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Sucked Into Another World: Part 7

Lily Pliske, Writer January 31, 2021

“Alvara, can they stay in your castle?” A woman with muddy green skin and small horns on the side of her head asked.  “Of course, Eley,” Alvara said. She had horns on the side of her head that...

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Celebrations Around the World: New Zealand

Grace Hertel, Writer January 31, 2021

One of New Zealand's most popular food festivals is the Marlborough Wine and Food Festival. This festival is for everyone. Wineries from all over Marlborough show their wines during this festival. There...

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How To Make Money As A Teenager

Alo Pineda, Writer January 31, 2021

Being a teenager can be really fun, but sometimes to do fun stuff you’re going to need money. As we grow older, we need jobs to start supporting ourselves, but speaking from experience, getting hired...

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The Impacts COVID-19 Has Had On Mental Health (And How To Cope)

Danielle Murray, Media Manager January 24, 2021

A year ago, COVID-19 drastically changed the lives of everyone around the world. Our bustling cities became eerily quiet as our close-knit small towns shut their doors to neighbors and friends. We all...

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Taking Care of Yourself During Quarantine: Mental, Physical and Emotional Health Tips

Amelie Verlinden, Resources Editor January 24, 2021

So, it’s official; America has been in quarantine for nearly a year now, and the general public can agree that it has been our most difficult year yet. Isolating from our loved ones is tough enough,...

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True Crime: The Sodder Children

Micaela Gaither, Series Editor January 24, 2021

For fans of Snapped and true crime, we all know about the thrilling investigations that go on while trying to decide who killed the victim. It’s easy to become consumed by the mystery and forget the...

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Celebrations Around the World: Brazil

Grace Hertel, Writer January 24, 2021

Brazil has lots of festivals and celebrations, but we are going to focus on Festa Junina. It is celebrated all over Brazil for the whole month of June. It celebrates Saint John the Baptist, which gave...

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Sucked Into Another World Pt. 6

Lily Pliske, Writer January 24, 2021

Jodi looked at thirteen women sitting in chairs around a half-moon table. “Are you the council?” Jodi asked.   “Yes,” one of the women said. Her voice was soft, and she wore a blue dress...

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Mental Health in Schools

Danielle Murray, Media Manager January 16, 2021

Mental health and wellness are becoming an increasingly important topic, especially surrounding teens and young adults. With the popularization of social media, people everywhere are given the platform...

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How To Ask For Help With Mental Health

Alo Pineda, Writer January 16, 2021

At any age, many people struggle with their mental health, yet they don’t know how to ask for help or open up. Mental health still being a taboo subject isn’t much of a help either because it makes...

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Hades: The God of the Underworld

Lily Pliske, Writer January 16, 2021

Hades was trapped in his father’s stomach for years. The only light he ever saw was through his father’s open mouth. When Zeus freed him and his brothers and sisters, he wanted revenge, so he saw no...

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Celebrations Around the World: Canada

Grace Hertel, Writer January 16, 2021

Canada has many holidays , a lot similar to holidays in the United States. One of their most popular holidays is Canada Day on July 1st. This day celebrates the joining of Canada’s three original provinces...

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