The Oswegonian

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Early arrivals had limited food options

It can be disappointing when break is over and students must return to campus. Many students, however, are arriving weeks prior to the standard arrival time. This includes international students, student athletes and student employees of the school, such as…

Even Donald Trump should be able to speak freely on Twitter

It is in the nature of the president of the United States to be controversial. Today, social media is just as controversial. It makes sense, then, that the use of social media by President Donald Trump would be very controversial….

HGTV provides unlikely escapism

As a generation that has been highly exposed to ample amounts of streaming services and is much less focused on traditional cable, many millennials are actually tuning in to HGTV. Millennials, along with generation Z, make up for 55 percent…

Nassar will surely receive his just deserts in life behind bars

Dr. Larry Nassar, former U.S. Olympic gymnastics athletic physician and Michigan State University faculty member, will be spending the rest of his life in prison. The despicable doctor used his position of trust and authority to sexually assault more than…

Super Bowl: Rich American tradition

America and the Super Bowl go together like cookies and milk, and not because it is the most important game in the country’s favorite sport, nor is it because the mascots for this year’s participants, the Patriots and the Eagles,…

Make way, clear shelves for e-books

When it comes to the title of “Biggest Waste of Space,” it is safe to say college textbooks would be right near the top. Could these books be more obsolete? Some books can be up to a couple hundred dollars…

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When does #MeToo go too far?

The harsh realities of the #MeToo movement have brought down a number of once highly respected people and for good reason. However, a problem that arises with the movement is where the line between what is ok and what is…

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Time to take “Christ” out of Christmas?

“Have a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!” This phrase was coined in 1699 by an English admiral in an informal letter he was writing. Since then, the phrase has been used by millions of Americans to quickly and…

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Rep. Katko introduces legislation to combat opioid addiction problems

The introduction of new legislation into both the House and the Senate will help fight the opioid crisis, Rep. John Katko said. The bill, which is currently under review, is called H.R. 2851 or SITSA, Stop the Importation and Trafficking…

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Restaurant Chain Reaction

What used to be some of America’s favorite restaurants are now beginning to disappear. The push for small business and the stereotypical millennial love for obscure and trendy independent restaurants are putting chain restaurants unfairly out of business. Applebee’s parent…