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'Celebrating Milestones' Contest

‘Celebrating Milestones’ Contest

Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor
January 8, 2025
Tell us what milestone you envision yourself accomplishing this year for a chance to win.
“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.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 takes flight with breathtaking visuals, immersive gameplay, and a bold mix of realism and adventure, redefining the sky-high experience for aviation enthusiasts. Rating: B- Photo Credit: © 2024 Xbox

‘Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024’ A Soaring Experience Worth the Ride

Chase Paine, Shadow Files Reporter
January 7, 2025
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 takes flight with breathtaking visuals, immersive gameplay, and a bold mix of realism and adventure, redefining the sky-high experience for aviation enthusiasts.

Springs Preserve: Las Vegas’ Roots

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
January 6, 2025

HOSA Prepares for State Leadership Conference

Rylee Del Moral, Shadow Files Reporter
January 6, 2025
Learn about how HOSA is preparing for their upcoming competitions.
Strong-willed individuals from different lines of work are joining the Trump administration.

A new era begins with Trump’s Cabinet picks

Hayden Hunt, Staff Writer
January 6, 2025
Trump makes some controversial choices when nominating people for his cabinet

PODCAST: All Things Christmas

Mason Rafferty, Staff Writer
December 19, 2024
Christmas break is coming soon. Listen to how Southwest Shadow staff is celebrating all things Christmas.
LifeHacks: Christmas Decor Edition

LifeHacks: Christmas Decor Edition

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor
December 17, 2024
Learn how to craft Christmas classics with these three DIY hacks.
By lobbying Congress and supporting political campaigns that favor empowering corporate entities, companies have become almost immune to regulation. Photo Credit: © 2024 Wikimedia & Picryl

Corporations have Captured the Government

Philipos Alebachew, Editor in Chief
December 17, 2024
The amount of money circulating in politics is at an all time high, creating an environment where the rights of companies are being placed above the rights of people.
During his training, sophomore Carter Sims spends the afternoon reviewing game strategies and focusing on his mental preparedness. “A hockey game is about two things: your mental game, and your knowledge,” Sims said. “Those are the two most important things in this game.”

Speeding Through The Ice: Meet Carter Sims

Isabella Sandoval, Staff Writer
December 17, 2024
The icy floor feels like home to Carter Sims.
A quaint ensemble comprising pieces from Balenciaga’s “Destroyed” fashion campaign. Despite its ran-through and tattered appearance, the total cost of the outfit comes out to a staggering $6,340.

The Problem with Pretend Poverty

Adrienne Vera-Perez, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
December 16, 2024
Being rich is out. Today, the impoverished aesthetic is what every person wants to emulate.
WHERE ARE THEY NOW: JAIRYL LOPEZ

WHERE ARE THEY NOW: JAIRYL LOPEZ

Jon Escala, Staff Writer
December 16, 2024
Here's a look at 2017 graduate Jairyl Lopez's life after highschool.
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