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As Election Day draws near, here's a summary of what will be on the ballot for Indiana voters
As Election Day draws near, here’s a summary of what will be on the ballot for Indiana voters
Clara Walton, Reporter • November 4, 2024

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...

Marching Eagles Soar to State!
Marching Eagles Soar to State!
Riley McCoy, Creative Director • October 23, 2024
Photo cred: Ari Subia (IG: @kiddwitdacamera)
Senior Spotlight: Adam Hartz
Ari Subia, Reporter • October 23, 2024

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...

Parting Words from the Editor
Parting Words from the Editor
Emily Clark, Former Editor-in-Chief • May 24, 2024
End of The Road
End of The Road
Cole Cleveland, Former Reporter • May 24, 2024
One Final Goodbye
One Final Goodbye
Elijah Henry, Former Reporter • May 24, 2024
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The Sentiment of Goku: A Character’s Impact
Haven Murphy, Editor • November 7, 2024

 November 1984 marked the beginning of mangaka Akira Toriyama’s hit series, Dragon Ball. Its animated premier was released in February of 1986. The show follows the early life of Son Goku, a Saiyan alien sent to Earth by his parents to escape destruction, and his journey as a martial artist. The show was a massive hit in the U.S, and stayed on their air until 1992. Toriyama’s continuation of the Dragon Ball series, Dragon Ball Z, premiered in the US in September of 1996. The series is a continuation...

Autumn Movie Picks
Autumn Movie Picks
Riley McCoy, Creative Director • November 4, 2024
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Gracie Abrams: The Secret Of Us Album Review
Jayne Hornich, Editor • November 4, 2024

Gracie Abrams just released her second album entitled, “The Secret of Us,”  at only 25 years old. Abrams has been writing music since 2015...

The School Alt Experience
The School Alt Experience
Sydney Barnette, Writer • October 15, 2024
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World Series Recap: The Series No One Expected
Ari Subia, Reporter • November 7, 2024
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