Baylor Henry Editor-in-Chief As the school year comes to a close, the negotiations over a new professional contract are nearing the end of their cycle. Throughout the school year, both the administration and the faculty negotiation team have walked through the steps of negotiation, including a notice up letter, federal mediation, and most recently, a… Continue reading Negotiations process nears conclusion
Oseli Bencomo Lantern Staff Trigger warning, this story discusses topics of assault and rape. April is marked as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time to educate communities about prevention strategies and increase public awareness about sexual violence.According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, the US, one in three women and one in six… Continue reading Educate, Advocate, Empower: Sexual Assault Awareness Month’s Call to Action
Oseli Bencomo lantern Staff MK Nutrition is a new drink location in El Dorado located at 2710 W Central Ave. This new location opened up at the beginning of this year. Owner Trisha Ayers focuses on providing nutritious drinks like protein shakes, teas and energy bombs as healthy alternatives. Ayers noticed a lack of healthy… Continue reading New Nutrition location in El Dorado: Healthy drink alternatives
Caileane Thurston lantern staff In a groundbreaking collaboration between Butler CC and NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration), Physics Professor Danny Mattern, renowned for his contributions to the field of astrophysics, is spearheading a cutting-edge project to revolutionize understanding of the cosmos. He began his career as a math teacher out of college and enjoyed… Continue reading Physics professor collaborates with NASA on groundbreaking space exploration project
Caileane Thurston lantern staff In the past years, there have been numerous social justice movements that have surged to the forefront of public consciousness, having conversations about systemic inequality, racial injustice and the need for meaningful change and impact. From Black Lives Matter to #MeToo, these movements have not only sparked widespread protests but also… Continue reading Examining the Impact and Future of Social Justice Movements: A Call for Continued Action
Baylor Henry editor-in-chief The state of Kansas held its third ever presidential primary on Tuesday, March 19, the first primary election since 1992. This was a departure from the state’s typical caucus system, and gave Kansans a chance to vote in one of the first milestones of the 2024 election. The change was authorized by… Continue reading The first steps of the 2024 Presidential election
Oseli Bencomo lantern staff As the 2024 presidential election dominates the news, the attention has turned to first-time voters, who now can change the future of the United States. As the campaign heats up, contenders are seeking attention for the support of the new demographic. This upcoming election is expected to be one of the… Continue reading The importance of registering to vote
Alexis DeLong managing editor The residence halls for Butler CC students closed at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 8, because of Spring Break. Residents were required to leave the halls until they could re-enter at 8 a.m. on Sunday, March 17.“Residence Halls closing over break periods is a common practice,” Assistant Director of Residence Life… Continue reading College closes: Break offers solace to those who stayed on campus
Caileane Thurston lantern staff In downtown El Dorado, Reliant Bookstore, located at 114 N. Vine, stands as a beacon of literary culture and community engagement in this Midwestern town. Since its inception five years ago in 2019, the independent bookstore has become a cherished destination for book lovers of all ages, offering a diverse selection… Continue reading A Literary Haven for Book Lovers of all ages
Caileane Thurston lantern staff At Butler CC college there is a variety of sports and activities that students are involved in. Athletes continue to pursue their passion in sports such as track and field, basketball, football, baseball, soccer and more. This year, track regionals were at Pittsburg University on Friday, Feb 16. through Sunday. Feb… Continue reading Student Athletes Break Records in track
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