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Brown sugar cookies are delicious and easy to make.

Brown Sugar Cookies Are Anything But Dull

Emmy Walker, Columnist • March 1, 2015

I was sitting at home one day and suddenly got an extreme craving for sugar cookies. I had the recipe ready to go, and I made my way to my pantry to get out the ingredients. I quickly realized that I was...

87th Annual Academy Awards Review

Sammi Tester, Editor of Student Opinion • March 1, 2015

Sunday, Feb. 22, was the 87th annual Academy Awards, otherwise known as the Oscars. The live show hosted by Neil Patrick Harris was one to watch for its red carpet looks, awkward moments, and musical performances....

Anonymous Hacktivism

Connor Lowe, Columnist • February 24, 2015

Anonymous, if you haven’t heard of it, is a group of what the press calls “Hacktivists.” It’s a term coined especially to describe their special blend of cyberterrorism and vigilante spirit. As...

Wind Ensemble & Band Concert

Band’s Got The Beat

Selina Fluty, Editor of Student Opinion • February 24, 2015

Two of our school bands, Concert Band and Wind Ensemble, performed on Wednesday, Feb. 19 in the multi-purpose room. It consisted of eight songs, four from Wind Ensemble and four from Concert Band. Each...

Several Little League teams stand around the baseball diamond, listening to the inspirational speeches of former players and coaches. However, with youth sports becoming surprisingly more competitive, the values of teamwork and sportsmanship might be sacrificed for a win.

Youth Sports Becoming Win-At-All-Costs

Jake Matise, Sports Editor • February 20, 2015

It was one of the feel-good stories of 2014. A Little League team from a poor area in Chicago, Illinois going to the Little League World Series, winning a national championship, and getting to play for...

Spencer Brown is a competitive Eagle. He participates in varsity athletics for all seasons.

Athlete Spotlight: Spencer Brown

Bry Holguin, Columnist • February 17, 2015

Sophomore athlete Spencer Brown participated in two sports this year and is currently playing on the high school baseball team. He shares his experience with the sports throughout the year, along with...

An Aromantic In A Romantic Place

Selina Fluty, Editor of Student Opinion • February 17, 2015

Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Week. What comes to mind? Kisses (the chocolate and the action), romantic dates, cute gifts, a slew of couples’ Instagram posts. Valentine’s Day tends to be such an...

Photo radar cameras, like this one in Tucson, Arizona, cold soon be a thing of the past, as could texting and driving.

Goodbye Photo Radar, Hello No Texting?

Jake Matise, Sports Editor • February 17, 2015

Photo radar cameras. People on their phones while driving. Most people have seen both of these things at least once. But in Arizona, the cameras and texting drivers could be gone very soon. Supporters...

“Dark Arc” Dominates Indie-Punk Domain

JJ Rivas, Columnist • February 17, 2015

The Band Saintseneca from Columbus, Ohio, released the album “Dark Arc” on Apr. 1, 2014, on their bandcamp page for a total of $7 (or more, if you so desire). The album is around 39 minutes long...

Not Quite Goodbye

Lauren Bander, Columnist • February 14, 2015

On Feb. 2, Principal Nancy Emmons sent out a letter to Horizon Honors staff, students, and families breaking the news that she is retiring after this school year. As a contributor to this school since...

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