Photo Opinion: What is your favorite Thanksgiving Tradition?
Makayla Archambeault, Assistant Web Editor
November 15, 2019
Every family is different and every family has their own traditions. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, this family holiday is looking to be cheerful for the students of Lafayette as they share their families' traditions for Thanksgiving....
Out and About: The Soda Fountain
Sarah Locke, Staff Reporter
November 14, 2019
As a part of the new renovations, Union Station has replaced Hard Rock Cafe with The Soda Fountain. Located in Union Station at 201 South 18th Street, the restaurant is about 35 minutes away from Lafayette, but definitely worth the drive. From the outside, it doesn’t appear to be special, b...
Crocker brothers visit nearly half of MLB stadiums
Grace Kirtley, Lifestyles Editor
November 11, 2019
The start of a tradition: 15 days-12 stadiums. In the summer of 2019, Derek Crocker, junior, Ethan Crocker, Class of 2019 and their father, Patrick Crocker, took a trip to see nearly half of all the baseball stadiums in America. Since they were young, Derek and Ethan have enjoyed watching and playing...
Five Questions with Nathaniel Mahone
Sarah Locke, Staff Reporter
November 7, 2019
Junior Nathaniel Mahone spent his summer acting all around St. Louis. This past summer, he was in "Fire Shut up in my Bones," a world premiere opera composed by six time Oscar and Grammy winner Terence Blanchard. He was also in "Cinderella" and "Matilda" at The Muny. When/how did you become involved in theater? When I ...
Out and About: Duck Donuts
Corren Tipton, Assistant News Editor
November 3, 2019
Located on 1651 Clarkson Road, Duck Donuts offers a fresh taste on the average doughnuts. Made in front of customers and on the spot, their donuts are one above. Along with a regular menu, Duck Donuts also has a seasonal menu with holiday-themed sprinkles, icings and flavors. Customers can choose to ...
Out and About: Blush Boutique
Abby Stebner, Staff Reporter
October 29, 2019
Blush Boutique encompasses coastal vibes with Midwestern values, Blush dresses the modern bohemian woman, the casual but chic girl and the stylish gal on the go. Blush Boutique sells a lot of name brand clothing like Wildfox, Free people, Tart and Love stitch. They have been open for 13 years and do ...
Five Questions with Sophie Arceneaux
Sarah Locke, Staff Reporter
October 24, 2019
Junior Sophie Arceneaux is known by her friends for her wacky socks, water polo skills and many other things. However, what most do not know is she spends her free time volunteering at the St. Louis Zoo. What exactly do you do at the zoo and how often? I’m a teen volunteer at the zoo for a program that is calle...
St. Louis area offers many Halloween entertainment options
Maya Manor, Staff Reporter
October 23, 2019
With Halloween only a week away, it’s time to get into the Halloween-spirit. The St. Louis area has various events and activities occurring throughout the rest of the month of October in relation to the upcoming holiday. Here are 10 different special events that students can attend with friends and...
The candy corn question: 10 sites to help further the candy corn debate
Corren Tipton, Assistant News Editor
October 22, 2019
With the arrival of spooky season comes the annual debate of whether candy corn is a quality candy or a trashy triangle of pure sugar. These sites delve into the history of candy corn, its main ingredients and more, including various sources with their opinion on this controversial treat. ...
Five Questions with Holly Green
Abby Stebner, Staff Reporter
October 10, 2019
Holly Green is a business teacher at Lafayette. She has been teaching here for four years and is also the freshman cheerleading coach. Where did you go to college and what did you major in? I went to the University of Central Missouri and majored in Marketing and minored in International Business. Did...
Photo Opinion: What do you think of the Homecoming theme Rock of Ages?
Kayla Carpenter, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2019
Homecoming Week began on Oct. 6 at the annual Homecoming Kickoff in the Stadium. Every year, Student Council (STUCO) chooses a theme for the week that correlate with dress up days, the Homecoming Parade on Oct. 11 and the dance on Oct. 12. This year’s theme is Rock Of Ages. ...
What is your pumpkin spice index?
Sophia Scheller, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2019
Fall is rolling around and so is the classic fall drink, the pumpkin spice latte. Do you prefer the winter wonderland or Halloween? Find out how much fall spirit you really have. ...
