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A&E
Live From New York There Were Actual Laughs
November 6, 2024
Phoebe Hennessey, Co-Editor
Real comedy has returned to 30 Rock this fall on Saturday night, kicking off the 50th season of SNL with host Jean Smart and musical guest Jelly Roll. The first few episodes of the anniversary season have included Saturday Night veterans like Maya Rudolph, Andy Samberg, Dana Carvey, and back for the...
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A&E
Monsters
November 6, 2024
Kylie Bricker, Art & Entertainment Writer
The Menendez brothers’ murder case is by far one of the most notorious murder cases in history. This case convicted 18-year-old Erik Menendez and 21-year-old Lyle Menendez of killing their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in their Beverely Hills Home in 1989. Erik Menendez confessed to...
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Outer Banks
November 6, 2024
Cameryn Loper, Art & Entertainment Writer
Our favorite Pouge's are back with Season 4, part 1, of Outer Banks now streaming on Netflix! This season of Outer Banks is coming out in 2 parts which is equally frustrating and super exciting. The next part comes out November 7th so here are some details about part one! I have been watching Outer...
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Student Life
Mother’s Blood
November 6, 2024
Zoe Tinsley, Contributing Writer
With her dying breath, the curse was unleased. Merely a quiet whisper, a cough, and then nothing. I remained knelt by mother’s side, before the soldiers started dragging me back to the wooden shack, father’s startled cries filling the air. Her crimson blood soaked the hem of my dress. “She...
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Student Life
How Safe is Too Safe?
November 6, 2024
Aubrye Simms, Co-Editor
The multiple discrepancies of the newly enforced bookbag policy here at C. Milton Wright has sparked fire in the minds of the student body. Is it really to prevent tripping hazards or is it another way to secure the safety of the students? Coming back from the Covid year, Harford County Public...
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Current Events
Would Metal Detectors be Effective at C. Milton Wright
November 6, 2024
Thomas Wallace-McDowell, Current Events Writer
As violence, especially school shootings, become more common with seemingly no end in sight, school safety measures are something that have been repeatedly demanded, especially by parents. Concern for the safety and lives of their children is absolutely understandable, but when thinking practically,...
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What’s Wright About The Play That Goes Wrong
November 6, 2024
Annabelle Lathroum, Art & Entertainment Writer
For this year’s amazing fall production from the Stage Wright crew, I present to you The Play That Goes Wrong! What is The Play That Goes Wrong about you might ask… The Play That Goes Wrong is about a murder at a country manor and the inspector who is set on the case to find the culprit....
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Thomas Wallace-McDowell, Current Events Writer

November 6, 2024 • No Comments

Last year, as I’m sure was noticed by many students, classrooms at C. Milton Wright couldn’t restock their tissues due to budget restrictions. Last year, the budget proposed by Bob Cassilly reduced HCPS’s budget by...

Hurricane Helene Threatens Mountain Towns

Drew Stegemeyer, Current Events Writer

November 6, 2024 • No Comments

Hurricane Helene was the first of two devastating hurricanes that hit the southeast of the USA, while Milton, the successor, focused exclusively on Florida. Helene hit the NC area the hardest for five days in September, and...

The Destruction of Hurricane Milton

Carson Gelwick, Current Events Writer

November 6, 2024 • No Comments

Large storms, heavy rains and winds. All these, among other things make up the bulk of a hurricane. Florida, which is known for its hurricanes, has been hit by two, one being hurricane Milton. Milton started off as a...

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Sports

Hello Winter Sport

Sophia Hodges, Sports Writer

November 6, 2024 • No Comments

Winter sports are a thrilling way to embrace the colder months and stay active. From the adrenaline of finishing the track race to the quick movements of basketball. Students can find camaraderie and challenge in team sports...

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Opinion

First Watch

Drew Stegemeyer & Jon Yealdhall, Op/Ed. Writers

November 6, 2024 • No Comments

A lot of people are talking about First Watch, but is it worth the hype? That's what we wanted to find out. First, we tried to set up a reservation, but unfortunately, they don't take them, so we put ourselves...

Chick-Fil-A Vs. Popeye’s

November 6, 2024

Mixed Feelings on New Outer Banks

November 6, 2024

Democracy is in Trouble

October 2, 2024

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Countdown to Thanksgiving

Be Safe & Have Fun!

October Mustang Montage

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Mrs. Drzik’s Perfect Pumpkin Treat

Annabelle Lathroum, Student Life Writer • November 6, 2024

As we enjoy the fall season, we have another fall treat for you to try! This classic pumpkin roll recipe is made with a delicious pumpkin cake and heavenly cream cheese filling…and it’s surprisingly easy to make.  Pumpkin Roll Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie...