Kreienkamp dominates as Lancers open season with win in Pattonville Tournament
Gian Wessel, Sports Editor
November 29, 2011
In their annual appearance in the Pattonville Tournament, the Lancers opened the season with a strong showing against Jennings High School. Senior Luke Kreienkamp took advantage of a tremendous size advantage and had 25 points as the Lancers cruised to a 71-49 win. “We played well and I was able to... Read more »
Mizzou, Kansas need to act in best interest of college sports
Gian Wessel, Sports Editor
November 28, 2011
As a Mizzou fan and future student, seeing the Missouri-Kansas football rivalry end was disappointing enough. Watching the final basketball game will be painful too. But the worst part is that both sides are okay watching it end and moving on. Maybe you have to be a fan of one of the schools to understand,... Read more »
How to black friday shop
Gabby McDaris, Reporter
November 22, 2011
Thanksgiving. One of the greatest holidays of the year. Along with giving food, people are thanking for the food that was given. But after all of this thanking and giving, comes one of the most intense shopping experiences of the year: Black Friday. Each year the night of Thanksgiving, after all of the... Read more »
Breaking Dawn: Part I experience
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
November 21, 2011
There are few words to describe how “twi-hards” feel about the Twilight Series; however, fans find their own unique ways to show their affection for Edward or Jacob. I set up camp in the front of the premier line for Breaking Dawn: Part I at the Wehrenberg Chesterfield Galaxy Theater at 8:30 pm Thursday... Read more »
The worst fairytale ever: ‘Gay’ penguins torn apart by zookeepers
Alyssa Knowling, Reporter
November 19, 2011
Once upon a time there were two African penguins named Buddy and Pedro who lived in the Toronto Zoo. The second they met, the two became attached. Wing in wing, they waddled around everyday, and were quickly deemed “in love”. They did everything together, from dining on their mid-morning... Read more »
St. Louie Style: A guide to fashion blogs
Paige Antolik, Reporter
November 19, 2011
Magazines, shopping, television, friends, traveling. People learn about and discover fashion through many different ways. They’ve become accustomed to these simple, average ways of learning new trends and the next big designer. But one way of divulging yourself into the world of fashion is often overlooked—blogging. A... Read more »
Lafayette helps promote Literacy Week
Anisha Chellaswami, Reporter
November 18, 2011
In order to promote education and literacy, Lafayette jumped in on the academic celebrations of American Education Week. This week is dedicated to spreading awareness and to help fight the problems of illiteracy. The goal is to get students involved in a cause that directly affects them. “It makes... Read more »
Fans rejoice in aftermath of “The Twilight Saga’s Breaking Dawn: Part 1″ premiere
Hannah Boxerman, Lifestyle Editor
November 18, 2011
It was happily forever after for Bella and her immortal vampire lover, Edward, when the much-anticipated second-to-last installment of The Twilight Saga premiered at midnight on Nov. 18. Twilight is well-known for it’s cult following and devoted fans. One such fan is senior Molly Collins, who... Read more »
Despite flaws, Breaking Dawn still a success
McKayla Treat, Asst. Webmaster
November 18, 2011
*Warning: spoiler alert. If you have not seen the movie or read the book, do either first.* The first half of the last movie in the Twilight Saga, Breaking Dawn: Part 1, was released on Nov. 18, or at the midnight showing of Nov. 17 into Nov. 18. I was able to see this at the midnight showing, even though... Read more »
Students, teachers honored at Board of Education Awards
Jessica Zadoks, Campus Editor
November 18, 2011
The Rockwood Board of Education Awards for outstanding achievements took place Thursday, Nov. 17 at Crestview Middle School. Students from across the distrist were given awards for outstanding performances in Fine Arts, Athletics and Academics. The Lafayette varsity tennis, field hockey, boys swimming... Read more »
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