The Student News Site of Bishop Miege

Bishop Miege Press
The Student News Site of Bishop Miege

Bishop Miege Press
The Student News Site of Bishop Miege

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Snack Attack

Celebrating Trader Joe’s New Store with Our Must-Try Bites
Paul Olson, Megan Ball, and Kayla Lueckenotto
December 10, 2025

In anticipation of Trader Joe’s expanding to Merriam, Kansas in 2026, at the corner of Antioch Road and Shawnee Mission Parkway, we reviewed some of their most popular snacks.

The popular national chain of grocery chain is known for its unique, private-label products, including gourmet, organic and health-focused items. With the new location, students can soon look forward to grabbing their favorite snacks before or after school.

When every visit feels like a treasure hunt with a chance to find something new and constantly changing flavors you won’t find anywhere else, Trader Joe’s is the perfect snack destination.

Of course, if you cannot wait until 2026 to get your snack fix, current locations include Ward Parkway Center in Kansas City, Missouri and the Leawood, Kansas location off of 119th Street and Roe Ave.

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About the Contributors
Paul Olson, Staffer
Paul Olson is a junior on the staff, and this is his first year working on the “Miegan” staff. As a staffer, Paul hopes to showcase all the incredible things that we do at Miege through his photography, but he is also open to working on other aspects of the paper. Paul’s main goal is to improve his photography skills and get great shots this year. His teammates would describe him as a friendly, selfless, and hardworking person who always strives for greatness. 
Megan Ball, Photographer
Megan Ball is a transfer student and junior on the “Miegian”. Although this is her first year on staff, she is an experienced photographer and excited to capture photos as a way of getting involved in the Miege community. She is especially enthusiastic about sports photography because it is a good way to participate in athletics. Megan’s goal is to show other students why the “Miegian” is so great and increase their interest in the newspaper.
Kayla Lueckenotto, Staffer
Kayla Lueckenotto is an incoming junior this year on the “Megian”, and this will be her first year on staff as a photographer. This year, she’s excited to cover a variety of stories from different angles and make new friends. She joined the newspaper staff for the community and to advance her skills in sports photography and design.  She is an open-minded, thoughtful, and hardworking individual who isn’t afraid to step up to a challenge.