Demers, Drennen seek your vote
June 14, 2010 • written by Max Demers
Filed under Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Hi. My name is Max Demers. I am a 2001 alum of Kettering Fairmont, currently living in New York City. About a year ago, year ago, I joined a band called Astoria Boulevard, a folk trio, made up of myself, Philip Drennen (another Fairmont alum, class of ’02), and another musician, Dan Scott. Lately... Read more »
Senior likes the online ‘Flyer’
April 29, 2010 • written by Abbey May
Filed under Letters to the Editor, Opinion
The Flyer online is awesome! I’m a senior this year, and I wish it would have been done sooner : ( Hope every one has a great time at prom! CLASS OF 2010 IS THE BEST! Read More →
‘Eating Animals’ urges readers to stand up for their beliefs
April 20, 2010 • written by Matt Metzler
Filed under Opinion, Staff Columns
I recently read a book called Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer, and to say the least, it left a very bad taste in my mouth. That being said, I couldn’t recommend it more highly. I’m sure almost everyone in this country knows that we as Americans don’t particularly eat very well. We’re... Read more »
April 1st isn’t only for fools
March 16, 2010 • written by Kevin O'Donnell
Filed under Opinion, Staff Columns
The first of April is the day we remember what we are the other 364 days of the year. — Mark Twain April brings plenty of good things: good weather, Easter bunnies and especially spring break. But for millions around the world, April holds something far more sacred: April Fools Day. On this... Read more »
Our views: full-body scanners in airports
March 8, 2010 • written by Matt Metzler and Paqui Toscano
Filed under Opinion, Staff Columns
For more information about full-body scanners, click here to read Paqui’s recent article on the topic. Matt’s view In modern-day America, many people are pondering this question: which is more important, privacy or safety? Should a certain degree of privacy be given up to the government... Read more »
A sensible look at foreign policy
December 20, 2009 • written by Kyle Ratliff
Filed under Opinion, Staff Columns
When President Obama committed more than 30,000 additional troops to Afghanistan, something in me just snapped. How many times does the United States have to touch its hand to the same hot stove before we realize that it burns? As the saying goes, “Those who cannot learn from history are doomed to... Read more »
Our views: Christmas in public schools
December 18, 2009 • written by Matt Metzler and Paqui Toscano
Filed under Opinion, Staff Columns, Staff Editorial
Paqui’s view As a faithful Christian who was confirmed two years ago and goes to church every Sunday, I look upon Christmas as a time to celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ, my Lord and savior. However, Christmas, as the name implies, is a strictly Christian holiday. I’ve heard many people... Read more »
Why not list all music events?
December 4, 2009 • written by Carol Riffle
Filed under Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Why isn’t there one place where I can find out about all the Music Department events? I see them listed under upcoming events, but I’m sure the Music Department must have a list for the whole year. You could put it under entertainment! I am not the parent of a musician, so I would like another... Read more »
Lambert’s AMA performance disgraces modern pop culture
November 24, 2009 • written by Matt Metzler
Filed under Opinion, Staff Columns
The American Music Awards are a parody of nearly every aspect of our country’s pop culture. This shouldn’t be a very shocking statement if you’ve followed the awards show at all. This year’s results are especially telling. Taylor Swift winning Artist of the Year as well as Favorite Female Artist... Read more »
Driving isn’t a game … but you can lose
November 17, 2009 • written by Amanda Feairheller
Filed under Opinion, Staff Columns
As kids, our parents warn us of the folly in our behavior. “You’re not going to live forever, you know,” I recall my dad telling me whenever I did something risky. Even with this, as kids and more commonly as teens, we don’t listen to a word our parents say. But to our dismay, we all have that... Read more »
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