La Senora Jewart Viaja a Barcelona
Alexa Shrake, Writer
April 12, 2018
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Four thousand four hundred and thirty-eight miles. That is how far Spanish teacher, Ashley Jewart, will travel this summer. On June 29th, Jewart heads to Barcelona, Spain for a new adventure, except it’s not really a new one, but one she has the opportunity to relive. On September 1, 2017, Jewart applied for a g...
Going Green is Going Better?
Callie Musgrave, Writer
April 5, 2018
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Solar power is not a new subject to the masses. Solar power or renewable energy is energy used to power everyday appliances, businesses, cars, and more that is made from solar panels, windmill farms, tidal power, hydropower, and other renewable sources like biofuel. Solar panels convert energy from the ...
Women in Third World Countries
Sophia Finney, Writer
April 5, 2018
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How much do you really know about the pain and suffering of women in third world countries? Every day, women die from the conditions and requirements they are put through. Women are not even close to being treated as equals. In parts of India, Kenya, Pakistan, and several other nations, the rights of...
Florida Shooting
Spencer Skaggs, Writer
March 22, 2018
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All of his hard work was about to pay off. With lots of effort and work put in, Nicholas Dworet’s future was looking bright. He had just committed to UIndy’s swimming program on an academic scholarship, and had excelled at everything that he put his mind to. Dworet, along with 16 other students, w...
Syrian Conflict Disaster
Stoney Hayden, Writer
March 21, 2018
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Once again, Syrian troops have dueled with rebels on the outskirts of Eastern Ghouta. Russia had just sponsored a truce between the rebels and the Syrian government, so this battle between them came as a shock to some since the fight has been going on for several days now. Ever since Wednesday morni...
What (Didn’t) Happen
Sophia Jackson, Writer
March 14, 2018
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Have you ever played a game of telephone? If you have, you have probably noticed that the original word or phrase is rarely the same as it started. There is always that one kid who will deliberately change it, or one who will mishear it and will not ensure the accuracy of what they think they heard. ...
West Virginia Teacher Strike
Kody Brandenburg, Writer
March 14, 2018
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In West Virginia, teachers and other school employees took a stand and went on strike to bring attention to issues regarding pay and benefits. The strike began on Thursday, February 22. It started when word got around to teachers that there would be a 2% pay increase starting over the summer of 2018,...
Measles Occurrence at Indiana University
Alexa Shrake, Writer
March 2, 2018
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A recent occurrence of the measles has spread across the Indiana University main campus in Bloomington. A single student came back to campus after winter break with the disease. The University quickly emailed students and faculty regarding the occurrence after the case was confirmed. Currently, the s...
Over 150 Victims Ruin Larry Nassar’s Career For Good
Callie Musgrave, Writer
March 2, 2018
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On February 5th, Larry Nassar was sentenced for the third time on the charge of sexual abuse against 156 victims that he had molested and sexually assaulted. He also had been charged with child pornography and was sentenced to 60 years in prison on top of the 175 years from the previous charges. Nass...
Trump’s Decision on Utah
Callie Musgrave, Writer
February 26, 2018
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On December 4, 2017, President Donald Trump flew to Utah to announce the down-size of two national monuments, Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante within Utah state borders. The change has proven to be the largest demotion in National Monument Protection history within the United States, and conserva...
Apple Battery Downfall
Callie Musgrave, Writer
February 23, 2018
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Apple, one of the largest corporations in the world, is known for their phones and Macbook products alike. Their products are also known for their simple algorithm and easy to use servers. However, Apple is infamous for their short term batteries. Apple uses a lithium-ion battery that has a normal life ...
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At one point or another, almost everyone has looked in the mirror and thought, “I could lose a pound or two.” Hundreds of dieting methods exist ranging from various exer...
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School isn’t always enjoyable. It is stressful, grueling, and sometimes boring; but it is very important. The grades that you make today can determine the colleges you ...
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H&M Working to Reduce Textiles in Landfills
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Prom is the time of year girls over-stress about everything, especially about finding the right prom dress that falls within in their budget. A quick Google search of dress ...
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I was walking down the street when a ferocious, blue serpent that rose to be as tall as a small building appeared before me. Its mouth was wide open with four sharp teeth...
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Stoney Hayden, Writer
April 9, 2018 • 1 Comment
Martinsville High School’s Indoor Winter Percussion scored a first place win on Saturday, February 17th at their first competition at Franklin Central High School. Martinsvil...