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September 2017 Meade County High School @mchs_thecurrent Volume 16, Issue 1 CurrentThe Adams adopts orphan from China PAULETTE BLACK when I touched his bed. It Assistant Editor was just heart-wrenching,” Adams said. For years Principal Marc With the addition of Adams and his wife, Leslie, Gavin, the Adams family felt like they were meant to now has three boys, leaving adopt a child, and for years the parents outnumbered. they tried putting it on the “I already can’t imagine back burner but every time our family without him. It’s they did it came back up. like he’s always been there. So, for the last couple of He’s perfect,” Adams said. years they have been in the One of the coolest co- process of adopting their incidences of the adoption newest son, Gavin. is that Gavin’s best friend On July 12, after a long from his orphanage was ad- wait, they were finally able opted by a family in Louis- to embark on their journey ville. to China to meet the new- “It’s truly God’s work est member of the Adams’ that in this great big world family. that we live in that two best They spent 2 ½ weeks friends from the other side in China traveling with six of the world can end up liv- other families who were also ing 45 minutes away from adopting. On “Gotcha Day” each other, and we plan to Adams and his wife were keep these boys close as taken to an office building they grow older,” Adams where the families anxious- said. ly waited for their children Photo submitted The family is excited to to arrive. Five minutes after meeting Gavin, Principal Marc Adams and his wife, Leslie, pose for their have welcomed Gavin into first “selfie” together. The families were not their family and hope to teach him about his culture given a specific time for tures of Gavin and had re- he immediately reached for the orphanage and bed and heritage as he grows. their children to arrive. All ceived medical records, but my wife,” Adams said. where Gavin had slept for They also plan to take the they knew was that the or- on July 17 they met Gavin While in China the the last two years. family to China once Gavin phanage would deliver them in person for the first time. couple was able to do a little “When Gavin saw his is in high school so he can between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. They had sent him a sight seeing and explored crib he freaked out because once again see Zhengzhou. “I was sitting there package before they met some of Chinese culture. he thought we were tak- “People ask us ‘Why working on getting camer- him which contained toys, They even spent their ten ing him back. I was sur- China’ and I respond, as ready and almost right at family pictures and a dis- year wedding anniversary prised because he was in ‘That’s where our son was,’ 8 a.m. the first kid to walk posable camera. The camera in Bejing. After they had a great orphanage. They that’s where we were called in was Gavin. My wife saw was sent so that the family picked up Gavin they were cared for him and there was to go, and I truly believe him and jumped up, and could have pictures of his taken to meet the nannies a lot of love, but for me to Gavin was meant for us. I didn’t have our camera time in the orphanage. and foster parents who had process that’s what they That’s where he was so ready,” Adams said. “It was the most amaz- looked after him through- consider ‘great’ was just that’s where we had to go,” In the weeks leading up ing thing because he recog- out his life. heart-wrenching to me. The Adams said. to “Gotcha Day” the Adams’ nized us immediately, and They were also shown hardest moment for me was family Studenthad only seen pic- government drives meetings and promotes school spirit EVAN SMILEY niors, two sophomores, two Public Relations freshmen and two crown Specialist bearers. All candidates will be recognized at halftime MCHS jumped back on Sept. 29 at Hamilton into action on Aug. 9 with Field. a fresh start for the new During the first club school year. Little did the week, all classes met to have students know, there would their class meetings. SGA be many changes to enhance continued the new tradi- student involvement. tion of a student led school The Student Govern- by leading these meetings. ment Association (SGA) At each class meeting, stu- met with Principal Marc dents were reminded of the Adams Aug. 2 before Open football parade, “The Wave House. He informed the Pool” and open sign ups for group of elected leaders that powder puff football. they would be in charge of Once each officer spoke, all assemblies and class the students participated in meetings for the new school a game of Speak Out™ to year. see who can speak out the “I feel more connect- Photo by Tori Lawrence best! ed to what we’re doing in MCHS students demonstrate their school spirit in “The Wave Pool” at a Friday night football game. After SGA finished their school now. Listening to program, Principal Marc the students talk opposed to ing the various sports and such as renaming the stu- of most school spirit. Adams had a presentation teachers is less like being in clubs that are offered in our dent section “The Wave “I feel like the renamed for school development as the classroom and more like school. Pool,” powder puff football student section has given us well as informing under- just having a conversation “I think that being able and reviving the football more of a powerful title and classmen about CERT. with peers,” junior Libbee to lead all of our meet- homecoming parade. has increased our student “I have been very im- Galloway said. ings shows just how stu- “The Wave Pool” has participation at all sports by pressed with their work so On opening day, SGA dent-driven our school is. already become a huge suc- a huge amount,” senior Ca- far! It has caused some of held the first annual stu- This also helps establish cess for this school year. At sey Love said. them to step out of their dent led assembly. Student an environment that allows each home football game, The Football Home- comfort zones to lead meet- Body President, Christo- students to step up and take the student that shows the coming parade has great ings and speak, but it has pher Lancaster, opened the charge in how they want most school spirit is given participation with nine brought awareness to the meeting with remarks about their school to function,” the Spirit Award to hold clubs, sports and other behind-the-scenes work how he is merely a student Lancaster said. until the next game where groups creating floats. Each that this group has been do- and has sat in the same seats Officers also introduced they can defend their title class is also represented ing for years. I am excited as everyone else for the past the student body to the or pass the torch. So far, se- with a float. This parade will for our student-driven fu- three years. SGA officers new ideas that will be im- niors Jake Wright and Matt feature the Homecoming ture at MCHS,” SGA advi- continued to tell the histo- plemented this school year Collard have held the title Court of 20 seniors, two ju- sor Kelly Holley said. ry of MCHS by introduc- NEWS...... News ...... 2 2 Opinion ...... 4 Features ...... 6 Entertainment ...... 10 Sports ...... 13 PAGE 2 September 2017 • The Current • @meadenewspaper NEWS Choir members Tucker Day makes a lasting impact attend 4th district MEGHAN ALLISON CIARA BENHAM News Editor Opinion Editor Campbellsville University to rehearse for the 4th dis- Children, teens and The University of trict concert. adults all gathered in Down- Campbellsville invites The two groups were town Brandenburg on Sept. schools across the district separated into junior and 9 to celebrate Tucker Day. to participate in the 4th senior choirs This day is in honor of District Honors Choir. On The freshmen that at- Tucker Wimpee who was Sept. 18-19, twenty-seven tended were Jasmine tragically killed in a murder De- MCHS chorus students at- suicide in 2013. Beauchamp; Trent Fout; tended the event. People of all ages en- Shane Jones; Ethan Mc- Under the supervision joyed what Tucker Day had Cormik; Annie Meeks; of choral directors Derek to offer. The festival ran from Cierra Redmond; Shel- Crafton and Shaune Re- noon to 7 p.m. and every- Photo Submitted by Ray; Blake Richerson; bilas, the students went thing was free. There were Stevie Gibson helps visitors make keychains by hand at the Charlie Saylor, Kyle Smith; Boyscounts booth. to Central Hardin High lots of games for children to Amerie Trogner and Anna School (CHHS) on the entertain themselves with, Whelan. that would be built in our filled with laughs as differ- evening of Sept. 18. The while adults spoke to the The upperclassmen community and hopefully ent businesses supported honors choir reviewed five different businesses there were Ciara Benham; Bob- other places as well. Tucker’s Tucker Day by being there songs that each school had supporting Tucker Day. by Blankenship; Matthew Place would be a place for with games and different previously practiced. There were different inflat- Blevins; Kara Brady; Kaden kids where they can talk and activities for the kids. Each There were many dif- ables for the children along Ennis; Caleb Greenwell; hang out with the different business had something ferent language songs sung with small, but fun, games Emily Jackey; Casey Rich- volunteers after school. to do or give advice. Some at the event. A few pieces that children could play. ards; Elizabeth Richerson; Starting in 2014, Tuck- businesses brought games included “Tree of Peace,” “My favorite part of Andrea Ruiz; John Mi- er Day was a private event. with small prizes while oth- “Gloria” and “Abendfrie- Tucker Day was having the chael Saylor, Clay Sipes; It wasn’t until 2015 that the ers brought food to give out de.” The main composer chance to take part and help Heavyn Taylor; Clay Sipes second Saturday in Sep- for free. There was even a was Tony Cunha, and he out while watching how and Peyton Wolverton. tember was officially named tent to get balloons. directed all the students much fun people were hav- The honors choir Tucker day. It was on Aug. The volunteers were a together. ing in the activities,” junior brought 285 musically in- 13, 2014 that the declara- big part of helping to make Music teachers from Juliette Alflen said. clined students together to tion become official. Tucker Day such a huge across the district con- Since this tragedy, the perform in the Campbells- Each year there has been success. Multiple students ducted over 280 students at family worked to get a bill ville chapel. food, games and music, but spent hours of their Satur- CHHS to prepare for the “It was a wonderful known as The Tucker Act this year there was a new day helping out at booths or following day. experience that allowed me signed which now does not edition. Karaoke was from directing traffic. Junior Payten Wolver- to meet people with same require Child Protective 2-4 p.m. while prizes were “I found volunteering ton said that one of her interests as me,” senior Services (CPS) to call and announced at 5 p.m. Vol- very enjoyable, bringing favorite things about the Kara Brady said. schedule a meeting; they unteers got the competition everyone together to raise event was singing and per- After practicing for six now show up unannounced. started by asking the visitors awareness really made the forming with people from and a half hours the choirs There are also plans to if they wanted to hear Phil- experience worthwhile,” ju- different counties. performed a two-hour give scholarships to Tucker’s ip Wimpee sing, and they nior Crystal Humphrey said. On the morning of concert for their parents, class, the current MCHS gladly voiced their approval. Sept. 19, the selected teachers and Campbells- juniors., and another goal is All of Tucker Day was MCHS students went to ville students. Tucker’s Place—a building Students experience once in a lifetime event JADE SIPES you have the chance to safe- Ads Manager ly remove your solar glasses and look at the sun. Totality On Aug. 21, MCHS could be viewed from Hop- students had the chance to kinsville, Ky. observe a natural phenom- The longest possible so- enon. lar eclipse is around seven The 2019 total solar minutes and won’t occur eclipse, nicknamed “The until June 13, 2132. Great American Eclipse,” History teacher Jason is the first of its kind wit- Scott traveled to Lewisburg, nessed in the United States Ky. to watch the eclipse. since Feb. 1979. The last “It’s one of the unforget- time a total eclipse could table experiences, my favor- be viewed coast to coast ite part of the eclipse was was nearly 100 years ago in Business Teacher Kyle Mel- Photos by Emma Barr being able to take my kids 1918. loy looks into the sky with Students stand on the cafeteria balcony to watch the height and experiencing it with my The school distributed his solar eclipse glasses of totality for Meade County. 80 year old mother,” Scott solar glasses and ushered along with the rest of MCHS. said. the students out to take a witnessed partial coverage path that stretched 65 miles “It was a unique experi- The next viewable total peek at the unique state of at MCHS. from Oregon to South Car- ence, and I’m glad I was able solar eclipse in the United the sky. As a precaution, “I thought it would be olina. 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With the new school season putting an emphasis on school spirit, it should be no surprise that new ideas as well as events are coming back to MCHS. This in- cludes bringing back the no- torious Powder Puff league. Powder Puff football is Photo Submitted Logan English, Robert Butler, Jasey Allen and Hailee Risen a flag football tournament Photo by Paulette Black judge livestock at the Kentucky State Fair. played by all-girl teams Powder Puff juniors compete against sophomores. while male students cheer KARISSA ERVIN they did. for them on the sidelines. on, the winners of the third ending with a winning score Staff Writer Junior Brooklyn Short en- The League consists of game will play each other of 20-14. On Aug. 18 MCHS FFA joyed attending the fair with her one team per grade. Each during the final champion- On Sept. 18, the second members traveled to Louisville fellow FFA members. team chose a color theme ship game in front of the games were a success for the to attend the annual Kentucky “My group and I walked to represent them. This whole school. freshmen and the sopho- State Fair. Members showed off around and observed different year the teams chose seniors “This was probably mores as both teams won their livestock and helped judge exhibits such as paintings, fish as black, juniors as white, my favorite idea that got during their separate games. and place other livestock. tanks and plant entries. We even sophomores as orange and brought back to our school. The freshmen won Junior Emily Vaughn got to enjoy the great food and the freshman team as hot Having more activities like against the seniors 14-6. showed sheep and pigs. Re- listen to amazing performances,” pink. Powder Puff is a good way Also, the sophomores won cieving Grand Champion Spot Short said. Every Tuesday since for students to get involved with an eight-point lead Breeding Gilt; sophomore Jay- Afterwards, members were Aug. 29 team members and just have a lot of fun in against the juniors, leaving cie Barger showed beef; fresh- allowed to walk around and look joined together for their general. I’ve had a great time each team with a current men Brayden Allgood, Julianne at the exhibits. Members also practices to get ready for the practicing and playing with record of 1-1 for wins and Faulkner and sophomore Kaley rode rides, played games and tournament games. my teammates,” senior run- losses. Mills showed goats. Sophomores enjoyed the food the fair had to The tournament bracket ning back Sarah Hall said. During the third game Jasey Allen, Cecilia Banks, Aus- offer. was set up so that in the first On Sept. 11 the Powder on Sept. 26, the juniors will tin Pike, Kaley Mills and fresh- FFA sponsor, Noel Pack, playoff games the seniors Puff league played their first face the seniors and fresh- man Mimi Stull showed pigs. won first place in the watermelon played against the sopho- game. When the seniors men will face the sopho- Seniors Logan English, eating contest. mores and the juniors went played the sophomores, the mores. Hailee Risen, junior Robert “We watched local FFA up against the freshmen. two classes were neck and The outcomes of these Butler, sophomores Jasey Allen, members exhibit their livestock Then in the second game neck until the last second games will leave one up- Jaycie Barger, Kaley Mills, Ce- and watched the biggest pump- the freshmen faced the se- when Hall scored a touch- perclassman team and one cilia Banks, Austin Pike judged kin weigh-off. We got to look niors and the juniors faced down. This put the team underclassmen team to sheep, goats, pigs and cattle. They at the exhibits from all over the the sophomores. This way ahead ending with a final play each other in the fi- judged and placed the animals, state that people enter, like pho- the winners of this game score of 18-12. As for the nal championship game on then gave a set of reasons as to tography and quilting,” Pack said. would play each other and freshmen against juniors, Sept. 29 to determine the why they judged them the way so on for the losing teams in the juniors were in the lead overall winner. Newsthe third game. Briefs From there keeping it “Current” from around the country and around the world Roman city found Irma leaves a path Clown spotted at underwater of destruction IT screening Since 2010, archaeologists have been Hurricane Irma has left a path of de- Twitter user @HG_Hobes, a.k.a Chris, looking for signs of a Roman city, and it struction in its wake, leaving over 6.6 attended the screening of the new mov- was finally found. The city is known as million people without power. Irma ie remake of Stephen King’s IT, when he Neapolis and it was washed away by a devastated multiple cities around the spotted a clown holding a red balloon tsunami around 1700 years ago. The US, including: Florida, Georgia, South sitting in an empty theater. Chris de- city included streets, monuments, and Carolina, North Carolina, and Ala- cided to stay and watch the horror flick around a hundred tanks used to produce bama. Irma bounced off Cuba before even with the creepy clown. Chris start- garum. Garum is a fermented fish sauce hitting Florida, where it missed many ed taking pictures and uploading to his that was a popular condiment in Ancient major cities. Irma missed Key West Twitter account when the clown moved Greece and Rome, it was sometimes re- and Miami, but Miami did feel the im- from his seat and started wondering ferred to as Rome’s ketchup. The ruins pact with rain and wind. Irma also went around. After the movie, Chris decid- stretch out almost 50 acres and was fi- between Tampa and Orlando sparing ed to confront the clown and struck up nally found due to favorable weather both cities from getting hit directly. a conversation, the clown turned out conditions. The ruins are located by People located in Miami are frustrated to be a nice guy. A woman replied to modern day Nabeul in the north-east due to the lack of work on getting the Chris’s original tweet saying she was part of Tunisia. power up and running. behind the whole stunt with the clown. PAGE 4 September 2017 • The Current • @meadenewspaper OPINION Forced down a path of uncertainty Editorial from the Editor-in-Chief

EMMA BARR MCHS Career Pathways also make it impos- Editor-in-Chief sible to fit every student’s dream into a specified category. There are so many different career op- We are told to dream big. We are told we can tions. There is no possible way for MCHS to offer do anything we set our minds to. We are told we a class for all of them, but they must be prepared can be anything we want to be. to accommodate all students’ needs. Careers such However, The Current Editorial Board agrees as law and cosmetology are very popular in today’s that our district’s actions do not support these generation, but there are no classes that pertain dubious ambitions. Instead we are expected to to these specific careers. Sure students can choose know exactly what we want our future to look like from a plethora of business, math and social stud- when we begin the transition from middle to high ies classes but how does that prepare them for school. If that was not bad enough, we must mold their future of law or makeup? our dreams to fit into one specific Career Pathway The disposal of other career pathways, such as even if our career choice is not an option at all. EMS/EMT and Firefighting at the Area Tech- Students are told to be themselves and do nology Center, has created even more stumbling what will make them happy, but how is that pos- Cartoon by Lia Hobbs blocks for students throughout our campus. Com- sible when they have to figure out what they love other career avenues. pleting their career pathway has become an unat- before they enter ninth grade? I understand that these career pathways do tainable feat because the state has terminated the As a ninth grader I thought that I wanted to not determine what students do after they grad- program due to undetermined reasons. Many se- be an elementary school teacher, but since I had uate high school but once students begin on one niors that had chosen these Career Pathways will the option to take an assortment of electives my path they cannot deviate from it unless they want not graduate as “completers” due to the closure of freshman year I have since changed my ideal ca- to walk the line without being dubbed career these programs. Other programs - creative writ- reer to journalism. I would not have realized my ready. ing, psychology and plenty of others - have also passion for the written word if it was not for the The truth of the matter is some students who been cut from students’ schedules. diversity of classes that MCHS provided in 2014. will graduate with the title “career ready,” are ac- So ya dream big, little elementary schoolers Gone are those glorious days! Now we are tually much less qualified to start working out while you still can. told which classes we must take to become “career of high school than many of those who have not ready.” Instead of trying a variety of courses, we completed their pathway. Some students who al- This editorial is based off the consensus of The -Cur are thrown into classes that pertain to our specif- ready work in high school are offered positions rent staff ’s Editorial Board. If you have any questions ic career path. We must complete a total of four before they even graduate - especially tradesmen or comments, contact Editor-in-Chief, Emma Barr at before graduating leaving no time for discovering and student’s with internships. [email protected] Don’t die of laughter CIARA BENHAM a peer says he or she wants to Janae Eggleston, bluntly Opinion Editor die, all that is heard is a chorus tweeted “I am going to kill of peers saying they do too. myself today” enhanced with a We are living in a society smiley face emoji, and just like where being suicidal is wavering I might, her followers scrolled on the line of tragic and comical. by. That day she did commit How did such a dark subject suicide, and then, all too late, her become the center of reliability? account flooded with messages More importantly, how do we of sympathy. know who to take seriously It is horrifying to me that when they make these bold, but we live in a world where you highly accepted statements? can publish your suicide note, These comments are and your cry for help could If you spend ten minutes in quickly written off as being be silenced by laughs. When a high school classroom, you will harmless jokes, and some of we start making suicidal jokes to the Parent Resource Program, trauma. It is a horrifying reality undoubtedly hear someone say my peers may tell you to stop casual, we start making suicide “More teenagers and young that will haunt you consistently. something along the lines of “I being so sensitive. Offensive itself nonchalant. adults die from suicide than from Every time I open want to die,” or “this makes me humor is nothing new, and I am I will be the first to admit cancer, heart disease, AIDS, Twitter I see a tweet about death want to shoot myself.” The topic just as guilty as the next person that I, and people I consider birth defects, stroke, pneumonia, and dying with thousands of of suicide has lost its shock value. of laughing at something not friends, contribute to this influenza, and chronic lung retweets. Thousands of people Five years ago if a classmate meant to be funny. However, problem. We are teenagers disease, COMBINED.” relate to the topic of wanting said they wanted to end their these “jokes” aren’t playful, they accustomed to hopping on the For those who have to end their life, and someone life, the room would fill with are essentially stripping away the bandwagon, even if it’s fatal. It experienced mental illness, in that pool of accounts that an uncomfortable silence and severity of mental illness. is time we put an end to being especially to the degree of thought it was funny is someone he or she would be sent to the Suicide rates among teens casually suicidal before more suicidal thoughts/actions, there who is actively suicidal. counselor’s office. Instead of have skyrocketed, and according people put an end to their lives. showing genuine concern, when is no laughter to be tied to the A 16-year-old girl, Keira Stop hovering, start discovering CAITLYN RISKY right direction. Parent’s should like a marionette, pulling the Staff Writer be checking on their children, strings with their command. but there comes a point where For instance, the new apps being a helicopter parent needs parents can install to track where to stop. their child is going and how fast Eventually, a parent has to they are driving. let their child go. The bond be- Another example is when tween a parent and a child needs a parent takes their teen’s phone to be built on trust and respect. every night to search it. These A teenager needs freedom and cases of privacy invasion can be- privacy; they also need to feel come ridiculous. comfort confiding in their par- Although parenting is dif- ents with life issues. ferent for every adult, I do not Today’s generation thrives The more privacy a parent under the feeling of constantly be shared throughout the par- believe this is how it should on social media. This society gives their child the easier it will being reprimanded by parental ent-child relationship. work. lives, eats and breathes Twitter, be for them to come to the adult authority. If a teen has a background The relationship between Instagram, Facebook, Youtube for advice. Too much parental su- of heinous decisions and a ten- a parent and a child should etc. I’m not saying that is a bad Some adults can belittle pervision only adds onto the dency to be untrustworthy, then be held on both ends. Parents thing, but more often than not it their teen’s dilemmas by saying overwhelming emotions going it is understandable to keep an should give their teens privacy can lead to troubling situations. phrases along the lines of “you through a teen’s mind. When an eye on them. However, there are and trust; likewise, teenagers To some parents, their teens haven’t seen life yet,” or “what adult searches a teen’s personal still times when it becomes too should give their parents a rea- need to be supervised, spied-on do you have to worry about?” belongings, the lack of trust is much and space should be given. son they should be trusted. and monitored. Parents peek But we as teens can stress more evident and causes a teen to be- Parents tend to act like they As contradictory as it into the personal life of their than expected. Children tend to come more isolated and private own their child; they should sounds, privacy is the key to be- child to “advise” them in the feel paranoid, stressed or anxious with information that should control their child’s every move ing involved in your child’s life.

THE CURRENT MANAGING EDITOR: Loraine Himmelhaver EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Emma Barr FEATURES EDITOR: Kenzie Fockler EDITORIAL POLICY: ASSISTANT EDITOR: Paulette Black PHOTOGRAPHER: Tori Lawrence The Current accepts student-submitted letters to the editor. PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST: Evan Smiley Unsolicited editorials and letters to the editor are accepted. We DESIGN EDITOR: Erika Biddle reserve the right to edit this material so long as the meaning CARTOONIST: Lia Hobbs remains unchanged. The Current staff leaves the right to edit or NEWS EDITOR: Meghan Allison censor its contents to the student staff and editors. The unsigned STAFF WRITER: Britnee Dial editorial opinions are those of the editorial staff. Any signed ASST. NEWS EDITOR: Anastasia Basham editorial represents the opinion of the writer and not that of the STAFF WRITER: Caitlyn Risky staff or Meade County High School. All letters to the editor must ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR: Andrea Ruiz STAFF WRITER: Jeff Pretchel be signed. Submit letters to [email protected] STAFF WRITER: OPINION EDITOR: Ciara Benham Karissa Ervin SPORTS EDITORS: Makenna Gonsalves STAFF WRITER: Savannah Reed ASST. SPORTS EDITOR: Daniel Schoonover ADS MANAGER: Jade Sipes STAFF WRITER: Sydney Crosslin PAGE 5 September 2017 • The Current • Opinion

LISTEN TO THE STUDENT VOICE A survey was sent out to the entire student body Dear with questions regarding the start of the school year and the upcoming fall season. Here were the results: What’s your favorite thing about fall? ABBY HAVE YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED Dear Abby, I have developed romantic feelings toward a close friend. They are affecting my ability to be a good friend to her. If I say something, I risk losing someone I am very close to, but if I don’t, I may continue to push her away. I have been stuck in a limbo for a while. What would you do? -AFriendInLove

Pumpkin Dear AFriendInLove, Football Halloween When it’s spice Season over everything I am just going to be completely honest with you. You have one life. Don’t regret any of it. So with that said, I also believe you should just screw it. You heard me. Let go of the What are you doing on fall break? friendship and just go for it. If you’re developing these romantic and affectionate feelings for a friend, you’re probably miserable anyway. I mean just think about it. Realistically, can you do this forever? No. Can you actually deal with this pain and this longing for an indefinite period of time? Uhh nope. Can you really endure the nagging moments of feeling like a third-wheel and being friend-zoned? Another no. Well I mean you could if you were planning to regret all your life decisions. But seriously, let’s face it, you like this person too much to just be their buddy or pal. It’s not fair to either of you if you’re not being honest. I say you should just dive right into the pool of love; go headfirst without any second thoughts or hesitations. Just tell her how it is. The worse case scenario is that the love pool wasn’t deep and was actually shallow water so you just face planted into the concrete floor. Going Working, Spending Sleeping somewhere like always time with And if worse did come to worse, at least you took a chance on love and you tried your best. warm friends If your feelings aren’t reciprocated and the friendship falls apart, well of course that’s devastating. That is probably like REALLY depressing kind of devastation. But nothing a How is your school year so far? little ice cream and tissues couldn’t fix, right? You need to understand that it would’ve been devastating either way. If you hadn’t said anything, it would’ve felt excruciatingly painful. You probably wouldn’t even attempt to find someone else. I believe we all have experienced that miraculous moment when our brains pondered that wonderful question of “Why would you need anyone else when you’re already spending all your time with someone you love?” At least now you know how she feels and you can start to move on. You don›t have to worry as much. Plus, you would no longer have to be frantically waiting for something that’s not going to happen like they do in the movies. That›s why I look at it this way: There are only a handful of people you really connect with in this world. There are only so many people you automatically feel that vibe with, so you can’t My classes and Not bad, but I I’m ready I’vehad a grades are both need to stop pro- for rocky start, let your fear get in the way of going after someone you love. Don’t let your fear block you from great! crastinating... summer but I’m hopeful experiencing something that could be potentially the greatest thing that has ever happened in your life. Do you go to football games? So with that being said, if you find yourself in this unfortunate situation of falling for a close friend, my advice to you is to always just tell them. You could be straightforward, cheesy, nonchalant but please don›t hold it from them. Yes, I know you’re risking your entire reputation, your social status, your so-called “friends” and your seat at the lunch table, but you owe it to yourself to take those risks. In order for anything spontaneous to happen in your boring teenage-life, you have to be the one to spring it forward and take those chances. You have to take care of yourself and not worry so much about what other people will say or think. Honestly, do you know what happens to people who never took chances or were always frozen in fear? They become the scary old cat ladies and the crazy old men whotake placebo prescriptions to aid their nonexistent diagnoses. Avoid becoming a cat lady or crazy man taking Xanax and just go tell her already before it’s too late!! I never miss a Only the I’d rather stay Always, chance to show home games in bed I’m on the Love Always, school spirit! team Abby History crumbles to the ground TORI LAWRENCE commemorating a loss of any was never the correct answer, Photographer kind, it should remain as is. so he dedicated this new part I find it appalling that some of his life to reconnecting the people today are vandalizing North and South in unity. memorials dedicated to People fail to realize soldiers. that life in America was In Lynchburg, Va., very different 150 years Randolph College decided ago when this was taking to take down a statue of place. Even with the society George Morgan Jones, then accustomed to having whom had affiliation with the slaves, Lee still realized confederacy. His name isn’t the immorality behind it, Imagine school without one you hear often; however, as he stated once, “In this a history class. Some people the history Jones is known for enlightened age, there are may find that gratifying, is being a successful business few I believe, but what will man in the late 1800s and names of fallen soldiers Unfortunately, I believe acknowledge, that slavery as though others, like me, during the Civil War. that supporters of this do not know the importance of donating a large portion an institution is a moral & of his money to establish These are just a few know who this general really political evil in any control”. being educated on American examples. was. history. Randolph College. Turns out, By the words he said his only connection to the In a poll conducted Lee was a man of faith and the mentality he had, I Currently there is a lot by Reuters, Ipsos and the and did not agree with any of debate about getting rid confederacy is being a cook believe he would be appalled who never exceeded the rank University of Virginia Center type of war, as he said years by the adversity we live in of confederate monuments, for Politics, 57 percent of after the Civil War “though and they are coming down of a buck private. today. In West Palm Beach, Americans believe the statues [I was] opposed to secession I would like to make it all across the United States. should remain. That is over and deprecating war I could I believe that by removing Fla., protesters spray painted clear that I in no way support vulgar words on a memorial twice the amount as the take no part in an invasion of slavery, I just believe that monuments we are erasing 26 percent who think they the southern states.” All Lee history. in a cemetery dedicated to historical monuments should the “memory of Confederate should be removed. wanted to do was protect the not be removed because we Memorials are However several states place he loved. something that should soldiers.” learn from our past. Later in Ellicott City, are removing monuments Even after surrendering never be disturbed. If there such as the Robert E. Lee to General Ulysses S. Grant is a monument of any sort Md., city workers removed a memorial listing over 90 statue. in 1865, Lee still believed war DO YOU NEED ADVICE? LETTERS to the EDITOR DEAR Let voice be heard! Send us your opinion ABBY and it could be published! SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION! E-mail [email protected] Unsolicited editorials and letters to the editor are accepted. We reserve the right to edit this material so long as the E-mail Mrs. Himmelhaver with a question and an anonymous name and meaning remains unchanged. The Current staff leaves the right to edit or censor its contents to the student staff and editors. The unsigned editorial opinions are those of the editorial staff. Any signed editorial represents the opin- Abby may feature you in the paper. ion of the writer and not that of the staff or Meade County High School. All letters to the editor must be signed. PAGE 6 September 2017 • The Current • @mchs_thecurrent FEATURES

Before I die...

Senior, Austin Oehler Sophomore, Abigail Nott “I’ve always thought it “I want to chase a tornado would be cool to live because it will probably be peacefully with nature.” the only thing to sweep me off my feet.”

Senior, Hailey Mattingly “I’m really passionate about politics and I think it’s something I can do to make a positive impact on the world.”

Junior, Victoria Diaz Freshman, Jace Cowman

“I want the experience, “I’ve seen other people and I’m just a wild do it and it looks fun. It person.” seems thrilling too.” PAGE 7 September 2017 • The Current • Features Painting the town On fire for science ANASTASIA BASHAM LIA HOBBS Assistant News Editor Cartoonist Imagine you are going to a doctor’s appointment and as Nick Funk is a well you’re walking to the door, a known science teacher at rock is laying in the bushes. MCHS, even to those who As you get closer, something don’t have him in class. His is different about this rock, method of teaching far ex- it is painted in bright pink ceeds the requirements set with a red heart on top of it. by the state of Kentucky. On the back of it, the word “Each day is what you “Brandenburg” is written and make it. You can either be happy or miserable. The this simple gesture makes Photo by Emma Barr you smile. All over the city choice is yours,” Funk said. of Brandenburg, people are run wild, they are also a fun Funk has always been finding these painted rocks. way to bring the family to- interested in the studies of People of Brandenburg gether. Many families walk science, especially biology have begun painting and hid- on trails or drive, searching and the way the universe ing these rocks all over the for different rocks. This allows works. Driven by his love Photo by Tori Lawrence city. The community has col- bonding time between family of science and inspired by members. It also makes meet- Funk amazes his students with an experiment where he laborated and created a group his mother and wife- two lights magnesium on fire. called Brandenburg Rocks. ing people easier, which is ex- teachers themselves, Funk actly the purpose of Branden- dedicated himself to teach- This group is dedicated to drop an egg from a two For example, in a previ- burg Rocks. ing. painting, hiding and even meter distance, have it ous year, Funk’s AP biol- The rocks are hidden ev- Over the course of ten finding rocks. These rocks gently touch the ground, ogy class attempted to get erywhere from stores, post of- years, Funk has taught are a symbol of unity to help then come back up without ducklings to imprint on fices and even doctor’s offices. eighth grade science, inte- bring the community togeth- cracking. The only materi- him. While this experiment Many rocks can be found on grated one and two, animal er. als given for this project did not have the result they the scenic trails of Buttermilk sciences, biology, and AP Citizens of all ages, from are mesh for the egg, pa- planned, Funk was able to Falls. Visitors hide the rocks biology. His time teaching young to the old are partici- per clips and rubber bands. test how the minds of his under bushes, in tree stumps middle schoolers was spent pating in painting, hiding and This project is Funk’s way students worked. and along the edge of the at Radcliff Middle. finding these colorful cre- of trying to see the students’ On top of teaching high trails. Sophomore Isabella During his teaching ations. Many people are in- thinking process. schoolers, Funk also makes Sullivan is a frequent visitor years, Funk has experienced volved in this group and every “Mr. Funk is really the time for personal inter- of the Falls and has found many memorable moments rock found brings a sense of an outstanding teacher. I ests. rocks as she goes on her runs. with his students. joy to the finder. mean, we’re learning all the He loves to spend time “I like the idea a lot. I The thing he values The rocks can be painted required material for the with his family, including myself have participated in most about his time spent by anyone and in anyway their class and we still have time a wife and three kids. His it with friends and hid rocks teaching is the relation- imagination sees fit as a fun to sacrifice eggs in the name three children are Zeke, around Brandenburg. I think ships that he’s formed with way to get creative without of science in crazy bun- Berkly and Maddox. Zeke it’s a good way of getting kids students. Funk is known for harming the environment. gee experiments and then and Berkly are three-year- to go outside and explore,” trying to engage students Flat and smooth rocks are proceed to nail Mr. Funk old twins and Maddox is Sullivan said. in his class and make it so usually the ideal rocks to dec- with paper airplanes to test seven years old. More and more locals are they are truly learning the orate, as the smooth surface aerodynamics. It’s the little Time apart from his getting out to hunt or hide material. allows for a shiny coat and things that Funk makes family is usually spent for these rocks. The community Many teachers only clear image. Simple shapes time for which makes AP sports such as football, bas- even created a Facebook page hand out the assignments such as stars, hearts and smi- Bio my favorite class,” ju- ketball and softball. A lot to allow locals to show off the and have everyone take ley faces are often painted on nior Cameron Poff said. of his other time is spent rocks they have found as well notes over what’s on the the rocks. Some visitors will Funk is known for his relaxing at the Ohio River as the rocks they have painted. board. This is the exact op- also paint colorful words such creative experiments which near his house. Funk also Soon there may be so many posite of the way Funk runs as names, sayings or just the help students become more runs a shirt making busi- rocks, that the entire city of his classroom. word Brandenburg. open minded, test new hy- ness on the side of teaching Brandenburg will be painted! At the beginning of Not only do the rocks al- pothesis and explore ideas. and raising a family. low for your imagination to each year, he has students PAGE 8 September 2017 • The Current • Features Fighting student debt Mexico to DANIEL SCHOONOVER Assistant Sports Meade County Editor ANDREA RUIZ Entertainment Editor Do you need financial aid when it comes to col- ALL RESPONSES lege? Then Scholly is the HAVE BEEN TRANS- app for you. The app itself LATED FROM SPANISH is free to use though the TO ENGLISH full version costs a monthly Junior Francisco Ochoa subscription of $2.99. By recently moved from the purchasing the full version, city of Guadalajara Jalisco you can see all scholarships in Mexico this school year. that you qualify for. “I did not want to live in The app is easy to use, Mexico anymore. My family you simply enter your per- lives here,” Ochoa said. sonal information and the Although Ochoa misses “My friends and I of- app matches you with all the friends and family he ten communicate through the scholarships that apply left behind, he is happy to translators,”Ochoa said. to you. it is a wonderful deal. apply for it and how much make new friends and see Three times a week, The company that With the $3 you spend money the scholarship will the part of his family that Ochoa works at El Cami- created this handy app is you have the chance to give you. lives in Kentucky. no’s, a local Mexican restau- Scholly, Inc. They created earn thousands of dollars If you want to apply for “My sister lives here, she rant in Brandenburg run by the app to help graduates in scholarships for college. it, simply click the name of is 26 years old. Two of my his uncle. When he is not and current high school You can also visit the devel- the scholarship and it will cousins, Carla Bravo and working, he enjoys spending students earn scholarships opers website: myscholly. give you a link straight to Luis Bravo, live and attend time with his pet, a chihua- to put toward their educa- com. the website with the online school here as well,” Ochoa hua named Stitch. tion. Scholly was published application. said. Ochoa also enjoys play- The app opens a whole as an app on Nov. 16, 2015. This app was created Ochoa lives with his sis- ing soccer, a sport he was new world of possibilities. Since it was released, it has because people believed ter so he can be a student at a part of at his previous Did you know that you helped thousands of stu- that everyone should be MCHS. His favorite part school. He cannot play due could get a $1,000 schol- dents win over a total of able to have access to a about the school is the kind to a mix up with his transfer arship for simply being $70,000,000 in scholarship quality education that suits students and polite staff. but hopes he can participate left-handed? Even being awards and that number their personal needs. “My favorite subject is soon. the child of a bookkeeper continues to grow. Regardless of where math. My teacher is very In the future, Ochoa could score you a scholar- Once you receive all of you’re from, who you are or good at helping me under- plans on completing high ship; proof is in fine print the scholarships you can what you have, they believe stand,” Ochoa said. school at MCHS and be- on Scholly. apply for, it will tell you the that everyone deserves a Though there are lan- coming a professional soccer Even though the app name of the scholarship, chance at a successful edu- guage barriers to overcome, player. Along with becom- does cost money in order to how many days you have to cation. Ochoa is determined to ing a professional athlete, he unlock the full experience, make friends and finish his wants to study sports mar- studies at MCHS. keting. Check, mate nce EVAN SMILEY pon Public Relations a Specialist One of many new things that MCHS has to offer for ime... this school year is the Chess Club. This club is open to all students throughout the school and already has 30 stu- Darlah Zweifel tells us children, and what prob- dents and is still growing! Another goal for the of her favorite book... ably happened to many “I was trying to organize Chess Club is to share the Asking a librarian more children like them something along the lines of a game of chess by offering les- what her favorite book is years ago. The Tennessee gamers club when Mr.Dailey sons and strategies for those can be very daunting. I Children’s Home Society offered the suggestion of a who do not know how to read so many books during Orphanage really existed. Chess Club. I noticed stu- play the game. There is also the year that it is difficult The children tell their dents in the library playing a chance for those who con- to choose just one. story of how they were chess last spring as well. So, sider themselves “experts” to When I was asked to taken from their parents I felt the idea would be well share their passion and skill tell about a favorite book, and what happened to received here at the high in the game. I decided to tell about my them as they waited for school. So, I wrote a letter, “My favorite part of favorite book that I read their parents to come pick it was voted on and here we Chess Club is knowing that this summer. them up from the orphan- are now!” Chess Club Adviser I will be able to learn differ- I read many wonderful age. touched my heart. To me, Tara Kinney said. ent ideas and strategies with books this summer but the The story is paral- the sign of a good book At the first meeting, the a variety of students and to one I would like to share lelled with a modern day is when it sticks with you members of chess club elect- be involved with those who is Before We Were Yours by story of a young woman long after you finish read- ed their officers for the club. enjoy the same hobbies I do,” Lisa Wingate. This book who learns that her grand- ing it. The officers elected were: Secretary Ivy Taylor said. tells the story of children mother, who is suffering The children in this President Evan Smiley, Vice The main goal for this taken from their family’s from Alzheimer’s,has a book haunted my thoughts President Logan Myers, Sec- club is to be active in the Mississippi River shanty- secret that connects her to long after I finished it. retary Ivy Taylor, Treasurer community. Plans are in place boat in 1939. the Tennessee Children’s I experienced this read Abagail Susman and Tourna- for a community service proj- The events of this book Home Society Orphanage. through an audio book. ment Adviser Colin Neal. ect by volunteering at local are based on a true story I like this book because it I enjoy listening to audio The chess club has several nursing homes. Any student which makes it even more tells about a true event in books, especially when the ideas for the new school year. is welcome to join the chess engaging to read about history through a story of readers use accents and A program of work has al- club if they want to make a what happens to these these fictional characters. dialects to make the char- ready been put into progress. difference in their commu- I enjoy historical fiction acters come to life. The goal for the club is to nity. because it is an engaging If you have never en- bring cheer to the community If you are interested in way to learn about events joyed an audio book, I by having scheduled visits to joining the Chess Club any- in history. encourage you to try one. the nursing homes and reha- time throughout the school I get so engrossed in Why not try Before We bilitation centers of Meade year, email Adviser Tara Kin- the characters and their Were Yours by Lisa Wing- County to play board games ney at tara.kinney@meade. lives. This story really ate. kyschools.us or find an officer Layout by Paulette Black and socialize with our elders. to get signed up! STULL’S COUNTRY STORE Since 1972 ‘‘Step back in time with old fashioned sales and services” Have a 4385 Rhodelia Road Payneville, Kentucky 40157 270.496.4169 great Follow us on Facebook MARLINDA STULL www. STULLCOUNTRYSTORE.COM 812.968.9283 [email protected] Fall WILSON’S BAIT & TACKLE NOW OPEN 24-7 Break!

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Comfort is back in ways include a cute and morning when you need to fashion, which turns these comfortable pair of sandals, get the mail. You strap on previously ugly styles into a but what if that same pair your sandals and head to- good one. could also last you through ward the mailbox, but figure Media exposure of fash- PAULETTE BLACK the fall? This is where socks extravagant. Some people out halfway through that ion models wearing socks Assistant Editor come in. were shocked at how easily there is no mail on Sundays and sandals has created a For most of the cen- In 2006 Taylor Swift Swift made the transition, and you got up for nothing. worldwide trend for them. tury, socks have been hid- released her first self ti- and some were even upset Though those situa- Now, they are used from den and ignored. Wearing tled album and the 16 year because they couldn’t say tions seems like the per- going to the grocery store socks with sandals has been old country star slowly that they listened to country fect opportunity to wear to cute school outfits. something your grandfather strummed her way into our music anymore. this stylish trend, some say No matter which fac- wears to the grocery store. hearts. Her albums have pro- there is more to this cloth- et of the socks and sandal Now that socks and Before becoming the gressively become more Pop ing piece than meets the trend you channel, millions sandals are back in style, star she is today, Swift was and in 2014 she released eye. worldwide will have warm people use them as standard just an ordinary teen trying 1989. She showed her hat- For designers, socks and stylish feet this fall! items, fashion statements to make it in the music busi- ers that she could “Shake It ness. She asked her family to Off ” by dancing in tutus, as move them from Reading, a cheerleader and in a vari- School Pa. to Nashville, Tenn. and, ety of other styles. The al- after a lot of begging, she bum also features the song succeeded. “Blank Space” the music Life Hacks At 10 years old I video of which shows Tay- thought that Taylor Swift’s lor slowly having a mental success story was the cool- breakdown over a guy. est thing I had ever heard of. Swift’s biggest claim to Notebooks Within the last ten years it’s fame are her songs devoted to singing about her lat- If your notebooks all look the same, color a bit of the page undeniable that Tay-Tay has changed a lot since her “girl est boy drama. Whether it’s tops so you can differentiate between them in your backpack. next door” days. “Teardrops on my Guitar,” In the beginning, Taylor “Mine” or “We Are Never would toss her mess of curls Ever Getting Back Togeth- To-Do lists around as she sang about er” Swift’s fans, or “Swift- Use Post-It notes to make weekly to-do lists – you will always her latest boy break up. To ies,” made it a game to figure be able to change them out as you get things done. make sure that her signature out who the song was dedi- hair flip became known she cated to. made it the cover of her al- Swift has never been Topics for essays bum Fearless. I think some known for being good at If you are able to choose a topic for a paper, pick one that of us may remember the shaking it off, and it has days of dancing in the mir- caused a lot of “Bad Blood.” infuriates you. You will be able to rant for hours and the pages ror to “You Belong With That’s why when she re- will fly by. Me” while singing into your leased the first song from her hair brush. upcoming album Reputation, After two albums which “Look What You Made Me Notes centered around her some- Do,” it was obvious that it When taking notes in class leave a few pages in the front for what country roots, Swift was pointed at her recent feud with a particular rapper traded in her boots for heels, a table of contents. This will make it easier at the end of the started wearing her classic and his wife. There were a lot of mixed year to study from once you have a full notebook. red lipstick and released the album Red. Red was Swift’s reviews of “Look What You first attempt at transition- Made Me Do,” but as Taylor Late night homework ing from Country to main- Swift herself would say, “The If you’re up late doing homework, listen to Hans Zimmer Pan- stream Pop. old Taylor is dead.” So with Her songs started to be- this new album comes a new dora. 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PETA. MATCH1. “This is Zeus. He is a pure Sibe- rian Husky. He was born last February, so he is a little over a year and a half old. He is very loving and hyper. He is my best friend!”

ALEXIS BARR 2. “This is Enzo. He is a long- B. haired wiener dog. Enzo is my best friend. He is the sweetest dog you’ll ever meet and loves to play with other dogs. He loves swimming and relaxing 2. on the lake.” HALEY McKAY

C. 3. “This is Delinger. He is one of the best! He is loving, sweet and playful. He will always be my #1 Pet.” 3.

SYDNEY POWERS D. 4. “This is Chug-it. He is a lovable chihuahua/pug mix. He likes to cuddle, eat, and take lots of long naps.” 4. adorable pooches and four of their humans, which furry friend goes with each MCHS student? A man’s best friend is always there when you need to talk, go for a walk or laugh. Four LAYNA BOYKEN

Do you have a pet? Be featured by sending a picture of your favorite furry friend to our Entertainment Editor at [email protected] 3B, 2D, :1C, MATCHES Layout by: Emma Barr & Erika Biddle Horoscopes Dust: Elysium Tail SYDNEY CROSSLIN Aries- Your hard work Taurus- It’s your time Staff Writer is paying off, and your fu- in the lime light, Taurus, ture is looking bright, but try something new and let It usually takes entire don’t bite off more than go of the past. teams of skilled programmers, you can chew. designers, artists and musicians Gemini- Life may Cancer- Don’t be to create amazing games. Dust: seem hectic right now, but afraid to talk to new An Elysian Tail is, impressively things are slowing down. people this month. You enough, created almost entirely by a single person, and yet it’s Focus your attention on can benefit greatly from a game’s strengths. atmosphere. Soft and nostalgic what makes you happy. new adventure. of equal quality to many highly staffed games. What makes The characters play off each at times, dark and threatening Leo- You may be mis- Virgo- Allow others to Dean Dodril’s creation note- other well, and though you may at others, the songs always fit judged, but as the sign of help you. Your indepen- worthy, even four years after its not laugh at every joke, there’s the mood and pull you deeper the lion and “Lions don’t dence is valuable, but your initial release? Well, let’s take usually enough cleverness to at into the game. The rare mo- lose sleep over the opin- need for perfection may a closer look at the world he’s least draw out a smile. For the ments of silence are just as ions of sheep.” deflect care. created. most part, the voice actors did powerful. a good job. The voices fit the The game play style is an Libra- Scorpio- Stop stress- Our main character, Dust, Be kind to characters well, despite the oc- action platformer with several ing over problems you begins his journey in an admit- your mind and body this casionally overdramatic line. RPG elements. The combat it’s can’t fix. Focus your at- tedly cliché way; he wakes up month. You flourish in The graphics are abso- quite satisfying to knock the tention on your goals and with no memory of who he your work, but may find lutely amazing, perhaps even enemies around with the flashy aspirations, and don’t get is. Soon after he awakens, he’s yourself neglecting your the game’s strongest point. combos, but you often find caught up in the details. joined by a talking sword and health. Everything in this game, from yourself spamming the exact Sagittarius- You Capricorn- Spend its guardian, a small flying crea- ture known as Fidget. the scenery to the monsters, same buttons. are making great progress, some time with your fam- is hand painted. There is such The other main complaint but don’t let yourself fall ily this month, Capricorn. It’s quite hard to take things seriously with that start, care, so many details, in every is that the enemies’ strategy are behind. Find time to rest Your focus may have design. Each area has its own simplistic. You often see the so you can continue your distanced you from your but you’d be surprised at how invested you become in Dust’s unique atmosphere. Soft for- creatures standing stock-still, success. happiness. ests, vast underground caverns, just waiting for you to approach. Aquarius- Your Pisces- Your peers fate. The unexpected twists that will draw you in deeper to the bright and harsh volcanoes, Since the game normally has a peers may have helpful may have helpful advice mountains shrouded in snow— vivid world, this feels unnatural advice to ease your mind. to ease your mind. Reach story. It’s difficult to say much without running into spoilers, we won’t spoil it all, but suffice and takes away from the expe- Reach out to others for out to others for their to say that it’s very impressive. rience. their opinions before you opinions before you stress but the story line should defi- nitely be considered one of the The music also adds to the In general, the combat is stress too much. too much. the game’s weakest point. Overall though, the game VFW Breakfast is worth buying. The intrigue of the story and the gorgeous art make up for the more lacklus- 1st Saturday of the month ter combat. If your interest is piqued, you can find the game on Steam, GOG, Xbox, iOS, or VFW POST 11404 Auxiliary Playstation 4. 770 Bypass Road Enjoy exploring the re- markable world that Dodril has Brandenburg, KY 40108 created. PAGE 11 September 2017 • The Current • Entertainment ARTIST OF THE MONTH SAVANNAH REED cific types of tools you like to Staff Writer Willow Kultti use? Senior Willow Kultti is WK: With costumes I a model, enjoys drawing and use all types of material. I also also enters her cosplay (accu- work with LED lights and rately dressing up as a char- foam. For drawing I only use acter) pieces in competitions. pencils. This is what she would like to TC: Are there any artists say about her work and the that you admire and if so why? major part it plays in her life. WK: Don Kenn, because The Current (TC): What he does all of his drawings is your art/medium? on sticky notes. He uses pen Willow Kultti (WK): I so all of his mistakes are still like drawing, especially with there which makes it become granite pencils. I even do beautiful art. modeling, photography and TC: How has your art- I’m trying to get into acting. work improved over the years? Also, I make cosplay costumes WK: I’ve gotten more into the fine details of things and competitions involving it. any competitons with your seeing how other cosplayers runner-up. Sometimes I can even find a and have gotten more com- artwork? express themselves. TC: About how much fortable with it. photographer to pay me to WK: I do at least five TC: How do you over- time do you invest in your art? wear what I make. TC: Do you plan on us- competitions a year. On Octo- come creativity blocks? WK: Hours! I don’t stop ing any of these skills after TC: How do you show ber 28 I’m going for the grand WK: I just keep forcing working until it’s done. When your personality in your work? high school? prize of $600 in Louisville at it. If I get stuck, I just stick to I am working on a cosplay, I WK: I don’t plan to stop WK: Personally, when it the Convention Center next it. will wake up at 10 a.m. and go comes to design I don’t like to my art. Also, cosplay and act- to Kentucky Kingdom. Also, I TC: Who/what inspired to bed at 2 a.m. ing go with my art so I don’t stick to one style. I can dress get paid $75 per hour for each you to take this path? TC: How has your Goth one day and then prep- plan on stopping that either. modeling gig. WK: I always made worked changed your life? This is a side job but I want py the other. When I model I TC: What do you love clothes so my sister thought WK: It gives me some- can model different styles. My to study genetics in college. the most about your work? that I would do well making thing to do. If I feel down, Even though I know what most recent gig is a very girly WK: I really enjoy going cosplay costumes. She bought I can forget all my troubles type of fashion modeling. I want to study I haven’t yet to competitions that involve me my first ticket to the co- when I’m working. picked a school. TC: Have you ever done cosplay. I love the acting and splay convention and I got TC: Are there any spe- “It’s” not clowning around JEFF PRECHTEL the morbid horror genre it ad- movie is that eerie feeling in Staff Writer vertised. At one point it felt that your gut. The anticipation that the creators were trying too hard makes your stomach churn and SPOILER ALERT! Upon to make the movie scary. the occasional jump scares that first glance, the trailer for the Personally, the movie didn’t conceive your anxiety as a real- remake It appeared to contain even give me the slightest feel- ity. It is leaving that mystery and heart throbbing content and ing of being “spooked” after- a rare appearance of the actual an overall sadistic atmosphere. ward. The supernatural creatures antagonist. The bar was set pretty high for that Pennywise morphed into I felt that Pennywise was It, and many fans were eager were plain goofy and portrayed given too much screen time. He for the film’s release. Origi- something that would appear in talked too much and showed nally airing in Sept. of 1986, It Goosebumps. Moreso, the movie off so much that it took away is a two part special in which relied on predictable jump scares that mystery that makes you a demonic clown, Pennywise, and a seldom sadistic mood. however, the overall acting and one of those kids. His hilarious- anxious. Not to say the movie torments the local children of When I sat down and watched entertainment were great. I ly disgusting jokes and lowbrow wasn’t scary at all. It did have Derry, ME. Pennywise, also re- the initial five minutes I was thoroughly enjoyed watching humor had the whole theatre bits where the jump scares made ferred to as “It”, awakens from thrilled. The most shocking the adolescents of Derry roam chuckling. you pop a little and music that slumber roughly every twenty and scariest point in the movie the town. The special effects within made you feel uneasy, but it just seven years to wreak havoc in was when Georgie, Billy’s little I actually found a lot of the movie were eye-candy. From wasn’t enough to live up to the the small town. brother, had his arm quite liter- comedy within the film. You Pennywise manifesting from original hype. So, did Pennywise have ally bit off by Pennywise before know how when you were a projector screen as a giant to When remaking a movie us on the edge of our seat this being dragged into the storm transitioning from the little kid shapeshifting into an abstract based off of the masterful Ste- time? drain. Unfortunately, no other mindset to the teenager mind- painting character; it felt too phen King, everything has to be To be blunt, no. While the scene lived up to that. set, and anyone who cussed cartoonish. The main thing that executed perfectly or the criti- movie had a clear plot and in- The movie indeed was thought they were the cool kid makes a horror movie a horror cism will come in like an air- triguing atmosphere, it lacked missing the malicious intent; strike. on the block? Richie Tozier is Movie Remake tory Corner: JADE SIPES The role just wasn’t for her, Ads Manager her acting completely erased Baby’s determination and Dedicated to being lost Two minutes into the re- unadulterated sass that Grey S make of Dirty Dancing, the mastered so well in the 80s I have a creature inside me, iconic 80s film, I wanted to version of Dirty Dancing. Just growling and scratching to break free, petrifying me. turn my tv off and throw it when I thought it couldn’t get I try to keep quiet so I don’t reflect its bestial ways. out the window. Nonetheless, any worse, Baby couldn’t even It’s difficult to manage this aching feeling of poison flowing through my veins. quite reluctantly, for the sake dance by the end of the film, I am numb. of this article, I trudged on the dance scenes consisted of To get agitated by the internal conflict I deal with day-to-day is an understatement. through the musical. mostly upper body shots and I am a raging avalanche of colorful emotion that I can’t free in words of my own. By the end of the movie, swaying back and forth. I lean back and destroy myself as if it’s my routine, then to be burned and abused by I was really hoping I’d enjoy it The plot was the fi- the monster that continues to feed on my sorrows. despite my love for the origi- nal straw in this adaptation. From another’s perspective I am happy, dedicating, hopeful. nal. When the Houseman’s ar- But are they actually considering my mental well being or the fake mask I display? I didn’t have very hopes rive at Kellerman’s for the I am in the absence of all things positive, for Abigail Breslin, who was summers, it’s Mr. and Mrs. waiting to flee this prison of infinite gloom, but craving the heartbreak and pain in taking over Jennifer Grey’s Houseman are on the verge of the process. role of Baby Houseman, and a divorce. That isn’t even the I am numb. Colt Prattes, an actor who had most grating plot change. We A constant cul-de-sac or roadblock is standing in my way. big shoes to fill in takings over all know that Baby and John- It’s a frustrating journey you only wish to escape because no one understands. Patrick Swayze’s iconic role of ny’s wondrous summer fling Most people try, but my loss of words and construction makes my effort irrational Johnny. Well, what little hope could never possibly last, but, and meaningless. I had was crushed, in our hearts we convinced I wish to be revived; all that I hope for is to live again. “Dirty Dancing,” had ourselves it could. Unfortu- But wishing doesn’t get anyone where they want to be. the cliché issues that make nately, the creators of this ver- We don’t live in a fairy tale, miracles only happen to certain people, that could never remakes before it were also sion took it upon themselves happen to me, right? riddled with: the characters to create a new ending, giving I am numb. were hollow shells of them- Baby and unnamed husband I can only keep wishing that one day I will be fixed. selves and the storyline was and child who show up just Someone will come along to help me retrace my journey and find my broken pieces, given multiple unnecessary as we’re given the tiniest sliver carrying the shards in their arms. modifications. of hope that she may fall for They will be there with me at two in the morning trying to fit me back together like I’m warning you now, Johnny again. a puzzle, using all of the glue and tape possible. there will be spoilers ahead. In my opinion, the Dirty I will crave the warmth of someone who actually cares and is willing to be there and The obvious elephant in Dancing remake just wasn’t flood out the creature inside. the room is the Prattes’ por- good at all, not to say that They will extinguish the flames and smoke, withdraw the poison, and replace it with trayal of Johnny. The new there aren’t people who en- the hope I will recover. Johnny lacks the swagger and joyed it. If you did enjoy it, You can still be independent with someone by your side. unique good looks that sent that’s fine and dandy. Inter- I am numb, women of all ages into mass ested in the remake? Take a from the love and respect I deserved all along. hysteria. Prattes just doesn’t stab at it, maybe you’ll like bring the old charm that ra- it. But, like most remakes, it Written by Caitlyn Risky diate off the late Swayze. The tries too hard to live up to the same goes for Breslin’s Baby. original and misses the mark. September 2017 • The Current • Entertainment PAGE 12 Lipstick, lies and murder, oh my!

ERIKA BIDDLE a lie to say that PLL fans Design Editor weren’t thrilled when Toby’s girlfriend, Yvonne, died be- I’ve got secrets, but I cause then Spencer and Toby won’t keep them so beware were given a second chance of Pretty Little Liars (PLL) at happily ever after (Spoby spoilers ahead. forever). From the murder of Although season seven Archer Dunhill, aka El- was one for the books, like liott Rollins, to the reveal of any great television series, Spencer’s real birth mother, it had its flaws. Personally, to the marriage of Aria and my biggest grievance with Ezra, season seven of Pretty the final season of PLL is Little Liars takes us on a of course the recruitment of roller coaster of tragedies Aria to the A.D. team. Aria and shockers. Seasons one Charlotte’s plan, after being moment when it’s revealed Caleb eloped because Han- and the others have been through six were absolutely released from Welby, was to that Alison is pregnant with nah was supposed to go to through so much trauma to- thrilling but nothing com- continue her take down of Emily’s baby. For those of jail, everything worked out gether, and the fact that Aria pares to the finale. Hannah, Emily, Aria and you who haven’t seen season and we couldn’t have been would betray her friends and Marlene King, the direc- Spencer. seven, near the end of sea- more pleased when it was torture them further for her tor of PLL, never fails to sur- However, as the season son six Emily donates her announced that they were own selfish reasons is sicken- prise her audience, but the progressed it was very prom- eggs but A.D. steals them expecting a baby. After A.D. ing. However, Aria was back shockers in season seven will inent that Charlotte had and impregnates Alison with ruined their first wedding at- in fans good graces soon af- have you falling off your bed. nothing on the new villain them. A.D. has performed tempt, Aria and Ezra got the ter she quit the A.D. team. One of the biggest “trag- in town, Alex Drake (A.D.). some pretty vicious acts but fairy tale wedding that they Unfortunately, most edies” and shockers of season A.D. took torture to a whole this is just downright malice, dreamed of and were plan- PLL fans who lived vicari- seven is the death of Char- new level when she created a and PLL fans couldn’t love it ning on adopting a child af- ously through the show will lotte DiLaurentis and the disturbing board game that more. ter their honeymoon in Paris. have to get a life now that reveal of her killer, the in- forced the four girls to make On a happier note A.D.’s disgusting idea to im- the seven year roller coaster famous Mona Vanderwaal. impossible decisions. though, fans were stoked pregnate Alison with Emily’s has come to an end. Overall Although, in this scenario it Every moment of PLL when all their favorite cou- eggs, oddly enough, resulted though, PLL fans couldn’t be was hard not to be relieved has fans gasping for air, but ples ended up together. in the two growing closer happier with results of the fi- by Mona’s triumph since nothing compares to the Even though Hannah and and getting married. It’d be nal season.

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For more information contact Paul Martin at 270-668-9802! September 2017 • The Current • @mchs_thecurrent PAGE 13 SPORTS Greenwave Football Schedule 2017 Greenwaves crash Wildcat’s homecoming Aug. 18 Simon Kenton L 13-47 DANIEL SCHOONOVER Aug. 25 Anderson County W 48-6 Sept. 1 @Shelby County W 58-13 Assistant Sports Sept. 8 @Breck County W 41-0 Editor Sept. 15 @Franklin-Simpson W 24-21 Sept. 22 John Hardin Sept. 29 Christian Academy The Meade County Gre- Oct. 6 @North Hardin enwave football team traveled Oct. 13 Central Hardin Oct. 27 @Warren Central to Franklin-Simpson High School (FSHS) on Sept. 15 Head Coach: Larry Mofield and left with a 24-21 win. Ladywave They disappointed the Frank- Volleyball lin Simpson Wildcats on their homecoming night. Schedule 2017 FSHS hosted Meade County with a very welcom- ing parade of homecoming floats. All of their floats were Aug. 14 Corydon Central W 3-0 demonstrating how the Wild- Aug. 18 Edmonson County W 2-1 Photo by Daniel Schoonover Aug. 18 Owensboro W 2-0 cats would “stomp” the Gre- Greenwaves celebrate 24-21 win over Franklin-Simpson Wildcats on Sept. 15. Aug. 19 Breck County L 0-2 enwaves. One example was Aug. 19 Apollo W 2-1 Aug. 19 Daviess County W 2-0 a float that had a prop that a 7-0 lead over the Wildcats. defense. Without their defen- kicker missed a field goal. Aug. 21 @Hancock County W 3-0 resembled the Greenwave The Wildcats then scored sive stop near the end of the In frustration the Wildcats’ Aug. 22 Fredrick Fraize W 3-0 Aug. 24 Elizabethtown L 1-3 football player’s legs, which a touchdown and the extra game, my game-winning pass kicker took his helmet off and Aug. 28 @North Hardin W 3-0 were under a small house as in point tying the game. Bravo to Zach Babb would have managed to throw it about 60 Aug. 31 Owensboro W 1-3 Sept. 2 Barren County W 2-0 the scene from The Wizard of then kicked a 44-yard field meant nothing,” Zane Powers yards down the field. Maybe Sept. 2 John Hardin W 2-0 Oz. Little did they know, they goal which made the score said. he should have been playing Sept. 2 Murray W 2-0 10-7. However, the Wild- The Greenwaves ended Sept. 2 @Elizabethtown W 2-1 were only building up the quarterback. Sept. 2 Bowling Green W 3-0 Greenwaves confidence and cats scored another 7 points, the game with 112 yards “Our kids played ex- Sept. 5 Breck County W 3-2 putting them in the lead. De rushing and 140 yards pass- Sept. 7 @Fredrick Fraize W 3-0 the house fell on the wrong tremely hard and the seniors Sept. 8 Henderson County L 0-2 team. Shawn Welch scored the Gre- ing. The Greenwaves held the were great leaders, all players Spet. 8 Washington County W 2-0 The Greenwaves strug- enwaves second touchdown in Wildcats to 280 yards. were very resilient, they kept Sept. 9 Hanover W 2-0 Sept. 9 Boone County W 2-0 gled to the tune of a 2-9 re- the second half of the game. “We played well all grinding even though there Sept. 9 Logan County W 2-0 cord last season after losing After a couple of touchdowns, around, we didn’t lay down were many times that they Sept. 14 @Central Hardin L 0-3 Sept. 22 TBA 15 seniors. The FSHS Wild- Zach Babb scored another 7 and quit. We fought hard and could have folded up, they are Sept. 23 TBA cats had an impressive record points after catching a pass never gave up. We made good truly an outstanding group of Sept. 26 @Grayson County Sept. 28 @Breck County of 14-1 in the 2016 season. from Zane Powers that put plays on offense and stopped young men,” head coach Lar- Oct. 9 Hancock County But going into this game, the Meade County in the lead for the runs on defense,” wide re- ry Mofield said. Oct. 12 Daviess County Greenwaves are off to a 3-1 good with a score of 24-21. ceiver CJ Hylander said. The Greenwaves will be Head Coach: Morgan Benham record while the Wildcats are “I have to give credit to The lead changed hand hosting the Christian Acad- Greenwave 2-2. my offensive line. Not only several time and there was emy Centurions on Sept. Soccer The first touchdown of did we run the ball on them, nearly one flag on each team 29 for homecoming. After a the game was by Zach Babb we had more passing yards every two plays. FSHS had crushing 7-38 loss from the Schedule 2017 after catching a pass by Zane than rushing and that is all the chance to tie the game, Centurions in the 2016 sea- Powers. Luis Bravo then because of my front line. I but the Greenwaves earned son, the Greenwaves will be kicked the extra point making also have to give credit to my the win after the Wildcats out for revenge.

Aug. 15 @Nelson County W 1-0 Aug. 19 Apollo L 0-1 Aug. 22 @Desales L 2-4 Volleyball ranked 23rd in state Aug. 24 @PRP L 3-6 Aug. 29 North Hardin L 0-2 MAKENNA GONSALVES Aug. 31 @Corydon Central W 2-1 Sports Editor Sept. 2 Grayson County W 7-0 believe they are capable of be- Sept. 5 @Butler County W 10-2 Currently ranked 23rd coming a powerful team. Sept. 7 LaRue County W 7-0 This new profound be- Sept. 9 Butler L 1-5 in the state of Kentucky, the Sept. 9 Ohio County W 2-0 Lady Waves volleyball team lief paid off quickly when Sept. 12 @Central Hardin L 0-8 has a long win column with the Lady Waves won their Sept. 14 Bullitt Central second Hilliard Lyons Fall Sept. 16 John Hardin a record of 20 wins since the Sept. 19 Bardstown beginning of the season. The Classic title in the past three Sept. 28 New Albany season, beating the Lady Oct. 5 @Owensboro team only suffered four losses to Central Hardin Lady Bru- Panthers in three sets in the Head Coach: Matt Pollock ins, Elizabethtown Panthers, gold division championship David Craycroft and Nick Funk Breckinridge County Lady match, 16-25, 27-25, 25-10 Ladywave Tigers and Henderson Coun- on Sept. 2 at Charlie Rawl- Soccer ty Lady Colonels. ings Memorial Gymnasium. Schedule 2017 With their current wins, After the Elizabethtown the team is now number one match, Meade County ran in District 11. off six continuous wins – two District 11 volleyball during the week, three in pool play and a semifinal win over Aug. 14 @Corydon Central W 9-1 teams include: Hancock Aug. 16 Nelson County W 3-0 County, Meade County, the John Hardin Lady Bull- Aug. 21 @Bardstown L 0-4 dogs – before taking on the Aug. 23 @LaRue County W 5-0 Breckinridge County and Aug. 26 Owensboro Cath. L 1-6 Frederick Fraize. The Lady Lady Panthers again. Aug. 28 North Hardin W 4-0 Waves are leading in each sta- The coaches are very Aug. 30 @Elizabethtown T 0-0 proud of how much the team Sept. 5 John Hardin W 7-0 tistical board for the district Sept. 7 @Grayson County W 10-0 including top five in hitting has already achieved this Sept. 11 @Butler County W 11-0 percentage to digs and assists. season. It is evident to any- Sept. 16 @Apollo Photo by John Michael Saylor This home game against Elizabethtown resulted in a L (1-3). The Lady Waves one that these girls all know Sept. 18 Eastern The Meade County Lady at press time have an impressive 20 -4 record. Sept. 20 Breck County Waves made some major al- what they want to achieve as Sept. 25 @Central Hardin a team. There is no doubt that Sept. 27 @North Bullitt tercations after their four-set rotation to hide their weak- But what truly changed they will fight a strong fight Oct. 2 Fern Creek loss to the Elizabethtown nesses and focusing on their the outlook for this year’s vol- Oct. 4 @Bullitt East to accomplish what they want Lady Panthers on Aug. 24. strengths as a team. Each ro- leyball team was that Coach this year. Head Coach: Dan Shook Several tactical changes were tation and lineup changes for Morgan Benham might have made, like adjusting their each match. finally got the Lady Waves to Flaherty VALERO Hawaiians in Kentucky Good Luck Aloha! Looking for islanders that have a love for the food, culture, and want to share the Aloha spirit!

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is not one key player as all of the players are key. The advice he conveys is not that of intri- cacy, but that of great power. “Don’t think you’re by yourself, there are others there for you,” Craycroft said. His Photo by Makenna Gonsalves close connection to all of his And they’re off! The runners start their race off strong after the gun is fired. teammates creates more than just a competitive sports team, MAKENNA GONSALVES sides the past cancellations. “The first true meet of the but a family. Sports Editor The last two races the team season feels very late in the JEFFERY PRECHTEL “There are a lot of good attended were also not con- season due to some cancella- The Meade County cross Staff Writer teams within our region that ducted under traditional cir- tions beyond our control. Our country team traveled to Cen- we’ll have to work extra hard cumstances that the runners athletes were clearly anxious Since the age of six, Ju- tral Hardin on Sept. 16 to to beat,” Craycroft said. “I’m were used to. to run, but some, not having nior Mason Craycroft has compete in the annual ‘Fair- really thankful for everyone The cross country team been in a race situation in so trained on the soccer field. grounds Frenzy’. This race who comes to our games.” was also hindered with several long, looked a little ‘flat’ while He has been a part of Green- was the first official race of With such pressure put injured runners. It is not un- racing. Overall, we placed wave Soccer since the seventh the season for the team and it onto the team, a lot of support common for athletes to expe- well,” Assistant Coach Andrea grade. Craycroft serves as was hosted by Central Hardin and hours of practice will be rience injuries throughout the Bishop said. captain for his team this year. High school. necessary. Though the team is season. Shin splints, tendinitis Coach Larry Garner and “His work ethic is out- Although this race only the major aspect of winning, and sprained ankles are very Assistant Coach Jantzen were standing. His leadership re- marked the beginning of the the place they’re representing common injuries several run- very pleased with the team ally shines through during season, the Varsity boys and is also important. ners endure every year. But placement and several young- practice and on the field when girls managed to take 3rd in Crafycroft’s future lies being this early in the season er runners also really stood out he motivates his teammates,” both races with top ten finish- outside of soccer as he plans with several girls from the var- during that day. Assistant Coach Nick Funk ers Noah Schwartz, Jonnathan to go pre-med at the Univer- sity team already hurt, several Freshman Zoe Wilson said. Amaya, and Elizabeth Shan- sity of Kentucky, an endeavor other athletes were very wary impressed everyone as she Craycroft made it clear non. Also, JV boys and girls that takes a lot of time and towards this meet. placed 26th out of 97 girls in that through any hardship or both placed 2nd. dedication; however, he is sure These events may have set her first Varsity race. Sopho- obstacle, his teammates were Being the first official to reach that goal. the runners back, but as al- more Ryan Butler also looked the ones he could lean on for meet, the overall outcome ways, each athlete ran strong very strong as he placed 24th support. He reveals that there was very pleasing to both the and strived for their place in during the Varsity boys’ race coaches and the athletes be- the races. that morning. Shelbie Williams “Her strengths are her Soccer continues to roll understanding of the game. She knows where she needs to be successful,” junior Liam to be or where the ball needs Reff said. to be to create positive results. Then on Saturday Sept. Also, her athletic abilities are 2nd, the Greenwaves faced a valuable strength of hers - Grayson County High School she hardly ever gets tired and ending with a triumphant rarely needs to come out of shutout score of 7-0. Scoring a game.” Coach Dan Shook players being Mason Cray- said. croft, Brooks Nelson, Evan TORI LAWRENCE Williams dedication to Stewart, Alex Mercer, Seph Photographer the team and her accom- Lasley and twice by Spencer plishments on the field have Jenks. Senior Shelbie Williams not gone unnoticed. She was This victory put the Gre- has been selected to be this Photo by Mackenzie Fockler elected by her teammates as enwaves’ team back in busi- month’s Athlete of the Month one of the four team captains MACKENZIE FOCKLER to. It made us want to play ness and very much ready for for the Ladywave Soccer team. harder and get our game back for her leadership and positive Features Editor the rest of the season to come. Williams has been play- on track,” senior Seph Lasley attitude. “I expect us to end with a ing soccer since she was five “She’s enthusiastic and a The Greenwave soc- said. winning record, and I expect years old, and has been on the cer team started their season After that unexpected team player. She’s a very tal- us to always play our type of high school soccer team for ented player.” Senior Haley with a 1-0 win against Nelson loss, the Greenwaves lost three soccer especially when facing six years. Williams said at age County on Aug. 15. After last more to North Hardin, De- Meredith said. She is also better team’s,” senior captain five she hated her first couple holding the leading spot for years record of 10-6 the Gre- sales and Pleasure Ridge Park. Spencer Jenks said. of games. enwaves are epecting a similar “I think the loss to Apollo most assists with nine and is Since then, the team has I wanted to quit but my the second leading scorer with season, especially after win- had a big impact on our mo- continued to roll by beating dad was my coach and told ning against Elizabethtown rale mainly because we tradi- eight goals. Corydon Central 2-1, But- me I had to finish the season,” Along with her achieve- during one of their preseason tionally beat them. We started ler County 10-2 and LaRue Williams said. games (2-0). getting really selfish because ments, playing soccer has County 7-0. They did how- By the time the third taught Williams many leader- This win however, was fol- of it in the next three games, ever lose to Louisville Butler game rolled around, she was lowed by a 1-0 loss on Aug. 19 our chemistry and play style ship skills and how to make (5-1), but then jumped back hooked to the sport. Since decisions that will benefit the against Apollo High School. in general dropped tremen- in the win column with a 2-0 then, Williams has excelled Since 2010, the Greenwaves dously. The game against team as a whole. win over Ohio County leaving in her technical and tactical After high school, Wil- have won four games and tied Grayson County was a huge them in second place in the re- skills. To better those skills, two to Apollo. wake up call for us and taught liams is considering play- gion behind Daviess County. Williams also trains with ing soccer and running track “Its disappointing losing the team that playing for the KPA in Louisville during off- to a team that we never lose larger cause was our best bet while studying to be a veteri- season. narian. Qu Athlete ote GOLF Edition Challenge

1. The most important shot in golf is the next one.

2. Go Golf team!!!

Fun. Compete. 3. Believe.

I didn’t miss the A. C. 4. putt. I made the putt. Chris Lancaster B. Grace King D. The ball missed the Heather Cook Jake Wright

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