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4.22.2019. Vol. 101. No. 5

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It’s Festival Season Summer is right around the corner and so are everyone’s favorite summer festivals

BY JESS JONES features editor

of food, animals, and music, it’s always a hit. This year’s line up on the mainstage includes: Brandon Lay for Wednesday night, Michael Ray on Thursday night, Scotty McCreery headlining for Friday night, and Dokken is on Saturday night. This lineup makes the festival a must. It’s open each day from 10a.m. to 11p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, and 10a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday, with each concert starting at 9PM. A few weeks later, starting August 23 going until Sep. 2, is the Oregon State Fair.

Located at Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center, and open 10AM to 11PM weekends, and 10AM to 10PM weekdays. A little farther of a drive, but always worth it. Great food, attractions, and music. With a great mix of country and rock’n’roll, you can’t miss it.

BY MOLLY BEYER features editor Back in 2010, Congress passed the Animal Crush Video Prohibition Act, which made the creation and distribution of animal crush videos, the act of intentionally crushing, burning, drowning, suffocating, or otherwise perpetrating serious bodily harm to animals, illegal but didn’t prosecute the underlying acts of animal cruelty.

Jan. 23 of this year an upcoming national law was written in Florida called the Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act. The law was introduced by U.S representatives Vern Buchanan (R-FL) and Ted Deutch (D-FL). The law would better define animal crushing, enable federal intervention if the cruelty extends beyond the resources of state prosecutors, ban the creation or distribution of crush videos nationally, and provide felony charges, fines and up to seven years in prison.

Cindy Shultz, the fire and emergency teacher here at MHS said, “I was really happy when I heard about the bipartisan law. It is long overdue in today’s society.”

She hopes the bill passes and becomes a national law, saying, “I hope it will de-

crease the amount of animal cruelty that is going on. If we are lucky maybe puppy mills will be decreased. I get angry when I hear about animal cruelty, this hopefully will deter individuals from being cruel to animals.”

The current law prohibits animal fighting, and only criminalized animal cruelty if the perpetrator creates or sells videos depicting the act. The wider scope expands who can be criminalized for an act of animal cruelty, and will hopefully lead to a decline.

Evolution of EASA EASA moves from Evergreen Aviation Museum to Mac High next year

BY MOLLY BEYER features editor

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Summer is approaching in a couple of months, which means a lot of festivals. There are the common ones, like the Yamhill County Fair, and the Oregon State Fair. Then there are the less common ones, like the Lincoln City Summer Kite Festival. Some musical festivals, some sun time fun time festivals. A festival exists for essentially every type of person.

First up in June, running from the 22- 23, is the Lincoln City Summer Kite Festival.

Held on the beach at the D River State Recreation Site, it’s definitely a family tradition to uphold. Always such fun to see kites, get some sun, and enjoy the beach with your family. Start off summer vacation with a high. Events start at 10a.m. each day, and go until 4p.m.

An obvious one is the Yamhill County Fair, located at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds. With all sorts

Features Editor Molly Beyer examines policies on animal abuse over the years

The EASA program (Engineering and Aerospace Sciences Academy) will be moving next year from the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum to MHS. Six classrooms are going to be built on a balcony overlooking the Airport hallway on Main Street, and one in the CTC building.

There will be a walkway from the top of the Den stairs across to the opposite wall for

students to get to the classrooms, and another walkway at the opposite end of the hall.

Location isn’t the only thing changing for EASA students next year, as there will also be no need for uniforms, busses or the half day schedule.

Principal Tony Vicknair said, “There is still going to be an application process, but hopefully this will help some students be more successful.” This change will hopefully get more students interested in EASA because it is a lot more accessible. “This is going to give us flexibility...students won’t have to worry about missing classes they want to take because of scheduling issues.” Vicknair said.

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FROM THE DESK OF A PRINCIAL A Q&A WITH INCOMING PRINCIPAL AMY FAST

BY ISABELLE HOOVER news editor

What urged you to apply for this position/ do you know who will be filling your current position?

What it ultimately came down to was 1. My love for these people (I live in and am raising my own children in McMinnville. I love this community, and I love getting to work alongside and serve the staff and students of our school.); and 2. My love for this work (I can’t think of a profession that is more important for the future of our society than public education. I cannot think of a greater honor than giving back to this community by improving the education of the children who will someday grow up to be its business owners, parents, and engaged citizens.)

lean into my own growth and potential. But our work is far from done in this area. We still have a long way to go in terms of having the diversity of our staff reflect the diversity of our students and our community. This is an important next step for McMinnville High School, and I hope that this is just the beginning. All of this taken into account, I think what matters most to the stakeholders of McMinnville High School is my dedication to our school community. Regardless of age or gender, they’re going to be hoping that I’m committed to serv-

At this point in the year we’re never sure what the makeup of our administrative team will be the following year. I will say that it is my faith in this team and how every day they inspire me and make me better that gave me the confidence I needed to apply for this job. Mr. Vicknair has been amazing to work for. He’s truly flattened the hierarchy of power in our school, and under his leadership all decisions were team decisions. I plan to embrace the same model, and that can only work when everyone on the team brings greatness to the table every day. I’ve learned more by being a part of this administrative team than I have in any leadership program from which I’ve graduated. They’re truly phenomenal educators and leaders.

More specifically, the two main areas in which I’d like to see continued focus are mental health and post-secondary planning. The last few years we’ve worked hard on both fronts, but we still have a long way to go to ensure our students have the tools and resources they need to thrive in school and to feel prepared to pursue their dreams after high school--whatever that path may be.

How do you feel being the first woman under 40 to be principal of a 6A school in Oregon?

I’m extremely humbled to be chosen for this role and to help underscore the truth that leadership is not defined by gender. It’s exciting to see more and more women in positions of influence.

There is no age or gender that dictates one’s ability to inspire others. I’m most hopeful about the possibility that our students at MHS may see themselves in me. I hope that my appointment to this position is affirmation to them that they should follow their dreams and not let any real or assumed obstacles get in their way. I want our female students to know that they don’t have to choose between smart and feminine and powerful and empathetic. They get to be all of these things. I’ve been fortunate to have models of strong female leadership in our district who have inspired me to continue to The Bruin April 22, 2019 mhsbruin.com

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Your Worth.

The words themselves may seem cliché, but we’re continually reflecting on the degree to which our students feel excited about their experience at MHS, how relevant they feel their learning is, and how much growth they’re experiencing as a result of their education here. School shouldn’t just be about students “getting through” their studies so that they can be successful later in life.

We should care about students thriving NOW. I don’t want any of our kids to just put in the time so that someday they can find happiness. I want Mac High to be a place where we all want to be and we all feel this sense of aliveness that only comes with realizing our potentials. I think the thing we all felt most this year was a bit of a disconnect in the passion area- because of things somewhat beyond our control, like construction.

Our admin team is so incredibly excited to get our students back on main campus, to gather everyone in our new gym, and to bring back to the energy, joy, and spirit that are so unique to the legacy that is Mac High.

ing our students, our staff, and our greater community.

And, more than anything, I want to assure them I am.

I couldn’t be more honored to work with such a great staff and student body.

What are some of your main focuses for next year? What are some things students can expect to see next year since we will have the full facility open and available?

Our mission at MHS is always the inspiration for our continued work: Ignite Passion. Pursue Purpose. Rise to

What message do you hope to send to the student body?

This school--this education--is YOURS. Therefore, your voice is essential in making our school reflect most what you want and what you deserve from your education. You’ve already proven that there’s something special about you--that you will not be defined by others’ preconceived notion of what teenagers can achieve. Our staff is so excited to continue to work with you to innovate around what school could be, and we truly believe that of any student body in the nation, it is ours--here at MHS--that can show the world just what can be accomplished when we’re brave enough to empower those we serve.

Speech and Debate Goes National COURTNEY WALSH

Our speech and debate team take on nationals after a season of many victories

BY CAROLINA JUAREZ writer

Speech nationals, taking place in Dallas, Texas June 15-22, are an annual competition for students. This year, eight students from Mac High, Evan Ewing, Lauren Armstrong, Roselynn Davis, Tommy Douglass, Eli Wiles, Jon Pollak, Taylor Cowlthorp and Hannah Smith will be attending.

In order to get to speech nationals, students must qualify for it. “Basically, two kids from each state in each event (speech and debate events) get selected from a national qualifier tournament based on how well the perform.” states junior Taylor Cowlthorp. Different students with different cases prepare differently for each event. “For regular invitational tournaments, I usually spend 8-10 hours a week, but the week leading up to nationals, I spent about 14 hours in the speech room or at home practicing.” explains junior Evan Ewing.

Students are also able to pick what events they’d like to do. “We let students choose what events they want to do, and help them shape their speeches in to what message they want to portray.” says Ewing, “At the beginning of every year, we get all the new speech kids and show them

examples of all the speech and debate events and let them blossom.”

Differences are also noticed with debate students who are going to nationals and what they’re getting judged on.

“From a debate perspective it’s about how well you speak, how strong your points are in your case, how will you take down your opponents case (point out flaws or have evidence/logic to prove otherwise), and overall better impacts on whichever side you’re on.” says Cowlthorp. Ewing elaborates, adding,. “So, like all speech tournaments, each round has about six competitors, and based on the performance of your speech, you get ranked from one to six. One being the best and six being the worst.”

All in all, students who are attending nationals are excited for the experience. “Its super fun and exciting to travel with your teammates.” Cowlthorp said. Ewing gives advice to students thinking of joining, “Always make sure to stay hydrated and eat. Make sure to go to Nationals not expecting to win, but to really just give your best performance.”

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Millenials Aren’t Helpless

Tommy Douglass stands up for millenials, and challenges the common resentment that previous genreations often hold for those that follow

BY TOMMY DOUGLASS managing editor Two things appear to be transcendent amongst generations: no generation is infallible, and every generation thinks of themselves as superior to their successors. (For the purpose of this article, I am grouping Generation Z & Alpha with millennials, as researchers disagree on which generation starts during which year. Plus, we are very close in age and behavior). For millennials, it is undeniable that we are imperfect, but it is also certain that we are viewed as inferior by our predecessors, specifically Generation X and some baby boomers.

Recently, I stumbled across an article in the Daily Caller called, “Millennials Are So Helpless They’re Taking ‘Adulting Classes’ To Learn How To Do Things Like Sew A Button.” Despite being quite aware of the moderate disdain across generational lines, I took particular offense to this headline. The idea that millennials are failures just because they don’t partake in a mundane and outdated activity that was once undertaken by previous generation (like sewing a button), seemed grossly unjust.

Moreover, the button the article speaks of is not just a button, it’s representative for all the other gripes past generations have on us, like watching too much TV, not writing as many letters, reading fewer physical books, etc.

That condescending article begged the question: are different generations not allowed to have different priorities? According to the extremely broad categorization from the Daily Caller, the answer is no; however, I disagree wholeheartedly. In fact, there are two prime reasons that it is an abomination to hold one generation to another generation’s standards of success: innovation and political landscape.

Perhaps the reason that many millennials (allegedly) can’t sew a button is because we don’t need to.

Compared to generations before us, we have more clothes with buttons available to us, at more locations, at cheaper prices.

Gone are the days that we only get one shirt per week, where we would have to load up the wagon to go to market to fetch more buttons, and gone are the days that we were a society relying solely on sewing. Thankfully, people decided that all of the previously described process took too much time, so they invented technology that would allow companies to mass produce clothes which would accordingly make them more accessible and cheaper to the general pub

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lic. Thus this “button sewing” mentality that the Daily Caller creates is very dangerous because if people were to forever spend their time doing chores like sewing buttons and never innovating new technology so they wouldn’t have to do the aforementioned, we’d still be in the age of hunting and gathering. To put it simply: other generations should not criticize us for inventing better technology so that we don’t have to know how to sew a button.

To be clear, I do not intend to bash on generations before us. They accomplished MANY great feats like dealing with an oil crisis, fighting inflation, and defusing the Cold War; rather, I bring up the political landscape to illustrate that due to an ever changing political climate, we have different agendas than our parents. Therefore, forcing us to conform or comparing us to their standards would be much like comparing apples to oranges.

Secondly, we must take into account political landscape; maybe we don’t know how to sew a button because we have bigger fish to fry. Those same generations that critique our seamstry skills, left us with a 20 trillion + dollar debt, immense income inequality, a massive prison population, and a dying environment.

In the time we have saved by skipping on button sewing, we are working to address all of those issues and more, and we have already had success.

As for the generations critiquing us, it was never about a button. Rather, they criticize us to mask their own discomfort with a constantly modernizing world.

In that sense, I can’t help but pity them; it would be pretty scary to not know how to check an email, work a cell phone, or use a GPS. As a result, they project their insecurities onto us and attempt to make us feel ashamed for the things they have mastered that we cannot do -- even if those tasks, like sewing a button, are irrelevant today. Don’t hold it against Gen Xers or baby boomers either, their predecessors said the same things to them, and as history repeats itself, we’ll probably say the same to our children. Moving forward, I hope we can avoid pointless criticisms, instead admiring each other for our individuality.

Maybe then will we all realize, that it’s ok to not know how to sew a button.

We helped spearhead the effort for Marriage Equality, we fought to help make community college free to as many people as possible, we enacted new environmental laws to save our planet, and we are starting to shed our imperialistic tendencies on an international stage.

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What American Means

Seniors’ Advice

Students and staff attempt to put into words what being an American truly means to them

Seniors look back on their own highschool careers and offer advice for the freshmen

BY LUIS COR TEZ writer

BY LILLIE SPENCER opinions editor

Corentin Verdon

“Life at an American high school is easier because of the opportunities. You can have your licence, you can work, and the education is different because you can change your classes... everything feels more free.”

Mrs. Overholser

“The freedom to be who I want to be.”

Mr. Knoedler

“To recognize and value individual rights, and especially the individual rights of others.”

Officer Carver

“Freedom. Recognizing how blessed we are, and how we need to be sensitive to others needs who don’t live in a country like our own.”

Seth Eby

“Having basic freedoms, being able to say what you think and express who you are without feelings of judgment or oppression.”

“Start early with the college application process!”

Mollie Nash

“Get involved.

School is a lot more fun when you get involved. Also, get into the mindset that school is going to be part of your life for the next four years, so just have fun with it.”

Mr. Gray

“Equality. Everybody has equal rights- which means everyone is entitled to a free education. Also, a big deal for me personally, is something that this country was founded on- that everybody is invited to be here, and everybody is welcome.”

Pedro Arenas

“There are a lot of things that make you American or make you have a sense of belonging here, but a lot of people including myslef, pride oursleves in knowing that we belong and all have something in common.

Greyson Elmer

“I wish when I was a freshman I had made it a habit of doing my homework on time. Just don’t procrastinate.”

Peyton Rodriguez

“A lot of politics and fighting over stupid stuff.”

Charlotte Stuart

Angie Olmedo

Daveonne Q

“The traditional sense of it is being proud of your country, but today, for me, it means standing up for what I believe in. That may be hard with a lot of our current leadership, but we’re trying, and pushing back is important.”

“Big trucks, country boots, coun-

try boys, and yeee- hawww!”

“Take an open in the afternoon. It sucks to come in after a morning open.”

Lacey Lee

“Just living my whole life wishing I had a fancy accent.”

Mr. Mig

“Being American means to me baseball, hotdogs, apple pie, and of course, Mountain Dew.”

Mya Vera

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A New War On Drugs?

Tommy Douglass questions the school’s approach to ending the vaping epidemic

BY TOMMY DOUGLASS managing editor

LILLIE SPENCER

The War on Drugs entailed some of the most catastrophic policies ever enacted. When the US government attempted to increase penalties on ALL drugs, it led to the mass incarceration of Americans, increased racial inequality in the US justice system, and lead to billions of dollars being funneled into the never ending war.

Despite how problematic this “war” has been, I understand what the government was trying to do. Americans were (and still are) dying left and right from overdoses. The drug trade was increasing crime, so politicians felt they needed to act. Hindsight is 20/20 and we now know their actions were ineffective. This is a case of the ends not justifying the means.

Recently, McMinnville High School cracked down on their own “war on drugs”, especially regarding vaping.

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marijuana, etc.) would be treated as equal, and all trigger the same level of punishment.

Punishments for simply being in possession, of say a Juul, equates to a five day out of school suspension, notification of parents, potential criminal charges, and an athletic suspension.

They also cracked down on “distribution,” so even passing paraphernalia to someone (even if you don’t use it or own it) triggers a distribution penalty. A distribution penalty amounts to immediate suspension, an expulsion hearing, more potential criminal charges, and future diversion programs.

I understand what the school and school district are trying to do. Obviously nicotine and drug use is a huge problem that is affecting many students. Undoubtedly, the school must do everything in its power to reduce the issue; however, the new crackdown isn’t the way to go. MHS ought to learn from the mistakes of the US “war on drugs,”

and realize that drastically increasing punishments won’t solve the issue. The truth of the matter is that not all drugs are equal, and you can’t simply treat every offense or offender as the same.

Equally punishing the kid who passes a Juul from one friend to another without ever using it, and a meth dealer, is both wrong and ineffective.

When society gets too caught up on the punishment, like MHS is doing now, you create a cycle of punishing people via very harsh methods, like immediate suspension and expulsion. Suddenly students are kicked out of school and still may be addicted to drugs. Instead of receiving help in a time where they need it most, they are ostracized from MHS and left to deal with the issue on their own.

I know the school will claim that they are offering support, counseling, diversion classes and more so they’re not just kicking kids to the curb, and I sincerely applaud that effort, but attempting to

punish everyone equally under a uniform discipline system with disregard for individual circumstances will be ineffective.

And when those kids are suspended or expelled from school, and left alone with their thoughts, this will be problematic for their mental health and their addiction. Suddenly, kids are left without support AND without an education, and when this happens, it can disenfranchise kids for the rest of their lives and may lead to cyclical poverty and addiction.

Education is arguably the most powerful tool in combating addiction.

It introduces students to role models, friendships, knowledge and most importantly hope. Depriving students of this opportunity won’t solve the crisis, it will only exacerbate it. I know this battle only just got started, but it’s time for MHS to end their “war on drugs” before it gains traction.

Technological Anti-Trusts Sports editor Brady Shields provides clarity on recent proposals to increase laws to prevent trusts and monopolies in tech corporations

BY BRADY SHIELDS sports editor US Senator and presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren has proposed utilizing the Justice Department to file anti-trust lawsuits against large corporations that have merged with other corporations or acquired smaller corporations. A notable example is Time Warner’s merger with AT&T, and AT&T’s prior acquisition of DirecTV, along with Time Warner’s acquisition “The technology monopoof lies are similar to previous Spectrum. monopolies; they are sti-

Sherman Antitrust Act, and they opened doors for competitive pricing of goods and services. These large corporations have already increased prices due to their monopolized control of the market, which is grounds for filing an anti-trust lawsuit and breaking up the technology monopolies.

fling competition and they The are increasing prices.”

U.S.

Other examples of current acquisitions and mergers that may be illegal include the merger between 20th Century Fox and the Walt Disney Company, and the previous acquisition of ABC and ESPN by the Walt Disney Company, along with the merger between Comcast and NBCUniversal. Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods could also be considered illegal.

has filed anti-trust lawsuits in the past, particularly against Standard Oil, the cinema-production company partnerships of the 1950s, and Bell Telephone Company. These lawsuits were meant to protect consumers under the

The technology monopolies are similar to previous monopolies; they are stifling competition, and they are increasing prices. Our antitrust laws ought to be applied and utilized for the benefit of consumers.

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Seniors count down the days until graduation, the season leading up to the big day made sweeter by an incentive from Principal Vicknair. The senior class will relive their eighth grade glory with a nostalgic return to Oaks Park on May 31 to celebrate the past four years and have fun with friends before graduation.

MISSION MAC HIGH A SUCCESS

Despite many bumps along the road, the 2019 Mission Mac High pageant was a huge success on April 13. The skits were hilarious, the dynamic duos were adorable, and the stories were meaningful. The children at Doernbecher are lucky to have so many people in McMinnville advocating for and raising money for them!

COLLEGE DECISON SEASON While the spring means flowers and butterflies for many, seniors struggle as the deadline to commit to college grows nearer. The May 1 deadline creeps up, and while the decisions are hard now, the feeling of knowing where they’ll be next year will be a huge sigh of relief for many.

AP TESTING ON ITS WAY Many juniors and seniors are facing the annual hurdle that arrives at the end of AP classes-studying for and taking AP exams. The tests will tae place the first two weeks of May, and the hustle to be prepared has already begun.

These are stressful times but these classes will be smooth sailing soon, a light at the end of the tunnel for lots of students.

SNOW DAY MAKEUPS

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The snow days we were given in February and March were delightful at the time, but underclassmen and staff are bemoaning the additional school days tacked on at the end of the year. Instead of the 2018-19 school year ending on June 13, there will be class on Friday the 14 and Monday the 17. These extra days are mandatory to make up the classtime missed due to inclement weather, as annoying as they may be for students and staff.

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goodbye, vicknair “I am so proud to have had a man like Mr. Vicknair to look up to over the past four years.”

-Tommy Douglass

HIS TENURE WILL END THIS YEAR HE STARTED HIS CAREER AT PATTON For the past four years, McMinnville High School has been given the immense privilege of being guided by the most astute leaders and administrators a school could ask for. Each and every day, our admin team wakes up at the crack of dawn to serve a purpose greater than themselves; and at the helm of everything stands Principal Vicknair, the man who makes it happen.

After years of focused service within MHS, Principal Vicknair is announcing his retirement from the job he executes so dutifully. Not only has Vicknair served as Principal, but he has held the roles of teacher, coach and mentor, leaving ripples of impact in his wake.

Vicknair began his journey in education as first and foremost a student, dedicating his time and efforts into his studies. Upon graduating from Linfield College, majoring in education, Vicknair was hired on as a math teacher at Patton Middle School. Showing immense promise in the middle schools, Vicknair managed to reach the level of vice principal at MHS, a job that he had been working towards for years.

HIS STORY VICKNAIR HAS SPENT THE BULK OF HIS CAREER WITH MCMINNVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. FIRST AS A TEACHER AT PATOTN MIDDLE SCHOOL, THEN A VICE PRINCIPAL AND AFTER A SHORT TENURE AT SOUTH SALEM HIGH SCHOOL, HE RETURNED TO MCMINNVILLE TO END HIS CAREER

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In the eyes of MHS Students, Vicknair will be remembered for his boisterous charisma and approachable persona. Eli Wiles, 12, commented, “I am so proud to have a man like Mr. Vicknair to look up to over the past four years. He has been a good role model for all of us students. I wish him immense success in his future.” Another senior, Abbi Rockwell, commented, “Mr. Vicknair has done so much for the school this year. he’s put in so much time and effort to make it better, and i don’t know how to thank him enough. He’s been especially kind to the ASB students during unity month, and he was supporting us in any way he could.

My favorite memory of Mr. Vicknair was a few weeks ago when ASB came into the school the Sunday before spring week and we saw him in the front of the school planting flowers in little pots outside of the building. He took an afternoon of his time to come to the school and plant flowers! If that doesn’t say great principal, I don’t know what does.

To fill the shoes that Vicknair is leaving behind, Amy Fast will take on the role of principal beginning in the fall of 2019.

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VICKNAIR GREETS P.E. TEACHER DON RUTSCHMAN DURING LAST YEAR’S HOMECOMNG ASSEMBLY.

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features A Trip Down Memory Lane

BY EMMA SIEPMANN editor

September 8, 2015 The class of 2019 steps into the halls of Mac High for the first time.

October 2017

October 8, 2015

The class of 2019 floods the furnace in all red for our last hoco in the beloved gym, truly fitting the theme of “The Time of Our Lives”

Our first colors day, representing red and white as we get to know what HOCO is all about with the “West Coast Best Coast” theme.

June 8, 2018

Late December 2015

The class of 2018 graduates, a significant event for many juniors with close senior friends. We knew it wouldn’t be the same without them!

Principal Sean Burke resigns and former Principal Kris Olsen returns to the position to lead MHS to success for the remainder of the school year.

June 15, 2018 The last regular last day of school. Only one year left to go!

February 20, 2016 The first Voices Panel, both for the class of 2019 and for the rest of Mac High. Who knew it would be the start of one of our most treasured traditions?

September 5, 2019 The senior class of 2019 steps into MHS for our final first day of school ever

June 17, 2016

October 2019

One year of high school done!

Seniors finally don full black for our final colors day after a successful week of “McWinville” for our last homecoming celebration.

September 2016 We return to MHS as sophomores with new principal Tony Vicknair in charge for our second year

November 8, 2016 While it created much debate between students, the election of President Donald Trump was a memorable event during our high school careers

June 22, 2017 Halfway through our MHS careers! Two down, two to go.

February 2019 Principal Tony Vicknair announces his resignation, deciding to leave Mac High with the senior class

March 2019 Vice Principal Amy Fast is appointed to the position of principal for the 2019-2020 school year

June 7, 2019 The class of 2019 is finally done!

September 5, 2017 We enter the halls of Mac High for the first time as upperclassmen

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Glasses, who?

High school garage bands are a longstanding cliche, and yet they never fail to entertain. Full of youthful expressionism, and never boring, McMinnville High School boasts a few student bands of its own. Most recently, the up and coming group, Glasses. It’s members include Graham Sommers on drums, Scott Winkenweder on guitar, Mason Akers on base, and Marvin Eusebio as lead vocalist.

They began playing in the basement of Sommer’s house, but when his father saw that Glasses was growing as a band, he helped them move into the studio he owns on Third Street.

Now they are free to hold frequent practices there,

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banging out songs like ‘Take Me to Church,’ and the occasional Michael Jackson hit, ‘Billie Jean’.

They continue to practice for their performance at the high school’s Talent Night, where they played ‘Santeria’.

Although Glasses identifies mostly as a cover band, the group is currently working on creating their own distinct sounds, and eventually their own songs. Each member brings an interesting and unique musical taste to the group, contributing to their proclaimed genre of a pop-punk-funk-metal band. Artists like Queen to the Stone Age, Rage against the Machine, Weezer, Milky Chance, and Red Hot Chilli Peppers are

all huge inspirations for them, as well as a rather mysterious Josh Homie.

Sommers recalls, “We love music- that’s our big thing. On a regular basis we all just sit down and listen to different bands and show each other music. We all realized we could play different instruments and thought it would be fun to start a little garageband type thing, for fun.”

“I feel like right now we are just floweringwe have the plan set, now we just have to do the whole band part of it,” explains Sommers.

Glasses is very open to anyone interested in their music, and stresses that anyone should feel free to contact them at any time.

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Blazers Battle Injuries That Could Compromise Season Success

Recapping March Madness 2019

Zane Fodge summarizes the ups and downs, shoeins and surprises of this year’s tournament

Tommy Douglass covers the rough season experienced by the Portland Trailblazers this year due to injuries from key players

BY ZANE FODGE writer

BY TOMMY DOUGLASS managing editor the previous record of 39) and in the process, became the first person ever to get the Sweet 16 100% correct.

Many battles were fought and decided by close margins this year, but this marks the first time in recent history where the tournament has only featured one buzzer beater.

This, accompanied by the fact that there was no true “Cinderella

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With a couple weeks gone by between now and the NCAA tournament finale, the dust has officially settled. Virginia sneaking through 5 straight tournament games to take the championship this year is of course the overarching headline (especially after becoming the first 1 seed to ever be knocked out by a 16 seed the year prior), but there’s a lot more to the story than that.

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Josuf Nuric, one of the major players for the Blazers, suffered a devastating injury that limited his ability to play this season Some highlights include watching Duke’s very own Zion Williamson get his first (and last) taste of March Madness, witnessing Murray State’s star point guard Ja Morant drop the first tournament triple-double since 2012, and of course being able to cheer on the native University of Oregon to the Sweet 16.

History was also made in bracketology this year when Greg Nigl, a neuropsychologist from Columbus, Ohio, broke the record for best bracket ever made. He correctly predicted the first 49 games of the tournament (10 morethan

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Story” in the tournament, makes for a less thrilling bout of March Madness than we have been subjected to over the past couple of years. Notably, playing the safe side this year with your bracket likely paid off much nicer than taking a bunch of upsets.

Nonetheless, the tournament provided sports fans with some great entertainment for the months of March and April, and I know I’m not just speaking for myself when I say that I’m already counting down the days until next year.

Despite devastating injuries to both CJ McCollum and Jusuf Nurkic, the Portland Trail Blazers have put themselves in a situation to be able to compete in the Western Conference as the season winds down and the playoffs begin.

Without CJ and Nurk, the Blazers secured victories via a team effort, with nearly all of their role players playing their best basketball of the season. While it is certain that Nurk won’t be back during the playoffs and it is unknown just how healthy CJ will be, a cohesive Blazers team will be very dangerous for the West.

When the Blazers got swept last year, it was because they had so few weapons available that New Orleans was able to blitz Dame and CJ effectively shutting them down and forcing the team to rely on other

players to step up. Last year, the Blazers simply didn’t have enough talent to step up without Dame and CJ, but this year they do.

With additions like Rodney Hood, Seth Curry, Enes Kanter and a more developed Jake Layman and Zach Collins, if teams try to attack Dame and CJ, the other players should be able to burn them.

Unfortunately, the Blazer’s ceiling does appear to be capped without a healthy Nurk or CJ. However, sometimes the lessons learned can be even more valuable than the final score. Now Terry Stotts, Damian Lillard and the rest of the Blazers have cultivated a winning culture and a positive attitude that will set the franchise up for long term success, which could end up being even better than a deep playoff run this year.

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The Fall of the Lakers

Sideline Report Douglass recaps recent MHS sports events, giving the rundown on this year’s spring sports seasons.

BY HAYDEN ABELN writer

BY TOMMY DOUGLASS managing editor

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The Lakers suffer drastic consequences following the addition of famed player Lebron James to their roster

On July 9, 2018 the Los Angeles Lakers signed arguably the greatest basketball player of all time, Lebron James to a 4 year 154 million dollar contract. A four time MVP, three time NBA champion, and most importantly, an all-around, playmaking Small Forward, Lakers fans were the most excited they have been since winning the Championship in 2010.

Unfortunately, the Lakers season went in the complete opposite direction Lakers fans were hoping.

Sitting currently at 34-42, 11th place in the western conference, and eliminated from playoff contention, this Lakers team is a disaster.

The fall of the Lakers, ultimately happened immediately after signing James. After spending 154 million dollars on Lebron, the Lakers needed supporting acts around him. However, getting the right pieces to LA was very hard. The Lakers only significant returners for the 2018-2019 season were Kyle Kuzma, Brandon Ingram and the number two pick in the 2017 draft, Lonzo Ball. Clearly, Lebron needed more help. The Lakers signed washed up, Rajon Rondo, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Lance Stephenson, Michael Beasley, and JaVale Mcgee.

Another big issue was Lebron did not like Coach Luke Walton. Walton was drafted the same year as James, and was not very respected by him. When James was with Cleveland, many joked that Lebron was the coach there and he did not need a coach of his

own. A lot of people thought that was going to happen in LA, and it sure did. On January 26, Lebrons camp announced that they want Walton out. Nothing has really gone right for the Lakers since.

Before that announcement was made, on Christmas day when the Lakers had a 20-14 record, James suffered a groin injury. The Lakers went 6-11 without Lebron. Lebron came back out of shape and playing pathetic defense, leading the lakers to more losses.

The event that ultimately tipped the boat over was when the Pelicans announced Anthony Davis is on the trading block. Lebron wanted to trade practically the entire team for Davis, including Kuzma and Ball. The Lakers did not end up finalizing the trade, and their team chemistry was worse than ever because everybody knew Lebron didn’t want them in LA. In the final minutes of their loss against the Nuggets on March 7, Rondo sat away from the Lakers bench, and in a fans seat, truly showing how bad the team is put together.

On Feb. 20, with a 28-29 record, Lebron said, “It’s been activated” when asked about the power needed to make the playoffs. Since then the Lakers have won six games and sit at a 38-42 record.

On March 30, the Lakers entered full tank mode, resting Lebron for the rest of the season to nurse his injury.

This season was a disaster to say the least for the Lakers organization, and fans.

Spring Sports is underway, and the Grizzlies are already looking strong and poised to make deep runs in the post season.

In boy’s track and field, the Grizzlies have had impressive showings in their first meets.

Senior Zane Fodge was named Wendy’s Athlete of the Week in March and he set the school record for the 3000m dash with an astounding time of 8:39.52. Additionally, the Grizzlies have been aided by the exceptional performances of Kerby Hartzel, Daveonne Quitugua, AJ Robeldo and Marcus Graham.

On the girl’s side of the track, MHS has been incredibly impressed by the strong showing of freshman distance runner Emerson Grell. Additionally the Grizzlies have benefitted from incredibly strong performances from Hallie Johnson, Melanie Willis, and Gillian Martino.

Girl’s tennis started strong, capitalizing off the abundance of home court matches they have had to start the season, and relying on the strong play from Emme Angevine, Ainslie Ridgway and Carly Szedlak.

Despite losing a majority of their 2018 varsity roster, boy’s tennis have remained competitive. Captains Nalen Stephens, Josh Flores, and Will Gardner have stepped up and led the boys to an impressive 5-1 start.

Softball has looked great under new coach Staci Doucette and got off to an impressive 9-4 record. Senior Payton Hudson has been playing at an elite level to start the season.

Baseball has been flat out dominant, starting with a 12-1 record which is good for the best 6A start in the state. After travelling to Arizona over spring break to watch MLB Spring Training, the Grizz are playing as a cohesive unit at near perfection on the field. Led by strong senior talent courtesy of Sam Dupis, Caden Slaughter and Colton Smith, the boys will be hard to beat.

Aside from dealing with some spring rain, the golf team has looked good on the course.

Strong play by freshmen Molly and Sam Beyer, ensures the golf team will be competitive not just this year, but for years to come.

With all-around impressive sports performances, it’s a fun time to be a fan of the Grizzlies.

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Burrito Boys: Taqueria Tulancingo Edition FodgeandCortestakeontheirfinalfoodreviewin this editon of Burrito Boys

BY ZANE FODGE & LUIS CORTES writers

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In this month’s installment of the Bruin, the Burrito Boys (plus ASB Vice President, Eli Wiles) teamed up to give you the last food review we will ever write. Yes, you read that correctly. Surely there will be other food critics to pop up in future editions of the Bruin, but will they ever be this knowledgeable? This refined? This juicy?

Absolutely not. So savor this read like it’s your last bite of

Taste: A Luis (Pastor Burrito): As a burrito aficionado, I was pleasantly surprised by what the pastor burrito had to offer. It was definitely different than any other burrito in town. Its uniqueness stems from the fact that the avocado and lettuce, two ingredients not commonly used by other local stands, perfectly mingle with the tender pieces of pastor and fresh chunks of tomatoes and onions. Adding on to the liveliness of the burrito, the stand uses a perfect ratio of refried beans and rice, because adding more would have created a dull and bland flavor. Having moved from Mexico, I often miss the lively flavors that the taco stands and restaurants back home had because Mexican cuisine in the states often misses that mark. But this burrito… oh man… it took me back to my childhood.

Eli (Carne Asada Burrito): Having been disappointed in the first stand, I was eager for a tasty burrito. Luckily this shop did not disappoint. The burrito was perfectly balanced, and every bite provided a wonderful explosion of flavor to my taste buds. The two main ingredients that put this burrito above others were the vegetables and the meat. I did not find any charred or salty pieces of beef in my burrito; instead I was greeted with a warm steak that was excellently seasoned, cooked splendidly, and wrapped inside of a fluffy tortilla. This warm meat alone would not give this burrito top marks, but what did was the ability of the lettuce and vegetables to provide a refreshing and delectable crunch to each bite. I found myself speechless at

apple pie… because, in a sense, it is.

With that announcement out of the way, over spring break, we decided to drop in on one of the best burrito joints in town: Taqueria Tulancingo (next to Mini Super Hidalgo). When hunger strikes, McMinnville residents who know what’s up love popping into this place for a good bite. We heard the buzz, so we checked it out.

times, because of how enjoyable and flavor packed each taste was. This burrito deserves high praise, and I recommend it to anyone looking for a tasty alternative to their normal routine. If it’s lunch time, it’s burrito time, and you’ll probably catch me down at the corner of 3rd and Irvine indulging in one of McMinnville’s greatest treats, an extraordinary burrito.

Zane (Chorizo Burrito): What more is to be said other than that this is the indisputable best burrito in town? Seriously, I haven’t found one better. First off, the chorizo was perfectly done -and paired with the cool and crispy romaine lettuce inside, I couldn’t believe how lucky I was to be eating this thing.

The warmth and tenderness of the tortilla and its contents in contrast with the refreshing greens and avocado had me head over heels. Ladies and gents, look no further… this is it.

Price: A Although not heavily advertised, this place has a student discount that offers a burrito for the price of six dollars. This helps the stand cement its place as having the best bang for your buck burrito in town. You get more than what you pay for. I would without a doubt classify it as a steal since it is enough delicious food to satisfy one’s appetite for at least half the day.

Service: A The service was kind, quick and exactly as it should be. We experienced a quick exchange at the cash register and a burrito delivery time that clocked in at just under five minutes. And when

the humble cook called out Zane’s order to be picked up, she stood there with the paper plate in her extended hand and a smile that said she wasn’t just handing him a delicious burrito; no no, far more. The smile also seemed to offer a beautiful companionship in the name of the almighty Taqueria Tulancingo. It was like a gift from the Gods.

Atmosphere: B+ Having recently upgraded their stand, Tulancingo has now become the best place to go to enjoy a burrito without having to take precautions for the unpredictable Oregon weather.

The place is completely enclosed and has heaters dispersed throughout to account for the windy and rainy days.

We happened to go on a sunny day, and while it would have been better to have been outside, we still enjoyed the sun that shined through the clear plastic that encloses the stand. The only major drawback was that there was no Mexican music playing to create a more authentic feel.

Overall: A This place is very hard not to like.

In terms of taste, it doesn’t get much better than this. And in terms of everything else… well, let’s just say that it’s taken care of. Next time you find yourself with some time on your hands during lunch, journey downtown and make the stop at Taqueria Tulancingo.

It’s well worth it. Also, while you’re at it, tell them the Burrito Boys sent you and see what happens.

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A Food Truck Phenomenon

BY LILLY MCCARTY writer

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This year, the ASB team wanted to enhance new activities and opportunities for students to experience during Unity Month. So, this gave them the idea to contact a couple of food trucks around McMinnville and advertise them to come stay at MHS for a day. They also thought it was a great option for freshmen, since they aren’t supposed to leave campus. It really gave students and teachers an idea to try new foods that they wouldn’t usually try.

There were a small total of two food trucks that arrived, giving an option for the students and staff to choose from. The trucks were called “Hawaii 5 - 0 - 3” and “La Cubanita”, two similar but very different kinds of foods. As the bell had rung for lunch time, students shockingly came out piling in lines to order from the two trucks.

Some students were there to buy the food, and some were there for the looks of it. Either way, most of the students enjoyed the occasion. This was a very successful event that the student body had put on for the students of MHS. Giving the students a chance to speak,

Kadie Boe, Sophomore, said “ I didn't have the chance to experience the food trucks but I think the idea is amazing. I saw it as an opportunity for the community to support itself and it’s small local businesses.

I think students who usually can’t go off campus, like freshman, or upperclassmen without cars had the chance to get good food for lunch and have it be very accessible. I do think it should be a continuous event and next time i will make sure to try some. I know all of my peers enjoyed having food available right here at school, and they would definitely buy more food from the trucks.” Saying, she had really enjoyed the idea and thought process that went through this event.

Overall, the food trucks that took place was a successful idea. Some students loved the thought of this, whether they had money or not. The food trucks were a great way to show diversity in foods and cultures.

Hopefully we can have more experiences like these to show students the broad selection of foods there are across the world.

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Corner Cafe Opens

BY CAROLINA ELIAS JUAREZ Since the remodeling of Mac High, new things have come up, the library being one of the biggest examples. With this, other new things have come up, like the Corner Café, previously known as the Action Corner that is being introduced to the student body.

The Corner Café is run by fourth period marketing students. Three of the students who manage this cafe are Zac Mason, Abby Valdez, and Itzel Lerenes.

All three of them have different positions within the Corner Café. “I’ve lately have been working on Adobe Illustrator making logos and certain stuff to go around the school to advertise it.” Mason explains what he does for the Corner Café. “We’re just going to be selling stuff and making food and drinks,” said Itzel Liernes.

In preparation for the grand opening of the Corner Café, Lerenes explains what they had to do in order to get everything ready to go. “We’ve been training with the coffee machine, we had to buy all the stuff, we have to organize everything, and just make sure we know where everything is.” Abby Valdez shines a light on the hectic energy student experience during lunch, “It’s also a small space to work with, so there’s only so much we can do. We’re trying to make it easy on us, so it’s also more organized for people who want to come in.”

Items being sold at the Corner Café include bagels, coffee, tea, and much more that are yet to be here. “We’re kind of limited right now just because of the area we’re at, said Zac Mason. Prices are also somewhat set. “The prices range depending on what you get, so you wouldn’t spend more than five dollars there if you get one thing.” Reassures Itzel Lerenes.

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fashion

Will McConkie Meet Mac High’s very own up-and-coming fashion designer

BY BREDIN BLANCHARD writer

What is fashion? According to MHS student William McConkie, “fashion is what anyone makes it or wants it to be.

For me personally it’s how I use clothing to express my emotions or an idea. . . I feel like it’s always good to have an outlet to express yourself with whether it be sports, fashion, fine arts, foods etc.” McConkie makes his own clothing because he said, “I love a very specific style of fashion.”

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McConkie is one of the many fashion designers we have at our school. He says his favorite piece he’s made is, “a rose gold leisure suit with a V shaped collar. . . The inspiration for it was the song S.O.S by Rihanna. I imagined what I would wear walking down a runway while the song played.” McConkie even has his own clothing line, “I have made at least 2 (clothing lines) in the past year and I’m currently working on 2 more.

For most of my pieces I hope that my fashion can impact others. Sometimes I design something just because I love it and would just love to wear it.” When McConkie is designing an outfit the important part about it is “How it will wear when I’m moving around in it and what vibe will it give off.”

He’s already on his way to becoming a fashion designer, but he says

“Part time, I want to be a pop star like Beyoncé or lady Gaga, but have a high end clothing brand as well.” McConkie expresses how he found out he wanted to be a fashion designer and what grade it started, “8th grade, I took one of those career quizzes and it suggested something in fashion and I realized how fun that would be. My love for fashion has been growing” McConkie says that he’d describe his style as, “Very Avant Garde.

(Very experimental, new, and unusual)” McConkie has a love for fashion and does it for himself and not others. “I always make sure the passion is there. I don’t wear something because, it’s really trendy or it’ll get me new followers but because I truly enjoy the design and where I drew the inspiration from.”

McConkie estimates throughout the next 2-10 years what the new trends might become “Based on what has happened in the past, it could go in a few different directions. It could repeat an old style like the 50’s or 70’s. It could also get to the point where we’re barely wearing anything at all.” One thing McConkie would like everybody to know is, “If anyone is afraid of wearing something because you think it’s not cool or you can’t pull it off just remember is you can rock literally anything as long as you have the attitude of a supermodel.”

Online Orders: Convenient or Risky?

The dangers of online shopping present themselves as shopping online becomes more prevalent

BY JESS JONES features editor

One risk is that, if you’re ordering clothes, they could come in a size or two too small. One example of this is when you order from Wish.com. Wish is an online (or in an app) shop where they sell you different things, such as makeup, clothes, hair products, and even wedding dresses, for huge discounts.

Recently, I ordered three pairs of pants from Wish, and a shirt for my mom (everything was ordered all together on Feb. 20). Two pairs of them were jeans (one is for work), and one was a capris pair of black leggings with pockets. On all of the pants, I went a size up when I ordered them, because I know that

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ordering clothes can be a bit of a risk, and it was my first time using Wish. When my first pair of jeans came, a medium-wash colored pair, I was so excit-

So the next morning, I’m getting dressed for school and decide to try them on. I couldn’t get them on.

They were too small. I sighed, took them off, folded them, than just wore something else. I was disappointed, but what can you do? The same thing happened with the pants I bought for work. But, the capris leggings fit, which I was excited about.

Another risk is always delivery. If you need something quickly, don’t order from Wish. I ordered something on Feb. 20. My first thing, the medium wash jeans, got to my house March 4. One of my mom’s shirts, and the black jeans, got here March 9th.My capris leggings got here on March 12, and my mom’s other shirt is still on its way (Arrived March 16) . So everything didn’t come all together, but at different times, and spread out.

ed. New jeans! But then I held them up. They looked a little small, but maybe I was just seeing things.

Ordering online has its risks, obviously, but sometimes, it can pay off in the end.

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In today’s day and age, online shopping is becoming more and more popular. You can order food, order some furniture, and get new towels, all from the comfort of your own bed. One of the biggest things to order online is clothes. T-Shirts, pants, shoes, if you can name it, you can order it. But ordering clothes, or anything really, online comes with a few risks.

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Coming Attractions

The Restaurant

The MHS spring play, “The Dining Room” is coming to Douglas Anderson Auditorium

An anonymous MHS student shares an enthralling short story

BY JESS JONES features editor JESS JONES

A group of cast members work on their lines for “The Dining Room”. This play is unique in that it doesn’t require set changes or blackouts.

LILLIE SPENCER

She felt a surge of insecurity pulse through her veins as she reached for the door with shaky hands. She wondered if this was a mistake while the people inside wondered about her.

She was beautiful. She had long legs, light eyes, tan skin, and long dark hair. She looked just like her mother.

When she opened the door the familiar scent of coffee lingered in the air. It was a warm atmosphere, and for a second it almost seemed inviting. The place was lit up with Christmas lights hung up along each wall, and there was a tree in the corner decorated with colorful ornaments.

Quickly, she made her way to a table in the back and sat down. The table was made out of barn wood and the surface was jagged and sharp. She took a deep breath and ran her manicured fingertips through her soft, straight hair. A sense of sadness rushed through her as she pictured her mom sitting across from her. It felt like an eternity had passed as she sat there; a prisoner to her own mind.

“Can I get you something to drink?” Startled, she jumped before responding “No, thank you” her voice barely above a whisper.

As the waitress walked away the girl pleaded for

her to stay. Or maybe even just sit down for a while.

Suddenly, she felt something warm trickle across her hand. It was blood.

Each drop was as red as the fallen leaves scattered along the roads that created the city she grew to resent. She watched each drop with sorrow, it reminded her of everything she lost; including herself. Suddenly the once warm and lively place turned dark and dull. She couldn’t recall a time she has ever felt so alone.

Zoe Schuck and Colin Salewski practice for the play. “The Dining Room will be coming to Douglas Anderson Auditorium on May 3rd.

It’s that time of year again.

Can you hear it? Why, it’s the theatre kids rehearsing for yet another show. This year’s spring show is The Dining Room, and is directed by Danielle Potter. “‘The Dining Room’ is a unique play. There are no blackouts or clear set changes, so the structure is different than most are used to,” Potter said. Potter is also having to do double time as a director, and is also directing a show at the Salem Pentacle Theatre called “Fools.”

The Dining Room is about 18 different families whom all of end up in the dining room at some point. With different ages of characters, from 8 to 80 years

old, and from all over, audiences really get a feel of all sorts of different people. And with a cast of about 10 people, you get all sorts of different people playing those other characters.

“Directing is one of my favorite things and I got very lucky with such a great cast and crew,” Potter said.

The Dining Room will be showing May 3, 4, 9, 10, and 11, all at 7p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for students and seniors, and $3 if you have your ASB card. All showings will be in the Douglas Anderson Auditorium.

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Celebrity Look Alike

Man Bites Dog Got Beef?

Cheese Bargaining

Florida man, Evan McLemore, was offered a slice of pizza after a 4 hour standoff with SWAT, because he threatened his family with Coldplay lyrics. He also warned them of retribution from his “nazi prison associates.” It was never stated if he actually got the slice of pizza, but was in fact charged with resisting an officer without violence, and aggravated stalking.

Pizza Slap

A 33-year-old man named Robert Houston who held his dad down a slapped him with pizza, because he was mad that his dad helped birth him. After his dad was assaulted, he called the cops. When the police arrived, his Dad had chunks of cheese on his face, making it clear and obvious,what taylor had done. Taylor was arrested on domestic battery charges.

(January 4)

Unexpected Expenses

Last spring, a $5 million class-action lawsuit was filed in Fort Lauderdale federal court by Cynthia Kissner, of Broward County, and Leonard Werner, of MiamiDade. The pair say they had to pay for cheese they didn’t want on their Quarter Pounder sandwiches. The fast food giant prevailed when U.S. District Judge William Dimitrouleas dismissed the case, saying the complaint was “absurd.” The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform later ranked the Florida duo’s Quarter Pounder with Cheese filing No. 8 on its Top 10 Most Ridiculous Lawsuits of 2018.

Best Siri Voices

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Kalysta Martino, 11

Zachary Gordon

Tanner Farley, 12

“Female with American Accent” Josh Flores, 11 “British Lady”Silas Sumner, 09 “British Male”- Mae Neuschwanger, 11 “Australian Guy”Mia Richardson, 11

“Keep the phone above or below your head” “You feed should include pictures “Use a second of your interests account to and friends” preview layouts before posting”

Social Media Advivce With MHS Junior, Katelin Gooch

Courteney Cox

“French guy”Mallory Mead, 12

“Use a preset from VSCO to get the same result every time”

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Jennifer Lawrence

Harper Maselli, 12

Lexie McKinley, 12 Zachary Gordon

A man named Daniel Taylor attacked a McDonald’s employee in St. Petersburg on Jan. 2, because there were no straws at the condiment bar. However, the day before a new law went into effect, where in his city you need to request a straw, so we can supposably save the turtles. What Taylor did was not night; however, it is important to testify that McDonalds has the best straws in all of fast food.