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U.S. home to odd laws: Quiz answers

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By Rachel Naville and Abbie Ewing

Editor’s Note: This is an addition to a story published in the print publication.

 Fact or fiction: Strange Laws

Four of the following laws are fake and two are true, can you tell the difference?

Nevada: One cannot grow their nails out any longer than six inches.

North Dakota: Beer and pretzels cannot be served at the same time in any bar or restaurant.

Tennessee: It is illegal to play the harmonica in public places after midnight.

Kentucky: It is illegal to own more than 10 dogs at the same time.

Ohio: It is illegal to fish for whales on Sunday.

Florida: A license must be purchased before hanging clothes on a clothesline.

 

Answers: 

The laws for North Dakota and Ohio are true. The rest are false.

Abbie Ewing, Features, Rachel Naville

Featured leaders: Senior class president John Meldrum and vice president Lucas Corley

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By Abbie Ewing and Rachel Naville

Senior Class Vice President Lucas Corley

In a heated race, Corley lost the election against Meldrum for president, but is now happy with his vice presidential role. Corley is also very involved in the Radio/TV program as a broadcaster for many of the sports.

Bagpiper: What are your responsibilities as vice president?

Lucas Corley: “My only real responsibility is to speak during graduation and help plan for that, but I’ve taken initiative to try to spread school spirit in a positive way and help my class in whatever way they need me to.”

BP: Why do you think leadership is important?

LC: “I believe if you have the abilities to serve others as a leader, it is your responsibility to use those skils that you’ve been blessed with in a manner that will help others.”

Senior class president John Meldrum

This is not Meldrum’s first year with a leadership role. He was also class president his junior year and vice president his sophomore year. Meldrum also represented the wrestling team last year as the team captain.

BP: Why did you decide to run for class president?

John Meldrum: “I feel like I have the charisma and social skills to lead my school.”

BP: Do you like being a leader? If so, why?

JM: “Yes, it keeps me focused, and I like leading by example.”