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

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

PHS News
Check out some events happening in November in this article. It may not seem like it, but many other events are happening in November besides Thanksgiving. Get into that Thanksgiving spirit by donating food to families in need.

November Festivities

Sienna Harrison, Staffer • November 8, 2023

Tampa Bay Times Turkey Trot- This is an annual Thanksgiving Day race that takes place in Downtown Tampa. The event includes a 5k, 10k, and 1-mile Gobbler Trot for kids. Participants are encouraged to dress...

Matthew Perry was a Canadian- American actor that starred in the hit TV show "Friends". Perry was not only a public figure who openly discussed his life battles but also used his experiences to raise awareness.

Matthew Perry Tribute

Vera Agne, Staffer • November 7, 2023

Matthew Perry, an actor best known for his performance in “Friends” as Chandler Bing, has unfortunately passed on Saturday, October 28. Up until his death at age 54, Perry has starred and co-starred...

There are many theories behind the history of Halloween. Some of these theories can be read in this article, along with the history of Halloween traditions. Don’t let the spooky history stop you from trick or treating this year.

History of Halloween

Sienna Harrison, Staffer • October 31, 2023

The Halloween holiday has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, a pagan religious celebration to welcome the harvest at the end of summer, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes...

Plant Anchor Club poses for a picture after decorating car trunks. The service members will hand out candy to kids later in the evening.

Trunk or Treat: Anchor Club Helps with Halloween Fun

Stella Griggs, Staffer • October 30, 2023

 Volunteering is only for some, but the girls in Anchor Club love to participate in the Tampa Bay community. On Sunday, Oct. 22, from five to seven p.m., Plant's Anchor Service Club participated in First...

Next week, cooler temperatures will start to appear. The rain this week will bring cooler gusts of wind. Monday morning temperatures will be in the low 60’s and mid 50’s throughout the week.

Cold Front is Coming to Florida

Sienna Harrison, Staffer • October 17, 2023

A cold front is arriving soon, bringing fall-like temperatures to Florida. Many areas are expected to begin on Sunday morning with temperatures in the upper 50s and lower 60s. The coolest air settles on...

Plant TV Production Films Senior Video

Plant TV Production Films Senior Video

Lucas Howes, Photo Editor • October 12, 2023

On the morning of Oct. 10, you may have seen a DMC Delorean (as seen in Back to the Future) in front of the gym. This car is not your normal Delorean. This is an EV conversion done by the company Ampere...

More teenagers in the recent years have become involved in the workplace. Studies have shown that this is crucial for adolescent growth and adopting future values; however, it's also shown that it can also affect a students education and performance.

Teenagers in the Workplace

Vera Agne, Staffer • October 4, 2023

The transition from childhood to adulthood is crucial in every human's life, for it marks the beginning of new responsibilities and motivations. Around the age of twelve, many adolescents begin working...

Fall festivals are a great way to get into the fall spirit. There are many fall festivals around Tampa for all ages. Fall festivals provide entertainment, fall treats, and fall games.

Fall Festivals In Tampa

Sienna Harrison, Staffer • September 22, 2023

Tampa may not look like fall at this time of the year, but there are still ways to get in the fall spirit. Going to fall festivals can get you in the fall spirit. Here are some fall festivals happening...

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...

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