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Breaking Down and Letting Up For Moongirl

Breaking Down and Letting Up For Moongirl

Jamie, Rivas February 5, 2024

“We are gonna get her back,” said Mimi  May 6, 2023 the Ending of O.M.G was premiered with superhero Moongirl aka Lunella Lafayette and supervillain Morlak fates left on a cliffhanger as she...

Broken Paths that Lead to Open Hearts

Broken Paths that Lead to Open Hearts

Carla Gradiz, Associate Editor January 31, 2024

Lies, sadness, shame, lack of empathy, narcissism, cheating, and more - they all form a toxic environment. It can infiltrate relationships or friendships because, let's not deny it, friends can be toxic...

Are You Delulu?

Are You ‘Delulu’?

Alyssa Politi, Managing Editor January 4, 2024

An old, old friend of mine recently said to me in hatred of one of my column pieces, “Just know in the end, you'll never win as long as I exist.”  If I had said that, it would make sense. It...

License To Drive

License To Drive

Jaime Rivas, Impact Staff December 22, 2023

My little sister told me not to drink any caffeine or it would make me manic. It was the big day of my New York driving exam.  Ever since I can remember, biting into an apple because I was hungry....

New Disturbing Facts About An Old Friend

New Disturbing Facts About An Old Friend

Alyssa Politi, Managing Editor December 19, 2023

For the sake of keeping my column somewhat professional and still respecting the privacy of my now-lost ex-friend, I will refer to him as “John.” Ever since the pandemic, John’s life has proved...

A Mothers Unyielding Love

A Mother’s Unyielding Love

Carla Gradiz, Associate Editor December 17, 2023

I want to dedicate this to all the unsung heroes, the mothers who have weathered storms, their unwavering love, and a beacon guiding their children to life’s challenges. Mom, I owe my very essence...

What Should The Bears Do With Projected No. 1 Pick?

What Should The Bears Do With Projected No. 1 Pick?

Kris Torres, Impact Staff December 14, 2023

Another winter, and there will be another controversy in Chicago Bears football. The Bears, who sit at 5-8 with a relatively easy schedule to close out the season after their win last week in a matchup...

Language : My Identity

Language : My Identity

Carla Gradiz, Impact Staff December 7, 2023

Language, the art of expressing oneself through words, has become my greatest passion. The intricate dance of written or spoken words captivates me, serving as the conduit for our thoughts and emotions....

Separate Check Please Is a Waiters Nightmare Usually

“Separate Check Please” Is a Waiter’s Nightmare Usually

Nate Singleton, Impact Staff December 7, 2023

A couple of days ago, during one of my shifts, I was asked if I could separate the checks for one of my tables. The only blonde-haired adult, a woman, wanted to pay for herself and two of the children. Usually,...

A Call for Respect

A Call for Respect

Carla Gradiz, Impact Staff December 6, 2023

In today's world, the challenge lies in respecting one another's opinions. Struggling with the difficulties of accepting diverse beliefs is one of the most significant tasks. I've become acutely aware...

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