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After living in France and working on The Strip, Chef Florent Cheveau created this restaurant so locals would have a comfortable place to try his one-of-a-kind breakfast and lunch menu items.
Rating: B+ 
Photo Credit: Hannah Paine

Savor authentic french cuisine at ‘Burgundy Bakery’

Hannah Paine
April 2, 2021
After being born and raised in France, this couple wanted to share their talent and love of cooking with the local community.
Building the bridges to a covid-free world

Building the bridges to a covid-free world

The pandemic has adversely affected our country in a myriad of ways. Here, we go beyond the stats and numbers and zoom in on how each of us were impacted.
Teen athletes can officially start training again as of April 5, 2021. Photo Credit: Kenny Orr

PRO/CON: Spring Sports Making a Comeback

Hannah Paine
March 9, 2021
The multiple benefits of sports restarting and athletes training again outweigh the few concerns.
After many businesses and employers closed last year, it has been hard for the unemployed to find available jobs. However, with COVID-19 restrictions lightning, many places have been able to provide students with jobs. “Due to the pandemic, a lot of people are looking for/need jobs, but they are not available,” recruiting counselor Kailee Dudiot said. “There is not really a way that you can prepare for things like this because we did not expect a pandemic to happen. All we can do is adapt and keep moving forward.” Photo Credit: Markus Winkler

Teens continue searching, working jobs during pandemic

Hannah Paine, Staff Writer
March 4, 2021
With the abrupt pandemic, many students job experiences were disrupted.
Infographic: American Heart Month

Infographic: American Heart Month

Hannah Paine
February 25, 2021
Learn about the seven ways to prevent heart disease.
Spark: Staying safe this Super Bowl

Spark: Staying safe this Super Bowl

Hannah Paine
February 7, 2021
Here are some CDC approved ways to plan a virtual party this Super Bowl Sunday.
LIFEHACKS: Viral TikToks

LIFEHACKS: Viral TikToks

Hannah Paine
February 4, 2021
See if these 15-second TikTok lifehacks really do work.
Sophomores are broadening their horizons by reading iconic works by Shakespeare and Marjane Satrapi, in hopes of developing literary knowledge and perspectives. “One of the benefits of literature is that it helps us to come to terms with some of these difficult topics with humanity, and shows us that there is a way forward. English 10 teacher Virginie Guillemette said. Becoming self-actualized means taking control of yourself and your destiny, and you can't do that if you are sheltered from reality,” “It also helps students to develop and exercise their sense of compassion at a crucial point in their development, before their worldviews become fixed and static.”
Graphics Credit: Hannah Paine

Sophomores in English 10 Honors begin reading influential literature

Hannah Paine and Monserrat Mendieta
February 3, 2021
Students learn the importance of unique literature as they start reading Hamlet and other plays written by Shakespeare as well as ‘Persepolis’.
When looking for classic meals with a modern twist, Munchbox offers a simple and homey environment to enjoy your favorite foods.  Rate: B+ Photo Credit: Hannah Paine

Dig into breakfast, lunch foods all day at ‘Munchbox’

Hannah Paine
January 21, 2021
Whether it’s 10 a.m. or 3 p.m., there are a variety of meal options, from breakfast sandwiches to Philly cheesesteaks at ‘Munchbox.’
PODCAST: New year, new me

PODCAST: New year, new me

Tishie Nyitray and Hannah Paine
January 13, 2021
We discuss the importance of setting reachable goals, the steps you should take towards reaching it, and how a positive mindset can help you be successful.
As sophomore Mia Sibal works on her collection project, she draws out ideas for each of her designs. Students are supposed to make a fully realized fashion collection inspired by historical fashion silhouettes and the deadly sins. “I want to prepare for this project by writing out what I'm going to do exactly with the collection like which deadly sin would go with which decade,” Sibal said. “I also want to start by sketching some of the designs I'm not sure with so the final product comes out as best as possible.”  Photo Credit: Mia Sibal

Seven Deadly Sins take over Fashion II

Hannah Paine
December 8, 2020
As their semester exam project, Fashion II students are using their knowledge of historical fashion to create a collection inspired by the seven deadly sins or heavenly virtues.
LIFEHACKS: Quick Folding Edition

LIFEHACKS: Quick Folding Edition

Hannah Paine
November 24, 2020
Make laundry day go by faster with these easy folding hacks.