‘Rise’ receives a round of applause
Willa Reust, Reporter
May 1, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
When flipping through channels looking for a new TV drama, check out NBC’s new show, “Rise.” Featuring popular faces such as Auli’i Cravalho and Shannon Purser, “Rise” is giving the life of students a new perspective. "Rise" is a show about the struggles of everyday life, from students to teachers. I...
‘Avengers: Infinity War’ leaves viewers dying for answers
Katelyn Garrett, Reporter
April 30, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase
Every year a new Marvel-based production comes out. In 2018 alone there have been two high production movies made by the company, one being “Black Panther,” that came out Feb. 16. The next one is “Avengers: Infinity War,” which leaves Marvel fans in suspense for the next film to come out. With...
‘A Quiet Place’ keeps viewers on edge of their seats
Bailey Bair, Sports Editor
April 30, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
When I had first heard about "A Quiet Place" I thought, oh great, another scary movie with a subpar plot and predictable storyline. However, much to my surprise, this movie was actually decent and I would even say pretty good. It quickly dives into the story of a family surviving in a modern world rav...
A very unlucky Friday
Paige Ritson, Reporter
April 13, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Triskaidekaphobia is the fear of the number 13, and the distress of this number has written reference dating all the way back to the late 1800s. The number before it, 12, has been associated with completeness due to there being 12 months, 12 zodiac signs and 12 labors of Hercules. The true origin to...
‘Sea of Thieves’ offers a new ocean of fun
Elyse Nitschke, Editorials Editor
April 5, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
With games like “Fortnite,” now a piece of internet meme culture, and “PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds,” better known as “PUBG,” it can be easy for newly released video games to go unnoticed. Microsoft Studio’s latest attempt at catching the interest of its audience came as “Sea of Thie...
Easter traditions throughout countries
Samantha Montgomery, Web Editor
April 2, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Easter, otherwise known as a time of celebrating religion, free candy and creepy Easter bunny costumes. While kids are visited by the Easter bunny in America, other countries have substantially different ways to celebrate the holiday. According to Reader’s Digest, the children in France receive t...
Main Street Creamery puts the cherry on top
Bailey Bair, Sports Editor
March 31, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase
I’m a sucker for ice cream and was beyond excited to hear a new ice cream shop was opening. Following the trend of over the top milkshakes, the Main Street Creamery exceeded my expectations. All of the milkshakes have a delicious treat on top, which could be a slice of apple pie, a toasted marshma...
Best ways to spend spring break
Elizabeth Busch, Reporter
March 25, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
As spring break approaches, WHS students begin to search for ways to stay entertained on their days off. Here are a few ideas to keep busy during break without spending time and money on traveling out-of-state. Trails and Parks The Riverfront Trail may be closed for construction, but there are st...
The truth about Saint Patrick’s Day
Paige Ritson, Reporter
March 15, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
March 17 marks the day of the Roman Catholic feast in honor of Saint Patrick, and also celebrates Irish culture. Saint Patrick was the patron saint of Ireland who converted thousands of people to Christianity and built churches all across Ireland. He used shamrocks to explain the Holy Trinity and wr...
Black Panther album is on 10
Jake Hillermann, Head Reporter
February 27, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
"Black Panther" is a hit, and like many hit movies, it comes with an album. But the "Black Panther" album is entirely original songs by many known singers today with African American descent. The Kendrick Lamar-driven album was first hinted in his music video for “Love” with Zacari who is also in this...
Top 10 memorable Super Bowl halftime shows
Katelyn Garrett, Reporter
February 21, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Halftime shows are sacred to US culture, along with the actual Super Bowl and the famous Super Bowl commercials. However, many people who don’t watch football usually are excited either for the halftime show. Halftime shows can be remembered for good and bad, but people are glad they exist. Here are t...
The 15:17 to disaster
Paige Ritson, Reporter
February 13, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
I’m always a sucker for thriller movies, some of my favorites include "Taken," "Atomic Blonde" and "The Expendables." There’s just something I love about the way a thriller movie puts me on the edge of my seat throughout the entire film. But much to my surprise, “The 15:17 to Paris,” directed by ...
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