Article by Rachel Mitchell | Photography by Matt Tennyson | Owl Staff The name Eminem isn’t just a popular rap artist — it’s also the name of a particular strain of marijuana offered at Ballpark Dispensary in Colorado. In addition to Eminem, other strains of marijuana, such as Glass Slipper, Sour Diesel, Lemon G13 Haze, … Continue reading What is NORML?: Harford County Chapter Advocates for Marijuana Reform
Backyard Medicine: The Power of Plants
Article by Matt Tennyson | Photography by Matt Tennyson & Joshua Eller | Owl Staff In the race to find the answers to our modern ailments, we often turn to the pharmaceutical industry for an easy, quick fix. The unfortunate consequence of this is that we’re often taking pills that we don’t need. Daniel R. … Continue reading Backyard Medicine: The Power of Plants
Pesticides…In My Food?: Discovering Unlabeled GMOs
Article & Photography by John Parks | Owl Staff It’s early in the morning; you’re late for work, tired, and need something to eat. You decide to pour yourself a bowl of Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes, munch them down, and rush out the door. This might be something you do on a daily basis, but did … Continue reading Pesticides…In My Food?: Discovering Unlabeled GMOs
Sweet Harvest: Inside the World of Beekeeping
Article by Daniel Mele | Photography by Ahmed Hamayun & Matt Tennyson | Owl Staff The sun shines on a beautiful day in late May. The birds fill the skies with songs and a buzz is heard in the field as beekeeping veteran of 30 years, Steve Rouse of Rousedale farms (former host of Rouse … Continue reading Sweet Harvest: Inside the World of Beekeeping
Let’s Get Physical: New Harford Fitness Center Now Open
Article by James Greene | Photography by James Trudeau & John Parks | Owl Staff No matter what time of year it is, it can be tough for busy students to find time to get to the gym, not to mention facing the challenges of a tight budget. While local gym memberships vary in price, … Continue reading Let’s Get Physical: New Harford Fitness Center Now Open
Strike! How to Bowl Like a Pro
Article by Briannna Breece | Owl Staff TERMS HookThe way a ball curves on the lane. Oil PatternBowling lanes are oiled for different leagues and tournaments, as well as for the general public. This can affect the ball’s movement on the lane. StrikeKnocking down all ten pins. SplitHaving two pins left that are separated, making … Continue reading Strike! How to Bowl Like a Pro
Finding Strength Through the Struggle
Article by Abbey Rigney | Owl Staff Have you ever walked by someone in a wheelchair and suddenly become grateful for your working legs? It’s obvious that those with physical disabilities struggle, but have you ever considered those who suffer on the inside from an ailment that, to you, seems almost invisible? These underlying illnesses … Continue reading Finding Strength Through the Struggle
The Price of Being a First World Nation: A Student’s Sojourn to Singapore
Article and Photography by Azman Toy | Owl Staff “We are not a country, we are a company,” he said with conviction in his eyes. “That is how this island is run: profit comes first above people and you have very little say in how these things are handled.” He held his gaze a moment … Continue reading The Price of Being a First World Nation: A Student’s Sojourn to Singapore