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Plastics in packaging is going overboard

Mandy Scheuer, Office Manager November 27, 2019

Have you ever opened something you ordered online, and there was way too much packaging for the item you bought?  Even an item such as a new iPhone 7 case there was about twice the amount of packaging...

Parents need to take care of personal mental health

Destiny Hines, Staff Writer November 27, 2019

For a lot of people there is never a good time to bring up mental health concerns like depression, anxiety or suicide. I myself have struggled and continue to struggle with PTSD (post-traumatic stress...

Take a break to manage stress

Tessa Morhardt, Editor in Chief November 27, 2019

I never knew how stressful life could be. Being a full-time student with a full-time and part-time job while trying to have a social life is a challenge. Life can get tough sometimes, and you tend to push...

Try being blunt and bold

Amara Gobermann, Managing Editor November 27, 2019

Recently, I have been hearing the phrase "politically correct" a lot. Being politically correct. What does that mean exactly? Technically, the phrase politically correct is used to describe language,...

Global warming: Mother Nature’s flu

Brooke Foye, Contributor November 13, 2019

Global warming has been a debate for years. What it is, how to fix it, and whether or not it’s really a danger to people. What is global warming? Global warming is a term used to describe the worldwide...

WolfPack parenting: Flu season

Destiny Hines, Contributor November 13, 2019

There’s nothing worse than being sick while being both a parent and a student. Well, at least it feels that way when you’re in the middle of it; brain fog, sore throat, cough or even worse a fever...

Nicotine in vaping pods at higher levels than cigarettes

Amara Gobermann, Managing Editor November 13, 2019

Vaping isn’t that bad right? Wrong. There are a lot more health concerns that are not being shared openly with the public and to younger generations. We see multiple ways to vape now, there are juuls,...

Vaping’s appeal to youth may bring about restrictions

Casey Anderson, Opinion Editor November 13, 2019

With the heavy advertising and release of the Juul in 2015, vaping became a sensationalized activity that was extremely popular amongst teenagers and young adults. In high schools, it was easy to catch...

Muppets offer comfort

October 31, 2019

Tessa Morhardt Editor in Chief Sesame Street has come out with a new character to show children that they’re not alone while their parents struggle with addiction. The new muppet Karli, who is 6...

Domestic violence does not discriminate

Hailey Griffin, Arts Editor October 31, 2019

National Domestic Violence Awareness Month is held in October to recognize victims of domestic violence and help spread awareness. Participants wear purple ribbons to show their support towards the fight...

Halloween fun can turn frightening

Halloween fun can turn frightening

Kaleia Lawrence, Staff Writer October 31, 2019

Halloween is right around the corner. It is important to remember that along with this spooky season, you must also take precautions to stay safe. Madison is filled with so many unique, fun things to...

Hailey Griffin is the new arts and cultures editor at The Clarion.

Meet the new arts and cultures editor

Hailey Griffin, Arts Editor October 31, 2019

I've always thought that names that could be spelled in three or more ways were overcompensating. The name Hailey, which can be spelled in at least five different ways, demonstrates overcompensation at...

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