“Little Women” is Sensational, Heartwarming, and Motivational
Jakelynn Credle, Staff Writer
January 16, 2020
Greta Gerwig’s “Little Women” was a sensational, heartwarming, and motivational film. As I watched this movie, I saw young love bloom, teenage heartbreak, the power of being a strong family, and pushing through tough times. I felt every ounce of emotion for the March family. Having never read the...
Dear Confused
Poppy, Advice Columnist
January 13, 2020
Dear Poppy, I don’t know what to do. I have an amazing boyfriend; I love him and I don’t want to lose him. We started off as friends but now I like this other guy who has been supportive but that I’ve never had the confidence to talk to. After some time I gave my friend a chance, ...
Dear Lost Girl
Poppy, Advice Columnist
January 8, 2020
Dear Poppy, All I've ever wanted is to be pretty and be like every other girl, but I don't think I'll ever be like that. I’ve always wanted to be a Homecoming princess, on the court and in the car with a beautiful dress. I even tried but all people did was laugh at me. Sometimes I th...
Please Don’t “Remind” Me
Sydney Haulenbeek, Editor in Chief
January 3, 2020
My phone doesn’t ping - I’ve set it to mute, because of the constant alerts - but it does flash, lighting up on the couch beside me to remind me of the economics test. The text pops up among others like it, snuggled with reminds for AP classes. It’s a Wednesday evening, and I’m studying for the test...
Netflix’s “Klaus” is Memorable and Unique
Alexis Waters, Staff Writer
December 19, 2019
If you’ve ever been flipping through the channels on cable TV, you’ve probably seen one advertisement for a holiday movie filled with at least a dozen cliches. Thankfully, Netflix’s new movie “Klaus” is not one of them. “Klaus” is about a young man named Jesper Johansson (voiced by Jas...
“A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish” is Cliché but Redeemable
Jakelynn Credle, Staff Writer
December 17, 2019
I know what you’re thinking: “Another Cinderella story…” Well, my response is, yes, yet another Cinderella story has been created, but this time, for the Christmas season. Michelle Johnston’s new film release, which is available on Netflix, is called “A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish....
YouTube’s “Rewind 2019: For the Record” is Far from Record-Breaking
Janelle Camba, Editorial Assistant
December 16, 2019
Beginning in 2010, YouTube has released a “rewind” of the year consisting of everyone’s favorite content creators and popular internet trends. In recent years, YouTube Rewind has received backlash because of the perceived decline in quality, escalating in 2018 when the people of the internet made...
“The Knight Before Christmas” is a Modern Classic
Cate Benedict, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
As Christmas grows closer, it’s only expected to see more movies based on the holiday. "The Knight Before Christmas", released on November 21, 2019, on Netflix and directed by Monika Mitchell, is a modern and Christmas-filled take on a classic love story. A Medieval Knight, Sir Cole ...
Liam Payne Presents an Unorganized Debut Album
Paxton Coley, Managing Editor
December 11, 2019
On Friday, December 6, 2019, Liam Payne, former member of worldwide boyband, “One Direction,” released his debut solo album, “LP1.” “LP1” features 17 songs, seven of which have been released as singles over the last two years. Payne seems to have a variety of genres mixed int...
Dear Stuck Between Two
Poppy, Advice Columnist
December 11, 2019
Dear Poppy, I need your help. I used to go out with this guy but we broke up. He has moved on but has shown that there is a chance we could happen again soon. I still love him and want to be with him, but I have been talking to this guy I know for a couple of days and maybe have started...
“SUGA’s Interlude” is a Masterpiece of the Young Adult Narrative
Sydney Haulenbeek, Editor in Chief
December 10, 2019
On Friday, December 6, Halsey released “finally // beautiful stranger” and “SUGA’s Interlude” prior to the release of her album, “Manic,” which is scheduled to come out on January 17. “SUGA’s Interlude” is a masterpiece of a description of the narrative that many you...
Dear Playing Games
Poppy, Advice Columnist
December 9, 2019
Dear Poppy, I need girl help! She keeps playing with me and is hurting my feelings; what should I do? — Playing Games Dear Playing Games, I’m going to open with something that might sting: if she’s playing games with you, she’s probably no...