The Bengal's Purr

The student news site of Lewiston High School
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Paxtyn Latta

Paxtyn Latta, Editor in Chief, Opinion Editor, Lead Copyeditor

Hello! My name is Paxtyn Latta, and I’m the opinion editor, a lead copyeditor, and the senior editor-in-chief for the 2024-2025 school year. This is my fourth and final year on the Bengal’s Purr, and I can’t wait to bring new perspectives and ideas to light, and interest others in being more involved with our community, school, and world.

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A thanks to the community

Paxtyn Latta, Editor in Cheif
June 4, 2025
OPINION: The Potential Effects of Trump’s Immigration Policies

OPINION: The Potential Effects of Trump’s Immigration Policies

Paxtyn Latta, Editor-in-Chief
June 1, 2025
rolled back policies

Some of the most impactful lyrics from the Hypnotize album and song.

Throwback Review: System of a Down sister albums

Paxtyn Latta, Editor-in-Chief
May 2, 2025
The Swap's official poster. Photo courtesy of William Thompson.

The Swap: Where a small town and pop culture collide

Paxtyn Latta, Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2025
Courtesy of University of Chicago Map Reserves.

OPINION: Systemic Racism is an Inevitable Truth

Paxtyn Latta, Editor-in-Chief
March 10, 2025
Idaho Lawmakers Crack Down on Marijuana Possession

Idaho Lawmakers Crack Down on Marijuana Possession

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Editor
February 20, 2025
LHS Angel Tree, located in the counseling center.

LHS provides holiday miracles with Angel Tree

Paxtyn Latta, Editor-in-Chief
January 6, 2025
Some elements of comprehensive sex education. Infographic created by Pax Latta.

Comprehensive sex education is essential for students

Paxtyn Latta, Editor-in-Chief
December 5, 2024
LHS welcomes new members of staff

LHS welcomes new members of staff

Taryn Fowler, Alicia Iorg, Kyla Nesset, Isabel Blewett, Laini Enyeart, Paxtyn Latta, and Samuel Huff
December 5, 2024
Mrs. Scott poses with superintendent Lance Hansen at her award ceremony. Photo courtesy of Jessi Scott.

Mrs. Fazio-Scott wins 2024 Lewiston Secondary Teacher of the Year

Paxtyn Latta, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 30, 2024
Gun control rally in Boston, Massachusetts. Photo courtesy of Pond5.

Guns or Kids: The Choice is Yours

Paxtyn Latta, Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2024
Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle. Photo courtesy of NBC News.

Remember Their Names

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Editor
January 30, 2024

Man on the Street: What’s your Golden Throne hot take?

Paxtyn Latta and Lauren Martin
January 30, 2024
Political Division Threatens American Democracy

Political Division Threatens American Democracy

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Editor
December 8, 2023
Photo courtesy of www.barbie-themovie.com

Barbies and Kens Debate Over Patriarchy

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Editor, Lead Copyeditor
October 2, 2023

LHS Bids Farewell to Long-Time Teachers: Mary Jackson

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Editor, Copyeditor
May 31, 2023
Women protesting abortion restrictions. Photo courtesy of National Public Radio (NPR).

Accessible abortion should be a protected human right

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Editor, Copyeditor
April 28, 2023
William Autrey. Photo courtesy of lewistonschools.net

Interview with William Autrey

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Assistant, Copyeditor
April 3, 2023

The world: At its’ worst, best, and getting better

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Assistant, Copyeditor
April 3, 2023
Markos Herr. Photo courtesy by Kaitlyn Fowler.

German classes participate in pen-pal system

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Assistant, Copyeditor
February 24, 2023
Student Mental Health: An Inside Perspective

Student Mental Health: An Inside Perspective

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Assistant, Copyeditor
November 3, 2022
The Bengal Update. Photo courtesy of youtube.com

New and Improved Mornings at LHS

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Assistant, Copyeditor
September 30, 2022
Approved scholarship applications vary for each student. Photo courtesy of istockphoto.com

Scholarships rightfully given to athletes

Paxtyn Latta, Copyeditor
June 1, 2022
Students bored in class. Photo courtesy of smartsims.com

Student disengagement: A pandemic in itself

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Assistant
June 1, 2022
FCCLA heads to nationals

FCCLA heads to nationals

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Assistant
May 9, 2022
Betty Boop is threatened by a ringmaster after she doesn't reciprocate his advances- one of the many times Hollywood has portrayed abuse in a casual light. Photo curtesy of huffpost.com

Extra, extra! Battered woman makes a comeback!

Paxtyn Latta, Opinion Assistant
May 9, 2022
FCCLA prepares for state competitions

FCCLA prepares for state competitions

Paxtyn Latta, Staff Reporter
March 14, 2022
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