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College dorm: Ben Stainbrook shares his well-decorated room with a roommate at Washington State University. Aside from expenses, Ive always looked forward to having my own living space to have on campus, EVCC student Autumn Haines said.

Living on or off campus in the Pacific Northwest

Financial independence presents a big responsibility for students going into college, and with that responsibility it is important to consider and account for every factor
Cameron Haines, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2022
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Will NATO help: The organization discussed Russia’s actions in recent years. They will aid Ukraine how they can whilst avoiding a potential World War III. “Russia’s recent massive military build-up and destabilising activities in and around Ukraine have further escalated tensions and undermined security,” Brussels Summit Communiqué, Section 14 said.

NATO to be more involved in Ukraine

An emergency summit held regarding Russia’s invasion
Emilie James, Photographer
April 25, 2022
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Furry Friends: Dog owners over the pandemic start to see issues arising in their dogs. The COVID-19 lockdown led to many people getting dogs, who started to see behavioral issues with their pets as time went on. “It’s the people that only see ‘a dog has to go in this box’, and it can’t be outside of that box,” junior Christina Derry said.

COVID-19 puppy craze fosters severe anxiety in dogs

A return to normal and lack of socialization make for a disastrous recipe with our furry friends
Faith Hill, Head Photographer
April 25, 2022
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Spring play: Promotion for Lake Stevens high school’s production of Clue is in full swing as show dates are rapidly approaching. The game Clue was first released in 1949 and was patented by British musician Anthony Pratt based on the parlor game called Murder. “Clue is a mystery of whodunnit. six guests arrive at a mansion, all holding secrets from one another. Will secrets bring out the best in them, or will it take a turn for the worst? Come find out in a night of fun, intrigue, and sleuthing, where you too can find out who should be put behind bars,” senior Haley Tabor said.

Lake Stevens High School Drama Club presents Clue

The LSHS Drama Club brings mystery and comedy to the stage on April 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, and 30 with their production of Clue.
Hailey Cordell, Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2022
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Unobstructed: Students in German class participate in their regular class activity while mask-free. The class learned better being able to see each others mouths while speaking. “I think not having to wear masks makes learning German a lot easier. You can see the way peoples mouths are moving when they say words you arent familiar with, so it’s easier to learn how to pronounce them,” junior Keaton Axtell said.

Students part ways with their masks

As the number of COVID cases rapidly declines, Washington state is ready to lift the mask mandate
Cameron Smutz, A&E Section Editor
March 22, 2022
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Endless entertainment: Liesel Kuhrau sits scrolling through TikTok looking for reading inspiration. The new and upcoming hashtag BookTok has over 39.2 billion views on the app. BookTok is the most scrumptious hashtag in the entire multiverse, sophomore Ian Wright said.

BookTok Breakdown: Is it worth the hype?

Dakota Latham, Photographer
March 17, 2022
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So much temptation: Placing these eye-catching unhealthy foods at the front of the store causes unhealthy decisions. These unhealthy foods could be hurting your mental and physical health. Eating healthy causes good habits with your physical and mental health, senior Ashtyn Shepard said.

Think‌ ‌healthy‌ ‌

Brock Grose, Photographer
March 17, 2022
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Spirit Senator! LSHS Senior Senator Michael Colonna considers new spirit days to implement before this years spring break. Colonna worked with members of his Leadership class to create new spirit days.”They should be coming from the audience and the people, Colonna said.

Spirit Week at LSHS

Are you spring ready?
Jose Vega, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2022
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Highlighted upcoming concerts: Washington will be hosting many upcoming events from many different big names throughout the rest of the year. Having always been a major stop for artists, Seattle has continued to be a great place for musical shows. There are plenty of great shows that I cant wait to see this year, senior Christian Corea stated.

Upcoming Washington concerts

An in-depth look at concerts heading to town this year
Elijah Spencer and Cassius Peterson, Staff Reporter and Section Editor
March 17, 2022
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Nominee Ruth Bader Ginsburg stands before the Senate Judiciary Committee on July 20, 1993, on Capitol Hill.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Addison Delgado, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2022
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Photo of Norma McCorvey, featured on the left, and her attorney, Gloria Allred, featured on the right, outside the US Supreme Court in 1989.

Norma McCorvey

Addison Delgado, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2022
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Picture of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, who was a prominent leader in the movement for equal rights for women.

Elizabeth Cady Stanton

Addison Delgado, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2022
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