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Lincoln High School Statesman

"The best way to predict your future is to create it." Abraham Lincoln

Lincoln High School Statesman

At the 2018 Conservative Conference (CPAC), President of the United States Donald Trump spoke in National Harbor, Maryland.  Conservative  in National Harbor, Maryland (Wikimedia Commons/Gage Skidmore).
Bruises, rumors and official reports: Trump’s health back in the spotlight
Alonso Ramirez, Staff Writer • October 9, 2025

Until recently, not many had questioned the health and well-being of President Donald J. Trump. Unsurprisingly, Trump's health was always assumed to be in stable condition...

A graph of suicide rates by age from 2000-2020. 
( Photo used with permission by the National Bureau of Economic Research).
Suicide Prevention Month
October 8, 2025
The Sioux Falls School District implemented a no cell phone, smart phone and earbud policy starting the Fall of 2025.
Bell to bell, no cell
October 7, 2025
The acoustics of the auditorium will improve both the experience for the audience and the performers on stage. The construction workers are ensuring that the acoustics are the best they can be (Photos used with permission by Brian Hardie).
Opening act
October 7, 2025
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According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc., one in eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
The fight: National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Bethany Jespersen and Isabel Gillespie October 9, 2025

Every 14 seconds, somewhere in the world, a woman hears the words, “You have breast cancer.” That adds up to an estimated 2.3 million women diagnosed in 2025, making it...

Xavier Pastrano, English teacher, has the reputation of being well-dressed each day. His signature piece of clothing is a flannel.
LHS best dressed teacher
October 8, 2025
Ashlyn Dejong (right) with her sister Kelsey (left) before heading
 into the winter weather (Photo used with permission by Ashlyn Dejong).
The send off
October 8, 2025
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A small dog lies on the couch, staring lovingly at her owner.
A man’s best friend
Nadia Schneider, Online Editor-In-Chief • October 16, 2025

You might regularly hear the phrase “a man’s best friend,” but how often do you stop to consider the meaning behind these words? A statement frequently used to reference...

As the sun sets on a fall evening it creates colorful streaks of pink and orange in the sky.
Hello fall
October 1, 2025
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Bethany Jespersen
Bethany Jespersen
Perspectives Editor

Bethany Jespersen is a junior, second-year staff writer and Perspectives Editor for the Statesman. When she is not soaking up the outdoors with her untamed goldendoodle, Jespersen can be found participating...

Halloween
And so, holiday season begins...
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Wonton Noodle Soup contains pork bone broth served with ground pork wonton, bok choy and BBQ pork.
Pho Thai: A fulfilling dinner choice
Soranje Phenias, Staff Writer • October 9, 2025

As I walked into Pho Thai, I was welcomed by some amazing smells all around me. Pho Thai is one of those places you go and instantly feel cozy as you sit down. The smells...

The LHS Crazies have been a dedicated fan base for the LHS Football team this season, as the team has an 8-1 record as of Oct. 3, 2025.
How to be an LHS Crazie
October 7, 2025
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An aerial view of Mapleton Golf Club on the fourth hole (Photo used with permission by Instagram/@mapeltongc)
Mapleton Golf Club: A new kind of Sioux Falls golf
Jacob Wessels, Sports Editor • October 9, 2025

If you’re looking for a new place to hit the links before the golf season ends and would like a private, luxurious environment, the new Mapleton Golf Club might be right...

LHS girls soccer players from left: Mia Weiland, Izzie Gillespie, Regan Van Meeteren, Gemma Oppenheimer (Photo used with permission by Instagram/@sflincolnsoccer).
The hat of excellence
October 7, 2025
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"LHS Island" is a reality TV show hosted by Statesman Social Media Coordinator, Bethel Woche. (Screenshot used with permission by YouTube/lhsstatesman)
LHS Island Ep. 4
Bethel Woche, Social Media Coordinator • October 16, 2025

"LHS Island" is a reality TV show hosted by Statesman Social Media Coordinator, Bethel Woche. (Screenshot used with permission by YouTube/lhsstatesman)
LHS Island Ep. 3
October 1, 2025
Naomi Jespersen and Louison Akossi pose together for a picture as they celebrate winning Homecoming King and Queen.
HOCO coronation photo dump
September 30, 2025
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