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Leading the meeting, president Tiffany Tan gives necessary information to club members. Drama Club held auditions for their upcoming play projected to be held in April.
Club Preview: A Look Into The Week Of Feb. 3
Kailie Sicolo, News Editor • February 4, 2025
Drama Club prepares for their upcoming play, The Meteorology Association builds terrariums, and Estudiantes Unidos prepares for elections.
Preparing to attend their first field trip, AP Art History students express their excitement about the activity. The class will visit a replica of King Tut’s tomb and view various other art pieces. “I’ve never been to the exhibit so it’s going to be a new experience for me,” senior Taylor Palmira said. “It’ll be cool just to go out and actually see artifacts instead of just learning about them through lectures.”
AP Art History Embarks on Field Trip to King Tut’s Tomb
Kylie Dacquel, Standards and Practices Editor • January 24, 2025
To prepare for the Winterfest, the Student Council decorates posters for the different booths they will have. The event will take place on Jan. 24 for all students. “I love Winterfest,” Student Council member Selinalei Hamilton said. “I went last year, and it was such a fun time. I’m just excited to see everybody come together and see all the clubs, and I’m excited for the food.”
BSU, Student Council Plan Annual Winterfest Event
Hunter Rhee, Multimedia Editor • January 22, 2025
AN HOUR IN … CULINARY III
Kevin Zhao, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025

LAST MONTH IN SPORTS: JANUARY
LAST MONTH IN SPORTS: JANUARY
Nino Galloway, Sports Writer • February 4, 2025
'Perfect Valentine's Day' Contest
‘Perfect Valentine’s Day’ Contest
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • February 4, 2025
Immigrants come to the United States to pursue an American dream that now intentionally excludes them.
EDITORIAL: “Poisoning Our Country”
Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board • January 28, 2025
Harsh crackdowns on immigrant population proves jarring for migrant-heavy communities like Las Vegas.
In the last seconds of a 1998 regular season game, quarterback Vinny Testaverde ran to the endzone on a 4th down play. The play ended in Testaverde being inches from the goalline without crossing. However, in a strange turn of events the the play was declared a touchdown, despite the ball never crossing into the endzone.
Are NFL referees ruining the game?
Andrew Baier, Staff Writer • January 14, 2025
A sign depicting the words “deny, defend, depose,” referring to the slogan many healthcare insurance critics use in protest. This phrase mirrors the common healthcare tactic known as “delay, deny, defend,” where providers will deny claims in hopes for increased profit margins.
EDITORIAL: Viva la Revolution
Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board • January 10, 2025
“900 Days Without Anabel” allows both casual and dedicated true crime fans to experience a case they’ve likely never heard of before. 
Rating: B-
Photo Credit: Netflix © 2024
‘900 Days Without Anabel’ Feels Shorter than it Sounds
Shayna Migalang, Opinion Editor • January 8, 2025
“900 Days Without Anabel” attempts to retell your typical kidnapping through as much realism as possible.
VIB: Vegas Isn't Boring
VIB: Vegas Isn’t Boring
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • February 7, 2025
Find something fun to do this weekend.
Where Are They Now: Daniella Sayson
Where Are They Now: Daniella Sayson
Achilles Caranto, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025
"Jour de la marmotte -- Groundhog Day" by Gilles Gonthier is licensed under CC BY 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/
QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • February 3, 2025
VIB: Vegas Isn't Boring
VIB: Vegas Isn’t Boring
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • January 31, 2025
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