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Are teens too political?

Are teens too political?

Anastasia Cuevas May 6, 2026

Are teens becoming too politically active? In 2025-2026, teens have been becoming more active in politics. I believe that’s a good thing! Genz is being called the “dumbest” generation, i believe...

poster for my survey and poster of military benefits side by side

They want you!

Gabri Trujillo, Podcast Editor March 14, 2026

There's something so depressing about watching those you know go into a life threatening situation while the country is actively making it more difficult for everyday people to survive. Almost all political...

Government Gone Rogue: Immigration

Government Gone Rogue: Immigration

Makenzie Greenup, Staff Member February 9, 2026

I'm not one to get involved with the Government but have you noticed the things "He" has done? His saying "make America great again" has been doing the opposite. Instead of showing what an actual president...

Polar Bears Habitats are Melting Away

Polar Bears Habitats are Melting Away

Alexander Reeves, Staff February 5, 2026

Human activity is both rapidly changing and harming wild animals' environments, and one of these prime examples right now is the polar bear and the Arctic sea ice. Polar bears, the beloved white fluffy...

Moth-man!

The Moth-Man Conspiracy

Makenzie Greenup, Staff Member November 24, 2025

Who is Moth-Man? Where is Moth-Man? What is Moth-Man? And how did Moth-Man become a conspiracy? Moth-Man, a winged cryptid from Point Pleasant, West Virginia, is described as a tall human-like figure...

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