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SMNW

The Student News Site of Shawnee Mission Northwest

SMNW

The Student News Site of Shawnee Mission Northwest

SMNW

Columbus Day is under attack

Cadence Elder and Sam Rice October 10, 2017

In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. This phrase has been repeated many times in elementary school as students learned about the voyage Christopher Columbus made to reach America, but across the...

Madi Watts

It’s the thought that counts, not the price.

December 4, 2009
The countdown has begun; 21 days until Christmas. Although it’s a month away, I can’t help but anticipate the days of relaxation to come. The idea of catching up with old friends, spending time with my family consume my mind as I’m daydreaming in class.

Giving the wrong thanks

November 20, 2009
Everywhere this November, people will gather over a good meal and celebrate our ethnocentrism ... oh, um, Thanksgiving. Everyone has heard the story: The Pilgrims came to Plymouth Rock aboard the Mayflower...
Great deals, long lines

Great deals, long lines

November 11, 2009
Hundreds of people line up outside the doors, eager to raid the mall in search of holiday bargains. Waiting, shoppers mentally plan out their strategy — which stores to hit first, their budget...
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