Earbud Effects
Noah Stults, Columnist
May 17, 2019
Filed under Features, Health, Technology
In society today, there is a new craze for earbuds, especially recently-released wireless ones, like AirPods. Although earbuds are a convenient way to listen to music privately, there could be some potential health risks associated with these inventions. The volume of a earbud has the potential to ...
I Pledge Allegiance to the Flag
Elizabeth Stover, Columnist
May 9, 2019
Filed under Features
Every day, students and teachers recite the Pledge of Allegiance before school, in meetings, and after school events, even though a large majority who pledge don’t even know what it means. Students learn the Pledge as early as preschool, but never truly learn what it means, which detracts from the purpose i...
No Matter the Distance
Clarissa Smith, Columnist
May 9, 2019
Filed under Features, Student Opinion
When you have friends at school or from activities you regularly participate in, it’s not so difficult to maintain a relationship. This especially goes for family members, since you both live in the same house; but, if someone moved away, it would be a different story. To maintain these long-distance...
Which Sparkling Water Shines?
Max Larsen, Columnist
May 9, 2019
Filed under Features, Food, Student Opinion
In 1767, English chemist Joseph Priestley accidentally infused water with carbon dioxide. Since then, “sparkling water,” now widely considered a delicacy, has been introduced throughout the world. Many water brands have branched off, such as Refreshe, Perrier, LaCroix, and San Pellegrino. My fami...
Finding The Right Gym Membership
Amber Fretwell, Columnist
May 9, 2019
Filed under Features, Health, Showcase
Hitting the gym might be a summer goal you’ve decided to take on, but the problem is that you don’t know which gym suits you best. There are so many different gyms in the valley that offer a variety of ways to work out. The list includes benefits such as tanning areas, unlimited guest privileges, and...
Please Make These Caramel Brownies
Riley Hurlburt, Columnist
May 9, 2019
Filed under Features, Food, Showcase
These brownies are to die for. My mom and I have been making these brownies for years, and they are deliciously rich and chewy. Ingredients: 1 box of chocolate cake mix 1 stick of butter, softened 5 oz can of evaporated milk 1 cup chocolate chip 1 package of Kraft Caramel Ins...
Which Sauce is Truly the Boss?
Clarissa Smith, Columnist
May 3, 2019
Filed under Features, Food, Student Opinion
A question that not many have considered, but may sound familiar: what is the best condiment? People may debate over topics like which is the best fruit? Or maybe, what should be Arizona’s state drink (apparently not lemonade)? But now it’s time to tackle this new controversy. To answer this questi...
Getting Your Prom Fit on a Budget
Amber Fretwell, Columnist
May 3, 2019
Filed under Campus Life, Events, Fashion, Features, Showcase
Prom is just around the corner and all the money you’ve been saving can easily be spent on just two things: a dress or suit, and a ticket. But finding an outfit to wear to prom that you love, is affordable, and is able to last the whole night is quite hard, especially when you are on a budget. T...
Raging Down the Road
Noah Stults, Columnist
May 3, 2019
Filed under Features
Driving can be a frustrating task for many people. You are cruising down the road when, suddenly, someone cuts you off, evoking a wave of unrestrained wrath. You were in a good mood just moments ago, but somehow your emotions have spiraled out of control. Believe it or not, there is actually a ration...
Chicken & Waffles for the Soul, Mrs. Heinrich for the Heart
Elizabeth Stover, Columnist
April 25, 2019
Filed under Campus Life, Features, Food
Ingredients: 4 chicken tenders ½ to ¾ cup buttermilk ¼ cup butter, softened 2 ½ tbsp honey, plus extra for drizzling ¾ cup flour ½ tbsp garlic powder or salt ½ tsp paprika ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp onion salt or powder ¼ tsp black pepper ¾ cup oil (use sparingly) **Option...