Freshman wins piano competition

Published on 26 May 2010 by Brianna Leyden in News

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Freshman Makela Hayford wins the Young Artist Showcase and the opportunity to play with the Heritage Philharmonic Orchestra.

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This reviewer gives two thumbs up to the latest (and surprisingly successful) attempt at an animated 3D movie, “How to Train Your Dragon.”

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Bullied to death

Published on 12 April 2010 by Brianna Leyden in Opinion

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Bullied to death

Everyone knows about it. It’s been occurring since the first time a caveman was able to use grunts to tell another that he was ugly or stupid and that nobody liked him. Now bullying victims…

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Pushy parenting happens everywhere

Published on 02 April 2010 by Brianna Leyden in Opinion

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Pushy parenting happens everywhere

I admit—I’ve failed tests. I’ve turned in late assignments. I’ve made mistakes. But what I haven’t done is have my parents rush to my teachers as soon as they receive the weekly grade update.

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Worth the risk? [Poll]

Published on 12 March 2010 by Brianna Leyden in Features, News

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Worth the risk? [Poll]

Sophomore Kaitlin Eubanks lies in a tanning bed for the first time nervously. A salon worker sets the timer for the bed and leaves the room. As Eubanks relaxes under the bright illumination of UV lights…

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Review: Alice in Wonderland

Published on 10 March 2010 by Brianna Leyden in News, Reviews, Scene

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When I used to think of “Alice in Wonderland,” I thought of a darling blonde girl in a quaint blue dress, a funny rabbit with a pocket watch, and maybe the Queen of Hearts knocking around a few balls with a flamingo. With…

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Choir and orchestra join for concert

The Great Works concert, after a two-year hiatus because of construction, was held Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Community Covenant Church. This particular concert is known for its use of two ensembles from the NW music department.

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Review: Lost

Published on 26 February 2010 by Brianna Leyden in Reviews, Scene

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Review: Lost

What ever happened to Claire? What has Sayid become infected with? Who is possessing John Locke? And the number one question on many minds: will the “Lost” survivors ever…

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New year; same resolution

Published on 29 January 2010 by Brianna Leyden in Opinion

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New year; same resolution

A friend told me that her New Year’s resolution this year was to lose 10 pounds. Considering that within a week I caught her eating a bag of marshmallows, I wish her good luck. Really.

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Six acts rock Jamnesty for charity

Various Northwest clubs such as the Gay-Straight Alliance, National Art Honors Society, and Coalition set up tables in the mall to raise awareness and donations for their causes. Amnesty International had multiple displays talking about the work they help with, ranging from women’s rights…

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