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School lunch prices increase

To retain qualtity, lunch prices rise When students returned from Christmas break, Taher Inc., the food service provider at Minnehaha, announced a 20 cent price rise on entrees from $3.75 to $3.95. This price increase was the result of a simple and definite factor....

Screens vs. sleep: a bedtime battle

Are electronics the new monster under the bed? Why do they keep you from falling asleep? Brush teeth, climb into bed, turn off the lights...turn on the phone. Sound familiar? How about feeling tired in the morning? For many people, using their electronic devices is a...

Society’s ignorance of others’ problems

Eating disorders are a silent problem in athletics Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness according to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD). The organization also says that 24 million people are...

Banning tanning

New bill aims to ban tanning for minors in Minnesota It may seem attractive to some at first, but a month-long 'base tan' is not worth your life. The use of tanning salons has increased in the past few years, especially among teenagers. Also rising in relation to this...
Caffeine versus teens

Caffeine versus teens

Stimulants have become prominent in teens with side effects becoming more well known "One time at work, I had about...

Sports & body image

Sports & body image

Participation in sports can help girls to develop a healthy body image … or it can make things worse. Read on to find out why.

Is food making you sick?

Is food making you sick?

Many food problems, such as allergies, intolerances and sensitivities, bother young people every day, yet they often go undiagnosed. Read on to find out how you can determine whether your food is making you sick.

Playing with PEP

In high-school athletics, girls are more likely than boys to suffer knee injuries. But a new program may keep more girls in the game. This story was named a national winner in the 2011 Quill and Scroll Writing and Photo Contest.

Focus on concussions

Studies show that ignored concussions can be life-threatening; new state-wide program treats injuries.
This story was named a national winner in the 2011 Quill and Scroll Writing and Photo Contest.

21st-century bullying

21st-century bullying

Social media websites such as Facebook are part of Americans’ daily lives, but some teens are using these sites to damage others’ lives. This story looks at recent incidents.

SAD this winter?

SAD this winter?

Got the blues this winter? You and your brain might be suffering from a lack of sunlight and vitamin D.

Why shopping feels good

Why shopping feels good

Emotions often play unnoticed role in shopping By Kersten Chelgren Talon staff writer For most people, shopping means...

Emotions of eating

Emotions of eating

Think before you eat Are you letting your emotions affect your appetite? By Erin Mortenson Talon staff writer It's a...