Possible Toys R Us comeback sparks controversy, outrage

10/18/2018 By Ollie Gratzinger | Opinions Editor Over the summer, childrens’ retail giant Toys R Us announced that it would be permanently closing the doors of about 735 U.S. locations as a result of bankruptcy claims dating back to the previous September. We packed up our childhood memories, watched as storefronts became vacant lots and bid farewell to Geoffrey the Giraffe. But now, the brand … Continue reading Possible Toys R Us comeback sparks controversy, outrage

Whatever comes to mind: Black Friday loses charm

By George Flynn | Opinions Editor The holiday season was one of my favorite seasons as a child. I loved eating Thanksgiving dinner with my extended family. I adored celebrating Christmas with my sister and parents. Opening the gifts underneath the tree was the glorious moment I waited for every single year. As I got older however, it became quite apparent to me that the … Continue reading Whatever comes to mind: Black Friday loses charm