Opinion
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Though intentions were good, No Child Left Behind needs reform
Our View According to a federal report released Thursday, Sept. 10, a staggering 81 percent of Iowa’s public schools are failing to meet standards of...
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The Power of Pretty: Women should stand up against makeup shaming
By: Daphne Becker Almost half of all women in the United States report they wear makeup every day from a survey done by Smartgirl.org, yet...
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Our View: Summer’s here, so embrace your soundtrack
Our View An undeniable infatuation with summer exists due in part to lightened schedules and intoxicating sunrays. But it also exists thanks to a warm...
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Before graduation, students should study career trends
When Jon Ericson went to college, he wanted to be a newspaper reporter. And why not? Despite the anticipated long hours and below-average pay, Ericson...
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Thanks to our readers for a year of storytelling
Our View There is a unique, unparalleled energy about the school on Fridays. A person who doesn’t love Fridays is simply wrong. However, along with...
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One for Now, One for Later: Be sure to check out these two new musical offerings
JLin – Dark Energy If cool sounds are what you seek, cool sounds you shall receive on this progressive debut EP from Indiana electronic...
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2014 grads offer college advice to class of 2015
The magnitude of change college brings is as unsettling as it is exciting, which is why three 2014 graduates, now attending public universities were more...
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Triumphant Tunes: Highly rated musicians headed onto their final performances
Our View On Saturday, April 18, a number or CFHS choir, orchestra, and band students participated in the solo/ensemble competition at East High School. Many...
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Follow these tips to stretch your fashion budget
There is nothing I hate more than spending money. If you give me your money I will spend it. But my money that I worked...
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Mission To Mars? Red planet trip carries big risks
Recently, 200,000 people have applied to live on Mars knowing full well the countless risks that come with this decision. Most sane people would do...
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Phone ban or same old rule? How does Iowa’s new law look inside Cedar Falls classrooms
If you step into a classroom at Cedar Falls High School these days—or really, any classroom in Iowa—you might think you accidentally walked into a library… or a witness...
