Student council elections plagued with rumors of cheating

May 22, 2013

Hannah Scherer, Staff Writer

Although Student Council elections have publicly remained without cheating in the past, rumors sprung up during last week’s class board elections that there may have been voting problems, or cheating, with SurveyMonkey when students voted on who would be Executive Board officers for the 2013-2014 school year. Despite the elections for executive board, junior class board, and sophomore class board being done over the online feature Surveymonkey, senior class board was later chosen by paper ballot, with the rising seniors, personally checking off their choices for president, vice-president, treasurer, and secretary. “Ms. O'Keefe wanted to do it the paper ballot way to personally oversee... Continue Reading

As the track season progresses, individuals aim to break records

Senior captain Jonathan Sutton practices his throwing technique with head coach Mr. John Porisch after school every day. By focusing on key areas like form and movement, athletes such as Sutton can greatly improve their results. (Chris Bell)

As the track season progresses, individuals aim to break records

May 17, 2013

Adam Bilski and Kathleen Meskill

Nolan Ahlm Senior captain Nolan Ahlm hopes for a successful season as his sixth year running track for BSM. Ahlm runs the 110 meter high hurdles and jumps the long jump and triple jump. Running cross country in the fall helps keep him in shape for the track season. “I hope to make it to state in the hurdles and triple jump,” Ahlm said. Ahlm is... Continue Reading

New gun control measures need to ensure a safer society

May 20, 2013

Sarah Karels and Molly Eldevik

Following the horrific violence seen at Sandy Hook elementary, a shooting that killed 20 children and six educators, support for gun control measures soared. Up to 60 percent of the country supported revising gun control laws, and up to 90 percent supported universal background checks. However, five months and several shootings later, support has waned substantially. Politico stated that now only 49% of the public supports new laws. Why is it that after our country experiences tragedies such as these we only keep our attention to reform in the immediate wake? According to Mother Jones, “25 mass shootings have occurred since 2006, and seven of them took place in 2012.” In fact, the... Continue Reading

Apotheosis showcases BSM’s most talented artists

Seniors Archie Boyle and Ben Clark sell Apotheosis magazines in the main lobby before school. (Chris Bell)

Apotheosis showcases BSM’s most talented artists

May 21, 2013

Natalie Chevalier, Staff Writer

With the wide range of art and English classes offered at Benilde-St. Margaret’s, such as creative writing, digital photography, and painting, many students create brilliant pieces of art and writing that aren’t always recognized. However, Apotheosis makes it possible for skillful students to exhibit their work in the annual BSM literary arts magazine.... Continue Reading

Summertime activities are abound in the Twin Cities

The Tough Mudder course is one of the many fun pastimes available this summer. (courtesy of Tough Mudder)

Summertime activities are abound in the Twin Cities

May 22, 2013

Sofie Madden, Sophie Ronning, and Kate Whitney

Boating on the St. Croix River The St. Croix River is an excellent place to spend quality time with family and friends. Boating season begins in early May and ends in late October. Starting at Taylor Falls, people can launch their boat at Interstate Park and travel down to Osceola or William O’Brien State Park. The journey can last anywhere from... Continue Reading

SportDateTimeOpponentLocation
Boys LacrosseFri, May 24 7:00EdinaBenilde - St. Margaret's School
Boys LacrosseTue, May 28 12:00Section OpponentsTBD
Girls LacrosseTue, May 28 TBDTBA (Sections)TBD
Boys GolfTue, May 28 12:00TBAThe Wilds Golf Course
Boys TennisTue, May 28 8:00Section Singles/Doubles OpponentsBaseline Tennis Center
Boys TrackTue, May 28 TBDSection OpponentsRobbinsdale Cooper High School
Girls TrackTue, May 28 TBDSection OpponentsRobbinsdale Cooper High School
Boys GolfWed, May 29 8:00Section OpponentsRidges at Sand Creek
Girls GolfWed, May 29 TBDSection OpponentsRidges at Sand Creek
Boys TrackFri, Jun 07 TBDTBA (State)Hamline University
Girls TrackFri, Jun 07 TBDTBA (State)Hamline University
Boys LacrosseTue, Jun 11 TBDState OpponentsChanhassen High School
Click on any sport above to see a full schedule for that sport.
SportDateOpponentResultW/L
BaseballMon, May 20 Holy Angels5-0W
Boys LacrosseSat, May 18 Minnetonka4-11 Read StoryL
BaseballFri, May 17 Irondale3-0W
BaseballWed, May 15 Totino-Grace2-8L
Boys LacrosseTue, May 14 Holy Angels10-7 Read StoryW
BaseballMon, May 13 Robbinsdale Cooper6-5 Read StoryW
BaseballSat, May 11 Cretin-Derham Hall1-11L
BaseballSat, May 11 North Branch7-5W
BaseballFri, May 10 Spring Lake Park6-5W
Boys LacrosseThu, May 09 Robbinsdale Cooper18-2W
Girls LacrosseThu, May 09 Minnehaha Academy15-7W
Boys GolfThu, May 09 N.S.C. Opponents5th Place
Click on any sport above to see a full schedule for that sport.

Summertime activities are abound in the Twin Cities

Summertime activities are abound in the Twin Cities

Sofie Madden, Sophie Ronning, and Kate Whitney
May 22, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Twin Cities Hot Spot

Boating on the St. Croix River The St. Croix River is an excellent place to spend quality time with family and friends. Boating season begins in early May and ends in late October. Starting at Taylor Falls, people can launch their boat at Interstate Park and travel down to Osceola or William O’Brien... Read more »

Authentic Asian restaurants around the Twins Cities

Authentic Asian restaurants around the Twins Cities


April 5, 2013
Filed under Top Stories, Twin Cities Hot Spot

Raku 3939 W. 50th Street Edina With authentic Japanese cuisine, the family-run Raku restaurant provides guests with a distinctly modern Japanese flavor. Their traditional yet interesting menu ranges from basic vegetable sushi to yellowtail entrées. The establishment also offers create-your-own sushi... Read more »

Midtown Global Market takes customers around the globe

Midtown Global Market takes customers around the globe

Hollie Christensen, Staff Writer
February 19, 2013
Filed under A&E, Top Stories, Twin Cities Hot Spot

Sonora Grill Three dedicated men from Sonora, Mexico combine influences from South America and Spain to create original dishes made completely from scratch at the Midtown Global Market’s Sonora Grill. Among them, Chef Alejandro Castillo—who has over ten years of experience working at top restaurants... Read more »

Twin Cities Scene best of 2012

Twin Cities Scene best of 2012

Sophie Ronning and Jacqueline Bieter
January 11, 2013
Filed under A&E, Top Stories, Twin Cities Hot Spot

Pizzeria Lola - 5557 Xerxes Ave. S, Minneapolis Neighborhood artisan pizza restaurant Pizzeria Lola, located in Southwest Minneapolis, isn’t your run-of-the-mill pizza joint. Decorated with a photo booth and a wall of pictures, the atmosphere is always full of life. Although the restaurant doesn’t... Read more »

New York City Ballet returns to Minneapolis

Jaqueline Bieter, Staff Writer
October 27, 2012
Filed under A&E, Twin Cities Hot Spot

On October 23, the New York City Ballet returned to the Orpheum Theatre to perform an exciting repertoire of neoclassical pieces after being absent from the Minneapolis performing arts scene for 28 years. Minnesota’s Northrop Dance Presents sponsored the performance and there was a definite excitement... Read more »

Favorite State Fair foods

Favorite State Fair foods

Kiley Petersen, TC Scene Editor
September 10, 2012
Filed under A&E, Twin Cities Hot Spot

Panoramic Photos Have Us Wide-Eyed

Panoramic Photos Have Us Wide-Eyed

Anna Landis, Staff Writer
January 6, 2012
Filed under A&E, a&e featured, Twin Cities Hot Spot

Full with the hustle and bustle of theatrical productions, youth events, and artistic exhibits, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts is the place to be this winter. The Wide-Eyed Panoramic Photographs room is one of the many exhibits open during the holiday season, which brings a modern look to an older... Read more »

Maggie’s Restaurant-A Wayzata Tradition

Maggie’s Restaurant-A Wayzata Tradition

Peter Best , Staff Writer
December 20, 2011
Filed under A&E, Restaurant Reviews, Twin Cities Hot Spot

Located just off of Lake Street in downtown Wayzata, Maggie’s Restaurant has a small-town feel that will take anyone back to the basics. It doesn’t boast any award-winning gourmet dishes, and the place certainly isn’t going to win any awards for its decor, but what it lacks in style and flair,... Read more »

Bah Humbug, Christmas Carol is Back

Bah Humbug, Christmas Carol is Back

Laura Shannon, Staff Writer
December 12, 2011
Filed under A&E, Twin Cities Hot Spot

In the past 35 years that the Guthrie has been staging “The Christmas Carol,” thousands of people have had the chance to create Christmas memories, but under Joe Dowling’s direction, the play is fresh with a new energy. The script, based on the novel by Charles Dickens and adapted by Crispin... Read more »

Macy’s Top Floor Gets Holiday Makeover

Macy’s Top Floor Gets Holiday Makeover

Taylor Kenyon, Twin Cities Scene Editor
December 11, 2011
Filed under A&E, Twin Cities Hot Spot

Every holiday season the Macy’s department store transforms its eighth floor into an expansive “Santaland” complete with a free walk-through presentation of Christmas scenes, a delicious bakery, and a colorful gift shop. This year’s theme, “A Day in the Life of and Elf,” depicts the magical... Read more »