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Author Archives: Anna Williams
Apr
15
2012
The History of Girl Scout Cookies
For nearly a century, Girl Scout cookies have been made and sold nationally in the United States. Popular flavors such as Samoa, Tagalong, Trefoil and the ever-popular Thin Mints have become a staple in American culture. Today in 2012, the cookies are made in large commercial bakeries, but when the Girl Scouts were first established [...]
Mar
8
2012
Review: Alcatraz
Alcatraz – the most dangerous prison in the United States. “The Rock,” as it was nicknamed, housed hundreds of America’s most dangerous criminals. At a glance it seems like an ordinary prison. Yet decades later, there is still a lingering question in the air concerning the reports of paranormal activity that supposedly occurred there. Did [...]
Nov
11
2011
Unique Halloween Costumes
Everyone is well versed in the traditional Halloween costumes like a witch, a ghost or a vampire. However, it’s also fun to see the unique, eye-catching or sometimes witty costumes that people come up with through the years. “I started around 7th or 8th grade,” Senior Matt Mikesic said. “I made myself a movie theater [...]
Oct
7
2011
Judge Judy is the TRUTH.
For nearly 15 years the popular reality courtroom show, Judge Judy, has been airing in American households with the slogan ‘Real cases! Real people! Judge Judy!’ playing in every episode. Though Judge Judith Sheindlin is very convincing, the shows validity altogether is still questioned. From the outside looking in it appears to be a small [...]
Spring sports are in session and all of them are playing hard in order to win. The girl’s lacrosse team in particular is competing with a full varsity team. “There are 19 people, I believe, on the varsity team,” senior and captain Jaclyn Poe said. “Half are seniors and the rest are juniors and sophomores [...]
Apr
13
2011
Spring fever sprouts in Clayton
Spring is in the air! Well, almost in the air. Surprising snowstorms hindered any warm weather and excitement one might be feeling about the new incoming season. However, the weather has not hindered devoted gardeners. Though many flowers were destroyed, some are still blooming despite the unfortunate weather. “The winter weather hasn’t hurt our plants [...]
Since September 2009, “Glee” has become one of the most popular television shows in America. It has captured audiences nationwide with its exciting plot and fun, musical numbers that give it an interesting twist. However, even though I will admit “Glee” for the most part has successfully remade many classics, there comes a time where [...]
The dreaded author project has once again reared its ugly head at CHS. For years, juniors in the honors American Lit classes have gone through the process of choosing an author, researching their lives and finally writing a paper on them. However, it is much easier said than done. The mere task of choosing an [...]
Jan
13
2011
Satisfy your pot’s desire
Your Pot’s Desire truly does live up to its name by providing a wide range of unfinished pottery for you to put your own creative touches on. Whether you plan a party or just come spur of the moment, you can literally paint whatever your heart desires whenever you want. “This is a paint your [...]
Nov
26
2010
Holiday Traditions
When it gets colder, it is instinctive that one should make preparations for the two most celebrated holidays in America; Christmas and Hanukkah. Both are celebrated around the same time and have deep meanings to the Jews and Christians who celebrate them. The actual basis for celebrating Hanukkah, however, is not so much religious [...]
