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©2024 Severance Rock / Big Loud Records “Until The Tunnel Vision Melts” has some standout tracks, but inconsistent vocals combined with incompatible instrumentation leaves a bit to be desired. Grade: B-

‘Until the Tunnel Vision Melts Has Anything But Tunnel Vision

Ava Torres, Feature’s Editor
April 15, 2025
Indie Rock band “Dog Park” releases Rock EP that stretches to every end of the genre.
A small shop with a big reputation, serving up golden, hand-cut fries that keep customers coming back for more.

Explore the Sweet Home of Fries, ‘Golden French Fries’

Isabella Sandoval, Staff Writer
April 14, 2025
Come visit ‘Golden French Fries’ for freshly fried goodness.
"Toronto Ontario - Canada - Allan Gardens Conservatory - Toronto Tropical Garden - Heritage - Exotic Lily" by Onasill - Bill Badzo - OFF- VACATION is marked with Public Domain Mark 1.0. To view a copy of this license, visit: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?

Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor
April 14, 2025
Find out what you might have missed last week.
Where Are They Now: Grace Petrykowski

Where Are They Now: Grace Petrykowski

Kylie Dacquel, Standards and Practices Editor
April 11, 2025
Here's a look at 2016 graduate Grace Petrykowski's life after high school.
With his band The Red Pills, sophomore Aldrich Razon performs at last year’s Coyote Coachella. At the time, the band consisted mostly of seniors. “The Red Pills are currently down to three members currently in Southwest,” Razon said. “But we have talked about performing, so it’s highly likely that we’ll be performing. We’re going to be having a meeting tomorrow to discuss what songs we’re going to perform and practice those songs.”

Annual Coyote Coachella To Return

Rheyland Simon, Staff Writer
April 9, 2025
Coyote Coachella is coming to our school again on April 10 from 2 to 4 p.m., with students in our school showing their hidden musical talents.
Posing with her Hello Kitty collection, sophomore Joyce Harveston shows off her newest addition. Her collection has grown throughout the past decade and houses well over 300 trinkets. “I just spent a lot of Holiday money on the Care Bear Hello Kitties,” Harveston said. “Care Bears and Hello Kitty did a collaboration, and they are like $200 online.”

Hello Kitty Lover: Meet Joyce Harveston

Natalia Klonowski, Staff Writer
April 9, 2025
Harveston explains her passion for Hello Kitty Collectibles.
Jhone Ebert has officially been elected by the CCSD Board of Trustees. Ebert has been a prominent figure in CCSD for over 30 years, and is now serving as the first official female superintendent. Photo Credit: CCSD Newsroom

CCSD Elects Jhone Ebert as New Superintendent

Mason Rafferty, Staff Writer
April 8, 2025
Read on the new superintendent elect, and her visions and plans for the future of CCSD.
Participating in The Meteorology Association’s meeting activity, junior Joy Ryan scoops up dry ice bubbles. This week, the club will be debunking weather misconceptions and myths.

Club Preview: A look into the week of Apr. 7

Kylie Dacquel, Standards and Practices Editor
April 8, 2025
FCCLA recaps their State Leadership Conference, TSA hosts their final meeting, The Meteorology Association debunks weather misconceptions and myths, and Amnesty International Club prepares to sell items at Coyote Coachella.
After 5 years of serialization, Yuto Suzuki’s hit manga has been adapted into a full-length anime releasing episodes weekly. Rating: B+ Photo Credit: Shuiesha Inc.

Turn Your Brain Off, Laugh at ‘Sakamoto Days’

Philipos Alebachew, Editor in Chief
April 7, 2025
TMS Entertainment’s adaptation keeps the heart of the manga intact without sacrificing the humor.

A Night of Unity: We the People’s First Dinner

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
April 4, 2025
Culinary and We the People work together to hold an incredible event
'Favorite Movie' Contest

‘Favorite Movie’ Contest

Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor
April 4, 2025
Tell us your favorite movie for a chance to win.
LAST MONTH IN SPORTS: MARCH

LAST MONTH IN SPORTS: MARCH

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
April 4, 2025
The last month in sports has been action-packed in every sense of the word, so let’s take a look back.
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