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Now Boarding: Bus Rapid Transit Begins

Now Boarding: Bus Rapid Transit Begins

Henry Riley, News Editor, Co-Sports Editor September 30, 2024

If you've driven around the west side of Madison or downtown in the past few months, you've likely noticed road construction seemingly everywhere. But it hasn't just been the usual road repairs. Mysteriously,...

Harris and Trump Face Off In Presidential Debate

Harris and Trump Face Off In Presidential Debate

Henry Riley, News Editor, Co-Sports Editor September 30, 2024

The new Democratic nominee for President, Vice President Kamala Harris, and the Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump, met for their first, and perhaps only, televised debate on September 10th....

Pro-Palestine Encampments Form at Campuses Across U.S.

Pro-Palestine Encampments Form at Campuses Across U.S.

Ava Kahn May 1, 2024

On October 7th, war broke out in Gaza between Israel and Hamas after Hamas made a surprise attack on Israel, killing at least 1200 Israelis and taking 240 hostages. For more background knowledge, read...

All Climate Change Miraculously Reversed By Single Recycled Straw

All Climate Change Miraculously Reversed By Single Recycled Straw

Amalia Weix April 1, 2024

DISCLAIMER: THIS ARTICLE IS SATIRE AND IS MEANT FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY.   In an unparalleled act of courage and bravery, all climate change has been reversed by a single recycled straw. “It’s...

Book Rec: Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren

Book Rec: Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren

Monika Jeraj February 1, 2024

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, romance books have more allure than ever - and for good reason. Few genres have the power to evoke such strong emotions in readers, and few genres have truly captured...

Checklist to start the school year!

Stop Stressing About End of Semester!!

Hayat Brahmer, Student Life Editor January 1, 2024

The semester is coming to an end and the pressure of ending with good grades is getting heavier and heavier. This year is a little different from the past three years. Instead of 'Bridge Week,' this year...

Powerlifter with Down Syndrome Wins European Gold

Powerlifter with Down Syndrome Wins European Gold

Jonathan Buscher September 2, 2023

Dan McGauley recently won not only one, but two European gold medals in Bordeaux, France, making his lifetime total five gold medals. McGauley himself only weighs 127 pounds (57 kg) and is 5 ft 2, but...

Spartan News, Episode 16

January 26, 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ur7ACDZEyI

Courtesy of Ruby Anderson

Vote on the MSG2TEENS Driving Safety Contest Winner!

Sophia Jiang and Anvika Annyapu January 14, 2023

Vote once a day for your fellow Spartans for the best MSG2TEENS Driving Safety Contest video! Two VPM teams both made videos that you can vote for every day from all email accounts! Team 1 consists...

Thanksgiving Recipes

Thanksgiving Recipes

Hayat Brahmer, Student Life Editor November 13, 2022

When it comes to cooking Thanksgiving dinner, there are many preferences, allergies, and opinions to factor in. Something that can be an enjoyable experience can turn into something stressful and filled...

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