Windows Vs. Mac
Anyone who knows of technology in the world knows that two companies dominate the computer industry: Apple Incorporated and Microsoft. There are “fanboys” for both companies who claim that the other company is terrible. It is a debate that is long-overdrawn, and somewhat annoying to listen to time and time again. But here, I would […]
World Trade Center Back on Top
The iconic building, brought down more than a decade ago is once again the tallest building in New York city, passing up the empire state building, and is on its way to becoming the tallest building in the western hemisphere and the third tallest in the world. By the end of the day workers will […]
Concerts of Summer 2012
Do you need something to do this summer? Do you enjoy music? What about seeing some of your favorite bands live? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then you are in luck. Because I’m here with the most popular concerts of the summer. Radiohead – Riverbend Music Center, Cincinnati, OH, June 5th, […]
Fourteen and a half questions with the Aernis.
I recently sat down with Stephanie Aerni and Matt Aerni, and asked seven point two-five questions each. these two are two of the best teachers in teaching history , both in whom are very comical but serious when it comes to academics. With highly superb teaching methods, students have a lot of fun learning. My experiences […]
Spring Street Treats
Spring Street Treats will be Oxford’s newest supplier of food and desserts beginning in summer 2012. “I wanted to start the buisness because there is no hometown soft serve ice cream buisnesses in Oxford,” said owner Allen Ansorg. “I thought residents and visitors would enjoy it.” Planned to open in July, Spring Street Treats is […]
Pokemon Black 2 and White 2: Update
UPDATE: Nintendo released more information regarding the upcoming Pokemon releases, Black and White versions 2. It has been confirmed that the games are direct sequels to the original Black and White games. Although they will still be set in Unova and will retain the three starter Pokemon (Oshawott, Tepig, and Snivy), the games will feature […]
Americans Elect
Voters that are unsatisfied with the two party system may get their biggest chance since the 1992 election with Ross Perot to vote for a viable third party. The organization “Americans Elect” is seeking to put a solid third party candidate on the ballot this November. The organization holds the slogan “pick a president, not […]
Pioneer in Rock Music Dies at 88
On April 5th, 2012 Jim Marshall, the founder of Marshall Amplification, passed away at his home in Milton Keynes, England at age 88. Jim Marshall founded his music company in 1962 with the savings he had from years of music lessons. He initially sold mainly drum related equipment until he decided to make a cheaper version […]
THS Drama Prepares to Perform “Said and Meant”
THS’s spring Drama production has caused a lot of buzz due to the content in the risky choice for the Spring play. “Said and Meant is about the inherent difficulty in communicating person to person. People use assumptions, implications, and their actions, and this play explores what happens when these devices are improperly used or thrown […]
Fourteen and a Half Questions with Ben Mattox
Mr. Mattox has been teaching science at THS for 23 years, currently teaching both Botany and Biology. In addition to his love of poop talk and boobys (species S. dactylatra) Mattox is an excellent educator who really sets himself aside from other teachers. Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with him and ask 14 and a […]