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In a given year, about 5 percent of the U.S. population experiences seasonal depression, according to Mental Health America. photo illustration by Natalie Garwood; model by Savannah Vanpamel

Seasonal depression on the rise

Austin Lamphier, Reporter January 28, 2022

When the holiday season dies down, seasonal depression kicks in during the winter months. When the seasons shift, many people can feel like they have a loss in energy, that they have trouble concentrating,...

Washing surfaces with soap and water is always the best way to prevent getting sick. Whether it is hands or a counter top, cleaning any surface can remove germs from the area. Only 20 seconds with soap and water could help one from getting sick.

Cold case

Haley Grooms, Editor-in-Chief February 13, 2020

It seems never-ending. The coughing, sneezing, lethargy, and stuffy noses are a daily chore that one has to deal with when stuck with a bad cold. For sophomore Nathan Wolgamott, his struggles with sickness...

Hot mess in cold classrooms

Haley Grooms, Editor December 19, 2018

Imagine casually sitting in class, finishing up an assignment, until you’re hit in the face with someone’s fur coat. With winter arriving, jackets and hats are tools to combat cool temperatures...

Sydney Kibiloski's blanket now is kept in her cubby.

Blankets no longer allowed to be worn by students

Nicole Mcmenomay, Social Media Editor November 13, 2017

During the fall and winter months, some students can be seen sporting blankets over their sweaters and hoodies in an effort to keep warm in cool classes during the day. However, an email was sent out...

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