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As the 2021 award season approaches, viewership is expected to continue tanking. Here is a list of reasons why award shows have had an overall decline within the last few decades.

The Decline of Award Shows 

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor January 12, 2021

Back in November, the nominees were announced for the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards that are set to occur on Sunday, March 14. In the most recent years, the Grammys has been met with widespread disappointment...

Netflix releases, “Grand Army” and simultaneously attempts to convey the constant struggles of a diverse group of New York teens. The show quickly sparked conversations about activism within their young audience.

‘Grand Army’ fumbles to wholeheartedly express social issues

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor January 5, 2021

The new teen drama, “Grand Army” is centered around five kids from Brooklyn and the multitude of issues that the diverse group of students must tackle. These problems only to be made worse when...

Daily environmental impacts have become more progressive. This holiday season, learn about your carbon foot-print and way you can help the environment.

The Christmas Tree Debate  

Eve Murdick, Staffer December 18, 2020

Buying a Christmas tree with your family is one of many traditions in household around the world. This tradition brings up the debate of having a real or fake tree considering the recent rising of...

Step 9: Bake for 9-10 minutes, then let cool before eating.

Triple Chocolate Peppermint Cookies: A Recipe for the Perfect Holiday Treat

Rowan O’Flanagan, Staffer December 17, 2020

Whether you’re planning to gift them to your friends and family or to enjoy them all yourself, these quick and easy cookies are perfect for the holiday season.   What you’ll need (makes 15 cookies):  ...

 The holiday season is upon us, and girl in red’s new song, “two queens in a king size bed” embodies the Christmas spirit. The song was released on Wednesday, Nov. 18.

Song of the week: “two queens in a king sized bed”

Jessie Larrinaga, Managing Editor December 16, 2020

On November 18, girl in red dropped a new song called “two queens in a king sized bed.” The song embodies the spirit of Christmas while being an ode to a sweet holiday romance.   A light...

For the first six years of my life, warm scents of sauerkraut, potato, onion, beets and sausage filled every inch of my kitchen and drifted to every corner of my house Christmas night.

Presents and pierogis

Ava Nelson, Editor in Chief December 16, 2020

For the first six years of my life, warm scents of sauerkraut, potato, onion, beets and sausage filled every inch of my kitchen and drifted to every corner of my house Christmas night. While it has been...

With the release of “Plastic Hearts” Miley Cyrus explores new genres. On the night of its debut, “Plastic Hearts” unsurprisingly reached the number 1 position on the iTunes charts.

“Plastic Hearts” signifies Miley Cyrus’ rock capabilities 

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor December 14, 2020

In the last decade, Miley Cyrus has been a prominent figure within the entertainment industry, jumping from one genre to the next to develop a more mature sound and break away from her pre-established...

The Utah Monolith, a three-sided, metal structure seven and a half feet high, was originally found in Utah in November. It moved to Romania, then Calif., and then to Britain. Its origins and purposes are still not truly known.

Mystery Monolith

Eve Murdick, Staffer December 8, 2020

The Utah Monolith in Salt Lake City has captured the social media’s attention in November due to its origins and movements being unprecedent. But where did this mysterious object come from? Are the alien-conspiracies...

As we approach colder weather in Florida, most Floridians just wear a set of sweatshirts and sweatpants. Since we don’t usually have nice and chilly weather, it is harder to upkeep a collection of warmer clothes. Here are some fun ways to incorporate style into your outfit with some clothes you may already have.

How to style fall outfits

Lauren Azevedo, Social Media Manager November 20, 2020

As we approach colder weather in Florida, most Floridians just wear a set of sweatshirts and sweatpants. Since we don’t usually have nice and chilly weather, it is harder to upkeep a collection of warmer...

 Bea Laus, alternative singer who grew exponentially on TikTok, just released her debut album. Her skills as an artist are refining, and this album is her best work yet.

‘Fake It Flowers’ fills hearts with nostalgia

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor November 4, 2020

Beatrice Laus, also known as “Beabadoobee,” released her debut album “Fake It Flowers” on Oct. 16. Her career has been incredible to watch, accumulating 17 million monthly listeners at just 20...

Halloween Costumes From 2020 Culture

Halloween Costumes From 2020 Culture

Eve Murdick, Staffer October 30, 2020

Looking for unique costumes from 2020 culture? Then never fear, this list will help you as Halloween nears. Whether you’re aggressively digging through the depths of Amazon, the Dark Web (the second...

Ever since the 900’s, Halloween has been a holiday filled with superstitions and linked to death. Since then, it has developed a rich history and developed into a wonderful day of self-expression and carved out pumpkins.

Halloween: A History

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor October 29, 2020

We know Halloween as a celebration to carve pumpkins, give out yummy treats, and dress up as our favorite pop culture characters. In reality, the annual charade of gorging on candy was not the original...

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