Review: ‘Christmas Chronicles 2’ delights

Four out of Five Stars

By Julie NewellAssociate Editor

The first film of “The Christmas Chronicles” premiered on Netflix in 2018. The film follows siblings Kate (played by Darby Camp) and Teddy (Judah Lewis), who recently lost their father and … Read More

Review: Binge-worthy children’s shows

By Joanna MacGown Freelance Writer

I have a high tolerance for fluff and/or cheese, which combined with my aversion to gore and general creepiness, has often led me to find solace in stories aimed at children.

So now, with … Read More

Maddy’s Message: A Sparty silver lining

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

By the time the Michigan State football game against Northwestern ended on Nov. 28, there were just over 30 minutes before the MSU basketball game against Notre Dame started.

Before Saturday, Northwestern’s football team … Read More

Chloe’s Chat: My hamster changes colors

By Chloe GreggStaff Writer

When I bought my hamster, Slaggy, on March 26 from PetSmart, I chose her because she looked like a big, white fluffball.

She continued to look this way for months until about June, when I noticed … Read More

Review: Dog food recipe delights

Five out of Five Stars

By Chloe GreggStaff Writer

At the beginning of the school year, I made the plunge and purchased a pit-bull puppy from someone locally. She’s a beautiful red and white brindle pit-bull with a butterfly nose … Read More

‘Lego Star Wars’ brings a few chuckles

Three Stars out of Five

By Joanna MacGown Freelance Writer

It’s that time of year again – the time when all the media companies are shoveling out holiday specials in the hopes that some of them will stick.

And now … Read More

Julie’s Jukes: Christmas tree shines bright

By Julie NewellAssociate Editor

Usually, in my family we have a rule that we don’t start decorating, listening, or watching anything Christmas-related until after Thanksgiving.

There is an exception to the rule: If my family from out of state … Read More

Maddy’s Message: Shop local this season

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching on Thursday, and the active pandemic, state officials are recommending people refrain from gathering to prevent further spread of the COVID-19 virus.

This means Black Friday shopping is looking different … Read More

Review: Three fun shows to binge watch

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

With the holiday break quickly approaching and the possibility of a second COVID-19 related shutdown, everyone can use new recommendations for TV shows to watch.

“American Housewife” (Five stars out of five) – This … Read More

Maddy’s Message: My ‘furever’ sister

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

Pets are one of the many joys life has to offer, and I am sure many would agree. Whether it’s a dog, cat, bunny, bird, fish, etc., pets are a part of our families and … Read More