By Isabella Pena    A “sneckdown” is a term sometimes used in infrastructure, civil engineering, and other similar areas like urban planning. It’s a combination of the terms “neckdown” and snow, also thought to have different origins in Irish culture, like the Gaelic word for snow (sneachta).     The basic explanation of what a sneckdown is: “a buildup of snow on a road that has not been flattened and cleared by traffic, particularly at an intersection.” (Wikipedia). The reas

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: Pablo Gonzalez Snowstorms can be very dangerous and unpredictable. That’s why it’s always a good idea to be prepared for one just in case. How will you know if you are having a snowstorm? If you see or hear: Blizzard WARNING, Winter Storm WARNING, WIND CHILL Temperature, Winter Storm OUTLOOK, Winter Storm Watch, and Winter Weather ADVISORY. You should get the things you will need. The emergency supplies you should get are: Food, Medicine, a to-go kit, a home kit, phon

By: Nathan Lambert With us reaching the peak of the cold season, there is going to be a massive winter storm coming to East Tennessee, and we need to prepare for it. The amount of snow supposedly supposed to fall is 3 inches, mainly over Interstate 40. With that, the closer you get to the Kentucky line, the worse the snow is meant to be. The snowfall is supposed to hit us from   Saturday morning to Sunday evening.  In this amount of snow, you will need to be careful o

By: Tiffany Margolis You can keep yourself and your animals safe and warm from the upcoming snowstorm by doing some stuff before it starts. But in such cases, you should make sure to keep up with the most recent updates on your weather app so you’ll know if anything starts to change. For yourself, there are a few things you can do to prepare and keep yourself the same, such as:  Go to the grocery store and stock up on foods but make sure they aren’t perishables because yo

By: Amanda Whitsell    Here in Knoxville, Tennessee, we are expecting to get one of the heaviest snows since 1993. A lot of people are excited for winter activities, but it's important to be prepared for the snow. It’s important to have at least 3 days' worth of non-perishable food and a gallon of water per person. If you heat your house with propane, it is important to have it all restocked and is a reliable way to get more, for the first day or so it should not be necessary

By: Gage Snyder which is that their cars do not have the things they need to help them in a snowstorm. Cold weather will drain your car's batteries faster, so it is very important that you have jumper cables or a portable jump starter with you at all times, not just in winter. The next thing you need to have is tools that you can use if something breaks. An example is tools to change your tires and jackstands to get your car up. Having duct tape is also very important and

By: Amber Stevens Power outages can last a while when they happen, so it’s a good idea to make sure that you have the necessities that you need so here’s 15 things you may need whenever a power outage occurs. First, Bob Vila says to stock up on batteries. Having backup batteries is good in case you need a flashlight or a radio. Second, check your flashlight. According to Jennifer Noonan, “Pitch the flashlights that don’t work, and make sure the working ones have new batte

By: Isabella Pena    When a large storm is approaching during any season, but especially during winter, it is essential to prepare any necessary supplies for your household to ensure everyone stays safe. Not many storms often force people to go without power, food, gas, or water, but you are better off being prepared for the worst than being unprepared during it. To be best prepared for inclement weather, it is best to have separate preparations for your car and house. In the

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: Nathan Lambert  The old viewpoint on health in America has changed with the Trump administration. The new Secretary of the Health and Human Services is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He's leading the charge to get rid of prior beliefs on saturated fats and meats in the old food pyramid model. The New Pyramid Sets the standards on protein, healthy fats, fruits, and veggies. Focus on where you get your fats and carbs from. The Old Pyramid  The base of diets should be carbs.   Li

By: Pablo Gonzalez Coral reefs are so beautiful. The sad thing about coral is that it is dying fast. I’m talking about coral bleaching. What is coral bleaching ? Coral bleaching, according to oceanservice.noaa.gov , is “When water is too warm, corals will expel the algae (zooxanthellae) living in their tissues, causing the coral to turn completely white.” The water temperature is increasing because of the greenhouse gases, which cause the ocean to increase in temperature.

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: Gage Snyder NIL, which stands for Name, Image, and Likeness, allows for college athletes to begin getting paid for the first time ever. Beginning in July 2021, college athletes could start getting earnings for endorsements and other deals. However, the big settlement by the NCAA was in July of 2025, allowing universities to pay athletes directly. Many schools have used this to their advantage by recruiting players by paying them to commit to and play for their school.

By: Amber Stevens    Americans spend their money on things that aren’t necessary. According to GreenSprout.com , there are seven unnecessary things people spend their money on. The first being auto insurance. The average American family overspends at least $416 a year on their auto insurance. Find a trusted site to help you see how much more you’re paying for insurance than you should be. Second, when shopping online, Americans often overpay. When shopping online, we don’t re

By: Tiffany Margolis There are as many ways to figure out what facial shape you have as there are different facial shapes. Knowing your facial shape can help you know how to do your makeup correctly, what haircuts suit you the best, and what glasses will be perfect for your face. These can help your overall appearance a lot by just knowing one simple thing about yourself, since you have to see your face daily. Some ways to figure out what facial shape you have are: Solution 1

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 Aubrey LaManna Ingredients 6 cups plain flour 3 teaspoons salt 4 tablespoons sugar 4 tablespoons shortening ( Crisco ) 1 package yeast Mix yeast and warm water; set aside. Mix flour, salt , and sugar together; add shortening and mix well with hands. Add water and yeast; knead until elastic in texture. Let rise in a warm place for an hour until double in size. Punch down. Make rolls; let rise again for another hour. Bake in a 400-degree oven until golden brown. Makes 24

By: Jaymeson Clark Deviled Eggs the top appetizer many people look forward to at  get togethers. Deviled eggs are a classing easy to make and they are also not time consuming to make. Have you ever been through the struggle bus of trying to ace your deviled eggs, or are you looking for a recipe that will blow your guests mind from the mouth watering flavors? Well you are at the right place here is the best mouth watering deviled egg recipe you could ever lay your hands on

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