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The Student News Site of CFHS

The Lantern
The Student News Site of CFHS

The Lantern
The Student News Site of CFHS

The Lantern
Lauren Ritz

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-Chief

Hi Everyone! My name is Lauren Ritz and I’m a senior editor-in-chief for the Lantern. When I’m not editing articles and cooking up graphics, I enjoy playing tennis, reading, and buying things I don’t need from Target. Like mini jars of Nutella.

All content by Lauren Ritz
Speech team members smile for a picture after their subsection success.

Strong voices

Grace Miller and Lauren Ritz
April 11, 2023
Things get violent as Lauren Ritz and Grace Miller argue whether it is GIF or GIF

Causing GIFGIF

Grace Miller and Lauren Ritz
April 1, 2023

Illuminating CFHS

Tristin Qualey and Lauren Ritz
April 1, 2023
Even typewriters are too technologically advanced for the new era.

Technological terrors

Lauren Ritz, EIC
April 1, 2023
An observation

An observation

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
April 1, 2023
Nathan Baszuro was able to capture an image of the alien encounter with his smartphone. (Alien images fromUser:Crobard~commonswiki)

UFOund Earth

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
April 1, 2023
SATIRE WARNING

SATIRE WARNING

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
March 30, 2023

GIF

Lauren Ritz, EIC
March 29, 2023
The Cannon Falls school forest is large, stretching from the elementary school to the high school.

Into the woods

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
March 2, 2023
After an explosive divorce, Emma, played by Megan Fox, must learn to survive the cold.

[Photo] Till Death

Tristin Qualey, Special projects editor
February 27, 2023
Cannon Falls has limited options for EV charging but there are a set of EV chargers in the city parking lot.

EVs not ready for prime time

Nathan Baszuro and Lauren Ritz
January 25, 2023
Many kids can relate the new school struggles in "Okay for Now."

[Photo] Okay For Now

Amy Fick, Torch writer
September 30, 2022
Leadership day attendees pose for a picture in their FFA garb.

A day of development

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
September 23, 2022
All manner of spooky symbols can be found throughout Hell Fest.

[Photo] A slash hit

Tristin Qualey, Special projects editor
August 29, 2022
The Cannon Falls High School building will open early next fall.

[Photo] Entering class early

Grace Miller, News editor
June 3, 2022
There are a variety of displays in downtown Cannon Falls.

Spring Art Show

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
May 12, 2022
Members of the CFHS Prom Committee diligently work on decorations for prom.

[Photo] Starry night

Lily Bahr, Staff Writer
April 28, 2022
The tennis team Rocks

School news

Tristin Qualey, Lauren Ritz, and Jessica Baszuro
March 27, 2022
Insulin-packed smoothies sit in the fridge of a happy American diabetic.

Smoothies stand up to Big Pharma

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
March 27, 2022
Rocking our world

Rocking our world

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
March 27, 2022
Sophisticated drinks

Sophisticated drinks

Lauren Ritz and Tristin Qualey
March 27, 2022
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[Photo] Living healthy

March 27, 2022
The addition of the fire pit in the IMC has had some wonderful benefits.

[Photo] Heating innovation

March 27, 2022
In conjunction with satire works, a new satirical header will be added to the Lantern homepage.

Satire ahead

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
March 23, 2022
CFHS conference champions celebrate after taking first place in each of their categories.

A record-breaking sweep

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
March 15, 2022
The cover of Baldridge's new album greets viewers with a glimpse of the folksy songs within.

[Photo] More than just a late bloomer

Bianca Caputo, Special projects editor
March 11, 2022
Games, as established by FIRST, are set up on the competition floor.

Battling bots

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
March 4, 2022
Finding his victims on the online dating app, the Tinder Swindler was able to extort millions.

[Photo] Searing lies and a serial dater

Tristin Qualey, A&E editor
February 18, 2022
This year's Super Bowl pitted the Los Angeles Rams against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Superbowl LVI: After 55 years of America’s biggest game, how does this season stack up?

Lauren Ritz and Tristin Qualey
February 15, 2022
After placing at the John Marshall tournament, CF speechies pose for a picture.

A season of speaking

Grace Miller, Sara Auger, and Lauren Ritz
February 14, 2022
Kings Place is a small town restaurant with big time flavor.

[Photo] The king of burgers

Madi Dettmann, Torch writer
February 10, 2022
The new characters are turning over a new leaf for the public image of M&Ms.

[Photo] A new flavor

Hannah Hjellming, Features editor
February 9, 2022
Fans have been sporting their Bomber gear at games all season long.

Sporting schedules

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
February 7, 2022
The Giving Tree donation bin can be found in the atrium, bedecked with strings of lights and an ornament-covered tree.

[Photo] A gift for the holidays

Tiera Meyer, Features editor
January 7, 2022
Much like movies, there is a big difference between real-life and movie trees - particularly the iconic Charlie Brown Christmas tree.

[Photo] Return to reality

January 7, 2022
With her cheer and scrappiness, Annie, an orphan living in New York city, has inspired audiences for over 100 years.

The sun will come out tomorrow

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
January 4, 2022
There is a wide array of festive symbols associated with Christmas.

[Photo] Christmas in review

December 23, 2021
Student art, no matter the medium, can be very beneficial in creating a well-rounded learning environment.

Coloring success

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
December 21, 2021
Stores in downtown Cannon Falls and beyond have "help wanted" posted in their windows.

[Photo] Short on staff

Emily Barrett, Features writer
December 20, 2021
Students work on decorating their masks after forming them out of plaster.

[Photo] Making masks

December 16, 2021
Students work on decorating their masks after forming them out of plaster.

[Photo] Making masks

Cara Erickson, Torch writer
December 16, 2021
Hellbound is a series of flames and ferocity, through which the main characters must navigate.

[Photo] Hellbound

Tristin Qualey, A&E editor
December 15, 2021
The empty weight room awaits the new Bomber weightlifting team.

[Photo] A new PR

Kyra Schoenfelder, Sports editor
December 13, 2021
Director Sue Franke prepares the 6th grade choir for the upcoming holiday concert.

A Christmas choir

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
December 8, 2021
Spice incarnate, the "Satan's Toe" sucker variably sets the eater's mouth on fire.

[Photo] Shu-erly worth the heat

Wyatt Nelson, Torch writer
December 2, 2021
Many math league students have to write out the problems extensively to solve them.

The cover of Megan Thee Stallion's new EP features a fire and devil theme.

[Photo] A hot new EP

Tristin Qualey, Thee A&E editor
November 23, 2021
Former CF Schools superintendent Beth Giese, an Army veteran, gives the Veterans Day address

Patriotic pause

Lauren Ritz, Editor-in-chief
November 17, 2021
Playoffs summary

Playoffs summary

Lauren Ritz, Editor in chief
November 9, 2021
Fans' guide to state tournament volleyball

Fans’ guide to state tournament volleyball

Bianca Caputo, Lauren Ritz, Nathan Baszuro, Jessica Baszuro, and Staff
November 9, 2021
Theater captains Kendall Lawless and Trisitin Qualey converse on stage before a long day of choreography.

[Photo] Behind the scenes

November 4, 2021
Tania Legvold instructs her talented group of musical members as they work on the show.

The storm rages on

Lauren Ritz, Editor in chief
November 3, 2021
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A group of CFHS speechies posing for a picture after taking home medals from one of last year's tournaments.

Calling all speechies

Lauren Ritz
November 2, 2021
Cannon Falls FFA members are selling fruit to the community starting November 1st.

[Photo] FFA: Fresh Fruit Available

November 7, 2022
The 2021 MSCA coaches of the year, Holly Winget and Cal Vande Hoef, have a history of speech success.

[Photo] Coaching with confidence

October 29, 2021
The culmination of students' work was a display in Mrs. Hernke's classroom window.

[Photo] Filling buckets one art class at a time

October 7, 2021
One of over 480 ceramic poppies created by CFHS staff to commemorate

“Seas of Red”

Lauren Ritz, Editor in chief
June 5, 2021

Vax facts for students

Lauren Ritz and Grace Miller
May 26, 2021
At their show this weekend, the Cannon Falls theater kids are finally going to put all of their hardwork to the test.

Upstaging a pandemic

Lauren Ritz, Feature's Editor
May 20, 2021
Independent Art students will be standing next to their art displays, this Saturday.

Downtown art display

Lauren Ritz, Feature's Editor
May 3, 2021
This year, the Cannon Falls Speech Team has six wonderful captains.

Suiting up for success

Lauren Ritz, Features Editor
April 12, 2021
National Youth Poet, Laureate Amanda Gorman, helped peak interest in slam poetry after she made an appearance at Biden's inauguration.

Finding a rhythm

Lauren Ritz, Feature's Editor
February 12, 2021
Lauren and Lantern

[Photo] Lauren Ritz

October 22, 2019
For the next couple of weeks, students will have the opportunity to donate food at school to support the local food drive.

Donating from a distance

Lauren Ritz, Feature's Editor
January 21, 2021
The Cannon Falls Theater Department magically pulled off an extraordinary show in the midst of a pandemic.

The show must go on

Lauren Ritz, Feature's Editor
January 8, 2021
The holiday season is approaching fast, and with it comes an abundance of festive traditions.

Festive family traditions

Lauren Ritz, Features Editor
December 10, 2020
Extra precautions have recently been installed to insure the safety of travelers during the global pandemic.

Traveling during a pandemic

Lauren Ritz, Features Editor
November 27, 2020

Ceramics

Lauren Ritz, Features Editor
November 13, 2020

Art I

Lauren Ritz, Features Editor
November 13, 2020

Drawing and Design

Lauren Ritz, Features Editor
November 13, 2020
Ms. Hernke works tirelessly to prepare materials for students working through a hybrid schedule. The unprecedented situation calls for creative solutions to COVID caused obstacles.

Art adaptations

Amelia Qualey and Lauren Ritz
November 13, 2020
Are you wearing a Halloween or COVID mask on this spooky evening?

Pandemic tricks, halloween treats

Lauren Ritz, Features Editor
October 30, 2020
Both carrying around backpacks and spaced out seating are part of the pandemic adapting process, and come with their pros and cons.

The technicalities of a pandemic

Lauren Ritz, Features
October 14, 2020
Mrs. Huseth adapts to the hybrid structure using Google classroom, which allows the half of her students that are at home to be included in the lesson.

New year; new challenges

Lauren Ritz, Features Editor
September 18, 2020
Blake Hernke, Kristy Allen, and Robotics Coach Joe Coyle enjoyed chatting with Vande Hei.

Shoot for the stars

Lauren Ritz, Torch Editor
May 22, 2020
Many art students feel lost without Mrs. Hernke's guidance.

Truly independent art

Lauren Ritz, Torch Editor
April 27, 2020
Heinäsuo stayed with his grandparents, Sue and Al Petron, during his exchange.

Mikko Heinäsuo, Finland

Lauren Ritz, Torch Editor
April 2, 2020
The school newspaper traces its roots back to the 1940's

Now and then

Lauren Ritz, Staff Writer
February 26, 2020
Chris Baszuro's Ancient Egyptian Game Board is one of many projects students created.

Blast from the past

Lauren Ritz, Staff Writer
January 22, 2020
There was a magical firework show after the annual tree lighting.

Deck the Falls

Lauren Ritz, Staff Writer
December 5, 2019
Feed My Starving Children will be hosting their annual packing event on November 23.

Helping the hungry

Lauren Ritz, Staff Writer
November 14, 2019
Mr. McGrath was feeling groovy on Throwback Thursday during homecoming week.

Marvelous Mr. McGrath

Lauren Ritz, Staff Writer
October 9, 2019
The seventh and eighth grade band play their hearts out.

Melodious middle school

Lauren Ritz, Torch staff writer
May 24, 2019
Kollege kids

Kollege kids

Lauren Ritz, Torch staff writer
May 17, 2019
Breakthrough

Breakthrough

Lauren Ritz, Torch staff writer
May 10, 2019
Angela Wong, from St. Olaf, is working with the music department this spring

A new note

Lauren Ritz, Torch staff writer
May 3, 2019
Mrs. Loeschke's St. Patrick's day wreath is the epiphany of the holiday

St. Patty’s day

Lauren Ritz, Torch staff writer
April 5, 2019
Potted Potter

Potted Potter

Lauren Ritz, Torch staff writer
February 28, 2019
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