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Archive - Feb 14, 2008

Don't you think we would've learned?

It’s happened again, and nobody can really say anything new on the topic – but I’ll say something anyway.

People shouldn’t have to worry about getting shot at school.

Yet, it happens.

Boys basketball: Winning streak ends as Decatur Christian takes conference title

Decatur Christian won the East Central Illinois Conference title tonight by defeating Uni High 58-38. The Illineks came into tonight's contest having won 11 consecutive games and three straight conference championships. The loss drops Uni to 20-6 overall and 9-2 in the ECIC with one game left to play in the regular season. The Illineks are back in action Friday night as they visit conference opponent Judah Christian.

Why it has to be a challenge: Tolerance isn't enough

To advertise for the first of the two Black History Month movie nights, I put up a few signs around the school. The signs feature a painting of the four little girls who were killed in the bombing of a church in Birmingham (the focus of the movie "4 Little Girls") and some text.

The signs said:

    Tolerant?

    Diverse?

    Accepting?

    Prove It.

S4BW dinner on Friday to benefit school in New Orleans

[AUDIO included] Students for a Better World will host a benefit dinner on Friday to raise money for an elementary school in New Orleans. The event will feature Cajun food, live jazz music, and a food auction. About 120 people are expected to attend.

Film picks: The perfect movies for Valentine's Day

No matter what your relationship status is, a good movie about the multifaceted phenomenon that is love can be the perfect companion this time of year. Check inside as Anna Cangellaris and Erika Belmont give their picks for the ultimate romantic comedies to brighten your Valentine's Day.