Marit Swenson Shining Light Foundation raises awareness for childhood cancers
The Marit Swenson Shining Light Foundation was created in 2020 in order to help fund medical research into the causes and cures of DIPG. The foundation’s goal last year was to raise $22,000 for Marit’s 22nd birthday. They reached and surpassed that goal by raising about $50,000.
Via Yang, Sports Editor and Illustrator
• February 26, 2024
Meet Mitch Kalka, owner of Mitch’s Vintage in Shoreview
“I'm a Scorpio, I like throwing darts, going to the mall and eating sandwiches […] I believe in aliens, I just do. And I love having a store because my customers are all so great,” he said.
Justin Shao, Staff Reporter
• February 25, 2024
From Mounds View to the MN Supreme Court: Chief Justice Hudson’s distinguished career
Appointed by Governor Tim Walz last October, Hudson is the third woman and first Black person sworn in as chief justice in the court’s history. Additionally, she is a Mounds View High School alumna — class of 1975.
Tyler Quattrin, Print Editor-in-Chief and Features Editor
• February 18, 2024
The dark side of looksmaxxing
The looksmaxxing trend on TikTok is essentially a reiteration of former glow-up trends. The only difference is that looksmaxxing caters to a predominantly male audience and has some not-so-subtle incel undertones.
Elijah Easton, Maya Gjelhaug, Brayden Kopf, Lillian Landberg, and Cali Sidler
• January 31, 2024
What is Mounds View doing to recruit more teachers of color?
Mounds View participates in state-wide programs that aim to increase staff diversity in Minnesota, but progress remains to be seen.
Liliana Peleska, Staff Reporter
• January 25, 2024
D1 recruit Quin Morgan’s path to #1
One of Mounds View's most accomplished athletes, #1-ranked Quin Morgan describes his path to greatness.
Elijah Mattfield, Reviews Editor
• January 24, 2024
Mounds View’s own NASA ambassador: Science Teacher Jacob Hairrell
Mounds View Teacher Jacob Hairrell one of 18 U.S. teachers selected for prestigious NASA Astronomy Activation Ambassadors program.
Sidharth Sharma, Debates Editor
• January 23, 2024
ALL1N the fight against cancer
After the death of Erica Bratland, mother of girls basketball player and wife of coach, the Mounds View Girls Basketball team has become dedicated to supporting struggling families in the community.
Via Yang, Sports Editor and Illustrator
• January 22, 2024
[OPINION] TikTok is killing music
The music that achieves popularity on TikTok has become over-reliant on gimmicks, incorporating online vernacular in some half-hearted attempt to connect with the masses.
William Overbo, Staff Reporter
• January 21, 2024
Why are fewer people attending college?
Over the past decade, college enrollment has declined substantially, mainly due to the growing cost of college and the oversaturation of college graduates in certain fields.
Suha Sharif, Staff Reporter
• January 19, 2024
New Minnesota laws go into effect
On Jan. 1, 2024, many news laws went into effect, all of which have substantial implications for the Mounds View community.
Christina Lang-Deetz and Tyler Quattrin
• January 19, 2024
Prince of Peace Church combats homelessness with tiny home settlement
Churches across Minnesota have begun offering low-cost housing to chronically homeless individuals, supported by new state legislation.
Maya Gjelhaug, Sinim Dhuguma, and Vincent Meyer
• January 18, 2024
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