

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girls golf. Austin Byrer and Kaitlyn Blume were nominated for boys and girls cross country, Demi Randall and Brandon Moores were nominated for boys and girls soccer, Randall was also nominated for female athlete of the year. Hannah Lien and Kendyll Kinzer represented the Bengals for Volleyball, however Kinzer was nominated for basketball as well.

Riley Way and Trystan Bradley represented the Bengals in basketball, Way was also nominated for athlete of the year with fellow Bengal Colton Richardson who also received the football nomination.

In the May 26 issue of The Bengal’s Purr, news of the Bengal varsity baseball team playing at the state tournament was left out of the season recap due to a Purr error.

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Seniors Matthew Baldeck (left) and Jackson Fuller (right) join hands with Athletic Director Corey Williams on Bengal signing day May 22. Baldeck will long-snap for the University of Michigan and Fuller will play catcher for LCSC. Photos courtesy of Lewiston Booster Club.

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Opinion 13

Ringling Rings In: Judge yourself before others

By Jonika Ringling Editor-in-chief

It’s hard to express one’s feelings when the response,

As we leave behind this chapter in our lives, we must remember and embrace the fact that all individuals are different and it’s not a bad thing. Individuality should be regarded as the most beautiful human quality.

If it were, many more people would be a lot more comfortable in their own skin.

Over 8 billion people inhabit Earth and every single person experiences the day differently than everyone else. No one handles situations the same way. No one feels emotions the same way.

Jonika Ringling Still, “You could have it a lot worse,” is a statement high while trying to be positive, is generalizing and not schoolers hear a lot.

respectful of the pain one may be in. If someone is choosing to share you their problems with you, LISTEN. According to bullyingstatistics.org, “Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people, resulting in about 4,400 deaths per year.”

Sometimes the difference between someone making it through the day can depend on how people treat them. There is nothing more disrespectful than not being there for others especially when one claims to be a “friend.”

Now the statement, “I could have it a lot better,” is equally as wrong. It is important to recognize that

the situation one is in shapes who each person is as an individual and no one can

another person. Self-identity is formed at a young age and is the basis of personality.

Many people are the way they are for a multitude of reasons and sometimes in ways they aren’t even able to understand.

People (having no right being in the business of others, interfering with unwanted commentary and belittling decision-making abilities) need to understand that harsh judgement in times of distress only deepens human struggle.

Before judging a n o t h e r , recognize that you have no idea what has happened in a person’s past, mind and home life. Don’t do it.

“Individuality should be regarded as the most beautiful human quality.” ever take that away.

Since everyone is different, it’s absolutely unwarranted to judge others based on what you would have personally

“It’s actually pretty groundless to judge others at all.“ done in the situation. It’s actually pretty groundless to judge others at all. To judge is to believe one is better than

Bacon Bits: Graduates need new experiences

By Jacey Bacon Opinion Editor

may seem unusual or even unsafe. However, in the long run, everything is going to be okay.

At 18 years old a person

Graduates, please, give yourself the opportunity to make mistakes.

Give yourself the opportunity to do stupid things that result in wisdom and great stories to tell years from now. You only live once, so do yourself a favor a live the fullest, most fun life you can live.

Personal growth starts with stepping outside of your comfort Jacey Bacon zone. As students move away, go to college should be able to have fun and make new friends they and try new things without are bombarded with new harsh repercussions. It starts experiences and things that with common sense and

being able to trust the people involved in a situation.

Trust your friends. They want what’s best for you. But trust your intuition above all.

Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” This is the chance for richer experiences. It is said that 20 years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than the things you did.

No one wants to wake up in their middle age and think about all of the experiences, adventures and life that passed them by.

It’s time to embrace new things. Learn, by letting go of false impressions about

“Personal growth starts with stepping outside of your comfort zone.” exciting adventures and interesting people. This may be the only life we are given, so make the most of it. Experience makes a well-

thing) and you’ll always have a story to share, an experience to remember and maybe even a few new friends.

Be brave in every situation but don’t be afraid to let your guard down and have fun.

Your values and opinions are important but don’t be afraid to change what you believe as you learn and grow. Form your own opinions with experiences to back up what you believe, be involved in a situation before you judge it.

”Be brave in every situation but don’t be afraid to let your guard down and have fun.” rounded person who has rich values and wisdom to share with others. So, try everything once (okay, maybe not every-

Some things are not as bad as your childhood has led you to believe. Have fun, be smart, learn everything.

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Guardians of the Galaxy sequel lacks mystique

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 offers fun ride, but suffers from inconvenient release movie were removed from the continuity of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it would not matter.

Although a lot of the audience might not care about this fact, Avengers: Infinity War is only a year away from release and Marvel Studios is building it as the climax of the whole MCU thus far. There are only three MCU movies set to release in between now and then. At this stage, all the movies released should serve as a build

Guardians of the Galaxy. Vol. 2 released worldwide May 5. Image courtesy of CBR.com

By Teren Kowatsch Entertainment Assistant Marvel Studios released Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2, May 5 with much anticipation surrounding it. Given the abundant critical and financial success of the first Guardians film, with almost all the original cast returning along with Kurt Russell and Sylvester Stallone, the expectations for this movie were very high.

First off, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is the most unimportant and unessential movie in the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe. Unlike its prequel, nothing in this movie has any long-term effects on any other property in the Marvel universe. It is not a Marvel movie so much as it is a Guardians of the Galaxy movie. That may not be a bad thing, but it gives the movie the stigma of an unnecessary cash-grab rather than a film that changes the scape of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the original movie did.

Aside from that one glaring

issue, the movie has a lot of good things working for it. First off, Peter Quill’s (Chris Pratt) interaction and relationship with his father Ego (Kurt Russell) is the very foundation for the movie and is just strong and interesting enough to keep the movie fluid. Yondu’s(-

olutions, it’s disappointing and forced.

Like the original, there is plenty of humor in this film.

Baby Groot (Vin Diesel) is a cute and comedic relief to the seriousness of the film, and Rocket (Bradley Cooper) is the same sarcastic, smart-alec, quick-to-quip raccoon the audience will remember from the first film.

In the first movie, Drax was a stonefaced character who took everything literally and couldn’t understand the simplest of metaphors. In Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2, however, Drax is a constantly laughing, overall funny guy, especially in his interactions with Mantis (Pom Klementieff ).

Ultimately, Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2 was not a bad movie, but it was still disappointing. The disappointment isn’t a result of the movie itself, but its context. The movie still had humor, serious moments, and mostly good character development, but the movie didn’t need to happen. If the

“The movie has the stigma of an unnecessary cash-grab rather than a film that changes the scape of the MCU.” Michael Rooker) development as a character also something keeps the audience invested in the film. Even though his character development ends in a somewhat predictable way, he is arguably the best part of the film.

Gamora (Zoe Saldana) and Nebula’s (Karen Gillan) relationship is the biggest downfall of the film. Their interactions with one another are all over the place and when the two characters reach their res-

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up to Avengers: Infinity War or should at the very least impact some other aspect of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2 does not accomplish this. For this, Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2 gets a 7/10.

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Entertainment 15 Who holds the title of best rapper in the industry today?

By Teren Kowatsch Entertainment Assitant

2. Kanye West: This one’s al- consider classics. most self-explanatory. Though Though Life of Pablo Life of Pablo was one of the failed to live to typical There is much dispute over most disappointing projects Kanye expectations, who is the best rapper in the of 2016 and the only album his features on Drake’s industry today. The answer on West’s discography that More Life in March depends on who one asks. should actually be considered 2017 and 2016’s Blank Many listeners prefer modern bad, West’s Face LP are evident rap that “bumps” and others p e d i g r e e that Life of Pablo was prefer the rappers who have alone de- a fluke more than an more in common with 1990s serves a actual sign of decline and 1980s rap. No matter who spot on in West’s music-mak- Kanye West. Courtesy of Genius.com you ask, there is undoubtedly this list. ing ability. West is rua slew of talent in hip-hop toHe is one mored to have an album set bums have examined differday. But who is the best? of the best for this year that takes inspi- ent aspects of Lamar’s life and Honorable mentions: Drake, r a p p e r s ration from techno and video have reinvented what his audiChildish Gambino, Chance the and pro- game-centric sounds. This is a ence views as “Kendrick Lamar Rapper, Tyler the Creator, Earl ducers in type of sound West has yet to music.” His 2012 release, good Sweatshirt, Joey Bada$$ the busi- dedicate a full project towards, kid, m.A.A.d city, told of LaScHoolboy Q. Courtesy of Billboard.com ness. West and it will be interesting to see mar’s life living in the streets of Top five rappers today: the content of 1990s gangsta has 21 Grammys to his name what West creates if the ru- Compton, California, in an aggressive tone. Meanwhile, To rap with modern rap sound and a plethora of albums that mors are, in fact, true.

Pimp a Butterfly was a cultural 5. Vince Staples: Maybe the and production in a way few a good sum of rap fans would most socially aware rapper in albums have done. ScHool1. Kendrick Lamar: The and social masterpiece that the industry today, Staples is boy Q might also have the single best rapper alive took inspiration from smooth a polarizing figure in hip-hop best features in the rap indusis Kendrick Lamar. Lamar jazz and funk sounds. His most both in his music and in the try right now. His features on is lacking a single nega- recent release, DAMN., shows way he carries himself. Three the Joey Bada$$ track “Rocktive mark on his whole Kendrick’s viewpoints and exprojects to his name have all abye Baby” and the Ab-Soul discography, and has re- periences regarding his sucfeatured some of the most di- track “Beat the Case” were leased three great con- cess and features a plethora verse production and some both well-received by critics secutive albums, one of of sounds such as trap, pop of the most thought-provok- and listeners. which earned 11 Grammy and R&B. Lamar constantly reing lyrics in the industry. His 3. Danny Brown: ScHoolboy nominations. His 2017 re- invents himself, and it always 2016 EP, Prima Donna, was Q had a top-five album of lease, DAMN., is the best results in great, quality music. one of the most introspec- 2016, but Danny Brown had rap album so far this year Whether Lamar is an all-time tive projects of the year. His the best rap album of 2016. and was met with almost great varies based on who one guest features are also some Atrocity Exhibition was a dark, Danny Brown. Courtesy of universal critical and fan asks, but he is without a doubt of the best. His recent features gritty take on street rap and Complex.com acclaim. His last three al- the best rapper today. range from an appearance on one of the most creative and sonically different albums of 2016, period. Though his 2013 project, Old, disappointed in comparison to his 2011 project, XXX, and his 2011 collaboration EP with Black Milk, Black and Brown, Brown more than made Vince Staples. Courtesy of Pitchfork.com up for it with Atrocity ScHoolboy Q’s 2016 Blank Face Exhibition. It stands as one of LP to the “Ascension” single the most sonically and vocally from Gorillaz’ Humanz album, experimental, attention-graband even dating back to Earl bing projects in 2016. Brown’s Sweatshirt’s albums, Doris and talent is undeniable, and if he I Don’t Like S*it, I Don’t Go Out- keeps the quality of his music side. With an album upcoming where it currently is, there is and a his lead single from the no doubt that he will eventualalbum “Bagpak,” Staples has ly receive wide recognition, as Kendrick Lamar performs at Coachella. Courtesy of latimes.com secured a spot as one of the he should. best rappers alive.

4. ScHoolBoy Q: Speaking of ScHoolboy Q, Blank Face LP was a top-five rap album of 2016. It has an 83 cumulative user and critic score on Metacritic.com and it almost perfectly molds

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16 Food

Cafe Reuben serves up top-notch sandwich

Cafe Reuben’s atmosphere amplifies the lovely eating experience. Photo by Tony Murillo.

By Tony Murillo Entertainment Editor Located next to the LewisClark State College campus at 607 Seventh Ave., Lewiston’s Cafe Reuben offers up its own signature Reuben in a cozy atmosphere. The restaurant puts the classic sandwich in its very name, so is it worthy

enough to don the name?

Cafe Reuben’s sandwich leaves an excellent first impression.

The aroma invites eager eaters to partake in a special dining experience. The cooks prepare a seductive sandwich that begs to be consumed with its luxury of goods nestled comfortably between two fabulous pieces of marbled rye.

It is a complete sensory overload in the best possible way. The bread has a lovely crunch. Every flavor is loud and clear, yet all work together in a delicious harmony. Nothing is weak about this sandwich.

Everything is strong. Flavors burst as one’s teeth sink in.

The flavors set sail on the taste buds and take the eater

Reflecting on year of Reubens

By Tony Murillo Entertainment Editor

I often have had good conversations with my entertainment assistant Carl Snyder. Plenty of times we get some good ideas rolling around. We once had a late-night car conversation about how food brings people together. We talked about how food is different than music or movies in that everyone takes in food.

Not everyone is an avid listener of music or watcher of movies but everyone has to eat. Bringing food to a social gathering is a surefire way to draw in more people, it attracts people.

Carl and I both grew up watching the Travel Channel.

Whether it was Man vs Food or Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives,

we ate up food shows. We were especially drawn to Adam Richman’s Best Sandwich in America. It was great seeing the sheer variety of sandwiches, restaurants and people on this show. A part of us wished we had opportunities like these hosts, being able to tour around, trying all sorts of food.

We found an opportunity to live this out on a local level. At the beginning of the school year, my entertainment assistant Snyder and I started Taste Talks food reviews for the Purr. We were excited to start this.

Our first review sits fondly in our hearts. It was a rainy night and Southway Pizzeria was packed. I had to wait for a table to be cleaned for us to sit in. When Carl sat down in the booth with me,

we both giggled uncontrollably out of excitement.

I made the decision to exclusively review Reubens and go on the hunt for the best Reuben in the valley. While I did not get to try every one, but I still had my fair share. I had a wonderful experience being exposed to so many restaurants and people.

In a way, we were living out those television shows that we grew up on. We were going from joint to joint trying the latest eats.

We even had our friend film us for a video Taste Talks. This gave us a taste of what that the Travel Channel experience was like.

Taste Talks has been a special opportunity for me and I can’t wait to see where it will go in the future.

helping bring the sandwich together.

The bread attracts hungry customers with its lovely marble, but the bread is a success aside from its appearance. It has a satisfying crunch, yet it’s never too much.

The bread holds up the entire meal, never proving itself weak.

The corned beef is served in cubes rather than slices. Is a different choice that works and makes the sandwich unique. The corned beef has a strong identity and it fits this Reuben well.

Full of flavor, this Cafe Reuben’s signature sandwich waits to be is one of the best Reubens in the valeaten. Photo by Tony Murillo. ley. For this, Cafe on a voyage of tastiness.

Reuben earns nine out of 10.

The salty, the sour and the cheesy all come together to create an unstoppable force.

The liberal helping of cheese proves to be a smart move,

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2017 Reuben Review Archive

• Southway Pizzeria: 8/10 • Zany Graze: 7/10 • Strike and Spare: 7.5/10 • Arby’s: 7/10 (Score is not to be compared with the others since it is fast food.)

• Cafe Reuben: 9/10

2017 Restaurant Awards

• Personal Favorites: Bamboo Gardens, Thai Taste and Main Street Grill.

• Coziest Restaurant: Stax • Friendliest Service: Bamboo Gardens • Best Burger Joint: KC’s Burgers and Brews Results compiled by Tony Murillo.

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Harry Styles starts strong

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solo artist. There is plenty of room for growth, but Styles is off to a good start. Styles gives hope for organic pop-rock to return to the radio and for this Harry Styles earns 6.9 out of 10.

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Harry Styles shows off his aesthetic in the water. Photo courtesy of npr.org.

By Tony Murillo Entertainment Editor

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Harry Styles Tidbits

memorable. But despite their good quality, none show off Styles’ personality well. In “I’m not really a pick-upgeneral, the project does not line guy. I don’t know serve as a showcase for Styles’ what I do.” personality as a solo artist. Ev- Harry Styles erything here is well done, but nothing shouts new or unique.

“We don’t know where we’re Styles’ first solo album going does show off his abilities But we know where we belong.” as a vocalist. Styles gives - Lyrics from “Sweet Creature” an excellent singing performance consistently “ I wanted to write my stories, things that happened to me. throughout the record.

The number-one thing was I Checking in at 10 tracks and 40 minutes, Styles’ wanted to be honest. I hadn’t done that before.” eponymous record does not - Harry Styles stated in an overstay its welcome. This is interview with Rolling Stone. a balanced project with the right amount of bangers and Harry Styles was born in ballads spread out nicely.

Redditch, Worcestershire, Harry Styles does a fine job England. at proving Styles’ chops as a

Harry Styles, the latest boy band star to venture on his own, dropped his debut LP Harry Styles May 12. His fellow One Direction members have all achieved success, but does he reach the same levels? Though many may be doubtful, Styles’ first leap into the solo world is a success.

It is obvious that Styles is a student of the game.

Styles know to write good hooks, structure songs and keep things interesting all while having fun. He writes accessible tunes without the uninteresting structure and janky transitions of various throwaway pop artists. This is especially true on “Sign of the Times,” a nearly 6-minute track that builds into a grand climax all while keeping its radio playability.

One can tell Styles has spent his days listening to the classics. There is an undeniable 1970s influence throughout the record. Whether it’s the guitar-driven “Kiwi” or the spunky groove on “Carolina,” Styles’ album is soaked with classic inspiration. Styles peppers the project with warm piano and acoustic guitar, showing his appreciation for legends such as Elton John and The Beatles.

Styles also shows his competence as a lyricist.

The lyrics are solid and Harry Styles washes up on the cover of his debut LP. Photo courtesy of billboard.com.

The titular hero poses on a variant cover of Iron Fist No. 1. Photo courtesy of Newsarama.com.

Iron Fist decent

By Tony Murillo Entertainment Editor

Iron Fist issue 1, released March 22, marks the first time the titular hero has had his own comic book series since 2014’s Iron Fist: The Living Weapon.

Writer Ed Brisson takes up the reigns in this brand new series.

Artist Mike Perkins’ gritty work fits the tone well. The style is distinct and action is smooth. Colorist Andy Troy fills the book with striking color palettes and bold choices.

His choice of strong colors is wise, full of high contrast and enhancing the action.

This origin story depicts a Daniel Rand after the events of Iron Fist: The Living Weapon, complete with flashbacks of who he once was. Rand does not even don the costume in the issue. This book takes a dark tone, pitting Rand in an

underground fight club. This book even has Rand using alcohol to cope with his depression. Some may disagree with these decisions, but it is consistent and handled well.

As a “beaten-up hero looking to start again” origin story, it does not shatter any ground.

Meanwhile, the dialogue and pacing is well done. It may be nothing incredible, but it gets the job done.

Iron Fist’s new series starts off just fine. It sets up the series, but isn’t a standout book. For being a focused and visuallyappealing issue, Iron Fist issue 1 earns seven out of 10.

Comic review materials provided by Main Street Comics at 618 Main St., Lewiston.

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Final acknowledgements To our seniors, Jonika, Jacey, Katie, Tony, Trevan and Teren, thank you for everything you’ve taught us these last few years. We are so excited to see what’s in store for each of your futures. It will be hard to fill the shoes you’ve left behind, but we will do our best to keep your legacy. We miss you already and wish you the best in your next adventure!

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