10 things to know BEFORE college
By Rachel Morano Thinking about going to college can be a very scary and extremely exciting time period in someone’s life. Many times, people don’t fully understand what it’s like but more times than not everything works out in the end. There are many aspects that go into getting ready to head off to school […]
Can you finish these Christmas song lyrics?
By Kyra Swims CAN YOU FINISH THESE ICONIC CHRISTMAS SONGS? “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” “From now on our troubles will be miles ____.” “Deck The Halls” “Deck the halls with boughs of _____ fa la la la la la la la la!” “Holly Jolly Christmas” “Have a holly, jolly Christmas; it’s the […]
Top five surprises that shook the world in 2016
By Julia Pelech Looking back on 2016, there were some weird things that happened. From getting a new president to exploding cell phones, this recap on a crazy year should make you laugh a little bit. 1. New President As we all know, Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for President, ended up winning the […]
REVIEW: A fantastic movie and where to find it
By Sarah Hager Once again, J.K. Rowling’s imagination comes to life on screen in the book-to-film adaptation of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. While the work is linked to the wizarding world of Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts follows an entirely unique storyline and paves its own path to success. Fantastic Beasts follows the […]
What season are you?
By Carly Casper What is your favorite dessert? A) Pumpkin pie B) Peppermint ice cream C) Popsicle D) Lemon Pound Cake What is your favorite movie genre? A) Horror […]
REVIEW: ‘Moana’ worthy of recent box office record
By Abby Kent and Claire Gearhart The new movie Moana is popular not only among kids, but many adults and teenagers too. Notorious for the beautiful character design, the intelligent wit and the walls it breaks down by going against the stereotypical Disney movie, this show’s most impressive qualities are the groundbreaking music and the […]
REVIEW: ‘Going Wild’ by Lisa McMann
By Maggie Boersma On September 27, Lisa McMann published a new book, Going Wild. This is part of a new trilogy from the well-known author. Any fan of McMann or Rick Riordan will love this story. McMann is the author of the award winning series The Unwanteds. With this new text, she will no doubt […]
December quiz
By Abby Hill Which astrology symbol is in December? Pisces Capricorn Virgo Aquarius The birthstone of December is Turquoise. True False The Germans made the first artificial Christmas trees out of ____________________. Bread crusts Shredded paper Dyed goose feathers Wolf hair December 4 is International __________ Day Duck Appreciation World Whale Free Hug Chocolate Mint […]
Holiday madlib
By Lauren Casper On a bitterly cold and snowy evening, you are driving home through a blizzard. The radio is shouting at you, telling you to get home because there will be _____ (number) feet of snow by midnight. With the snowflakes pounding down on your windshield and your _____ (type of car) going 15 […]
History of Christmas and St. Nicholas
By Holly DuBose Some of my favorite memories of mine are from when I was little and running downstairs to see what Santa had left for my brother and me. It brings a unique joy and excitement that makes day-long smiles. Sitting in my pajamas, opening presents, and drinking hot chocolate makes Christmas my favorite […]