‘Mary Poppins Returns’ brings the return of Disney remakes with magic, light-hearted adventure
Emeline Heimos, Reporter
January 6, 2019
Filed under Entertainment
Leading with an exciting cast and beautiful music score, "Mary Poppins Returns" was one of the most highly anticipated movies of 2018. While it received positive feedback from critics and numerous nominations, fans are wary of the plotline and its commitment to the original film. In this sequel, Micha...
Tips and tricks to beat procrastination
Samantha Montgomery, Web Editor
December 27, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase
Procrastination. This is a word very well-known to all students, especially around exam season. Sometimes it can even overtake a student’s entire outlook on school. However, I’m here with some homemade tips and tricks on how to avoid procrastination. If you ever notice that your assignments are...
Spirit week at WHS
Paige Ritson, Reporter
December 20, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Multimedia, Showcase
Spirit week is known to definitely get Washington High School students pumped up for the upcoming game and seeing as this is my last high school spirit week ever, I wanted to capture some photos of the students and faculty getting excited for winter break. Monday started off with Pajama day, and whethe...
Commanding History
George Smith, Reporter
November 25, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Well, this review is late to the party. On June 6, 2016, Paradox Interactive released their newest game "Hearts of Iron IV." And I have to say that this is one of the most fun games I have ever played. If you're a big RTS (Real Time Strategy) fan or WWII fan such as myself, you will enjoy this gam...
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ will rock you right out of your movie seat
Paige Ritson, Reporter
November 23, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
With only 62 percent on Rotten Tomatoes and an 8.4 out of 10 on IMDb, the drama biography “Bohemian Rhapsody” scored high in my personal opinion. Farrokh Bulsara, also known as Freddie Mercury, was played by actor Rami Malek who did a stunning job in representing Freddie for who he was and who ...
‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Crimes of Grindelwald’ stuns audiences with puzzling plotlines, spectacular special effects
Elizabeth Busch, Features Editor
November 22, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Since the release of the highly anticipated sequel of “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” fans have continued to flock to theaters, hoping to experience yet another magical adventure into the world of Harry Potter. Unfortunately, while the movie’s visual effects soared, its plot was scattered...
New Grinch movie shows great detail in its titular character
Jake Hillermann, Head Reporter
November 11, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
With Dr. Seuss’ "The Grinch," I was a little worried about the new content restrictions ruining a movie line I loved ever since first seeing the 2000 live-action and 1966 cartoon as a child being completely re-made in Dr. Seuss’ children's book world through animation. However, I let nostalgia get th...
Shane Dawson creates controversy with ‘The Mind of Jake Paul’
Katelyn Garrett, Entertainment Editor
November 5, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Shane Dawson is one person that has a pretty moving and touching docuseries on YouTube. Yet this past month, this docuseries has been different. From fans slamming him on social media, stating how they weren’t promoting the series to other YouTubers saying how he shouldn’t give any more fa...
Washington, Missouri isn’t so boring after all
Samantha Montgomery, Web Editor
October 25, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Washington, Mo. is a small town that sits on the Missouri River, otherwise known as the jewel of Franklin County. You may be wondering, “Well if the town is so small, what is there to do?” There’s actually more hidden under the surface than you might think. The town is missing things that its neighbor...
‘Scythe’ ensnares its audience
Elizabeth Busch, Features Editor
September 30, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
In his young adult science fiction novel “Scythe,” Neal Shusterman enthralls readers with a tale of two young teenagers living on an Earth where natural death by age has ceased to exist. To prevent the overpopulation of the planet, individuals called scythes are required to execute humans, and...
‘To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before’ is just another cliche love story
Katelyn Garrett, Entertainment Editor
September 30, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
The hottest movie of the summer. Very positive reviews from teenagers all over the internet. Starring the newly popular teen “heartthrob” Noah Centineo. Yes, we’re talking about the insanely popular Netflix original movie "To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before." Sit back, get some popcorn and enj...
Taylor Swift continues Reputation Stadium Tour
Madilynn Kipp, Editor-in-Chief
September 30, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
“Are you ready for it,” Taylor sang as she walked on stage. And the answer was no. We weren’t ready for the night that was just getting started… Taylor Swift won our hearts, yet again, at the Taylor Swift Reputation Stadium Tour Tuesday, Sept. 18. From her new songs, her props, her outfit chan...
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