Miami’s Phase Two Reopening: Is it Worth It?
Gabriela Moreira, Staff Writer
September 7, 2020
The past few months have been a stressful time for Floridians as we saw a spike in Coronavirus cases statewide which caused cities like Miami to become one of the global epicenters. Only recently have we been able to finally bring down the curve. Nevertheless, that does not mean precautions put in place...
Hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 Cure: Up for Debate
Audrey Lezcano, Staff Writer
August 24, 2020
Finding a cure or treatment for the Coronavirus has become a pressing matter over the past few months. Scientists and medical professionals are still searching for ways to create a vaccine or treatment for this virus. As a result, the use of hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 patients and even possibly...
Live and Learn: The NBA Bubble
Japheth Oyedepo, Staff Writer
August 23, 2020
On March 11, the National Basketball Association correspondent Shams Charania reported Utah Jazz player Rudy Gobert had tested positive for the novel Coronavirus. Shortly after, the NBA was suspended with no clear resumption date in sight. That night may have been the first true wake-up call for many...
COVID-19 Impacts CAF&DM Publications
Isabel Donner, Staff Writer
August 12, 2020
With the onset of COVID-19, many changes have come about, most being especially prevalent when it comes to school. The Communication Arts, Film and Digital Media academy, specifically, has experienced a great amount of upheaval with the loss of ability to meet in person. This year, the CAF&DM publications...
Have Our Leaders Done Enough to Help Stop the COVID-19 Spread?
Lauren Gregorio, Opinion Editor
July 22, 2020
Coronavirus has been the center of discussion all over the world. What started out as a small outbreak in Wuhan, China has transformed into a global pandemic. From wearing masks out to staying six feet apart, these precautions have become the new normal. In an attempt to mitigate the situation, lead...
Would Reopening Schools in the Fall be a Wise Choice?
Allison Cajina, Staff Writer
July 22, 2020
As of July 2020, the state of Florida has surpassed 300,000 COVID-19 cases, quickly becoming the United States' epicenter of the virus. The surge of cases is due to many citizens refusing to wear masks with many also ignoring social distancing rules. The growing amount of individuals who do not believe ...
Ana Font Donates Masks To Those In Need
Allison Cajina, Staff Writer
May 25, 2020
The shortage of masks caused by the coronavirus has left those in need distressed. Many essential shops are not permitting people to step foot in unless they are wearing protective gear, this may be a challenge for those who have not gotten the chance to buy any type of masks. Sophomore Ana Font realized...
Stephanie Duque: Making Masks for Frontline Workers
Allison Cajina, Staff Writer
May 25, 2020
Sophomore Stephanie Duque has taken it upon herself to make her own masks due to shortages of them around the nation. With COVID-19 spreading rapidly throughout Florida, citizens have purchased or taken most surgical masks available in stores and hospitals which inevitably affected those who were not...
COVID-19 Panic Fuels Racist Sentiments
Sofia Cruz, Staff Writer
May 10, 2020
The outbreak of Coronavirus has generated fear amongst citizens of the world. Unfortunately, much of this fear and uncertainty has been transformed into xenophobic tendencies towards minority groups of immigrants. The brunt of these negative emotions has mainly been absorbed by Asians, particularly the...
Meat Shortages Predicted Due to Covid-19
Alexander Tabares, Staff Writer
May 5, 2020
As South Dakota and other major meat-producing states struggle to combat Coronavirus, their factories are being forced to shut down due to the high infection rate amongst its workers. This closing has and will create a food shortage of unknown size, euthanize a large amount of livestock and potentially...
Is Now the Time to Reopen Florida’s Beaches?
Nataly Leiva, Staff Writer
May 3, 2020
On April 17, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis began reopening beaches and parks in Jacksonville as more states have decided to loosen restrictions enforced during this pandemic. DeSantis stated that Florida municipalities have the authority to open up its beaches as long as people practiced social distancing...
What Should You Be Doing During Quarantine?
Audrey Simon, Staff Writer
April 26, 2020
As of right now, the world is on pause due to the worldwide spread of the Coronavirus. People have been forced into the confinement of their homes until further notice, and schools have been closed indefinitely. This has caused people to get a little restless after spending almost a month now in quarantine....
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