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What Would it Mean if The Federal Government Shut Down?

What Would it Mean if The Federal Government Shut Down?

Erin Hynes, Online Media Editor November 5, 2023
In early October, the former Speaker of the House, Republican Kevin McCarthy, was ousted. It was not until October 25, 2023, that a new speaker was appointed after three failed appointments. Without a Speaker of the House, congress was at a standstill.  

The Kentucky Governor Elections- So What?

Elizabeth Pugh October 5, 2023

On November 7, Kentuckians will hit the polls to vote in the Governor election, including many Assumption students. The Republican candidate is Daniel Cameron, and the incumbent Democratic candidate is...

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Sisters of Mercy on Environment: The Willow Project

Abigail Wissing March 14, 2023

As students we are taught about the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy. Currently, there is an environmental crisis involving a recently approved project from the Biden Administration. The Willow...

War on Ukraine

War on Ukraine

March 28, 2022

Vladimir Putin, Russia’s world leader, decided to invade Ukraine on Thursday, February 24th because he felt as though Ukraine was a threat to his nation. Putin argued that the Ukrainian government was...

Why are Gas Prices so High?

Why are Gas Prices so High?

March 28, 2022

Since the beginning of March 2022, gas prices have skyrocketed to new levels all across the country. Drivers have recently seen prices rise to around $5.00 per gallon. Gas prices today are setting new...

From the Bayous to the Bluegrass: Louisville’s New Archbishop

From the Bayous to the Bluegrass: Louisville’s New Archbishop

March 24, 2022

After serving as the Archbishop of Louisville for 14 years, Archbishop Kurtz gave his resignation to Pope Francis on his 75th birthday. Pope Francis has since appointed Bishop Shelton J. Fabre to become...

Assumptions Opinions on NTI

Assumption’s Opinions on NTI

January 24, 2022

On January 9, 2022, Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) announced they would be returning to non-traditional instruction (NTI) through virtual classes. According to JCPS, the school system concluded...

Store Shortages

Store Shortages

November 30, 2021

Businesses are closed, grocery stores are understaffed, and countless workers are out of jobs. Since the start of the pandemic, companies all over the country have been struggling to keep doors open. These...

Music Review: Zac Brown Band’s Jekyll + Hyde

November 16, 2015

The Zac Brown Band’s latest album, Jekyll + Hyde, is a traditional country album compared to their previous work. Many of the songs have a common theme including beautiful weather, love, and fighting...

Nepal destroyed after 7.8 magnitude earthquake

May 4, 2015

Nepal was struck by the worst earthquake they have experienced in 80 years on April 25. The quake struck near Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. With a death toll rising above 4,800, more than 9,200 people...

Homeless population is in danger from freezing temperatures

Homeless population is in danger from freezing temperatures

March 13, 2015

All this week, temperatures have been dipping below zero and the snow has been piling up. Kids have been out of school for days and road conditions are dangerous for everyone. After Governor Beshear a...

History of Valentines Day

History of Valentine’s Day

February 2, 2015

Every year, people all over the world celebrate Valentine’s Day; giving loved ones cards, candies, and flowers. Many people don’t actually know the meaning and history behind St. Valentine’s Day....

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