“Baking like Grandma used to,” that is the phrase sisters Sandra and Sheryl went by when they opened Flour Mill Bakery in 1996, and the phrase they still go by now. Just off the beaten path, located in a strip mall off State Road 26 in Rossville, is where the bakery sits. The Flour Mill …
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Reading Assignment – Theme // Homework
Waiting on A Whale at the End of the World Theme: Adventure I love the way the author describes the whaling captain, Reppi. “His jaw starts just below his ears and narrows sharply, giving him a wolfishly handsome look despite the fact he has lost all his teeth.” The descriptive words he uses really make …
My Hometown Pizza King // In Class Assignment
My bus route would go right by it every day, the Pizza King in my small town. This small brick building attached to a hair salon was the hot spot for two middle school girls every Friday afternoon. I pull out my flip phone, text my neighbor and best friend Sarah and ask her if …
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My Hometown in 500 words Summary // Homework Assignment
This author was very descriptive in the way they described things. Here are some of the ways I was able to picture these things. “I begrudgingly rush over to my parents’ room for..” I honestly had to look the word “begrudgingly” up in the dictionary. This describes how they reluctantly got out of bed. “Expand …
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Purdue Bell Tower // In Class Guidebook Entry
Standing at 160 feet tall, made of brick and 4 bells is the symbolic Purdue Bell Tower. The bell tower has been on Purdue’s campus since 1895, it was actually burnt down just four short days after it was completed. It was then rebuilt 9 bricks higher than the first model. When strolling through Purdue’s …
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In class : Travel Article Comparison
Things I liked: I really like the article, that highlighted some key things in Illinois. I think it was interesting because they explained how they really did not have much to bring people there, but that they were trying. The article did a really good job of explaining with lots of details the “big things” …
5 Reasons Igloo Frozen Custard should be crossed off your Lafayette Bucket List
Four generations and original recipes: that is one to describe Igloo Frozen Custard. This family owned business has been around since 1932. When traveling to Lafayette, Igloo Frozen Custard should be a place you should cross off your must-do list. Here are five reasons why: 1. Drinks You see it everywhere, the signature picture of …
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Instagram Caption Assignment
By: Clara Boles Just a swift pit stop on your way to class- swing by Pappy’s Sweet Shop in the basement of the Purdue Memorial Union for a milkshake. If you have more time and want lunch, Pappy’s sweet shop is the place to go for a quick burger. This is a great place to …
5 Reasons You Should Come to West Lafayette’s new hottest spot – Freddy’s (class assignment)
By: Clara Boles AHH, that sweet aroma that fills your lungs from one of Freddy’s famous sundaes. The sight of burgers frying and kids smiling are just a few things you will notice when coming to Freddy’s. Freddy’s will be joining the West Lafayette area in 2020 and here are 5 reasons you should stop …
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The Home of Purdue Blog is run by Purdue students. The purpose of the blog is to give insight to people who might be traveling, moving, and or thinking about coming to West Lafayette. Things to do, events, dining, venue, and lodging are just a number of things you can find when scrolling through the …
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