By: Pablo Gonzalez Spider-Man is one of the most popular superheroes in the world, and in my opinion, the best hero there is. Spider-Man was created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko in 1962, first seen in Amazing Fantasy #15. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko created Spider-Man to be a relatable hero for kids. Peter Parker was bitten by a radioactive spider during a science experiment, giving him superpowers. Uncle Ben, who was Peter’s uncle, was killed by a burglar. Peter has to deal w

By: Isabella Pena If you are visiting Tennessee or are simply looking for something new to do, a unique festival in Jonesborough may be what you are looking for. Every October, the city of Jonesborough holds a National Storytelling Festival held by the International Storytelling Center. As the name suggests, the International Storytelling Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to sharing stories from all over the world and has its headquarters stationed in Jonesborou

By: Axel Rivas We are currently climbing up to the climax of many amazing media adaptations. If you are a fan of comics or manga, you are definitely hearing the hype of 2 shows that are releasing their very anticipated stories weekly: Jujutsu Kaisen and Invincible. Both shows feature intense fights, magical powers, and very in-depth, jaw-dropping storytelling. I highly recommend getting into these shows, even if you aren’t into anime or superheroes, and a graphic content

By: Tiffany Margolis Beauty standards today are highly unrealistic and can create stress for women to conform to particular ideals. These unrealistic beauty standards are shown to people on a daily basis through magazines and social media, where people can use filters to alter their appearance, leading others to believe that’s how they actually look. They cause a lot of pressure, especially on young females, to look a certain way or to conform to how their bodies should l

By: Axel Rivas On December 15, 2025, the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) and the Environmental Council of Sacramento (ECOS) filed suit against the District of Sacramento after official approval of the Coyote Creek Project. The project goal was to build over 1,000 acres of solar panels on top of Barton Ranch, a historically natural ground containing a diversity of organisms and plant life. A great deal of landscaping would destroy 3,000 century-old oak trees, which

By Nathan Lambert Not many people openly talk about their place with God, but I feel compelled to. Too many youth are silent and willing to do anything to fit in, including putting God in the back of their minds. I don't say this as someone who thinks they are ‘perfect’; in the past, I have tried to fit in and been silent about Jesus when I needed to speak up. None of us can be perfect in the eyes of God, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't try. People who say they are Ch

By: Nathan Lambert Out of the many countries in the world, Iran is one of the leading figures in wrestling. With the recent attacks, there have been many struggles these athletes are facing, both internally and externally. On the 9th of January, Saleh Mohammadi, a 19-year-old wrestler in the country, is facing capital punishment, specifically public hanging, for being a part of the protests in the country and for the death of an officer. Many people have been prone

By: Nathan Lambert The Bible and religion, in general, have been talked about a lot in politics in Tennessee. State Rep. Gino Bulso from R-Brentwood is sponsoring a bill that will make the Bible required reading material for schools, but a student can be exempt from the work with a signature from a parent or guardian, or if the student is 18 years old. The bill does, in fact, prohibit teachers from forcing the religious aspect on students or coercing them into the beliefs

By Trinity Peralta This year, the 2026 Winter Olympics were outstanding! They took place in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. The opening ceremony was on February 6th, and the closing ceremony took place on February 22nd. This area in Italy is known for its architecture, expensive quality shopping, food, museums, and more. Among the many winter sports are biathlon, bobsled, curling, ice hockey, luge, and skiing. The most beautiful of all the competitions, in my opi

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By: Pablo Gonzalez Black History Month started with Carter G. Woodson. In 1915, the state of Illinois sponsored a celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of emancipation. Woodson, along with friends and thousands of African Americans from across the nation, attended “exhibits highlighting the progress their people had made since the destruction of slavery.” Three years before Woodson joined the other exhibitors with displaying black history. This was held at the Coliseum, t

By Isabella Pena The Pledge of Allegiance, which most of us repeat every morning, has been ingrained in our brains, but did you know that it is around 133 years old? Originally written by Francis Bellamy, a Baptist minister and Democratic-Socialist, the pledge was published with the intention for not only American students to recite, but for any person, no matter what country they were in. Since then, there have been (2) two additions. The original Pledge of Allegiance re

By: Axel Alejandro Rivas Have you stepped outside and taken a deep breath of air? It should feel nice and refreshing, something that takes the edge off, not like any other drug. What if this oxygen had to be taken away from you in an instant? What if you felt your heart beat slowing down, gradually losing the ability to breathe in, while the carbon dioxide leaves your body, turning it into a shell? In the future, one thing is promised: death. Now you should ask yourself,

By: Kenzie Gibson The blue light of someone’s smartphone causes me to hurry. Our thoughts on a screen fly fast and are often deleted as quickly as we type them. We are so swift to send one message or the other, without actually bothering our ass as to what comes out of his mouth. But then you take a seat with the blank sheet of paper and pen. There is no undo key to correct your mistakes, just the sound of your hand dragging along on paper. Sending a letter out serves as

By: Isabella Pena Many students are unfortunately desensitized to the current manner in which bathroom time is handled by schools and enforced by teachers, much like myself, when caught up in between going from class to class without being late. It is not uncommon for students not go to the bathroom at all during school hours for several reasons that may or may not be specific to that individual. But what we fail to recognize in our monotonous routines is that refusing our

By Isabella Pena A list of Christmas songs from different eras and genres to celebrate the holiday this year, happy listening and have a merry Christmas! Feliz Navidad (Jose Feliciano) All I Want for Christmas is You (Mariah Carey) Santa Baby (Lauvey) Jingle Bell Rock (Bobby Helms) Rocking Around the Christmas Tree (Brenda Lee) Run Rudolph Run (Chuck Berry) Last Christmas (Wham!) It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas (Johnny Matis) You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch (Tyler t

By Isabella Pena This is a recipe I’m writing for Thanksgiving in honor of my family’s home country, Cuba. This is a time greater than ever to especially remember the massive numbers of native peoples who have been nearly or entirely wiped out when the Americas were “discovered”, and why I make a point to embrace my heritage now more than ever. The recipe will be in only English, translated from a book passed down from my bisabuela (great grandmother) when she came from Cuba

Brettley Witte Veterans Day is a holiday to celebrate the veterans who served in the military. Veterans Day is different from Memorial Day in May. Veterans Day was created to remember the ending of WWI on November 11, 1918, at 11 AM (11/11/1918). The war ended on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. Veterans Day is a day for celebrating the service of all who have worn the uniform, not just those who died in combat. It is largely intended to thank living veter

By Isabella Pena Armistice Day began after World War I ended in memory of everyone who died while serving during the war. After the deadliest war in history, World War II, Armistice Day was renamed to Veterans Day. Last Tuesday, it was celebrated on November 11th, the same day the First World War ended. Proclaimed by President Woodrow Wilson in 1919, honoring military personnel and veterans, Armistice Day was made to remember the armistice that ended World War I on Novemb

By Nathan Lambert Celeste Hernandez, a young girl from California, who went missing in April of 2024, was found in "D4vd's” the singer songwriter's car on September 8, 2025. With that, there is a lot we need to know beforehand here. First, she had many problems at home. Her ex-boyfriend and neighbors have stated multiple times that she had a troubled relationship with her mother. She had a number of times where she had run away from home, 11 times in the year leading up