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The student-run news site of H. B. Plant High School

PHS News

Kendrick Lamar looked at the camera while speaking before he performed his song ‘Luther’ featuring SZA. Shortly After SZA made her cameo appearance.

Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: A Mix of Reactions from Plant High School Students

Julianna Margre, Staffer February 19, 2025

The Super Bowl halftime show is a once-a-year event in which some of the biggest names in music take the stage. This year, Kendrick Lamar, joined by SZA, performed. Millions across the country watched...

Grocery stores provide humans with necessities needed for everyday life. Prices and services vary between each grocery store, some offering higher quality products or higher prices. Aldi and Trader Joe’s offer the affordable option using private-label brands while chains like Publix, Walmart and Target offer higher prices with retailing national brands.

Grocery Store Battles

Vera Agne, Opinions Editor February 17, 2025

When grocery shopping in Tampa, consumers have an abundance of options, each offering different advantages in terms of pricing, product selection, and shopping experience. Comparing four prominent grocery...

Breakfast can offer benefits such as improved cognitive function and better appetite control yet, for some individuals, skipping it does not necessarily lead to health consequences.

Is Breakfast the Most Important Meal?

Vera Agne, Opinions Editor February 12, 2025

For decades, it's been common to hear the phrase, "Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. "But does science back this claim, or is it just a myth? While some research supports the benefits of...

All of these places are new to Tampa and are expected to draw in customers from all over the Bay area. These restaurants offer all cuisines, such as Italian, Korean, Chinese, Mexican, and New York-style bagels.

New Restaurants in Tampa

Sienna Harrison, News Editor February 11, 2025

H&H Bagels, a New York City-founded bagel shop, is expanding its well-known New York bagels to Tampa this year at 1155 South Dale Mabry Highway. There hasn’t been an official opening date yet, but...

On Thursday, Jan. 30, the Beta Honor Society held its annual induction for new members. Current Beta members and Plant High School graduates spoke to the inductees during the ceremony.

Beta Honor Society Inducts a New Class

Stella Griggs, Sports Editor February 6, 2025

On Thursday, Jan. 20, Plant High School’s chapter of the Beta Honor Society inducted a new class of sophomores, juniors, and seniors. During the inductions, 13 current members spoke to the inductees,...

Valentine's Day will be here shortly, and it is the season of love. Whether you plan to spend Valentine's Day with a loved one or not, Galantines is a great way to show appreciation for your friends. If you need some inspiration from Galantines, check out this article.

Galentine’s Day Ideas

Sienna Harrison, News Editor February 4, 2025

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, it's now the season of love. This love also includes love for your friends. Galantines is a great way to celebrate female friendship. Here are some ways to...

 Giving back to the community, FMSOA prepares to hand back the items they raised from their valentine drive. Through Jan. 27-Feb. 4 FMSOA threw a drive for the Metropolitan Ministries to give non-essential products back to people who cannot afford those types of cosmetic items for themselves.

Love All Around: FMSOA’s Annual Valentine’s Day Drive

Gavin Grider, Staffer February 3, 2025

One of Plant High School's most beloved clubs, Future Medical Students of America (FMSOA), is running a student-initiated Valentine's Day drive starting on Jan. 27- Feb. 4 to donate nonessential face products...

Throughout history, clothing has played a vital role in shaping status, impressions and individual personality. Many people experiment with different styles in order to experiment with their sense of self.

Clothing and Identity

Vera Agne, Opinions Editor January 29, 2025

Clothing is more than just fabric stitched together; it is a powerful tool of expression and identity. From the clothes one wears daily to the outfits selected for special occasions, fashion communicates...

Members of the Plant High School mock trial team stand outside Yale Law School, where they competed in the national mock trial championship.

Memorable Mock Trial

Gavin Grider, Staffer January 27, 2025

Plant High School's mock trial team has a significant impact on its students, providing invaluable skills and experiences that go beyond the courtroom. Participating in mock trials gives students a deep...

Caroline Little studies for her history class. One of Little’s New Year’s resolutions was to manage her time better to accomplish more in school.

New Year, New Plant

Emma Brown and Ella Reeves January 23, 2025

Working out more, drinking more water, and spending less time on phones – all New Year’s resolutions found worldwide. New Year's traditions are unique to the people who make them and what they want...

As the new year begins, high school students face academic pressure, extracurricular demands, and personal goals, which can lead to burnout. Managing stress, prioritizing sleep, and practicing self-care are key to preventing exhaustion.

How to Avoid “New Year Burnout”: A Practical Guide for High School Students

Julianna Margre, Staffer January 16, 2025

In the new year, students set high standards for themselves: getting perfect grades, joining more extracurriculars, and working harder than ever. But with great ambition often comes significant burnout...

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