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Exploring the Power of Queer Love in Film

Exploring the Power of Queer Love in Film

Jaela Staker, Staff Writer May 15, 2024

Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019) Directed by Celine Sciamma, Portrait of a Lady on Fire is not only one of the best queer movies, but also one of the best movies ever made. The film is set on an...

The Final Edition: A Senior Reflection Story

The Final Edition: A Senior Reflection Story

Before they leave, each Senior from The Auroran Today staff shared their love for the Journalism program and how it impacted their high school career. Stella DeLong - Feature Section Editor: With...

A Trip Down Memory Lane

A Trip Down Memory Lane

Amaya Wagner, Chief Editor May 15, 2024

After 13 years of school, numerous memories and events stand out. As I approach my final day at MHS today, I find myself reflecting on the significant moments that happened throughout my time in school...

Junior Year: A Memoir to Banana Bread

Junior Year: A Memoir to Banana Bread

Addie Weggen, Staff Writer May 15, 2024

Dear Sophomores, Freshmen, 8th graders, and anyone below high school age, I am sure you’ve heard the statement, “Junior year of high school is going to be the hardest year." But how true is that? Why...

A Fan for Life: The anticipation for Taylor Swifts New Release

A Fan for Life: The anticipation for Taylor Swift’s New Release

Stella DeLong, Feature Section Editor May 3, 2024

On April 19th, Taylor Swift released her 11th studio album “The Tortured Poets Department”. This day was anticipated by many and the countdown started right when she announced it months before.  Every...

Albums That Got Me Through High School

Albums That Got Me Through High School

Charley Pierce, Web Designer April 30, 2024

As my senior year comes to a close I was reflecting on how I have grown and changed as a person. And thinking about how in my 18 years of life I have listened to lots of music. I am proud to say I have...

Slam Dunk Style: The Fashionable World of Womens Basketball

Slam Dunk Style: The Fashionable World of Women’s Basketball

Stella DeLong, Feature Section Editor April 23, 2024

Over the course of the last few months, women's basketball has taken the world by storm. Everyone is talking about it, and the teams are all over social media. You usually hear a lot about the players...

Emotionally Distressing Favorites: The Tortured Poets Department Album Review

Emotionally Distressing Favorites: The Tortured Poets Department Album Review

Kelsy Esmoil, Writer April 23, 2024

“The Grammy goes to.......Taylor Swift for Midnights.”  Moments after winning her 13th Grammy, Swift reveals that she has been keeping a secret from her fans for the last 2 years. “My brand new...

Hydration Nation: A Thorough Review of Top Water Bottle Brands

Hydration Nation: A Thorough Review of Top Water Bottle Brands

Chevy Palmer, Staff Writer April 19, 2024

Walking down the halls, it’s hard not to notice the amount of water bottles that almost every student is carrying. With the variety of water bottles these days, it begs the question: what’s the best...

The Goddess Goblin Phenomenon

The Goddess Goblin Phenomenon

Estella Bland, Arts and Entertainment Editor March 26, 2024

All too often while I walk through the halls of Muscatine High School, I see an absolutely gorgeous goddess of a girl but then BOOM. An immediate jumpscare! And that jumpscare is a boy who sort of seems...

Platonic vs. Romantic Breakups: Which is worse?

Platonic vs. Romantic Breakups: Which is worse?

Kelsy Esmoil, Staff Writer February 21, 2024

Losing a person close to you leaves you feeling numb and heartbroken. However it is important to note that breakups don't always have to be negative, it can be as simple as just drifting apart or growing...

Hold On, Travis Kelce Did What?

Hold On, Travis Kelce Did What?

Estella Bland, Arts and Entertainment Editor February 18, 2024

Hold on, Travis Kelce did what? This Superbowl Sunday was full of incredibly memorable moments, from the Chiefs winning a victory in overtime, to Usher and Alicia Keys getting rather romantic on stage....

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