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SPECIFICS: When I went to change it, I software used - pixlr.com/e image size - 3300 x 5100 basically lost the entire title font - jarots (440p-ish) everything else font - amaranth background. I didn’t touch issue # - 80ish p Dawg the school info - 70ish p picture is anything and don’t know why it super happened. It also won’t undo. stretched. assuming you saved it as Lovely cover page. I -reag It now looks like this and the a PSD or something don't what I think similar & can edit it, i vote about the box photo in the background won’t you make all the fonts surrounding “Black bigger & fix the image b/c History Month” being delete or undo as well. I am it looks squished. also, the transparent. I also kinda scared to change photo courtesy needs to think it should be be specific to the account, “senior-directed.” I do anything else because it could not just instagram. -lily :) like the picture you all delete. Please advise/help chose, though. -Mo me to know what to do. Thank Looks good overall!The picture is a little you. -Madelyn Prickett I think this is a great cover page! I stretched and I’m not agree the picture is pretty stretched and sure about the white to be honest I’m kind of having a hard lines below some of the time focusing on the text cause there’s so much happening in the picture. But article titles. that’s probably just me, amazing work! -Caroline -Evelyn Ealey

This looks good! Maybe have more differentiating fonts? -gracie

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I’m stealing Reagan’s color. This looks really well The 2 isn’t aligned done and aside from a few Change is to it in the black history spacing and capitalizing 2 In the News 2 article title things, this is definitely i like this a lot!!! there Aren’t the titles no capitalized except ready! Great job - Caroline are some little things Unfortunately, This Cabinet Isn't from Lowes the first word to do here and there By: Lily Margeson so that it matches the Sometimes, it feels as if the only important figure in government is the president, since he seems to have For bylines you need By: completely saturated the news. Regardless of these feelings, the president cannot do it all, hence his Cabinet. The Cabinet rest of the paper, but consists of 15 members, plus nine people who hold cabinet-level positions, all of whom, save the Vice President, need The captions should be times new even if you don’t approval from the Senate to be appointed. The President does not need the Senate’s permission to dismiss them; however, roman 8 pt and no highlight consider that this is the Senate may impeach members if it sees fit. Most of the people President Biden has chosen for his Cabinet are awaiting Senate confirmation, but those who your first layout, this have already been approved include the Secretaries of State, Treasury, Defense, Transportation, Veteran Affairs and In black history article, there are is really good!!!! -lily :) Homeland Security. Retired four-star Army General Lloyd Austin was the first to be confirmed as the Secretary of misspelling of reagan and douglass, Defense, followed shortly by the Secretary of State, former Deputy Secretary Antony Blinken, and Secretary of Treasury, previous head of the Federal Reserve Janet Yellen. These three will be in charge of the military, foreign policy and also two periods before reagan? government spending, respectively. Though he has yet to be confirmed, the next-most-important position is the Attorney General, who acts as Misspelled photo in photo courtesy lawyer to the federal government. Biden has chosen Merrick Garland, a Circuit Judge first appointed by President Clinton in 1997. The Secretary of Transportation, however, has been confirmed to be Pete Buttigieg—yes, that Pete of mo serafin Buttigieg—to the shock of many. “I think they wanted [former Mayor and Presidential candidate] Buttigieg … so the White House can say there’s a gay cabinet member, as well as keeping people who ran against Biden in close proximity,” Lots of white space Senior Martha Robinson said. Diversity quotas have not been the chief reason for appointing any individual to the Though the interior of the White House is known for its ornate decorations, cabinetry included, the Cabinet of the President has nothing Cabinet, but the breadth of demographics represented in the Executive Office is certainly notable. to do with actual woodwork. Rather, it consists of figures the President Whatever these new members of government do, it will be with permission and approval from the President, as has chosen (and had approved by the Senate) to aid him in decisions in -Madelyn Prickett they are essentially chosen to represent him. It will certainly be an interesting four years. matters such as national security, education and agriculture.

Don’t forget to lowercase Photo courtesy of Lily Margeson Black History Month and why it Matters courtesy ;). Other than a By: Mo Serafin When most think of the month of February, Valentine’s Day and few technical things, great Groundhog Day are the first events which come to their mind. However, there is one annual observance that overshadows all of them: Black History Month. In 1986, Congress declared February to be a month celebrating job! Black history and the accomplishments of historical black figures. Reagan's Presidential Proclamation 5443 says, “the foremost purpose of Black History ByHalftime: Evelyn Ealey Hit or Miss? Month is to make all Americans aware of this struggle for freedom and equal On February 7, football fans across the globe swarmed to their TVs in anticipation of the opportunity.” February was chosen for Black History Month because biggest game of the year: the Super Bowl. Football fanatics anxiously wait each year for the big game, -Evelyn Ealey Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln were born in the month, both of but music lovers also look forward to it because of the halftime show. Over the years, the biggest names them being prominent figures in ending slavery in the United States. in music have performed during halftime, including Beyonce, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry and Michael Why is it important that there is a month to recognize and Jackson. This year, the featured performer was The Weeknd, and while some watchers were ecstatic appreciate Black culture? Junior Elyse Miller says, “Studying the history of over the announcement, others were skeptical. African Americans is vital to understanding their position now.” For The Weeknd is a 30-year-old singer who has risen to fame over the past decade, with several of centuries, people of African descent have repeatedly been harassed and his songs topping the R&B and pop music charts. Ahead of his performance, The Weeknd said that the discriminated against for something as common as the color of their skin. show would be something unique and captivating for the audience. He boasted that the show would be One would think society has moved past the years of victimizing people and roughly 12 minutes long, and he revealed that he invested seven million dollars of his own money into I think you did a good instead, offering them equal rights and opportunities, yet a mere 60 years the performance. With claims like these, fans could not wait to see what the artist would bring to the ago, bathrooms were still segregated. Throughout the years, there have been table. job at fitting several movements to bring awareness to the Black community and the Although the stadium could not be full due to COVID-19, there were still around 25,000 present day existence of racism. Black history needs to be celebrated and people watching The Weeknd perform live, and millions watching from home. The singer performed a recognized. Within the past year, systemic racism has been extremely compilation of his greatest hits, some including “I Can’t Feel My Face,” “Blinding Lights” and “Star everything on the prevalent throughout the streets of the United States. There has to be a Boy.” The artist’s sets included everything from light-up risers to a hall of mirrors, and the dancers wore significant shift in how society views people of color if the future holds any face bandages to pay homage to the singer’s 2020 album After Hours. Unlike previous Super Bowl page, but now it’s just promise of equal rights and opportunities. Black History Month encourages performances, The Weeknd did not feature any guest performers, something to which many fans were that idea. looking forward to. Junior Rene Hillhouse says, “Obviously the circumstances were different this year, One can spend February learning about people that fought for so it didn’t really bother me, but it still would’ve been cool to see other performers with him.” Just a few things to change a matter of positioning Black rights, such as Frederick Douglas and Martin Luther King, Jr., The Weeknd’s halftime performance was definitely appreciating countless artists, reading literature written by activists, listening something that viewers had never seen before, but it is hard to music and educating oneself on the struggles the Black community has when it cmes to spacing!. them. Big fan of the to argue that it was unforgettable. While the performance’s had to endure over the years. How else can everyone get rid of systemic unique concept has received mixed reviews, it is something racism that plagues this country? There is no better time than now to Otherwise it looks good. that will continue to be talked about, keeping The Weeknd background pictures! I celebrate Black culture. relevant and in the public eye. feel like things just Black History Month is Music fans around the world waited in anticipation for the celebrated throughout the Weeknd's Super Bowl Halftime performance. While some loved -Madelyn Prickett month of February, bringing the show, others felt that it fell short. need to be tweaked in attention to Black culture. There are many ways to Photo Courtesy of Evelyn Ealey appreciate Black culture, like terms of spacing, but reading poems, listening to music and educating oneself on the struggles the Black an overall good page! community faces.

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What’s the Deal With Blood Drives? By: Reagan White Bionic arms, legs and hearts can all be manufactured in labs around the world. Even lab-grown ears can be produced with the help of science! Cutting-edge technologies, such as 3-D printers designed to print synthetic body parts, are starting to combat the scarcity of organ donors. With all the technological progress that has been made, it is reasonable to assume that giving blood is a thing of the past. Blood, however, is more complex to replicate than many other organic tissues—and thus is always in demand. According to the Red Cross, 4.5 million Americans receive a blood transfusion every year. Due to the COVID-19 situation, however, this number is much higher. Donors who test positive for COVID-19 antibodies are especially valued, as blood from these individuals can be used as a treatment for the disease. For those interested, the Red Cross website has a locator feature that shows all active blood donating sites within a specified ZIP Code. If giving blood is such an impactful way to help the community, why don’t more people donate? Well, it is not that simple. According to the Red Cross, only 37% of people are eligible for donations, and of that number, only 10% donate regularly. Iron deficiency, travel outside the US and certain medications can all exempt someone from donating blood. The complete list of exemptions can be found on the Red Cross website. For those who cannot donate blood, hosting a blood drive is another great way to give back to the community. Fort Mill High School Senior Ethan Simpson hosted a drive this past fall, and said of his experience, “Hosting a blood drive was awesome. For those interested in participating in a blood drive, the I receive blood products regularly, and since I can't donate myself, that was my way of giving back.” In order to host a drive, the American Red Cross’s app, pictured above, offers a great Red Cross details that the host must provide a location, volunteers and of course the host must advertise in order to pull in donors. way to find out time and place. Informational flyers can also The Red Cross website contains full details about what to expect from donating blood, the restrictions that apply and other be found on message boards and in public places such as bus stops. information. Photo courtesy of Reagan White 3 Columns 3

Let’s get kraken: Nessie Depression By: Lily Margeson By: Mo Serafin If there are three things every American knows about Scotland, they have to be kilts, Braveheart Before I start this article, I feel the need to clarify the and the possibility of a giant Jurassic-era creature living underwater. There are myths of large animals difference between feeling sad and feeling depressed. Sadness is an inhabiting bodies of water peppered throughout millennia of Scottish folklore, but the most famous has to emotion that goes away in a relatively short amount of time. It is a part be the one said to inhabit Loch Ness. Nessie, as she is referred to by admirers, was first described in a of the emotions we feel on a daily basis, and that is okay. Depression, biography of Columba. The Irish saint was travelling to meet with the Pictish (Scottish highlander) king however, is a more serious discussion. It comes with feelings of in 565 AD when he passed a man who had just been bitten by something in Loch Ness. It retreated after hopelessness, inadequacy, loss of energy, loss of appetite and having being commanded to “go back with all speed,” and Columba continued on his merry way. little or no motivation. According to the National Institute of Mental In the centuries that followed, there were about a dozen recorded accounts of something Health, an estimated 3.2 million teens suffer from depression. It is menacing in the loch, but Nessie really only resurfaced—pun intended—in the 1930s. Aldie Mackay was important we understand how to deal with depression, how to help driving past the loch on April 14, 1933, when she spotted a “whale-like fish… rolling and plunging on the those with depression and prevent negative stigmas from spreading. surface.” By the time her husband stopped the car, it was gone, but her account led the London Daily If you have depression, I need you to know nothing is wrong Mail on its own hunt for the beast. with you! Please eat, my friends. I know it may make you feel gross, That December, Marmaduke Wetherell was commissioned to track down what lurked beneath, but take little steps. Maybe FaceTime a friend and share a small snack eventually discovering footprints that belonged to a creature upwards of 20 feet long. He sent a cast of his with them. If you feel hopeless, you could try a technique called This page looks really cool! findings to the Natural History Museum of London, whose researchers concluded the “footprints” were grounding. According to prospecttherapy.com, “Grounding is a actually those of an elephant leg-shaped ashtray. Consequently ridiculed and determined to improve technique that brings you into the present moment, right here and right Nessie’s image, Wetherell used wood putty to make a dummy head and neck, affixing it to a toy now.” Some examples of grounding include controlled breathing, My favorite part is the submarine and capturing what became known among fans as the “surgeon’s photograph.” He asked creating lists, listening to music and taking a short walk. Unfortunately, respected physician and known prankster R. Kenneth Wilson to claim the picture as his own, resulting in depression cannot be cured, but it can nessie article. -Madelyn what was regarded as the most credible photo of the Loch Ness Monster until it was revealed as be managed. There is absolutely no fraudulent in 1975. shame in seeking treatment for the Prickett Nessie faded from popularity, generally condition. Therapy is known for viewed as somewhat ridiculous, until Constance Wythe helping people develop the skills they published More Than A Legend, a collection of need to effectively handle their eyewitness accounts and drawings of the beast. Interest disorders. If one does not feel boomed from there, with a group of amateurs even comfortable talking to anyone, perhaps forming the Loch Ness Investigation Bureau in 1961. Depression is a serious condition texting a trained mental health The group kept constant watch over the loch using that plagues millions of teens professional is less offputting (Text whatever tools were available to prove her existence. across the world. It is “Hello” to 7411741). Professional searches by such notary Pictured above, the famed "surgeon's photograph" characterized by feelings of This looks so organized and pretty i love was believed to be the most substantial piece of If you know someone who has institutions as Cambridge University and the Academy hopelessness, inadequacy, loss of it. And it has a coordinating color evidence of the Loch Ness monster's existence. It energy and little or no motivation. depression, it is important that you do of Applied Sciences beginning the ‘60s were conducted was revealed later, however, to have been sculpted Photo courtesy of Getty Images not treat them any differently than scheme you have really outdone using Sonar technology, all finding an unexplained from wood putty and a toy submarine by a noted anyone else because they need your large figure in the lake but no conclusive evidence. One Nessie believer. yourself. Maybe just make some of the Photo courtesy of Marmaduke Wetherell support and reassurance. Too many people do not realize the New Zealand research team’s genetic survey of the lake seriousness of the subject, leading to many negative stigmas titles bigger to help them stand out?- disproved many common explanations of Nessie—most notably that she may be a shark, plesiosaurus or surrounding depression. We can stop these stigmas by spreading gracie sturgeon—but reasoned that she may actually be a giant eel. awareness and educating people. Above all, we must respect, support, Fact or fiction, the Loch Ness Monster certainly remains a Scottish cultural staple, once and accept the people we know who have mental disorders. contributing $80M to their economy in a year. Thousands flock to the loch each year, determined to prove or disprove her existence for themselves. George Edwards, who used a fiberglass model to fake a Dude this is so freaking pretty what picture of Nessie, has dedicated his life to the search. Despite admitting to staging his photograph, he The Moon???? the heck!?? The backgrounds the still believes in her and even makes a living taking tourists onto the lake. A creature of fantastic By: Reagan White proportion may or may not roam Loch Ness, but regardless, the thought is something to behold. title fonts it’s all just so beautiful! Many people are calling this era the golden age of conspiracy theories. Over the past 20 years, everything from the Outstanding!! My only nit pick is promise of the apocalypse, government plots to takeover the world agreeing with lily on the moon and 5G wireless brainwashing theories have enthralled the public at By: Madelyn Prickett large. One of the most notorious conspiracy theories, however, article since it might come out precedes the golden age by decades. Since the mid-70s, people from An integral part of my childhood was reading the Harry Potter series. Not only did I read it once around the world have donned tin foil hats and claimed that the moon really dark on the paper - Caroline or twice, but I read it over 30 times. Each time I read the series, I viewed it in a new way. Characters who I landing was faked. This theory is all over popular media, with shows once thought were evil became misunderstood and vice versa. Most notably, I realized Professor Albus such as The Simpsons referencing it for gags. Despite its present Dumbledore became more villainous in my mind with each subsequent reading. For the average reader; reputation as a laughing stock, the truth behind what really happened this looks really cool!!!! ...on the however, Dumbledore is often seen as a wise mentor to the titular character Harry Potter. What is the on the moon that day in 1956 remains a mystery. computer. i love the way it verdict? Is Dumbledore a hero or a villain? To fully understand this theory, one must start at the Throughout the series, it is evident that Dumbledore seeks power and glory. Even though looks, but this page’s printed in beginning. In the mid-70s, Bill Kaysing, widely regarded as the Dumbledore never said explicitly he was power-hungry, he became the Headmaster of Hogwarts School of whistleblower of the moon, published a book entitled We Never Went B&W so it’ll be difficult to Witchcraft and Wizardry, Supreme Mugwump of the International Confederation of Wizards, Chief to the Moon: America's Thirty Billion Dollar Swindle! The thesis of Warlock of the Wizengamot and leader of the Order of the Phoenix. Not only did he hold powerful read on actual physical paper. the book posits that the greatest technological achievement of positions, but he spent much of his youth seeking the Deathly Hallows, including the Elder Wand, you could keep the moon humanity was faked in order to give the US an edge over the Resurrection Stone and a cloak of invisibility. One becomes the Master of Death when he/she possesses the Russians during the Cold War. His theory goes like this: in order to background if you increase the Deathly Hallows and accepts his/her death. curb the anti-American spirit that was born out of the Vietnam War During the time where Dumbledore seeks the Deathly Hallows, he neglects his family. transparency, but like, and to prove American superiority over the Soviets, a production was Dumbledore is the eldest of three children. When his parents die, he decides to go out and find the Deathly set up in the Nevada desert that was meant to mimic the moon. The definitely consider consider Hallows with Gellert Grindelwald, who later becomes a notorious antagonist and is locked up. His younger 1970s was already rife with distrust for the government and its the values, not just the colors brother is the one who has to take care of their mentally unstable sister, who Dumbledore saw as a burden. claims, due to the Watergate scandal and the exposition of Richard During Dumbledore's time as headmaster, he continuously puts his students in mortal danger. themselves. <3 -lily :) Nixon by investigative journalists of the era. Kaysing’s exposition of Though he knows Voldemort is after the sorcerer’s stone, he hides it at Hogwarts, risking the life of every the extraterrestrial happenings gained a lot of support, with other student attending. Also, Dumbledore allows the Forbidden Forest to be a detention location despite it being men of science coming forward to support the claim. off-limits. During year two, a basilisk is on the loose, killing muggle-borns. However, Dumbledore decides When the topic of the moon to not close the school. There is an abundance of other scenarios where Dumbledore puts students at risk, This is so cute i love it!! -reag landing comes up, those who cling to the such as allowing a deadly three-headed dog on school grounds and hiring unfit teachers. idea that the moon landing is real will Dumbledore’s relationship with Harry is the most crucial often bring up the fact that Kaysing did example that shows him to be a manipulative villain. It all begins when not have the credentials necessary to Dumbledore allows Harry to live with the Dursleys. In the beginning, make such claims. However, Kaysing Professor McGonagall literally tells Dumbledore that the Dursley family I really like the way you claims that due to his work in is unfit to raise Harry. Dumbledore endorses his plan for two reasons. Rocketdyne, he was privy to documents First, the Dursleys are Harry’s last remaining family members. Secondly, pertaining to the Mercury, Gemini, Atlas rounded your pictures. Harry is the Chosen One, and Dumbledore does not want the fame to go The moon has intrigued people and Apollo programs. He posits that one to his head. Therefore, Harry is off to live with the emotionally abusive, since the beginning of time. would not need such degrees as muggle family. Dumbledore usually keeps Harry waiting and does not The possibility of false reports Make a few of the titles has long appealed to conspiracy astronomy and mathematics to read what answer his questions. The prophecy is not revealed to Harry until the theorists. was clearly stated in the documents. fifth book. Toward the end of the series, the reader realizes that Photo courtesy of Reagan Throughout his life, Kaysing bigger Dumbledore has planned to sacrifice Harry for the “greater good.” White Many people perceive Albus Although Dumbledore is perceived as a hero, he is none other echoed a sentiment that is found in many political ideologies today: Dumbledore as the wise mentor to than a villain. He is a power-driven individual who continuously puts his Harry Potter. However, Professor do not take the government's word as gospel. No matter the truth end goal above the welfare of the children he is supposed to be Dumbledore is none other than a about the moon, many Americans today find comfort in the words of protecting, whether his own family or his students. -Evelyn Ealey manipulative villain. this late 20th century philosopher. Photo courtesy of Google images Good job. Wow. Truely, im shocked -reag 4 The Hive 5 Doin’ the time warp Student spotlight: Chaise Treadway By: Gracie Johnson By: Mo Serafin Youth 4 You It is no secret amongst students that Fort Mill High School has been in There are many talented students roaming the halls of Fort Mill High School, ranging from musicians and singers to dancers By: Reagan White operation for many, many years. In fact, multiple members of the Yellow Jacket and artists. Among those students is AP Art student Chaise Treadway. She has been creating art for years and offered to provide Fort Mill High School boasts an impressive diversity of clubs, with themes including faculty and staff were previously enrolled as students at Fort Mill High School. If advice for those who are struggling with accepting their own style. everything from Red Cross Club to Ping Pong Club. One of the school's newest clubs, Youth For one's family has lived in the town of Fort Mill for several generations, then there is a Treadway is a junior at Fort Mill High School who paints surreal depictions of human anatomy. The artist draws inspiration You, focuses on issues such as mental health, community improvement and education about good chance he/she is not the first member of his/her genealogy to attend the school. from her experiences growing up and finding her place in the world. She also has friends who support and appreciate her art, fueling human trafficking. Due to many school events being unavailable this year, club rush was not a Considering the rapid growth of Fort Mill, two new high schools have been built to her passion. Graphite pencil and acrylic paint are her favorite mediums with which to work. When asked what project she would necessity. Without club rush, it is hard for students to find out about niche clubs that they accommodate the thousands of new students. However, neither of these schools can undertake if she had the opportunity, Treadway says,“If I had unlimited funds, I would create a huge acrylic larger-than-life painting; otherwise would be interested in joining. claim to have nearly the amount of history created within the walls of Fort Mill High it would be an expressive self portrait.” Her favorite piece that she has created is an acrylic painting titled Isolation. It depicts a Youth For You, formally known as Youth for Abolition, was started at Fort Mill High School. candle-like human slowly melting from the top. “[This] was based on the feeling of being left alone for so long that the flame, which School last year. While other clubs concentrate on volunteering, Youth For You focuses more on Founded in 1930, Fort Mill High was originally located on Tom Hall Street, represents a life force, starts to fade away,” the artist claims. improving the lives of students and ensuring access to education about mental health. Many where the present-day post office sits. It was then relocated in 1952 to Banks Street All artists start somewhere in their parents and students alike have long criticized the school for its lack of resources for teenagers i just need everyone to see this image where it remained in operation as a high school until the 1980s. In 1986, Fort Mill Junior Chaise Treadway creates journeys, and Treadway is no different. “My who struggle with mental health. Clubs such as Youth for You are a great way to combat what faced its final relocation to its present day location on 215 N Highway bypass. The surreal depictions of human grandpa and I would always color in coloring many feel to be a failure of many public schools. - lily :^) THE CLOCK anatomy. Her piece Isolation was widespread campus that students recognize today was once split into three schools; based on the feeling of being left books; he started my passion. Eventually, it Although the club focuses primarily on the mental well-being of students, it has one each for primary, elementary and high school students. The R-wing, or as it is alone for so long that the flame, became more than a hobby and a huge part of my remained connected to its roots of education about important issues such as human trafficking. more commonly known as the freshmen wing, once regulated as a primary school. which represents a life force, starts life,” she states. The junior found her style by Education about such issues is so vital due to the rising number of human trafficking cases Students taking Teacher Cadet could travel to the primary building to assist the to fade away. filling sketchbooks with anatomy practice around the world; prevention is a major goal of the club. Senior and Youth For You co-leader this is terrible teacher in taking care of the younger children, similar to students taking early Photo courtesy of Chaise Treadway sketches and portraits. Treadway gives this advice Esmie Fernandez stated, “Our goal for the club is to help students learn about mental illness and childhood education presently. The F-wing accommodated most of the elementary to aspiring artists: “Never stop, you will improve, to help students give back to those around them.” -lily school students, excluding fifth graders who attended classes in the C-wing. The and don't doubt yourself. It takes time for every With such a wide variety of clubs from which to choose, it can be difficult to decide remaining parts of Fort Mill High School contained all the high school students until artist to truly appreciate their own artwork, but which ones to join without knowing all the options. To find out about new clubs and their freshmen were relocated. keep moving forward.” information, look for the bulletin boards posted around the school. Youth For You meets every Shut up -reag As neighborhoods began to appear on every corner, the undersized schools If one has a passion, pursue it! Whether it other Thursday in C109. The next meeting is March 10 and is open to all students who have an of Fort Mill could no longer account for the hundreds of new enrollments. Several be art, or something completely different, interest in bettering the community. new elementary schools were built followed by middle and high schools. “I think it's everyone is entitled to do what makes him/her happy. One should do what they want for Youth For You great that so many new people are moving into the area,”Sophomore Isaiah Haynes * Actual claimed. “It causes our economy to boom and make more money.'' If one wants to themselves, not for others. Treadway encourages is a club that Very few errors., Size focus on Fort Mill High School has been in existence for a very long learn more about Fort Mill’s past, pictures of previous classes hang in the gym other artists to attain their own happiness by time, dating back to its establishment in the 1930s. However, it Look for the hidden yellow mental health creating what they want, and being content with has undergone many changes over the years, including entrance hallways and near the commons. jacket and report its location and educating Just a few what they have created. Keep an eye out for her students. alterations in location and size. to Mrs. Struve (B209) to be pieces of art around the school or on Instagram Meetings take There are a few spacing issues. Also add featured in the next edition Photo courtesy of Gracie Johnson @chaise_winry. They are not something to be place every spacing issues. of the the Loudspeaker! other Thursday missed! in the C wing. clipart to the articles. -Madelyn Prickett Make a few of Photo courtesy of Reagan the titles bigger. Project SEARCH, a little bit different White Check, Please! By: Lily Margeson Many students know the struggle of finding a Good job overall job, especially when so many require prior experience and the only way to get that experience is actually having a job. Project SEARCH aims to close this gap, :) taking on intellectually disabled young adults as interns Fort Mill to return to five-day schedule March 15 and training them in soft skills that can be applied to By: Mo Serafin 2/13/21 any career field. On Monday, February 22, the Fort Mill School District announced that starting March 15, all Though it was first developed at a Cincinnati middle and high school in-person students will be returning to school for a full five-day school week. While the number hi gracie & evelyn! thank you so much for helping me out; i -Evelyn Ealey hospital, the project has since expanded all across the of COVID cases is declining and residents are getting vaccinated, many are still hesitant to return to school. There are always end up doing this at the last second, but usually i can country, including to Fort Mill High. Students in York factors to consider, such as mental health, the physical health of the student and his/her family, the safety of the teachers By: Evelyn Ealey County, Rock Hill and Clover school districts who are and how in-person students cannot withdraw and become virtual students. get it done w/o having to bother anyone else on staff. i really Definitely would consider adding Spring sports are not the only thing kicking off in the month of February; the annual Fort Mill High School already finished with all of their credits could spend As part of a program to help young adults develop marketable skills, The district is choosing to return students because the area is experiencing a decrease of cases and the fact that play made its way to the stage on February 12 and 13. Studio E always puts on amazing productions for the owe you guys. more than six hours each day completing an some FMHS students work daily to sterilize areas around the school, schools are not a place that transmits the virus if proper safety protocols are put into place. The district also says that clipart in the background of the community, and this year was no exception. What was unique about this production was that it was completely employment curriculum program and interning at including the Media Center. Under normal circumstances, these skills they are anticipating a bill to be passed for teachers to get the COVID-19 vaccine. However, returning students to student-run, directed by Fort Mill High School Senior Jenna Brown. The story is brand new for the majority of Fort would be built at an internship with Piedmont Medical Center, but Fort Piedmont Medical Center. Project SEARCH boasts an school just as cases are declining is concerning to many. Junior Mateo de los Cobos says, “Our grades are going to i have everything set up (spaced & cropped) already; all you articles! Also change up some titles Mill High students, and they certainly could not wait to get a taste of something different from Studio E. Mill is making do. employment rate triple the national rate for disabled drop. There will be more stress on top of what we already have to deal with. South Carolina’s cases are going to rise, The show this year has a guys need to do is ask one person from each grade the individuals, at almost 75% compared to just 19%. Photo courtesy of Lily Margeson and we can expect our physical and mental health to suffer because of this decision.” As of February 25, South Carolina here and possible switch the student relatively small cast size of just 16 is 18th in the nation in regards to COVID cases, and Fort Mill High School holds the title of being the school with the question at the top, take a picture of them (either all masked or All good things must be ruined by COVID, though, so the program’s local chapter is on hiatus this year. Instead, members including the backstage crew. highest number of infected students. On top of that, less than six percent of local residents have received the COVID-19 Mr. Squires—who is usually a job coach for Project SEARCH—and Ms. Knight have developed a similar program right all maskless; just not a mix), and then crop them so they match spotlight and check please articles However, the size of the cast did not vaccine, most of whom are older. here at Fort Mill High. Participating students perform a variety of tasks to help sanitize the school. "He wipes down my need to be big in order to make the Some students are excited to return to school so they can be in a better learning environment to perform better what i have in the template set up. computers, keyboards, mouse, tables and desks every day," Media Specialist Mrs. McClennen said of one student. "He -gracie show spectacular. The story of Check, on assignments. Of course, the district will be making adjustments in the following months as the situation progresses, also refills the wall-mounted hand sanitizer dispensers, and not just in my room!" Their other responsibilities include Please! revolves around a couple that but until then, it is vital that students adhere to CDC guidelines to ensure a safe return to school. has just gone through a breakup and is cleaning the microwaves, washing the ECE program uniforms and refilling all of the hand sanitizer dispensers on i assume these quotes will be long ones, but if they’re shorter, looking for something new. The main campus, not just those in the Media Centers. you can always make the font bigger, so long as they’re all the It may not be as fancy as an internship at an actual hospital, but developing skills that will remain applicable for characters are called “Girl” and “Guy,” same. and they each go on a series of blind the rest of one’s working life is an invaluable experience. Love love love the dates in order to find their next Np np, there significant other. Each scene of the play some tips: was a slight showcased one of the main character’s How do you feel about going back five days? - you can find freshman in the PE class, and since they’re layout for this page! I blind dates, and along the way the issue with audience was introduced to a lot of not usually doing Actual Instruction, you can just walk in the freshmen really like the fonts interesting people. Junior Grace there without interrupting the lesson. situation that Definitely a few spacing and Ratledge plays the leading role of Girl, - approach groups and/or ask a teacher, because people you used, and I’m a big and prior to the show, she said “I i have to fix (i Update found overlapping issues here but This year, the annual Fort Mill High School play was called Check, Please! and featured haven’t been able to perform for will peer pressure their friends (yes, this is mildly cruel) need a quote a new student directing by Jenna Brown. The cast of the show on February 11, one day before awhile, so even though producing this other than that it is well opening night. - assure them that nobody reads the paper so not to worry fan of the has had its challenges, I’ve loved sheet) but i'll freshman made. The check please one - you need quote sheets!!!! Photo courtesy of Madelyn Prickett working through them and finding new update it problem coordination of is so cool as well! - Caroline ways to collaborate.” - offer to show them the picture to see if they like it when i fix it. solved The theater was different from previous years due to COVID-19, but the show must go on. The audience had to practice social distancing and wear masks during the duration of the show, and the actors were also wearing masks gracie everything. Maybe add while on stage. Even with all of the new precautions, the audience loved the show and cheered loudly for all of the thanks again for helping me out. at risk of sounding crew at the end of the play. “ i am happy that i will be “I think it would give us a “Going back full time will “I am hoping that the traffic melodramatic, the hive is my burden to bear (this is my 16th some background Although this year was different from years prior, it was great that student actors still had the opportunity to able to see all my friends more structured schedule definitely help me get my won't be too severe, and i'm issue doing it), and the hall talk always sucks to get. get on stage and perform. The performing arts at Fort Mill are such an essential aspect of the school culture, so next also worried that the desk time Studio E has a production, definitely consider supporting and go check it out. again but [...] i'm not sure schedule, but at the same work done because i have a pictures to the how we will be able to time i don't want to have tendency to procrastinate barriers will make the classroom experience more -lily :^) properly social distance.” to get up early in the on days off.” -Zander articles? -Mo difficult. ” -Rita Barrera, -Tori Boling, Freshman morning every day.” -Grace Conrad, Junior Senior Duey, Sophomore Photos courtesy of Gracie Johnson Theres a lot of white space i know you don’t feel but not a terrible effort -reag well, but this… needs some work with the margins n’ stuff. i’ll help you with it though dw -lily :) https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/p 6 Opinions 6 roxy/lLJHS1FHAhq5MMeu7jqvsO0 VsGtukzIh-gB1CEcp-VcSyAYEOV0 Can we please stop Fast fashion There is a lot of hGnVUeGPsRUE-Jd6i2OfSLdQOrL By: Gracie Johnson seC2kNOKqRRSKNqKKvjA privatizing space travel? Whether you enjoy the pleasurable leisure of comfy By: Lily Margeson clothes, or prefer bold colors and statement pieces, fashion is an whitespace by the Call me old-fashioned, but I always thought that the exploration of imperative aspect of almost everyone's lives. To keep up with Thanks whoever left this space was the one topic on which the whole world could agree. Ever since the the ever-changing trends of fashion, clothing companies pictures. Once you fill Apollo missions, Russia and the United States have worked together, not an produce designs in mass amounts, rapidly distributing them to ulterior motive in sight, to expand humanity’s pool of information and traverse worldwide stores. This highly-profitable business model is the final frontier as a planet. I mean, right this second, there are two Russians known as fast fashion and is used by some of the most Photo courtesy of Gracie Johnson that in you’ll be good to and four Americans in the International Space Station (ISS); they do tests widespread names in clothing today. together up there, not kill each other. Resulting knowledge is shared, nobody Fast fashion allows consumers easy access to popular fashion trends at an affordable go! claims parts of space and everyone goes home happy. price; however, the low price comes with a trade-off of low quality. The mass-produced Seems pretty great, right? I would go so far as to call it the greatest clothing items are often made of unsustainable materials and are not exactly made to last. collaboration in modern history… at least, it was until the private sector Though this instantaneous fashion cycle may appear harmless, its effects have taken a invaded. In 2004, private commercial space flights were legalized, and the noticeable toll on the economy and the planet's resources. In order to speed up production SPACE Act of 2015 allowed US citizens to explore space and harvest nonliving whilst supplying cheap clothing, companies turn a blind eye on the environmental footprint -Evelyn resources. Now, visiting space is no longer a wholly scientific pursuit; anyone they are leaving. The use of toxic textile dyes makes the fashion industry the second-largest with enough money and willpower can collect moon rocks and deploy satellites. polluter of clean water globally. The pressure to deliver apparel while it is still in high demand Companies like SpaceX and BlueOrigin have taken full advantage of this, by often puts the need for profit over the well-being of workers. Though the solution to this the way. A whopping 3,000 defunct satellites and 34,000 pieces of man-made impending issue seems to clearly identify itself—encourage consumers to purchase high-end space junk are currently orbiting Earth—including Elon Musk’s godforsaken clothing—it is the affordability of fast fashion that keeps this predicament from being solved. I feel like there is a Tesla—and the result is so much pollution that getting a good look at the stars is One cannot blame customers for buying items that are considered fast fashion when name practically impossible without going to space, not to mention that the debris will brand clothing companies charge double the price. Companies such as Zara, Forever 21 and lot of empty space in eventually make it dangerous to exit the atmosphere. Shein, all of which mass-produce affordable clothing, are staple clothing brands for those Speaking of going to space, the qualifications for travelling to the ISS shopping on a budget. Not to mention, it is not just the companies that use a fast fashion have gone from having months of training and a PhD to $35,000, because not business model that often choose production over human decency. Hundreds of widespread the middle. Maybe even the cosmos is safe from corporate greed. There is no practical reason to go name brands have faced controversy for mistreatment and underpayment of labor workers, to space besides science experiments, yet here we are: space tourism. Elon owning thousands of poorly monitorized sweatshops. It is repugnant to shame one for increase the font size, Musk even wants to colonize Mars and, as expected as the son of an purchasing clothing from fast fashion companies when it is almost unavoidable to shop from apartheid-era emerald miner, included an indentured servitude system for those unblemished brands. unable to afford the journey. So what is the solution to this the Loudspeaker Staff Policy too. Nice use of destructive fashion cycle? Though there is Any article, letter or editorial cartoon submitted to the Loudspeaker will be The pre-corporate global system for space exploration was far from no single answer, there are things that one considered for publication only if the submission includes full name, grade perfect, but at least it was a joint effort. We were all working together for the and phone number. Letters should address one idea and should not exceed clipart, though! -Mo can individually do to lessen the effects. 150 words. We reserve the right not to return any unpublished letters. sole purpose of scientific advancement, and it resulted in countless discoveries Published letters are subject to verification and editing; submissions should Rather than discarding clothing when it rips be labeled the Loudspeaker and given to Mrs. Struve, room B209. the for the betterment of humanity. Once the private sector entered, though, things or gets a stain, one can do his/her best to Loudspeaker is a forum for the discussion of issues relevant to the students became about making money, even if it ruins the night sky for everyone with of Fort Mill High School. It informs the students through timely news repair the imperfection and extend the use of stories and entertains them through responsible features and columns. the Maybe center these probes. Maybe it was naïve of me, but I just hoped that space could not just be the item. When looking to purchase new Loudspeaker encourages students, staff members and the public to voice the product of human collaboration, but stay that way. their opinions on the current events and issues relating to FMHS through two articles down here clothes, one could explore charity shops in personal columns or signed letters to the editor. Columns and letters will his/her local area or swap clothes with a be edited for clarity, length and grammar as well as libelous or so that pictures in the inappropriate content. Any mistakes made by staff members are in the friend or family member. According to a name of learning and will be corrected in a timely fashion. Please note that opinions expressed in editorials or personal columns are not those of middle align with the fixing fashion report, extending the active the Loudspeaker staff or FMHS administration, faculty and staff, but are life of 50% of clothing in the UK would save those of the author who submitted the letter only. the Loudspeaker is text box above them to composed and published in a classroom/laboratory setting at Fort Mill 8% carbon, 10% water and 4% waste per High School. just make it look more metric ton of clothing. To simply put it, one the Loudspeaker symmetrical. Also if you can buy less and wear more. Newspaper Advisor: Angela Struve Editors In Chief: Reagan White and Lily Margeson fix the align there will Front Page Editor: Madelyn Prickett In the News Editor: Gracie Johnson be less white space Columns Editor: Mo Serafin The Hive Editor: Lily Margeson and u could fill with Opinions Editor: Caroline Wollenhaupt Health and Lifestyles Editor: Evelyn Ealey more clipart? -gracie Photo courtesy of Priscilla Entertainment Editor: Reagan White Vanartsdalen TikTok “influencers” By: Evelyn Ealey Family vloggers In 2019, the social media app TikTok surged into popularity, and its creators By: Madelyn Prickett became idols for the younger generation. TikTok is essentially a newer version of the Family vloggers such as The ACE Family and the app Musical.ly, both of which feature short videos typically 15 seconds in length. As SHAYTARDS have a combined YouTube subscription You need to fix the titles TikTok became more mainstream, content creators such as Charli D'amelio, Dixie audience of 23.9 million viewers. Thousands of people each D'amelio and Addison Rae grew to stardom. As the app grew, so did their platforms, day watch videos entitled “CATHERINE TRIED TO CUT and spacing issues. Maybe and I believe that with such large followings, they should use them in constructive OUR SON’S HAIR...AND RUINED IT!!!” and “THAT and positive ways. FREAKiN HURTS” which show their families engaged in a you could put the staff Influencers should use their platforms to variety of activities. These vlogs showcase the entire send positive messages to their viewers and spread families—from baby to parent. They may entertain a great number of people; however, I believe that family vloggers awareness to social issues. TikTok has typically been Photo courtesy of Madelyn policy somewhere else. a place to share silly videos rather than global news are immoral and unethical. Prickett and important messages. As creators have continued The main issue with family vloggers is that the children are typically the center of -Madelyn Prickett to gain followers, some are beginning to reach out attention. They are the ones who captivate the audience and increase subscribers. Many of and share information with their young audience. the younger children are unable to say no to their parents. Some videos even showcase the TikToker Sienna Gomez encourages body positivity, children throwing tantrums or crying because they do not want to be filmed. To make matters while fellow creator Amelie Zilber shines a spotlight worse, parents will create videos about the times they throw fits and receive consequences for on social issues. They both have a following of over their actions. Take a look at the Labrant family’s videos. A few of their video titles include, five million, and with each of their videos getting “Times Everleigh Cried on Camera” and “Posie got Punishment for the first time. (She was over two million views, they reach a large audience. crying).” From birth, the children’s lives are being documented for the rest of the world to If more influencers use their voices like Gomez and see. Zilber, the younger generation will be full of Former YouTube channel DaddyOFive is a prime example that showcases the Photo courtesy of Evelyn Ealey informed, active citizens who are more confident in problems of family vloggers. The vlogging family included Mike and Heather Martin, along themselves. with their five children. The channel focused on daily vlogging and “prank” videos. I think that creators should also use their platform as a way to help expand However, their “prank” videos consisted of physically and emotionally abusing their their career. Take Addison Rae for example. She started out her influencer career on children. Eventually, the parents lost custody of two children, and the YouTube channel was TikTok, and eventually branched out into acting, hosting and even into the makeup terminated. Before the channel was disbanded, the family still earned money from the industry. She has accomplished so many things because of TikTok that most likely abusive content. would not have happened if she had decided to stay in college. All TikTokers should Because the minimum age of creating a YouTube channel is 13 years old, I propose find ways to develop their career beyond TikTok, striving not to put all their eggs in that if one posts a video of their child, that child should be at least 13 years old. With these one basket. family vloggers, many of the children are too young to give consent. If parents still want to Having a substantial amount of followers comes with responsibility to post videos about their families, I propose that they should focus on their parenting instead of oneself and to their followers. Famous TikTokers have a great platform to better showing videos of their children. This can still involve their children, but in a way where the their own careers while also helping spread awareness and positivity that some of children are no longer the main focus. Ultimately, the main question should always be: “Is their younger followers need. this vlog content an exploitation of kids for money?” << agreeing w/ madelyn here; 7 Health and Lifestyles 7 everything should be aligned w/ the 7s. By:Fact Caroline Wollenhaupt Or Myth: Do carrots really help night vision? were the page Carrots are a staple to many household dishes, a part of many snacks taken to school and included in most rations served to military services. Unless someone hates carrots or is allergic to them, chances are most people are eating them at least once a week and for good reason. They are healthy, and as everyone’s moms have once said, they are good for The biggest issue was the thinner, it’d be improving eyesight! Well, they do not, and anyone who believes they do, are victims of World War II propaganda. This carrot myth dates back to the early 1940s, when the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force was targeting and shooting down German bombers efficiently during the night. When they were using a new radar system called the Airborne Interception Radar, the RAF announced that the continuous intake of carrots was the reason behind their success. This alignment of all the articles. near-perfect. -lily :) claim was a cover-up to hide their advanced technology; they put the statement on posters and kept it around for decades. While it was never clear if the Nazis were fooled, it is pretty obvious that the general public was. Besides that, it looks nice. To avoid any major confusion, it should be known that carrots are still very healthy, just not how many people believe them to be. Carrots contain the full health package: beta-carotene (which turns into vitamin A), antioxidants, fiber and potassium, just to name a few. They are potentially believed to help reduce cancer and are a major benefactor to healthy weight loss. Carrots also The myth that carrots help eyesight -Madelyn Prickett help people to maintain good eyesight, not increase it. “I do not believe eating carrots helps with eyesight,” Junior Lily has been around for decades now, when really, this old wives’ tale is not Shortes said, “Because I was told it was tested and disproved.” The common conception in the infamous carrot myth is that as true as it seems. beta-carotene increases night vision, when most people today believe it just improves eyesight in general, but the myth is not true. Vitamin A in carrots plays a crucial role in vision because it cleans out the corneas and reduces the oxidative Photo courtesy of Google images stress that blue light puts on the eyes. Carrots do not help increase night vision in any way, but they do keep a good immune system and are key in growing and development. Click the picture you want to be in the Just like any other food product or drink out there, too many carrots can overwhelm the body with vitamins. Oddly enough, this phenomenon is called carotenemia, which background, right click it, choose order, This is super cute good is caused by having too much beta-carotene in the bloodstream. The phrase “you are what you eat,” really comes into play here, because all that beta-carotene will turn the skin job!! Lily and madelyn orange! Nobody wants to live life and walk around like a carrot, so next time carrots are an option for the meal, eat the correct amount, and do not fall for an old wives’ tale. and move to back summarized pretty well! -reag Screentime Energy drinks By: Reagan White By: Gracie Johnson In agreeance with everyone In the age of technology, reducing screen time seems like an almost For many students, a common necessity to survive a prolonged school day is impossible task. Over the past year, in the wake of the COVID-19 situation, the only else here, when you fix the some form of a caffeine booster, whether that be in form of a coffee, caffeinated tea or the way to complete schoolwork, spend time interacting with others and generally be ever-so-popular energy drinks. Redbulls, Monsters, Bangs and Celsius are among the margins it’ll look perfect! productive is online, so why would anyone need to reduce it? On one hand, the role many energy drinks consumed daily by millions of people around the world. Energy Amazing work! - Caroline that technology has played in students' education is vital to slowing the spread of the drinks have their pros and are typically viewed as a convenient, inexpensive source to infamous COVID-19 virus. On the other hand, numerous studies have linked more boost performance. However, the question to consider is whether or not the negatives than two hours spent online to higher levels of mental illness and dissatisfaction with outweigh the positives. If you fix the page adjustments life. According to the Washington Post, American teenagers spend an average of According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, adolescents between the ages you will have a lot more space to seven hours and 22 minutes online every day—not including time spent doing school of 12 and 18 should consume no more than 100 mg of caffeine per day. A Bang, or work. expand your pictures and you containing a serving size of 16oz, contains 300 mg of caffeine alone. If a high school However obvious it becomes to the general public that excess screen time student was to consume this drink, he/she would be tripling the recommended caffeine can add more clipart. Also degrades the quality of life, it would be a gross understatement to say that breaking a intake suggested for his/her age. For many teens, the dangers of consuming an excessive maybe try to level out the bottom tech addiction is hard. Many students, such as Fort Mill High School Senior Micah amount of caffeine are unknown, partly because the convenient drinks appear to be a Harrington, feel the effects of tech addiction: “I feel like I’m definitely addicted to harmless energy booster. Some energy drinks even promote themselves in appealing ways, of the page so the caption and my phone, but I’m trying to work on it and read more instead.” deeming themselves “all-natural” or “dietary supplements.” However, the sugar-rich and ending article align with each One of the most popular ways students can fight the addiction is through poorly nutritive ingredients contained in most energy drinks are anything but natural. distraction. For example, taking up new hobbies such as listening to podcasts or other -Gracie Taurine, a common ingredient found in Red Bulls and Monster Energy, is an amino acid reading can be a great way to occupy the time. Making phone calls instead of texting that regulates the amount of water and minerals in the blood. When consumed in large friends has also been shown to improve mental health. Another popular method is to amounts, with other ingredients in energy drinks, taurine can cause dangerously low blood Excellent layout! When set screen time limitations in the settings on devices. For an extra push, letting a pressure. Rapid heart beat, anxiety, sleep problems and digestive issues are just a few of (responsible) friend choose the screen time password will ensure this method is a the many side effects resulting from high caffeine consumption. success. From a psychological perspective, energy drinks you fix the margins, I With the staggering amount of time the modern teenager spends online, it can be viewed as an addictive source. Many claim that they makes sense some have realized and taken action to protect themselves against the find it difficult to complete their daily tasks without the would suggest making harmful effects. Despite all the unfortunate events over the past year, boost of a caffeinated drink, especially for those working self-improvement is a great way to make a difference in the new year. early shifts and long hours. “Energy drinks help me wake up and stay awake throughout the day,” Sophomore all the images larger to Brandon Elliot stated. “Without them I feel like I’m going The screen time function is very to fall asleep, and I can't pay attention very well.” fill in that space. helpful to those who want to be Caffeinated drinks are not always a harmful source of mindful of how they spend their energy, as long as they are consumed in the regulated time. On most devices, this amounts. It is better to confront teens about the unhealthy Maybe make the titles function can be found in settings. effects of energy drinks now to prevent further damage to larger as well. Just a Photo courtesy of Reagan White their well-being in the future.

Bangs, Monsters and Red Bulls have become couple of minor very popular amongst high school students. However, what most don't know, is the harmful effects they can have on one’s body. changes besides that. Elderberry boost! By: Evelyn Ealey Photo courtesy of Gracie Johnson -Mo Nowadays, everyone is on high alert for even the slightest sicknesses, and it has become a top priority for people to take extra care of their bodies and immune systems. Whether it is the flu or a stomach bug, there are numerous natural remedies that can help boost immunity. Foods such as turmeric, green tea and ginger can be found in local grocery stores and can be used to combat a nasty cold. However, there is one powerful berry that is taking the world by storm: elderberry. This small fruit packs a powerful punch, and it is being used all over the country as a remedy for stomach aches, colds and even the flu. Elderberry is a small, dark purple berry that is native to almost all seven continents and has been used by ancient people for centuries. Today, elderberry is typically made into a syrup that is taken by the teaspoon similar to a cough medicine. The antioxidants that are found in elderberries are what make them so effective in treating diseases. Although elderberry is strong, it cannot cure illnesses; it has only been proven to alleviate symptoms. Multiple studies have shown that people with cold and flu symptoms who have taken elderberry syrup saw significant improvement of symptoms in just two to four days. Elderberry is not just for sicknesses, though; it can also be beneficial for one’s skin. The American Nutrition Association has said that Vitamin A found in elderberries can help prevent acne and reduce wrinkles. It may seem that elderberry is difficult to find, but it is much more common than one might think. Sweet’s Syrup is a locally-owned business that provides homemade elderberry syrup to the Fort Mill community. The company’s syrup is made with organic ingredients including cloves, raw honey, cinnamon, ginger and of course; elderberry. Sweet’s Syrup can be found at the Peach Stand, Juice Bar and the Tega Cay Pharmacy. A large franchise that has hopped on the elderberry trend is Clean Juice. Clean Juice sells elderberries in the form of cold-pressed juice wellness shots and in an elderberry bowl. The wellness shot consists of organic apple, lemon, ginger and elderberry, while the bowl has a blend of various fruits and elderberries. Many people may be skeptical to try elderberry for the first time, but the benefits speak for themselves. Junior Evan Mucciarone says, “I would try it [elderberry] because berries have properties that are generally good for humans by both ingesting and topical treatments.” Trying a new remedy can always be a little nerve-wracking, but helping a small business while also improving the immune system is worth it in the end. Especially during this time, the world could use all of the health benefits it can get, and elderberry is definitely worth a shot (pun intended). Elderberry is the newest health remedy taking the world by storm. This small berry can pack a powerful punch and combat even the nastiest cold.

Photo courtesy of Evelyn Ealey 8 Entertainment 8 pog, and dare i Revival pog, and dare i By: Evelyn Ealey say, champ. By: Reagan White At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, production for various television programs Over the last couple of years, several artists of the past have regained and movies were shut down or postponed, so many people opted to rewatch their favorite say, champ. great job, popularity with the younger generation. Queen, Elton John and Abba have emerged from childhood shows through streaming services such as Disney + and Netflix. These platforms the shadows and re-entered the spotlight, often decades after their original debut. With house several of the nostalgic shows and movies that viewers crave, including a few great job, albeit a bit this in mind, it is no surprise that Fleetwood Mac, a popular hippie band in the 70s, memorable Nickelodeon hit series from the 2010s. iCarly was a Nickelodeon fan- favorite, re-entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart late last year. and one of its most successful and iconic series, with many fans hoping for a reboot. On albeit a bit crammed. -lily In its heyday, Fleetwood Mac graced the charts along with bands such as the December 9, that wish came true when former cast member, Jerry Trainer, tweeted saying he Beatles, the Rolling Stones and other classic rock giants. What set Fleetwood Mac apart had been working on a sequel to the beloved series. The new program is set to release in 2021 crammed. -lily =) was the fact that the group took inspiration from the primarily Black music form of and will be coming to viewers everywhere through the upcoming Paramount+ streaming blues. The group's guitarist, Peter Green, has acknowledged the influence of blues service. several times throughout his career: “We don’t try to imitate black men, but we do iCarly was one of the longest running and most =) follow their style.” Fast forward nearly five decades, and Fleetwood Mac is still finding popular Nickelodeon shows, airing 97 episodes from popularity with new audiences. However, the key to the band's reemergence is one that 2007-2012 and receiving five Emmy nominations for the members never would have dreamed of when they debuted: the Internet. Outstanding Children's Program. The audience followed Nathan Apodaca, who goes by 420doggface208 on TikTok, skyrocketed young Carly Shay attempting to navigate high school, while Fleetwood Mac’s song “Rumors” back on the charts in October 2020 with a single viral also having one of the biggest web shows on the internet. video. A Fleetwood Mac song plays in the background of Apodaca's TikTok, which Alongside Carly on her internet journey are her friends Sam depicted him skateboarding down a road while drinking a bottle of cranberry juice. The and Gibby, videographer Freddie and her older brother video has over 75 million views. According to ABC News, the song “Rumors” saw a Fans have been binge watching iCarly There were a few spacing Spencer. Although few plot details have been disclosed to on Netflix in anticipation of the new 374% increase in streams in the days after the video was released. The video became so the public, the iCarly series finale depicted Carly on a plane reboot. Miranda Cosgrove shared this popular that even Fleetwood Mac drummer, Mick Fleetwood, joined in on the trend. “I to Italy to live with her dad, so some fans think the spinoff picture of the cast on set of the new issues. Just fix those. I remember seeing that video,” Fort Mill High School Senior Merrick Rees said, “The may be taking place after she has moved back to the U.S. as show. vibes in it were so good.” an adult. Junior Kate Hollis says, “I think the new show will Photo courtesy of Miranda Cosgrove's really like the video game The trend of younger be about them all grown up what their lives are like now.” Instagram (@mirandacosgrove) generations discovering older music on social media platforms such as TikTok Miranda Cosgrove, Nathan Kress and Jerry Trainor have confirmed their roles as thing in the middle. is a power which the music industry is Carly Shay, Freddie Benson and Spencer Shay; however, Jennette McCurdy and Noah paying attention to. A few pessimistic Munck will not be reprising their roles as Sam and Gibby. Jay Kogen and Ali Schouten are -Madelyn Prickett trend forecasters have even predicted the new writer and producer of the spinoff, in replacement of Dan Schneider. Although fans that such platforms will become rife will miss Schneider’s writing and Sam and Gibby’s witty one-liners, they are even more with the corruption that is seen eager to meet some of the new characters that will be introduced. elsewhere in the music industry. For the Fleetwood Mac, despite having its heyday in the 70's, is Cast members have already spent their first day on set together and are anxious to time being; however, everybody seems making a comeback in the 21st century. Platforms such share their work with the public. This unforgettable show is guaranteed to make nostalgic I LOVE the switch it to agree with the drummer's sentiment: as TikTok have aided the group’s success. viewers of the original “feel so wonderful” and appeal to new viewers with its comedic looks so sick. Also “cranberries and dreams are a good Photo courtesy of Reagan White relatability. 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