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

PHS News

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

PHS News

Posting on social media during a pandemic isn’t the best thing to do because it encourages others to go against strict quarantine guidelines. After looking at posts online, it showed that many are socializing and going against the rules in place.

#Coronavirus

May 6, 2020

Holding a draft card, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announces defensive end Chase Young as the Washington Redskins pick. The NFL held a virtual draft due to Coronavirus concerns.

Virtual NFL Draft is a success

Kate Caranante, Sports Editor May 1, 2020

A chance to play in the NFL is the pinnacle of American football. The NFL Draft gets talented young men one step closer to achieving their dream of playing that national stage.   Every year, the NFL...

When stuck inside with nothing to do, leaning to knit with a cup of tea is the perfect way to stay warm and cozy. Students have found multiple YouTube knitting tutorials that teach simple projects like a scarf or a blanket to any beginner.

Quarantine boredom busters

Audrey Taylor, Staffer April 30, 2020

While self-quarantining, it can be a challenge to find activities to fill the time. Making art or doing different crafts is a great way to spend time and be creative.  Painting-  Even if someone...

The XFL fills for bankruptcy amid pandemic. This is the second time league has not made it past its first season.

XFL files for Bankruptcy

Kate Caranante, Sports Editor April 28, 2020

The 2020 XFL season was a second attempt at an early twenty first century failure.   The XFL was originally announced in 2000 when WWF Chairman Vince McMahon decided wrestling was not enough for him....

As chairman, Viera also leads and runs the meetings for the Tampa City Council. Regarding the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, Viera believes that everyone has a role in subduing the spread of the virus, and that now is the time to support the community through both continued work efforts and charity.  

COVID-19 RESPONSE: City Council Chair Luis Viera

Kate Bernstein, Staffer April 28, 2020

Representing District 7, the New and North Tampa area, Councilman and attorney Luis Viera’s role includes sharing information with and being an advocate for his constituents in a range of areas, from...

Hillsborough County Public Schools announces classes going online for remainder of school year

Going Virtual

Salena Kahassai, Staffer April 24, 2020

As Hillsborough county public schools gradually pushed back the return date for students from spring break due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis confirmed that all K-12 schools would...

At the Marriot in TIA, its staff turns on the lights in several rooms to spell out “hope.” Guest occupancy was below 20% in the past month.

Your flight is cancelled

Ari Dolgin, Staffer April 24, 2020

The Tampa Airport Marriott hotel turned on the lights in many of their rooms which ultimately spelled out “hope.” The hotel has had a low occupancy rate; less than 20% in the past four weeks, with...

Evaluating American leadership response and actions taken in a crisis

Pandemic response

Graham Hill, Editor in Chief April 24, 2020

With the coronavirus pandemic sweeping across the world, and its effects being felt strongly in America, it is worth looking at the actions of leaders at all levels of government in how they have responded...

Caught in the middle of a yawn, Ginger sticks her tongue out. When her owners are bored, they watch Ginger because she is bound to be making a silly face.

Solitude pups

Audrey Taylor, Staffer April 24, 2020

While quarantine can be lonely, our everyday savior from boredom is our pets. While any pet can bring a person joy, dogs have been especially helpful while stuck inside. Their energy and spirit keeps us...

Acknowledging we’re human in a new time and to set doable tasks.

Literally, Chill

Michelle Tutor, Managing Editor April 23, 2020

A mild ink double ended mild liner glides lazily over paper. The cursive title ‘To do’ emerges on my paper and undoubtedly on countless other planners of students, both high school and college alike....

Mourning the loss of sophomore Travis Carney, there will be a small service live streamed in his honor. Carney was hospitalized for a two days before he passed away on April 15.

He housed his smile in his eyes

Alexis Perno, Print Editor April 23, 2020

Sophomore Travis Carney passed away April 15 after being hospitalized at Tampa General Hospital April 13.   Sophomore Emma Hill described Carney as her best friend, brother and rock for the past...

Beginning an episode of the new Netflix original “Tiger King”, the show’s intro appears on the computer screen. “Tiger King” became a very popular show and has been watched by many due to Coronavirus and the quarantine.

What quaranteens are doing to keep themselves entertained

Lauren Azevedo, Staffer April 21, 2020

As we all know, the Coronavirus has spread among the world very rapidly. Upholding the title of a pandemic, it has forced countries into quarantine. This makes it so that people must stay home, work from...

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