While 2024 will be a particularly important election year because of the presidential race, there are many other elections affecting the South Bend area that will also appear on voters’ ballots this fall. This year, Hoosiers will elect a new governor, U.S. senator, and attorney general, among many other elections both statewide and at the local level. Candidates in this year’s election for governor– a race which only takes place every four years –differ significantly in their political...

Adam Hartz, a senior at John Adams, is deeply engaged in a variety of extracurricular activities, including Marching Band, Mock Trial, and the National Honor Society. He also participates in Quiz Bowl, track, and chess club. At 18, Hartz is a blend of charisma and dedication, effectively managing his busy schedule while excelling both academically and in his diverse activities. Something about his John Adams experience that Adam takes great pride in is the success of the various teams he has been...

Texas Chainsaw Massacre is a very popular horror movie amongst fans of the genre, especially around Halloween. Most people watch the film at face value, however, I did a little research and wanted to give amore in depth analysis about the character Leatherface, also known as Bubba Sawyer.  To start, the actor who played Leatherface was not originally the person they had casted. The original actor had gotten caught up in something and wasn’t able to be in the movie. Due to this unforeseeable...