All posts by Riley Mortensen
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Don’t judge a table by its guests
I’m not going to go out on a crazy limb and say serving has changed my life, but I have experienced some people and incidents,...
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Toy and Miniature Museum rekindles childhood treasures
Fittingly placed on top of a hill, tucked safely inside the majestic house filled with 38 rooms and winding staircases lie the miniatures, marbles, and...
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student profile: Sophomore competes for chance to impact Africa
Sophomore Communication Studies major Alex Dapp is in the running for a chance to win a trip to Africa sponsored by Toms shoes where she’s...
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‘Bent’ tells untold love story of the Holocaust
Talk of the Holocaust has been prominent in my family from the time I was old enough to read a book of substance to the...
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KC Marvels: City’s early history resides in West Bottoms
The elegant moldings and detailing of buildings and warehouses in Kansas City’s West Bottoms make it a treasure trove for patrons looking for a memorable...
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A dangerous time to be a pedestrian
Autumn is the most deadly season for pedestrians, according to the National Pedestrian Crash Report. The highest percentages are ages 16-20 at 11.1 percent and...
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Students rough the campaign trail
Now that election week has finally arrived, it’s safe to say that many are ready for the campaign season to end. This is especially true...
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Pickleman’s, new campus hang out spot
The new gourmet café, Pickleman’s, which moved into the space formerly occupied by Red Mango, might just be the new hot spot for students looking...
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Opening the trap door: A look into Kansas City’s haunted houses
A venture to Kansas City’s West Bottoms would serve visitors well with four haunted houses to choose from. Fears will be unmasked while walking or...
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The history of Halloween
While Halloween is typically thought of as the colorful time of year when leaves turn glorious shades of red, orange, and yellow. Pumpkins appear for...
