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Would Reopening Schools in the Fall be a Wise Choice?

Allison Cajina, Staff Writer • Jul 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...

Carole Baskin Killed her Husband, Whacked Him

Allison Cajina, Staff Writer • May 16, 2020

As every American knows, Florida is infamous for its' questionable news headlines. Every day, you hear "Florida Man..." this or "Florida Man..." that, but ever since Netflix released "Tiger King: Murder,...

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...

Is Playing One Sport Worth It In the Long Run?

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer • Apr 28, 2020

Every young kid at some point has had the dream of playing a sport and becoming the best athlete to ever do it. Although the odds of reaching the peak of the mountain are extremely low, these ambitious...

Flattening the Curve: The Importance of Social Distancing

Maia Berthier, Opinion and Copy Editor • Apr 5, 2020

As the Coronavirus pandemic continues to spread across the globe, people from every part of the world are searching for a solution to this health crisis. With the number of cases only increasing in the...

Testing Takes a Toll on Teens

Ariana Alvarez, Staff Writer • Mar 9, 2020

Only a few months ago, the school year began. Now, testing season is fast approaching and yet another April and May are on track to be ruined by standardized testing. While we all have our own opinions...

Mental Health Crisis Solved by Edgenuity!

Maia Berthier, Opinion and Copy Editor • Feb 26, 2020

Thank you, Florida Department of Education! Because of your five hour Edgenuity course, I am completely devoid of all mental health issues. I’ve never felt better then when I play my videos with the...

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Step Down From the Royal Family

Emma Garcia, Staff Writer • Jan 29, 2020

On Jan. 8, the former Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, revealed that they will be stepping down from the royal family to become financially independent and live their lives...

Texting and Driving: Put it Down to Arrive Alive

Amanda Perez, Staff Writer • Jan 23, 2020

In this day and age, technology is an integral part of our daily lives. Almost everyone is entirely reliant on their devices, constantly feeling the need to check to make sure they are up to date with...

The Impact of Your Christmas Tree on the Environment

Annabella Rivera, Staff Writer • Dec 23, 2019

With Christmas coming up and the winter holidays being a time for excessive spending, do people ever stop to think about how their purchases affect the environment? Every wrapping paper roll and every...

A Later Start to School? No, Not the Time

Maia Berthier, Opinion and Copy Editor • Dec 18, 2019

Last month, on Nov. 20, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho tweeted that the school board is currently discussing starting all schools in Miami-Dade County at 8:00 a.m. or later. This may seem to be a blessing,...

Hijacked UPS Truck Police Chase and Shootout Leaves Four Dead

Annabella Rivera, Staff Writer • Dec 17, 2019

On Dec. 5, 2019, a police chase that ended in 4 casualties involving armed robbery suspects, Lamar Alexander and Ronnie Jerome Hill, both at the age of 41, began at a Coral Gables jewelry store on Miracle...