Residents should reevaluate turf grass lawns
On sunday Las Vegas water officials announced plans to pressure the Nevada legislature to outlaw the use of “ornamental grass.” The nonfunctional turf makes up 40% of Nevada’s remaining grass,…
Plaque memorializes beloved teacher
When veteran teacher Sarah Kittrell retired after 44 years in 2013, as a tribute to her the upstairs 200 hallway became Sarah Kittrell Hall, complete with a mural reading “Mama…
Coronavirus vaccine eligibility expands in Florida
On Monday, March 1 Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an executive order that expands eligibility for COVID-19 vaccination across Florida to include K-12 teachers, law enforcement officers and firefighters age 50…
Cafeteria serves soul food in honor of Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, OCPS will serve soul food in the cafeteria tomorrow at both lunches. “ displays the sheer determination of the enslaved African to make the…
President Biden inaugurated, takes first steps in office
Amid threats of violence and pandemic restrictions, Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States on Wednesday. “ I was very happy and…
Voter suppression remains an issue in 2020 election
Sources: American Bar Association, Politico, The Sentencing Project, Election Law Journal, CNN
Quiz: What should you dress up as for socially distant Halloween?
The pandemic isn’t over. Thousands of new cases emerge every day, and everyone should continue taking precautions, but that shouldn’t stop you from celebrating such an important holiday.
Review: Late night hosts leave the studio
Little has changed in the formatting of late night television since the days of Johnny Carson. At least, little had changed, until a global pandemic left hosts and audiences homebound.…
Depop attracts teen thrifters
A seller carefully writes out a personalized note, thanking a customer for their latest purchase. She then delivers the item — a hand-painted pair of her old jeans — to…
Top of Class: Menendez pursues diverse interests in high school and beyond
Sarah Menendez is one of 27 valedictorians. What college do you plan to attend? “University of Central Florida.” What is your intended major? “Electrical Engineering.” What is your favorite memory…