Early in April, tens of thousands of college basketball fans descended into downtown Minneapolis for the Final Four, an annual spectacle that brings in millions of dollars for host cities, broadcasters, and the countless ancillary businesses that support such an operation. Through the United States...

Part Two: More money, more reforms? To meet the rising costs, the state legislature will need to increase its funding for both general and special education regardless of whether reforms can successfully decrease expenses. Even in the face of burgeoning costs, some still oppose sufficient funding increases...

Photo credit: 2019 AVHS Yearbook, Valley Images The band director was standing boldly and attached to the music as he continued to conduct the piece. The song he had dreamed of teaching a band for decades but never tried in the past due to intimidation, was now a reality. The music created...

The Apple Valley wrestling team continued its long run of success this season, sending seven individuals to the state tournament and finishing second place as a team in the strongest section in Minnesota. The Eagles began the 2019 section tournament against Lakeville North, a battle...

Part One: Insufficient Funding, the History, and Impact By: Tai Henrichs “The stability of a republican form of government depending mainly upon the intelligence of the people, it is the duty of the legislature to establish a general and uniform system of public schools.”  These...

2018 Triple-A Award Winners Reveal How They Became Successful High Schoolers In a Surprising Interview The Triple-A Award application is nearing its due date. Seniors that apply for this award across the state excel in the academics, arts, and athletics. Spencer Rolland and Molly Moynihan...