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For the past two years, it has been normal for students to go out in public with some sort of facial covering for their health and safety. Nevada’s mask mandate was lifted at the beginning of this year, so sophomore Madison Davis stopped wearing her mask in public. “I hope that things will be able to go back to how they were pre-pandemic,” Davis said. “I think that we have come a long way from where we first started, but hopefully things will get better.”

A New Mask-Free Era

Crystalyn Estabillo
March 24, 2022
When will students start to feel comfortable going out without their facial coverings on?
Lifehacks: Kitchen Edition

Lifehacks: Kitchen Edition

Ava Julian
March 24, 2022
The following life hacks will help improve your knowledge of kitchen skills that will overall make your life easier.
Newly opened Clove Indian Cuisine and Bar provides a truly unforgettable dining experience with friendly staff and a delicious variety of dishes.
Rating: A
Photo courtesy of Lily Gurdison

Enjoy Everything From Curries to Kebabs at ‘Clove’

Lily Gurdison
March 23, 2022
“Clove Indian Cuisine and Bar” brings a modern twist of Indian culture to Las Vegas.
The U.S. is facing another economic disaster due to a multitude of factors including the war in Ukraine. But how can President Biden solve the potentially catastrophic issue and what does this mean for the future of green energy? Photo Credit: Ahmed Ahmed

EDITORIAL: Getting out of this energy crisis requires an all-hands on deck approach

Southwest Shadow
March 22, 2022

The Russian invasion in Ukraine is fundamentally changing the world. Gas prices across the nation are skyrocketing due to the global and horrific war in Eastern Europe, war-torn pipelines, and economic...

Trump's GOP critics are not your friends

Trump’s GOP critics are not your friends

Ahmed Ahmed
March 21, 2022
If you think Trump is the only threat to the republic, I have some real estate in Birmingham to sell you.
QUIZ: Do you know what happened last week?

QUIZ: Do you know what happened last week?

Juliana Borruso
March 21, 2022
Find out what you might have missed last week.
Concerts you don't want to miss

Concerts you don’t want to miss

Kalista Palarca
March 20, 2022
You might have heard about upcoming concerts such as Katy Perry or the kpop group BTS, but here are some other concerts to look forward to that you haven’t heard about yet.
After months of research and flavor development, this creamery has spared no expense when it comes to providing their customers with the highest quality desert.Rating: A Photo Credit: Hannah Paine

Experience a satisfying spoonful at ‘Sorry, Not Sorry Creamery’

Hannah Paine
March 19, 2022
‘Sorry, Not Sorry Creamery’ has crafted unique flavors that should leave every ice cream enthusiast pleased.
SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Kylie Chavez

SOUTHWEST SHADOW ASKS: Kylie Chavez

Gurleen Swaich
March 18, 2022
Find out some fun facts about senior Kylie Chavez.
PODCAST: The World's Response To Russia

PODCAST: The World’s Response To Russia

The world's response to Russia with sanctions and other restrictions can be viewed as too much or not enough. In this episode, we discuss that topic.
SPARK: FIVE FACTS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT ST. PATRICK'S DAY

SPARK: FIVE FACTS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT ST. PATRICK’S DAY

Naila Yazdani
March 17, 2022
Five fun facts you may have not known about St. Patrick's Day.
Campus safety focus of recent CCSD school board meeting

Campus safety focus of recent CCSD school board meeting

Ayma Malik
March 16, 2022
The meeting was centered around violence and student discipline.