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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

2,977 American Flags are put on display at the front entrance of Plant High School. To honor all the lives lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks, students and faculty at the school gather annually to set up the display.

Plant High School Honors 22nd Anniversary of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks

Sydney Appleton, Online Editor In Chief September 13, 2023

On Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist groups hijacked commercial flights and crashed them into various buildings across the United States, killing thousands and impacting all Americans. This week marks the 22nd...

There are many things to look forward to in the fall, like going to a pumpkin patch, sipping warm drinks by a fire and more. Going to fall festivals is another thing you can look forward to this fall. Check out some more fall traditions you can try in this article.

Fall Traditions

Sienna Harrison, Staffer September 12, 2023

                                                                        Fall Traditions   Apple picking, playing in piles of...

Hurricane Idalia left Bayshore Blvd. in Tampa, Fla. flooded. Although this appears tragic, it could have been worse. The category 3 storm, which was initially expected to make landfall slightly north of Tampa, shifted quickly and made landfall in the Big Bend area of Fla. This has left the Tampa community feeling lucky as Idalia is one of many named storms that has shifted away from the city slightly before landfall.

Tampa Students Count Their Blessings After Hurricane Idalia Shifts

Sydney Appleton, Online Editor In Chief September 1, 2023

On Aug. 30, Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend area of Fla., completely challenging original storm paths projected by meteorologists. The category 3 storm was predicted to make landfall slightly...

Unfortunately, storm season is back, and it isn’t here to mess around. So far this year, Fla. has just had rain in the afternoons, but that isn’t the case for other states, so we must be ready in case of a storm heading this way. Some storms come too fast to prepare, so it’s best to be prepared beforehand.

A Complete Guide to Storm Season for 2023

Sienna Harrison, Staffer August 29, 2023

Hurricane season is back, whether you're ready or not. The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season began in Sept. 2022. First, Hurricane Ian devastated Fort Myers and flooded Central Fla. Then, when the season...

As Tropical Storm Idalia is approaching rapidly, everyone must prepare for the storm. Scroll to learn more details about the storm and how to prepare.

Everything You Need To Know About Tropical Strom Idalia

Stella Griggs, Staffer August 28, 2023

With Tropical Storm Idalia (currently projected to be a hurricane) approaching, people are preparing their homes and families for an evacuation if necessary. It was announced on Monday, Aug. 28 that school...

Exam Prep

Exam Prep

Sienna Harrison, Staffer May 10, 2023

Prepping for your exams plays a significant role in your exam results. Many students spend too much time studying and stress themselves out. Sometimes you need a break from studying so that your brain...

On April 3, 2023, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing Florida residents to carry concealed weapons without a permit or training. The new law is set to take effect on July 1, making Florida the 26th state to allow residents to carry firearms without a permit.

Ron DeSantis No Permit Firearm Legislation

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer May 10, 2023

On April 3, 2023, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing Florida residents to carry concealed weapons without a permit or training. The new law is set to take effect on July 1, making Florida...

Exams for Advanced Placement courses are approaching. Continue reading to learn more.

AP Exams are Coming Up

Sydney Appleton, News Editor April 28, 2023

As the end of the school year approaches, exams are upon us. Specifically, Advanced Placement exams. Beginning May 1, schools all over the globe will administer AP exams for the advanced courses. All these...

The City of Tampa has become “TAYmpa” as Taylor Swift is set to perform three consecutive shows at Raymond James Stadium this weekend. Scroll to learn more about the shows and what to expect from the star.

Tampa has Become “TAYmpa”

Sydney Appleton, News Editor April 17, 2023

The City of Tampa is becoming “TAYmpa” as Taylor Swift is set to arrive soon for her upcoming shows at Raymond James Stadium. Starting on Thursday, April 13, Swift will perform for three nights in...

This graph showcases how the stock price of SVB, or Silicon Vally bank soared from 2021 – 2022 going from a modest 300$ to an all time high of 750$ all within a year. On the other hand, more shocking than their sudden success was their rapid decline, occurring in a short span of 16 months.

Silicon Valley Bank Closing

Daniel Beccue, Staffer April 10, 2023

On Friday, March 10th, Silicon Valley Bank, a lender to some of the biggest names in the technology world, became the largest bank to fail since the 2008 financial crisis. By Sunday night, regulators had...

A new bill could allow Floridians to carry concealed weapons without a permit. Scroll to learn more details.

State of Fla. to Ease Firearm Restrictions

Sydney Appleton, News Editor April 10, 2023

For decades, states across the nation have been changing gun laws, or advocating for a certain viewpoint pertaining to gun rights. Some states would like there to be strict gun laws in place, whereas other...

The Willow Project is a project in Northern Alaska by ConocoPhillips, a company that has been surrounded by controversy for continued oil drilling, exploitation of nature, and posing risks to indigenous communities globally.

What is Willow?

Sophia Gray, Online Editor-In-Chief April 3, 2023

The willow project in the arctic has just recently been approved by the us government. It is massive and decades long oil drilling venture on Alaska’s North Slope in the National Petroleum Reserve, which...

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