The Arrowhead

Lending a hand to those in need makes an impact, improves health

By engaging in the community through volunteering, people make social connections, better themselves and contribute to the building of an improved local environment. Volunteer opportunities provide a variety of perks to the people who participate.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
May 29, 2026

Spoof movies, covered songs push boundaries, perspectives

In order to allow for creativity and self-expression, the entertainment industry takes inspiration from previously made works and constructs parodies and covers of past productions. This revamps them and draws popularity to creators.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
May 1, 2026

Pit Bull bans further, unfairly blemish dogs’ record

As a consequence of injuries to humans by American Pit Bull Terriers over the years, American Pit Bull Terriers carry a reputation as dangerous companions. This has led to bans on their ownership in places around the world.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
March 27, 2026

Horror movies gain popularity, explore the unknown

Through the evolving methods and ideas behind horror-themed movies, the horror genre has been altered and continues to be altered as time goes on and society investigates human nature. The surge in horror movie interest has increased recently.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
February 20, 2026

Banning books intends to protect, but censors learning

Through book bannings, schools and libraries across the country are limiting the reading materials children have access to. Reasons for the increase in book censoring include concerns with mature content.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
December 19, 2025

Superstitions providing security have unseen complexities

Due to people’s psychological need to understand the unknown, people around the world rely on superstitions to explain the unexplainable and help themselves feel in control.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
October 31, 2025

Teacher Appreciation Week recognizes teachers’ impact

Teacher Appreciation Week falls during the first week of May.

Julia Sipes, Features Editor
May 30, 2025

The reality of sexual assault, the responsibility to act

Since 2001, the month of April is used to recognize and raise awareness for those who have been affected by sexual assault. There are over 433,000 cases of sexual assault and rape annually in the United States.

Julia Sipes, Features Editor
May 2, 2025

‘One size fits all’ does not include all body types

By removing plus-size clothing options for both everyday and formal attire in stores, both teen girls and women are seeing an increase in body dysmorphia.

Julia Sipes, Arrowhead Features Editor
March 28, 2025

Life Unscripted: Galentine’s offer celebration between female friends

Creating a holiday to celebrate female friendships, Galentine’s Day allows women of all ages to show appreciation and love for their platonic relationships surrounding important women in their lives.

Julia Sipes, Arrowhead Features Editor
February 7, 2025

Life Unscripted: Holiday food can trigger those with eating disorders

As the holidays approach, those struggling with eating disorders are presented with numerous food triggers that can have lasting effects on their status and recovery.

Julia Sipes, Arrowhead Features Editor
December 13, 2024

Life Unscripted: No appetite for food allergy bullying in schools

With the intent to harm other students with a life-threatening food allergy (FA), schools tend to overlook this situation as “bullying” making students feel unsafe. Food allergies affect 33 million people in the United States alone.

Julia Sipes, Features Editor
October 31, 2024