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PHS News

This graphic shows the percentage of people that read books and those that don't. It's crazy that many people don't read, not even online. People who don't like reading would probably have to read a book at school either way. Reading is proven to make people smarter, so reading is beneficial even if it's online and not an actual book.

How Many People Still Read Books?

Sienna Harrison, Staffer March 7, 2023

Over the COVID-19 pandemic, many libraries were closed and forced to move online. Many people prefer to read from an actual book rather than online. It is hard to tell if a library has just closed or moved...

In response to College Boards new Advanced Placement course, African American History Governor Ron DeSantis has set to find a College Board alternative. This cuts off Florida students' access to AP courses and the SAT.

Ron DeSantis Replacing College Board

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer March 7, 2023

In response to College Board’s new AP African American History course, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has set out to find a College Board alternative. Stating that College Board is simply “Providing a service,”...

The issue of the coronavirus has been prevalent in our society for almost three years now. Scroll to learn more about the most recent information about how the pandemic started.

The Latest on the Origins of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Sydney Appleton, News Editor March 3, 2023

The three-year anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic is quickly approaching and new data continues to surface pertaining to how the issue began. Various rumors, hoaxes, and false claims have...

This bar chart survey shows how much each social media platform U.S adults use for news. According to the survey, adults use Facebook the most for news and twitch the least. Every platform is used the same or more than last year and continues to increase. Pew Research Center conducted this survey.

How has Social Media Changed the Way we Consume News?

Sienna Harrison, Staffer February 24, 2023

Now people get their news information online, specifically from social media. Social media has become the primary news source online; with more than 2.4 billion internet users, nearly 64.5 percent receive...

Join the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic. This Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 25-26, 2023.

Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 

Kennedy Gilbert, Culture Editor February 24, 2023

The Distance Classic was established in 1978 with the intention of fundraising for all different types of nonprofit organizations located in Tampa Bay. Publix, the City of Tampa, and the C.E. Mendez...

According to Feeding America, 42 million people, including 13 million children, are at risk of food insecurity. To help those hunger pains, Cura leaf, a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis, has re-launched its Feed the Block program through its corporate social responsibility platform, Rooted in Good. Feed The Block is a multi-state fundraising initiative in which proceeds will benefit 24 locally run food banks, homeless shelters, and nonprofits working to address the needs of those facing food insecurity in communities across America.

Service Hour Opportunities

Sienna Harrison, Staffer February 12, 2023

Need help finding hours to put on your resume or for bright futures? Here are some things you can do to earn those hours; whether it’s helping animals, cleaning gardens, or making crafts is up to you.   Animal-...

On Jan. 19, 2023, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis rejected a new Advanced Placement course offered by College Board. The course would allow students to study African American History in depth.

Ron DeSantis Rejected an AP African American History Course

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer February 12, 2023

On Jan. 19, 2023, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis rejected a new Advanced Placement course offered by College Board. The course was set to cover over 400 years of African American History, touching on topics...

The 2023 Grammy Awards took place on Feb. 5 in Los Angeles, CA. Scroll to learn more about what happened at this years award ceremony.

2023 Grammy’s Recap

Sydney Appleton, News Editor February 8, 2023

On Feb. 5, the 65th Grammy Awards took place in Los Angeles CA to celebrate and honor another year of successful musicians and their work. Each year, thousands of musical artists as well as fans and other...

Valentines Day is right around the corner. Continue reading for potential gift ideas that you could give to your loved ones to display your appreciation for them.

Valentines Day Gift Guide

Sydney Appleton, News Editor January 27, 2023

Valentine's day is right around the corner. The holiday is the perfect opportunity to share your love and appreciation for the people in your life, but it doesn’t just have to be for a significant other....

As an American we were raised on the idea that it does not matter where you come from, anyone can rise to greatness. But in today's economy, inflation is pricing out the lower-class making home ownership more unaffordable too the average man. Interested? read more to read how and why this is happening.

Housing Crisis in America

Daniel Beccue, Staffer January 27, 2023

America was built on the idea that everyone is equal in opportunity, from the ordinary worker to the rich. However, in today's America, that might not be the case. For starters, owning your own home is...

The legend of Gaspar started circulating in the early-1900s south of Tampa, in the Charlotte Harbor area. George Hardee, a customs agent for Florida who traveled between Charlotte Harbor and Tampa, played a role in bringing the story to the bay area. “He happened to be talking to a woman at the Tampa Tribune called Louise Frances dodge, and she was talking to him about how the May Day Parade needed some livening up,” said Kite-Powell. “He said, ‘Well, you know, I’ve heard about this legend of this pirate. What if you got some prominent young men in Tampa to dress up as pirates and invade the parade? She thought that was a great idea.” So, in 1904, the young men invaded the May Day Parade on horseback and disappeared.

History of Gasparilla

Sienna Harrison, Staffer January 27, 2023

The history of Gasparilla starts with the name. The name Gasparilla was born from Joe Gaspar, a pirate who terrorized the coastal waters of West Florida during the late 18th and early 19th century. Fond...

Jan.8 2023 hundreds were arrested in Brazil for trespassing on government property. Far-right supporters of Jair Bolsonaro stormed Brazil's congress, supreme court, and presidential offices over the inauguration of new president Luiz Inácio Lula.

Brazil Protests

Haley Ruttle, Staffer January 26, 2023

Jan. 8, 2023, supporters of the far-right former president of Brazil stormed the three government buildings to overthrow the government after Luiz Inácio Lula won the presidential election. Brazil's...

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