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History is made yet again on Jan. 8, when Twitter concurred to permanently suspend President Donald Trump’s Twitter account. This is not the only social media platform that Trump has been suspended from.

Permanent Suspension of Trump’s Twitter Account

Eve Murdick, Staffer January 15, 2021

For the first time in history on Jan. 8, two days after the Capitol protests, the world woke up to President Donald Trump’s Twitter account being permanently suspended for violating Twitter rules.   “After...

Currently known as MF Doom, Daniel Dumile’s death was announced by his wife, Jasmine, via Instagram on Dec. 31 although he originally passed away on Oct. 31, 2020. His cause of death has not been given, either.

MF DOOM, rapper with intricate rhymes, dead at 49

Eve Murdick, Staffer January 11, 2021

Currently known as MF DOOM, Daniel Dumile’s death was announced by his wife, Jasmine, via Instagram on Dec. 31 although he originally passed away on Oct. 31, 2020. His cause of death has not been given,...

Biomedical companies around the world are racing to get past the yellow tape of safety regulation. Moderna has released information about their tests, and essential workers have been able to receive vaccinations.

The race for a vaccine

Julia Wolfe, Opinion Editor December 17, 2020

All around the world, different companies have been fighting in a race to get through the stages of FDA approvals. Domestically, companies like Moderna and Pfizer have gone through stages of testing.   According...

Going through the second quarter, E-Learners may find it challenging to self-motivate. This list shows different tactics that can help students to stay persistent as we get closer to the end of the first semester.

Five ways to help you stay motivated while e-learning this year

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor November 17, 2020

Make a list of achievable goals  Starting each week off with a list of things you hope to accomplish will help you to organize and evaluate your workload. Along with a general list for each week,...

Joe Biden Accepts the Nomination for the Democratic Party’s Ticket for President of the United States -Wilmington, DE - August 20, 2020” by Biden For President is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0

President and vice president-elect address the nation

Salena Kahassai, News Editor November 9, 2020

President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris addressed the nation for the first time on Saturday, Nov. 7.   Biden delivered his victory speech in Delaware after four days of counting...

At a campaign event held in August, former Vice President Joe Biden and California Senator Kamala Harris have a conversation. Biden and Harris were projected as the winners of the 2020 presidential election on Saturday, Nov. 7.

Biden Projected Next President of the United States

Rowan O’Flanagan, Staffer November 9, 2020

Biden Projected Next President of the United States  After a contentious campaign season and days of counting votes, former Vice President Joe Biden has been declared president-elect of the 2020 presidential...

Lifting up her arms, sophomore Jade Bedell celebrates while playing Steinbrenner High School on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The team advanced to the State Semifinals after defeating Vero Beach High School.

Volleyball advances to State Semifinals

Kate Caranante, Editor in Chief November 6, 2020

On Saturday, Oct. 31 the volleyball team defeated Vero Beach High School, making them the FHSAA Volleyball Class 7A-4 Regional Champions.   “My favorite part of this season was definitely the game...

Because of social distancing many people have turned to online games, such as chess, to pass their time. Friends are bonding and smiles are forming, for this socially-distant experience is a lot of fun and easy to access.

Chess as a Socially-Distant Game

Hyatt Criser, Staffer November 3, 2020

During this era of social distancing, Netflix and an immense amount of Cheeto Puff consumption, finding new ideas to pass time has never been more difficult. But let me unveil to you, my friends, a fun, socially-distant yet...

Presidential candidates Donald Trump and Joe Biden held rallies in Tampa Bay on Thursday, Oct. 29. Florida is a major swing state that can affect the outcome of the election greatly.

Presidential nominees campaign in Tampa

Salena Kahassai, News Editor November 1, 2020

With only five days left until the 2020 presidential election, President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee former Vice President Joe Biden are holding rallies in Tampa on Thursday, Oct. 29.   Biden...

With election day rapidly approaching, democrat Julie Jenkins challenges incumbent republican Jackie Toledo for her seat in the Florida House of Representatives. The term for a Florida representative is two years.

Election Spotlight: Florida House District 60 

Rowan O’Flanagan, Staffer October 20, 2020

Every two years, all the seats in the Florida House of Representatives are up for election. The House, in which Republicans currently hold a 73-47 member majority, has the power to make laws governing...

Starting to prepare for college plans, seniors are researching colleges and finishing up standardized assessments. COVID-19 has caused changes in the normal application process.

College applications in a Covid-19 world

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor October 14, 2020

Since COVID-19 hit Americans across the nation, many questions have arisen about what will happen to the college application process. The class of 2021 has a different application experience due to...

Timeline of the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020

Timeline of the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor October 6, 2020

         

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