Questioning someone's beliefs is often viewed as an act of hostility.  A simple why or how can be mistaken for a personal attack such as an insult to intelligence, morals, or identity.  But what if...

When most people think about Indiana, they picture endless cornfields and the Indianapolis 500; however, the Hoosier state has much more to offer! Indiana is known for its strong sense of community, rich...

Most of my life I've been noticing a few strange things around my house that have made me wonder: Could my house be haunted? While one could claim there are plausible explanations for some of these events,...

Pets are not just animals; they are family. Their companionship teaches us about loyalty, resilience, and the power of unconditional love. When we lose them, the void left behind feels immeasurable. Leo,...

Valentine's Day has been around for centuries, but it didn't always include chocolates and heart-shaped cards. Some suggest it comes from Lupercalia. Back in ancient Rome, people celebrated a violent Pagan...

Seymour, Indiana is a small town with charm, history, and community spirit. While it's known for its role as a transportation hub, there's much more to the vibrant town than meets the eye. Seymour's...

Freeman Field, located in Seymour Indiana, was established in 1942 as an Army Air Force training base during World War II. Originally, it played a crucial role in preparing pilots for missions during the...

Oktoberfest is a unique experience for the newspaper staff, a time to come together with friends and family to enjoy the rides, delicious food, and music. Here are the highlights from the Oktoberfest celebration...

Indiana's phone law prohibits students from using their phone or any other wireless communication device during instructional time. The law only allows phones at lunch and passing periods. However, there...

Establishing the American railroad system in the mid-nineteenth century transformed transportation and commerce, with trains carrying large amounts of money and other valuables they quickly became targeted...

Unified Track: Unified Track competed at Jennings County on Wednesday, April 17 against six schools. The Owls finished fourth and had fun. The Lady Owls' Unified team won the 4 x 100 event thanks...

Astronomers have discovered a cosmic marvel in our galactic backyard. Gaia-BH3 is the most massive black hole formed from a stellar explosion ever discovered in the Milky Way Galaxy. Until now, the record...

New Foods and drinks have been introduced to the Night Owl in the cafeteria. These items include: Breadsticks and cheese Acai bowl Yogurt Boxes Hummus boxes with vegetables New teas  ...

February 6, 2024, a man was arrested for robbing the Brownstown branch of Jackson County Bank. He held a woman at gunpoint and demanded money. The employee sounded the alarm at about 2:30 pm, and the...

A groundbreaking discovery has been made beneath the ancient ruins of Taposiris Magna on the Egyptian coast that may lead to an even more remarkable discovery. Archaeologists, led by Kathleen Martinez...

Quickly approaching 2024 the writers and actors strike has concluded, and as a result, we get a wide range of films. These films seem to have a high level of potential,  but some are more hyped than others....

After much anticipation, Seymour High School is excited to announce the launch of a google site for The Night Owl. Our cafeteria staff, who do their best to ensure breakfast and lunch for the students,...

Lucas Jablonski: Sweet Tea and Jesus- 5.25/5 stars  The sweet tea from Sweet Tea and Jesus was heavenly.  The largest draw for the drinks were the wide variety of flavors ranging from marshmallow...

Morocco was shaken to its core on September 11, 2023, when a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8, struck the nation. The epicenter of this destructive quake was located in the High Atlas mountain...

Have you ever wondered why certain books are banned? What impact does this practice have on our society? As the battle against book banning continues, it becomes increasingly important to recognize the...