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Opinion 3
Po i n t- C o u n t e r Po i n t : Recent outbreak brings vaccines into question
duhkotaeverest reporter
Cough. Sneeze. Snot goes flying everywhere. This is what I deal with while working at a childcare facility around this time of year. Listen up, parents: Vaccinate your children! All 50 states require children to have vaccines before entering public schools, even though no mandatory federal vaccinations law exists. Along with that, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimated that, because of vaccinations, between 1994 and 2014 732,000 American children avoided death and 322 million cases of childhood illness. People who stand against vaccinations should consider what vaccinations contain: Thimerosal, formaldehyde and aluminum. These can cause harm in large doses, but in vaccinations, the doses remain at a safe level. Meanwhile, children receive exposure to aluminum when they start breastfeeding, or when they drink infant formula. So what’s the big deal if it’s in a vaccination? Now take a look at the Federal Drug Administration or FDA. It requires 10 or more years of testing for all vaccines before a vaccine receives approval. If the CDC and FDA monitor vaccines to ensure safety of the vaccine and its contents, why do
some parents not vaccinate their children? Come on, people. Here’s a term to consider: Herd immunity. The percent of people who need to be vaccinated to provide immunity of a population against a disease. This makes it unlikely that an outbreak will occur, so most members of the community will be protected according to healthychildren.org. For those who wonder why the public needs vaccines for less common diseases, look at two recent local outbreaks: Influenza and measles. With recent outbreaks, Idaho health officials warn citizens of a dramatic uptick in influenza-related deaths this season. What may have possibly prevented this increase? Vaccinations! Though officials reported that recent vaccines may hold less effectiveness, CDC officials say it still provides protection. Across the U.S., 102 people have contracted measles since 2014, according to the CDC. The measles outbreak started in California when several dozen unvaccinated people contracted the virus at Disneyland. Now 14 states confirm cases of measles, several of which border Idaho. Idaho has not reported cases yet, but pediatricians in the Treasure Valley say the spread of this highly contagious disease causes concern, according to Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. It is time to put away thoughts of vaccinations a danger. The point of vaccinations are for one to stay healthy! Yet here people are belittling science and avoiding vaccinations. If the country keeps this up, watch and see if it begins the zombie apocalypse… #DROPSMIC
making it more likely that the child will contract something else as well. Mixed vaccines against measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) and hemophilus influenza Type B (Hib) impair the immune system. Coincidently, the asthma rates continue abskinetic reporter
to increase parallel to the growing
Each year parents take their chil-
ceive. Vaccines including tetanus
dren for vaccines against the flu and
and DtaP, which contains three
other diseases, but there always re-
mixed vaccines meant to immu-
mains the question of whether or
nize against diphtheria, whooping
not vaccines really work: so, do they?
cough and tetanus, increase the risk
To start, many vaccines consist of
of children developing asthma, ec-
virus cells, sometimes dead, some-
zema and even juvenile diabetes, all
times with a live weakened virus,
autoimmune-related diseases.
number of vaccines children re-
depending on the type of vaccine
Board-certified neurosurgeon Rus-
in an injection. The vaccine is meant
sell L. Blaylock wrote in May 2008
to introduce the body’s immune sys-
that many doctors misleadingly
tem to the virus so that it may build
make their arguments for vaccines
an immunity to it before it becomes
by using statistics from developing
exposed to the real thing.
countries with high rates of malnu-
Harold Buttram, MD, published an
trition, parasitic infections and little
article June 21, 2011, explaining that
to no sanitation. These conditions
“the human newborn comes into
have been linked throughout histo-
the world with temporary protection
ry to mass outbreaks of disease. For
from residual maternal antibodies...
instance, the influenza pandemic of
natural diseases also had the advan-
1917 shadowed World War I, when
tage of conferring permanent immu-
the health conditions of not only
nity, which is not necessarily the case
active soldiers, but some civilians as
with vaccines as attested to with
well, were in poor condition.
revaccination every few years and
Parents and guardians should not
higher percentages of infectious dis-
get their children vaccinated. Why
ease among those vaccinated.” But
vaccinate children when they could
when doctors introduce vaccines
gain lifetime immunity through
they require follow-up with booster
childhood diseases such as chicken
shots repeatedly throughout child-
pox, mumps, measles and rubel-
hood. The vaccines weaken the im-
la by catching the virus naturally?
mune system for a period of time,
#medicineserved
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4 Opinion
mennaanderson editorinchief
Before I begin speaking my mind about the overdramatized topic of the armed forces, I want to make it abundantly clear that I respect and honor the brave men and women who fight for us in other countries; this is not a column to bash those
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Think it through before enlisting who to defend the U.S. constitution. Today, high-schoolers are joining the armed forces for too many reasons that aren’t exactly thought out. Answer me this: Are you enlisting to gain skills that will further you in life, to protect democracy or simply for the bragging rights? Generally, no enlisted high school student would ever admit to joining the military because it’s “cool,” if I were to ask. But, they’re not as careful when around friends. I have casually spoken to a couple of the students here who are going to boot camp this summer and what I heard made me sick to my stomach. Some use the title of “recruit” to get dates, some use it so they can “shoot big guns,” or “kill people” and some are using it just to hear praise for jumping through obstacle courses. Honestly. I
would accept answers like “to pay for college,” but the reasons I just listed are disrespectful towards the American Armed Forces. Do we really want to give powerful weapons to such people? I think maybe the high school recruiting should stop to let the people with their heads in the sand contemplate the life choices they’re making. War is a serious decision and risks PTSD or other injuries that change anyone’s life. In my personal opinion, the fighting, including ISIS and Afghanistan, was and is completely time-wasting and unnecessary. Granted, ISIS is a force that needs to be dealt with, but I believe the issue should be handled with the least amount of bombing and violence possible. I am a pacifist. I agree with the gun control laws and sadly live in the third
most heavily-armed county in America. I am the epitome of a lone reed in this situation and I know the consequences of saying anything against the armed forces or weapons in general. However, I am entitled to my opinion as you are entitled to your own. Shouldn’t parents want their children to at least think long and hard about joining the military? What about a sibling? Instead, our region is so pro-military and trigger-happy that I’ve seen parents jump with joy at the first words of their child enlisting. I might be alone here, but I think that’s wrong and completely twisted. Should we make high school students wait until they graduate before making such a gargantuan decision? I say yes.
Boys’ bathrooms needing serious roll call tipoopilsenmulalley senioreditor
The sanitation of this school’s men’s— or should I say boys’-- bathrooms has reached a new low. As I slunk my way in several days ago to relieve myself, I felt surprised and horrified to see a book, thoroughly spritzed with urine, propped up in the urinal. Not only did this offend the scholar in me, it also served as a perfect example
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of how disgusting the restrooms are. Each day when I come in to use them, I play a proverbial Russian roulette with the stalls, having to desperately decide to either hold in my business until I get home or steel myself up enough to wipe someone else’s bodily fluids off of the seat so that I can sit. If the toilet is even usable, that is. Half the time, the toilets are clogged with anything from toilet paper and bodily wastes to the weirder
objects, such as jackets. At one point, I even spotted a razor blade in a urinal. So, to all the guys reading this: Learn your bathroom etiquette. Wipe it up if you sprinkle the toilet seat; it isn’t that hard, you know. Not only will it help others, but you may actually learn to distinguish yourself from the barbaric ancestors of the human race who you seem to emulate each time you use the facilities. Class it up, guys.
Flu recovery period sickening
devilyncox managingeditor
The school district should give students a three-day recovery period if a large amount of students are sick. Since January, a large
population of students have been constantly sick. Students continue to attend school in order to keep up on school work and in order to not have to make up physical education time. Parents push their children to go to school despite their illnesses, resulting in attendance during the in contagious period. The average cold contagion period for a human is two to three days. The victim of the cold will experience a runny nose when most contagious according to multiple health information sources. Three days of recovery would
allow all contagious students to recover and come back in good health. All who have been affected by the colds would be able to get past the two-day period of contagion. “But that’s what the weekend is for!” some might say. Not everyone’s weekend is a time of luxury. Many students have no time for rest among work, family, last minute plans and chores around the house. Even though we can wish, some wishes don’t always come true. So let’s take our chances and recover so we’re not on spin cycle, catching a cold again and again.
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News 5
DECA store trades Cup Noodles for soft pretzels tipoopilsenmullaltey senioreditor
Due to the new Smart Snack Compliance Act, the DECA store no longer sells foods that do not meet health regulations set by the federal government. The cafeteria must also follow this policy. The items no longer sold include: Cup Noodles, Pizza Hut products, and Panda Express Bowls. Only certain Poptart flavors meet the regulations, sold in single packages. In addition, muffin sales cease at the end of the 2014-15 school year according to DECA store volunteer Nicole Amundson, senior. Despite student opposition to the loss of certain products, many students remain optimistic, especially with the addition of new
products such as Redbull energy drinks and soft pretzels. According to DECA store volunteers, sales remained largely the same this year as compared to last year. “Kids are mad about us stopping candy sales… but a lot of people are excited about the energy drinks and… granola bars,”said Amundson. The new products open up a whole new demographic for the DECA store as well. “The change has brought in a lot of new customers… kids our age who are really health-conscious,” she said, when asked about the new, healthy products the store now carries, such as granola bars and all-natural potato chips. The DECA store serves Lewiston High School in the mornings and at both lunches. The proceeds fund DECA club.
M. Anderson Students wait in line at lunch to buy the different, healthier selections offered, such as granola bars and Poptarts at lunch; Wed. March 25.
Mock Trial particpants qualify for state kaitlynswift reporter
Schools lockdown due to road rage kelseymiddleton reporter
At 1:18 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, a man in Lewiston’s Jack-in-theBox drive-thru flashed a gun. The situation put two schools, Jenifer Junior High and Whitman Elementary, into lockdown. The lockdowns lasted about 25 minutes,’ said Lewiston Police Officer Brian Birdsell, the school resource officer (SRO) at Jenifer. “During the lockdown we just continued with whatever we were doing, so it wasn’t that scary,” said Nathan Quale, an eighth grader at Jenifer. Meanwhile, the students at Lewiston High School did not go into a lockdown. “By the time the news had reached the high school, the man was moving away from
the high school,” said the high school SRO, Robert Massey. “So Principal Kevin Driskill and I decided it wasn’t necessary to go into lockdown.” “I was really confused when I was told that LHS wasn’t in a lockdown when they are so close to the other schools,” said Janelle Burgess, a parent of two Jenifer students Later that day a detective arrived at the site, taking pictures where the gun, live rounds of ammunition and a magazine were thrown out of the window of the car on 18th Street. Police had a second suspect in the crime, according to the Lewiston Tribune.
A Lewiston High School Mock Trial team competed at the state level March 18-20 in Boise, with three students earning awards. Senior Henry Hill and sophomore Mattie Hagestad received Outstanding Witness awards, while senior Neil Switzer received an Outstanding Attorney award, according to Hagestad. Two teams make up the club, Team A and Team B. Both compet-
ed Feb. 28 in the district competition at the Lewiston Court House, where Team A qualified for state. Team A includes seniors LeAnna Etheridge, Hill, Sara Schumacher, Switzer and Jessie Van Buren; along with junior Sam Harrich and Hagestad. Team B included senior Jenna Elliott, junior Matt Wren and sophomores Zack Allen, Kailah Crisostomo, Josh Grabow, Miles Lewis and Natalie Wilson. Teachers James Silvestri and Shannon Van Buren supervise the club.
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Spring offers art, activities, annoying mail
Nine students display art show Seniors share opinions on recruiting jcbakin’
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J. Bacon Painting by Ethan Coy titled “The Bridge,” on display at LCSC.
Many talented students at Lewiston High School have art in the 2015 LCSC Student Art Regional Junior/Senior High School Exhibition, which opened March 6, downtown in the Center for Arts and History. The student artists include Rachel Boyd, Coty Coppess, Ethan Coy, Trent Daniels, Destiny Hughes, McKenzi Lee, Courtnie Pratt, Victoria Abrahamson Smith, and Brandi Warner.
Coy, a senior at LHS, said that having his art shown in the exhibit is “a cool, new feeling.” He went on to add that the show will hopefully get his name out in the artistic community. “My inspiration was from my trip to San Francisco,” Coy said of his work. “I wanted to paint the scenery and feel of the city so it was a lot of experimenting with color.” The exhibit is open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. through March 28.
s t n e v e g n i Upcom ricardiomurillo
When most people hear of college recruiting they might first think of athletics. But many colleges find creative, and often bothersome, ways of reaching students with impressive attributes. Students who sign up with the College Board when taking their PSAT can expect emails and newsletters from schools that find their score fit for the school. Colleges such as the University of Por tland even offer in-depth tours of the campus for those students interested in continuing their education there. The real question asked of these schools’ admissions offices and students is: does college recruiting actually impact where kids go to college? Thir ty-three seniors at LHS (nine percent of the 2015 graduating class) completed an anonymous sur vey asking what their experience with recruiting was like, or if recruiters ever contacted them at all. The sur vey results were all ver y
similar, with many students saying that college recruiting did not impact their choice of where to go. However, many of the students agreed that recruiting holds value and should be a priority on the universities’ budget. A few of those surveyed also contributed their opinions on the negatives of obsessive college recruiting, saying that they feel annoyed to receive materials including information about campus tours for schools they have no interest in attending. The overall sur vey results also revealed: • Thir ty percent of students sur veyed said they have already toured local colleges, such as LCSC. • Two students said that sharing that their interest in the militar y means college recruiting does not apply to them. • Almost all of the schools mentioned had local or instate locations.
German club holds fundraisers jasmineallen reporter
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Plenty events fill up the school’s calendar, according to ASB advisor Jim Silvestri • • • •
Seniors meet for the annual liming of the L at noon, April 11 at the Red Lion Hotel in Lewiston. Seniors present their senior projects April 21 at LHS. It takes up the seniors’ whole school day while an early release occurs for underclassmen. Prom happens from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at the Elks Lodge in Lewiston. ASB revealed the theme to be a black and gold masquerade theme in February. Senior Luncheon takes place from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 29 at the Red Lion Hotel. Afterwards the awards assembly takes place at the LHS auditorium at 1 p.m. Counseling center sells the luncheon tickets for $11.
German club plans to travel to Leavenworth, Washington, in May to attend Mai Fest. Currently the club has around $700 in funds for the trip. To raise additional money, members plan to sell candy and calendars, and will hold a bake sale here at LHS. The club meets every Thursday after school in room 204 and welcomes students to come learn more about the Germanic language and culture, according to Adviser Christel Breckon.
J. Allen Christel Breckon.
In the coming year the club hopes to gain members and motivate more students to obtain an interest in German. ”I really love the nice students that come to the activity,” Breckon said.
Friday, March 27
Sports 7
Winter sports end, spring sports begin Parson finishes undefeated leytonwallace reporter
The Begals’ varsity wrestling team took ninth place in the state tournament Feb. 27 and 28 at the Holt Arena in Pocatello, and seniors Bryce Parson and Ryan Klemp raised eyebrows with their performances. Parson made a statement with his performance by gaining another state championship. He fell short at last year’s state championship but was able to claim redemption with a 14 to 0 final score in this year’s championship. The Bengal champion faced opponent Spencer Rich three times before their most recent battle, which included two matches before this year’s state championship and one during Parson’s sophomore year. “I was definitely nervous because it was
my last one in high school, but I don’t think I was ever scared,” Parson said. “It felt good for sure but I didn’t know it was going to end like that. It was like, ‘Whoa’.” Parson maintains an undefeated streak against Rich since their first match as sophomores. He signed with Oregon State University and plans to leave two weeks after graduation. He competed at the national level in late March. Results were unavailable at press time. Klemp, a three-year running state champion, fell just short of beating opponent Dimitrius Romero of Mountain View. The final score between Klemp and Romero ended 3 to 2, going into triple overtime. Senior Drake Randall also fell short once again at state with a 3 to 2 loss. Randall earned the thirdplace spot at last year’s tournament.
Softball off to good start
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LHS softball team plays against Lakeland at a game at Airport Park March 14. kelseymiddleton reporter
The Lewiston High School junior varsity and varsity softball teams set a positive tone for the season, each winning both games in its doubleheader in Lewiston Saturday, March 14, against Lakeland. The new varsity coach, Ike Young, has solid skills, according to some of his team members. “The teams spent weeks practicing and two of the practices in March scrimmaging each other
to prepare for their win over Lakeland,” said Cheyenne Rose, a freshman from Sacajawea Jr. High School who plays for both the LHS JV and varsity teams. The teams continue to practice regularly to prepare for upcoming games, including a double-header against Shadle Park Tuesday, April 7, at Airport Park in Lewiston, and Saturday, April 11, against Lakeland at Lakeland High School in Coeur d’Alene.
Track and field takes off
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An LHS student practices the high jump at practice in March. trevanpixley reporter
The Lewiston High School track season officially began March 14, when the boys’ and girls’ teams competed at the Sweeny Invite in Lewiston. The boys’ team took first out of six teams at Sweeny, while the girls took second. “There is a lot of improvement that will happen later on in the season,” said Layton Ahlers, sophomore, who took third in the 400-meter run and first in the 4x800 relay. At the Lewiston Invite, which took place March 21, the boys
took third and the girls took fourth, according to Ahlers. Additional track events included the Christina Finney Co-Ed Relays at Post Falls High School March 26, with scores unavailable at press time. The teams will compete in the Lapwai Meet at 3:30 p.m. April 9 at Lapwai High School, as well as at the Pulse Invitational at 4:30 p.m. April 10 at Centennial High School in Boise. The Pasco Invitational will take place at 9:30 a.m. April 18 at Edgar Brown Stadium in Pasco, Washington.
Girls basketball season ends jonikaringling reporter
After heading to state with high hopes, the Lewiston High School girls varsity basketball team placed third in the Idaho class 5A tournament Feb. 21. The semifinal game against Rocky Mountain had a score of 51-42, according to Bengal records at maxpreps.com. Senior Emilee Schlader led the team in points with a total of 20. Lynzee Wilson, senior, said the tournament felt bittersweet. “I wish we could have finished
better but I felt honored to represent my school,” stated Wilson. The team recorded 23 wins and two losses during the season. Since the season ended, Lady Bengals Cali Moscrip, Emilee Schlader Lynzee Wilson and Halle White represented Lewiston in the all-star basketball games in Clarkston and Lapwai March 11 and 17. Meanwhile, the boys’ basketball team’s season officially came to an end as they fell by a score of 65-49 to the Couer d’ Alene Vikings Feb. 24 in Couer d’ Alene. Trevan Pixley contributed to this article.
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Moms battle it out on the court heyleighsorendaughter sportseditor
The mothers of the boys and girls basketball, cheer and wrestling teams rallied together Tuesday, March 10, to battle it out with each other in the only way they knew how: Basketball. This years Battle of the Moms fundraiser for the Safe and Sober graduation party and the LHS Booster Club offered a fun and entertaining atmosphere. The referees joined in the fun, laughing along with the players. From senior Cameron Sager and his mom doing a “secret handshake” to Jacey Johnson and her mom “keeping it classic” with a hug, the role call of the players and their student counterparts proved how this game amuses and entertains. “It’s not a lot of rules and [it is] a lot of bribing,” said senior Cali
Moscrip’s mom, Colista Stamper. Players, cheerleaders and spectators alike all bribed the referees with items from dollar bills to candy bars. “Substitute moms” provided another alternative for players. Each mom could choose another to take her place in the game. “The only rule is that they have to be over 30, so your sister cant play, to keep the atmosphere light and airy,” said Stamper. The mothers wore T-shirts of varying team colors reading “Bengal Heart, Bengal Pride, Bengal Mom.” Wrestling moms wore gray, girls basketball moms wore black, boys basketball moms wore purple and the cheer moms wore white. During the halftime show after two of the 8-minute quarters, the cheerleading moms and the current cheerleaders worked together to make it a success. They
Jeniwea players and cheerleaders pose in an aftergame photo after the game before the Battle of the Moms March 10. Photo courtesy of the Bengal Boosters Club
created a new cheer in honor of the game: “Bengal Mamas” to the tune of the LHS “Bengal Power” cheer. Band moms joined in the fun too, working in the bleachers to provide music and adding to the cheerleaders’ spirit.
Prior to the Battle of the Moms game, senior varsity players played each other in the annual Jeniwea game. The seniors dressed in their old uniforms from the junior high they attended before going to LHS and faced each other on the court.
For more sports, go to www.thebengalspurr.com Cheerleaders take District competition, place at state kaitlynswift reporter
Lewiston High School cheerleaders competed at State Cheer at the Idaho Center in Nampa March 21, taking second for co-ed stunts. The team also competed in the District Competition Feb. 28 at Lakeland High School in Rathdrum, Idaho. The team qualified in each division, with first place in jumps, pom, sideline cheer and main routine, and second place in stunt group. These placings won the title of overall grand champions for Division 5A. “We [hoped] to score high and represent LHS,” said Sydnee Soderberg, sophomore cheerleader.
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The LHS cheer team celebrates its reward as overall Grand Champions at the District Competition Feb. 28 at Lakeland High School in Rathdrum.
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For April fools’:
Ink shortage ends in panic mennaandherson editorinchief
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Due to the shortage of squid in the Snake River, the Lewiston Tribune currently deals with an ink shortage when printing the paper. The Tribune also prints for The Bengal’s Purr creating the need for an alternative way to print any newspaper. The need for ink the in the valley increased and the need for squid in the valley is depleting, causing the species to be over-fished. The ink supply, held under lock and key somewhere underneath the “L” on the Lewiston Hill, remains dangerously low. The Tribune asks for
Nez Perce county votes no guns tipoopilsenmullaley opinioneditor
suggestions to fix this catastrophe. The Tribune received idea’s to fix the problem such as: Going digital, using the blood of chickens or simply
Dress establishes dominant race ki5neyrichards featureeditor
super humans designed for battle.
Unfortunately, much like previous Nazi experiments, the “inferior” race During the week of Feb. 26, a faces terrible consequences. Seeing dress broke the internet. After one the dress in the wrong color results picture dropped on Twitter, people in the grouping of these individuals all over the world lost their wits. and sending them to Mars, where death looms at every turn. The dress causes friends to Research through social media beat each other black and blue, or perhaps white and gold? proves to be the vital part to this What color is the dress exactly? whole experiment. Putting the The world may never know, but dress on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, one thing remains certain; the etc. with the caption “Black and government definitely sits behind blue or white and gold?” made this mind-controlling dress. it easier for the government to determine the Master Race. According to Professor The experiment comes to a Lendrick Kamar the dress serves the sole purpose of revealing close soon, with the ultimate the world’s dominate race. The military fighting force now under people who see the correct the control of the government. coloring reign superior over Legions of angry teens march on, those who do not. The Nazi-esque ready to dominate the world over experiment will create a race of the coloration of an ugly dress.
As Obama officially signs the NoGuns-4-U bill officially abolishing the Second Amendment of the Constitution, Nez Perce County officially breathes a sigh of official relief. Once the third most heavily-armed county in the country, Nez Perce residents now throw down their arms with a cheer. “Finally, I don’t have to pretend to be a gun-loving hick anymore. Now I can finally pursue my love of poetry,” said Seymour Buts, a longtime resident of the county. Others participated in gun-dismantling rallies, competing against one another to tear down a gun as quickly as possible. ATK, a known bullet manufacturing plant in Lewiston, officially shut down
and converted its space into an animal sanctuary for deer, turkey and other defenseless game previously hunted down by merciless gun-toters. However, some were not so happy with the new law. “Now that guns are illegal, what pointless cause are we supposed to support now?” said Anne Beatts, spokesperson for the Anti-Gun Association, “It’s an outrage and an absolute joke!” People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) also expressed anger at the new law. “Without rifles, no animals are being killed,” said John Doe, leader of the Lewiston PETA chapter, “There’s nothing to protest!” To share opinions on the new regulations, call 1-800-TROLL.
Students allowed in teacher lot ricardiomurillo opinionassistant
Lewiston High School struggles daily with the issue of students parking in the teachers’ parking lot. Much to the delight of LHS staff, teachers recommend that students park in the teachers’ lot from now on. In addition to being efficient, a majority of the teachers prefer it. Despite local hooligans spreading the rumor of teachers preferring their
own parking lot, a majority of teachers say they like parking four blocks away and walking from their cars. LHS seniors also advise sophomores to park in the senior parking lot. This proves convenient for sophomores and shows the seniors that they have audacity. Some seniors even say it shows respect for the graduating class.
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Conquer the Prank
LHS: The perfect learning environment pageshoemaker websiteeditor
April 1, the petition for a new school did not pass. Many people report that LHS stands as an unsafe and unstable learning area for the teenagers and kids in Lewiston. Students and faculty spotted mold and asbestos around Lewiston High School. “The rumors of mold and asbestos are all wrong. The mold smooths the skin and clears up acne. Asbestos enhances breathing and clears the lungs. People with asthma can be cured with just a little bit [of asbestos] in their system,” said Robert Wilson, a local health inspector. Brady Wilson, junior, said, “The bathrooms are my favorite! The boy’s bathroom always smells like dandelions,
and roses! The stalls have no locks so that’s a plus for those peepers!” “I love being able to see over the stalls in the girls’ bathroom. It just gives me lovely comfort when I know I can see everyone who’s washing their hands, while I’m doing my business,” stated Candy Thompson, senior. Andrew Smith, history teacher for 13 years, said, “LHS has more kids than there is space, but you don’t need to worry, next year we’re adding about 100 more kids, so it’ll work out fine!” The construction that all the kids at LHS listen to for music is just what they need. Why build a new school when the school just keeps getting updated?
M. Anderson Student enjoys the use of her fantastic locker, claiming that “picking the paint chips” keeps her entertained. Wed. March 25.
Frankenstein fruits wreak havoc heyleighsorendaughter sportseditor A.C.
Attention! Stay indoors! Mutant fruits rise from the ground! They grow limbs, arms and even teeth due to faulty Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) development. Scientists regret to inform the public that these fruity
atrocities resulted from accidental mixing of human DNA and a new strand of fruit DNA currently in development. These faulty seeds spread around the U.S. f or testing by various farmers to ensure their safety. The public should heed warn-
ing that the plants attack on sight. Gardeners and farmers beware! They arose to avenge the deaths of their less horrifying counterparts. Authorities report over 40 deaths in the past week due to these frightfully freaky fruits, and the numbers continue to rise.
This mutation seems widespread. New information reports wheat plants shooting seeds at dangerously fast speeds on the plains. These makeshift bullets paralyze the ill-fated victim. Just one bite from these devilish fruits causes the body to begin sprouting roots from every orifice. Human eyes turn to seeds and organs slowly become the same consistency of the fruit causing the infection. The public should prepare as the world falls fast into a science-induce d f r u i t - p o c a l y p s e !
ON HIGH SCHOOL WILL NO LONGER ALLOW LEAVING CAMPUS FOR LUNCH. IN OTHER NEWS: APRIL FOOLS.
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LHS science teacher recieves prestigious award tipoopilsenmulalley opinioneditor
Deanna Kinziger, ecology teacher at Lewiston High School, currently stands as one of five recipients of the National Project Learning Tree Outstanding Educators Award. Geared specifically toward environmental educators using the Project Learning Tree curriculum, the award recognizes teachers and instructors who exemplify the Project Learning Tree motto: “Teach students how to think, not what to think.” “I was a little overwhelmed,” Kinziger said of her feelings about the award. “I just feel like I do my job, and I don’t do it better than [any of my peers.]” As a recipient of the award, Kinziger
also ran a workshop to show other teachers around the region ways to bring Project Learning Tree into their classrooms. During the workshop, the instructors enjoyed a tour of the Clearwater Paper in Lewiston, learning about the technology and work going into modern day logging and paper-making business. “I’ve gotten a lot of accolades from the staff... The principal and vice principal came to congratulate me in front of the students,” Kinziger said. “It’s really neat being recognized by your peers...for all your hard work.” Kinziger began teaching in 1994, teaching at both Lewiston junior high schools before coming to LHS in 2000. Michelle Youngquist, State Coordinator for Project Learning Tree, submitted Kinziger’s nomination.
T. Rodgers Deanna Kinziger recieved the National Project Learning Tree Outstanding Educators award in March.
Much needed renovation plans booked for LHS library Those who visit the Lewiston High School library often may have noticed its recently empty bookshelves and blue tape. The library staff began rearranging the space in March to increase the digital resources available to students. “[We are] making beneficial
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learning room” said Mary Ann Funk, librarian. “[To] make it a 21st century space we can do this without a conventional remodel.” One of the biggest changes is the removal of the back wall and mini computer lab. The fiction section
will fill in that space and staff will move the computers to a more centralized location. Funk plans to add a color printer for student use and hopes for a 3-D printer. “My other goal is to have a 3-D
printer. We will be adding a color printer,” Funk said. Funk looks forward to the new library setup, slated for completion in August. “We like to think of the library as a learning lab...I hope it will have a positive impact on students.” Funk said.
Construction III students repair historical buildings in community kin5eyrichards featureeditor
For the last three years, Lewiston High School’s third-year contruction students have helped to rebuild Lewiston’s historical sites such as the Heritage House and the Territorial Capital. “My program requires the completers, all seniors, to do work with a contractor on a job site,” said Stuart Johnson, who teaches construction along with manufacturing and small engine repair. “Two years ago we started working on the Territorial Capital, we did all the interior,” said Johnson “Last year we started on the Heritage House and this year we’ve been doing a combo between the two, so this is the third year working with some non-profit within the community.” The students helped restore the
Territorial Capital and boardwalks changes many perspectives for the according to the standards of the students and adults alike. “You get a lot of clarification on 19th century, when the Idaho Capwhat you think you ital was originally built. At the Herknow,” said Johnitage House, the son. “They’re learnstudents helped to ing construction, make the building but they’re also more accessible to learning Idaho hisvisitors with phystory and Northwest history as they do ical disabilities by this because we updating a bathhave to keep things room and a ramp. true to that histori“We basically did all the framing and cal perspective. roofing; we did a We can’t just go in and make things lot of cleaning, repainting, repairing Adam Dinubilo, senior, Construction III look brand new. We have to make of windows and then we built a storage shed for things look similar to what it would have in the 1860s.” them,” Johnson said. “I have to be way more delicate and Rebuilding historic structures
precise when I’m working,” said Adam Dinubilo, senior. “These priceless antiques have to be handled with extreme care because of how fragile they are,” The results are never just visual though. Students walk away with much more than construction skills and leave the community in better condition. “This class teaches us what it’s like to work for a true company and do hard labor in the real world,” said Dinubilo. “ I have a sense of actual education when it comes to my working endeavors.” “The reward is huge,” said Johnson. “I probably won’t even truly understand the impact that the students are having, but I’m told often that people really appreciate what’s been done.”
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Senior projects tackle outdoor sports, support groups Eric Hill: Winter sports and their benefits
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Q: Describe your senior project and its effects on the community. A: My project informed people about the pros and cons of snowboarding and skiing. It explained the many health benefits of both sports. I also encouraged people who have never done it to go out and try it. Q: What do you hope to accomplish with your senior project and paper? A: I want people to learn facts about snowboarding and skiing, not opinions. I also want to better my skills on the hill. Q: What is your personal reason for picking this topic? A: I love snowboarding and I have put many hours of my life towards the sport. I also wanted people to learn that not all snowboarders are “punks” like many believe. Q: Please share some of your most interesting facts about this project. A: Snowboarding can be very good for your health and is a huge event in the Winter X Games. It has also gained mass popularity in the last 20 years.
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Hill snowboards down Brundage Mountain, McCall, Idaho, in Kaylin Sinkiewicz: Human Eric January. trafficking awareness Scholarships save students money, deadlines approach Q: Describe your senior project and its effects on the community. A: I’m doing a fundraiser. All of the money will be going to Stop the Traffik. This is an organization that sets up safe houses all over the world (mainly the U.S.), for girls and boys to go to after they get out of human trafficking. It helps them get them used to regular, everyday life again. Q: What do you hope to accomplish with your senior project and paper? A: I hope to inform people in our community about human trafficking and how it is actually in America--everywhere -- including Washington and Idaho. Q: What is your personal reason for picking this topic? A: I’ve watched and read many things about human trafficking but almost none of it is about America so I wanted to do research to find out how close it really is. Q: Please share some of your most interesting facts about this project. A: Seattle, Washington, is one of the largest human trafficking places in the U.S. Girls and boys who are brought into human trafficking are about 8-12 years old, and 84 percent who get out of human trafficking get back into it, because they don’t know how to live in the real world anymore. Many people are pulled into it at “safe places” like malls and bus stops.
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On Feb. 12, counselors updated the Bengal Green, a list of scholarships available only to Lewiston High School seniors ranging from $250 to $2,000. Applications are available in the Counseling Center or on the LHS website. The $2,000 scholarship is the LIFE 21st Century Scholarship due April 15. Students who apply must be an LHS senior, and maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Scholarships for $1,000 include: • The LHS Class of 1959 scholarship due Apr. 15 preferably but not required for descendants of the Class of 1959 involved in school and community • The Albert Leo Wessels Memorial Scholarship due April 15
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The Raymond and Patricia Rooper Scholarship due April 15 for students pursuing a degree in math or science • The Eugene Northrup Memorial United Steelworkers Scholarship due April 20 • The Patricia S. Bell Memorial Scholarship due April 20 for senior girls attending college this fall • The Lee Earl Memorial Music Scholarship due May 1 for students pursuing a profession in music, creative writing or any similar field. Students earning Jump Start Scholarships included: Rylie Anderson, Carlee Bodden, Autumn Cole, Maddison Elzea, Mary Everett, Kiara Garcia, Andrew Henrie, Kelsey Hyatt, Cody Kasper, Jordyn Kim, An Le, McKenzi Lee, James Marshall, Corey Pils, Elizabeth Player-Hoog, Sam Schacher, Madelyn Skalicky, Michaela Tuell, Jackie Uhling and Lynzee Wilson.
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Ryan MacMillan: Theatre light impacts emotion
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Q: Describe your senior project and its effects on the community. A: I was helping run the lights for the production of the Wedding Singer at Lewiston Civic Theatre. From being [in the light booth] behind the audience I get to see firsthand the effects that the theatre has on the audience. You get to see the lives of viewers touched with joy and laughter. Q: What do you hope to accomplish with your senior project and paper? A: I hoped to be able to help with any part of the Lewiston Civic Theatre. Also, it helped me learn how to use setting and light as an ally [for actors]. Q: What is your personal reason for picking this topic? A: I picked this topic because theatre is one of my favorite things to be a part of. Without it, I would be incomplete. Q: Please share some of your most interesting facts about this project. A: Almost every frame of the Lord of the Rings trilogy has been edited to change the lightning for viewer effect. The same color can have different effects on emotion depending on what is on stage.
Courtesy of R. MacMillan A local actress reahearses for The Wedding Singer at the Lewiston Civic Thearre, where Senior Ryan MacMillan provided stage lighting
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• 8 and 9 - Senior project reflective letter due • 8 - Access senior meeting • 13 and 14 - Senior project portfolios due • 15 - Senior project presentation practice • 20 - Access schedule - Faculty advisors meet with seniors • 21 - Senior project presentation day- Early release • 6 - 8 a.m. A.P. English literature and composition exam • 12 - 8 a.m. A.P. U.S. Government exam • 29 - Senior luncheon and awards assembly • 30 - GRADUATION
Madi Hill: Grieving children need support groups Q: Describe your senior project and its effects on the community. A: I am hosting the Mike Jensen Run. All profits go to Willow Center, a center for children dealing with grief [over loss] of a loved one. Q: What do you hope to accomplish with your senior project and paper? A: I hope to make a larger turnout for this run because it’s a really cool thing to get the community together in one place, especially since it goes to such a good cause. Q: What is your personal reason for picking this topic? A: Running has always been an interest of mine and my cousins go to Willow, so I thought it was cool to know it was affecting someone who I am close with. Q: Please share some of your most interesting facts. A: These groups pair together several kids of similar ages and personalities, and there are also camps in the summer through these support groups. Many children will hide their feelings from family and children don’t always understand, and blame themselves [for loss] if they’re very young.
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Why was the scientist shopping for sausage? He was looking for the missing link. Don’t get hurt... Becoming a vegetarian is a huge missed steak. That would be one Spring Break you wouldn’t want. What did the giraffe say when he was annoyed? “You’re giraffing me crazy.” What did the hat say to the tie? “You hang around, I’ll go on ahead.”
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Whoever stole my copy of Microsoft Office What did the butcher say while slicing some beef? is in big trouble. Nice to meat you. You have my Word. What’s Beethoven’s favorite fruit?
I used to be a banker. Then I lost interest.
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Guys and Dolls pleases LHS jcbakin’ newassisstant
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M. Anderson Above: The men of Guys and Dolls finish a song and dance number. The Lewiston High School production of the romantic comedy Guys and Dolls officially ended March 14. The actors and actresses involved put a lot of hard work and dedication into the production and it paid off. The play revolves around the grit and gambling of the guys in New York City, and their love of sweet and sassy girls. The actors did a fantastic job of representing their characters’ emotions and unique characteristics, including thick Brooklyn accents. The flawless sets added to the flashy aesthetic, while the lighting flowed nicely and supported the scenes. The pit band
also maintained a pleasant volume that didn’t overpower the actors. The production only presented a few concerns. A common complaint from audience members of any school play is that school shows tend to be run long and an audience member can lose interest. Another concern is that this production had many seniors cast in lead roles. Since these students will not be here next year it is important that the lower classmen work on their skills to maintain these excellent productions. Overall, this production earn 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Cinderella still enchanting to audiences ricardiomurillo opinionassisstant
Purrcussion: Spring Break...Checkin’ Out
In 1950, Disney released its animated classic Cinderella. Moviegoers everywhere quickly fell in love with its rich animation and beloved storyline. Sixty years later Disney released a live action reboot providing a fresh experience while staying true to the source material presents itself as the movie’s biggest challenge. The backstory exists as the biggest addition here. Many fans may worry if the new backstory does justice to the original. The backstory adds a good layer of depth while still remaining faithful to the original film. It fits in nicely and never feels shoehorned into the story. Every actor gives a great performance bringing these timeless characters to life. Cate Blanchett in particular does
Luke Bryan’s Spring Break...Checkin’ Out, released March 10, 2015, brings the star’s brand of country to the beach-- and it works surprisingly well. From the beginning of “My Ol’ Bronco” to the end of “Are You Leaving with Him,” the rocks the spring break vibe like few others this year can. Bryan’s deep vocals melding with guitar and all around good-time lyrics give listeners the impression of white sand beaches and deep blue ocean water, a drink in one hand and sunscreen on the nose while still managing to stay country at its core. The album’s vibe stays noticeably mellow throughout, allowing for a steady head bobbing groove and infectious song structure. However, one does begin to notice the rather repetitive nature of some of the songs. While the album manages to stay appealing throughout the first
a fantastic job as the evil step-mother. The writers provided dialogue that feels as if it were from a fairytale but still believable. The movie has good pacing and succeeds in storytelling overall. The visuals serve as one of its biggest triumphs. This movie provides a feast for the eyes. The set design and costuming looks absolutely beautiful. The palace looks especially striking. Gorgeous color palettes truly pop out of the screen. Director Kenneth Branagh still did not release a flawless film, though. Composer Patrick Doyle’s score lacks any memorable tunes ultimately proving itself disappointing. This could have made the perfect opportunity for a new classic Disney soundtrack but it falls flat. It also falls victim to playing it safe. Branagh made a fine movie but it doesn’t do anything outside the box. Although it does not attempt anything new, Cinderella still manages to impress through its creative vision. It offers a wonderful reimagining of a classic movie. For this, Cinderella earns four out of five stars.
listening, many of the tracks grow old rather quickly. Several exceptions exist, though, including Checking Out, which takes a hard left from the songs before it, taking a much more twangfilled approach then the other tracks, which tend to sway more toward country-rock. Despite its flaws, Spring Break... Checkin’ Out presents itself as a catchy, fun-in-the-sun album right at home playing in the background of a bonfire or filtering the speakers of a pick-up. Spring Break....Checkin’ Out earns 3 1/2 out of 5 stars.
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At the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival March 20 in Moscow, judges selected Lewiston High School Gold Voices to perform on the main stage in the University of Idaho Kibbie Dome. The group received the coveted Judge’s Award, given to the festival’s best performances and numbers. “It was nice.” said LHS choir instructor, Julie Burke. “The students did a great job.” The LHS Jazz Band also attended the festival with the Gold Voices choir. However, they did not earn any awards.
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Flashback: The Bengal’s Purr archive reveals spring clippings abskinetic featureassistant
After more than 87 years of publication, The Bengal’s Purr archive contains hundreds of copies of past issues with Lewiston High School history. A recent search through back issues revealed a brief by former reporter Doug Bauer, who continued his career in journalism, and the beginning of a career of a beloved teacher. Right, March 30, LHS Yearbook 1990: The spring issue ushers in the Scott Funk beginning of spring track season with a brief by former Purr reporter Doug Bauer, the current managing editor at the Lewiston Tribune. Below, Feb. 6, 1987: Former Purr reporter Robert Priadle interviewed then-rookie teacher Scott Funk about his transition into Lewiston High School. “These guys would not recognize me,” Funk said as he showed the article below to current students. Funk reminisced about his time at LHS and said that he always had great students because he taught electives and they wanted to be in his class.
20Variety FOR SALE 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue in good condition, $850 or best offer. XBOX Original with many games. Must pick up from grandma’s house. Will get free cookies with XBOX, $15. Hermit crab named McCrab Master needs to go to good home. Currently can’t keep him due to his personal hygiene (refusal to change his habits). Selling candy bars out of my van at lunch. Candy bars $0.75. Brother for sale. Very annoying and needs to be taken away. Will pay anything to get him out of my life. Sister for sale. VERY interested in dress up and imaginary tea parties. I have no time or patience for her. Car keys, found in parking lot. Will trade for a Butterfinger. Cookies for sale, will trade for cookies. Leftover fries, trade for tender hug. Ask senior, Tilsen Mulalley. Selling rubberband jewelry, see Harrison Moore. 2018 Superbowl tickets. Don’t ask how I got them. Selling for $0.46. Golf cart for sale. Will trade for anything including different golf cart, gokart, beater-with-a-heater, hatchback, or any other vehicles that run. Ice cream, many flavors to choose from. Before they melt. $2.00 each.
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HELP! I can’t clean my room by myself. Will pay once I find my wallet. Please help me with my homework, failing Forestry class. Needing to find Yu-gi-oh in my closet. Closet possibly leads to Narnia. Too scared of the Ice Witch and talking wolves to check. Not sure if iguana or dragon, need someone to watch it over Spring Break while I go to Legoland. Needed: buglar, for rich job. Good pay, insurance protected by dwarves. Funeral expenses are payed for.
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Spring Break buddy wanted, will give half a Poptart. World of Warcraft adventures will ensue. Looking for Waha mudding buddy. Preferably Mr. Potter - K.S. Took an arrow to the knee, in need of companion to help me travel around. Starting up a Mystery, Inc. crew, looking for members.
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Have you seen my frog? Last seen in main lobby. Please send Jorge home safely. If missing items in locker rooms, please check the designated lost and found for your gender. Can’t find my car keys, please help. Currently sleeping on the roof of my car every night due to my phone being in my car, parents out of town, no friends. Lost my friends, in need of assistance to find them. They may be under a rock, haven’t checked. Last seen before playing hide-and-go-seek. Lost my phone charger. Phone battery percentage at 5, please help before fourth hour ends. I am lost. Please help find me... One stinky shoe found in parking lot next to the football practice field. Please report to the senior lot to pick up your shoe. Looking for companion. Must be someone who wants adventure and to travel in a big, blue, box. Adventures include anywhere in time and space. 208-555-5555. Preferably call on a Thursday. Missing big, blue, box with a mad man inside. Found Precious. Will not give, but found it. So shiny! Looking for droids, R2 Unit and humanoid robot. Wanted for assisting galactic rebel alliance. Lost, 101 dalmation puppies. Please help find. Lost my honey jar, if found please return to little yellow bear in The Hundred-Acre Wood.
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Cute boy looking for cute girl to have lunch with. Please meet me at the light post in front of the school next week. Never had a life before. Looking to purchase one. Please (students) do not park in the teachers’ parking lot. Cove giveaway, thing-a-ma-bops included. Detective available Monday through Friday. Call 208-SHER-LOCK.
If discovered special power, for advice and counseling please contact Professor Xavier’s School for the Gifted. Please do not get any more detentions. The Breakfast Club is full. Please remember as the weather gets warm, to follow school dress code policy.
Have a safe and wonderful Spring Break! Happy April Fools’ Day!
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