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BRIGHT LIGHTS: Senior Harrison Orr snaps a photo of sophomore Taylor McCallister Seattle at Pike Place Market. “I took three of my friends down to Seattle for some nighttime photography. I specifically chose Pike Place because of all the neon lights,” Orr said.

Graduating students at LSHS decide to join the arts in college

Nadia Tucey, A&E Editor June 10, 2019

Senior year is all about figuring out what students want to do or who they want to be. It’s a time of reflection, but also a time to peer into the future. The most important thing when making the decision...

WINNER TAKES ALL: Junior Rianna Dean pushes her way through and competes against fellow teammates. She and her roller derby team split in half and scrimmaged before an upcoming game. “We all go to a lot of games, but since there’s not many roller derby teams, games are pretty limited,” Dean said.

Rianna Dean makes a name for herself

Nadia Tucey, A&E Editor June 10, 2019

Many students at LSHS excel at sports and hobbies outside of her school community. One of these students is junior Rianna Dean, who has been nationally ranked in roller derby. For those not familiar with...

Patchett gets interviewed by 1430 KYKN Radio in Keizer, Oregon.

Youngest Professional Sportscaster

Kayto Krueger, Staff Reporter June 10, 2019

Playing a professional sport is one thing, but broadcasting for a professional sports team is another. Senior Payne Patchett booked himself a season play-by-play announcing for the pro baseball team, Salem-Keizer...

Orange you glad to go to college?: Senior Taylor Roe prepares to sign her letter of intent to Oklahoma State University to compete in their Cross Country and Track and Field programs starting next season. Ever since she transferred here from Kamiak High School during her sophomore year, she has led both the Cross Country and Track and Field programs to prominent success, which got the attention of numerous universities from around the country. Taylor is one of eight seniors interviewed for this piece that have signed their letter of intent to play college athletics next season.

Here are the future college athletes that will graduate in June

Payne Patchett, Posting Editor June 10, 2019

When the year draws to a close, it can be a daunting task for seniors to decide what they will do or where they will go after high school, but these eight seniors have had their paths made through commitments...

Senior Marshal Ryan wears a hard hat at school and a hard hat after graduation.

Seniors go to the workforce after high school

Sebastian Otness, Staff Reporter June 10, 2019

College isn’t always for everyone, so some decide to just go to work. People just like to go through thirteen years of school and not keep going because they are worn out of going to school.   “I...

Brazilian exchange student makes the most of LSHS experience

Brazilian exchange student makes the most of LSHS experience

Julia Pinheiro de Oliviera, Copy Editor June 10, 2019

My life at LSHS was a little different from everyone else’s. Being an exchange student, English is obviously not my first language; oftentimes, I was judged and belittled for that, even though I believe...

Gabby Watts wins 2nd place in culinary competition

Gabby Watts wins 2nd place in culinary competition

Julia Pinheiro De Oliveira, Copy Editor May 3, 2019

The weekend before spring break began, the LSHS Culinary Team drove to a competition in Coos Bay. It’s purpose was not only to win scholarships, but also to compete and cook together. These student chefs...

GETTING READY TO GO: All of the workers are getting ready for third lunch, expecting a large crowd of students. They whip out stuff super fast so you don’t need to wait for your food for long.

Lake Stevens High School Cove

Sebastian Otness, Staff Reporter May 2, 2019

The Cove is full of different foods and drinks such as “English muffins, yogurt products, as well as beverage items like Vitamin Waters, smoothies, Red Bull chargers and even water bottles,” senior...

STUBBORN AS A BULL: These figures represent each of the twelve signs. The figures symbolize an animal or person that generalizes an important trait of that zodiac sign, such as the bull for Taurus, a sign known for its determination.

Zodiac signs for dummies

Nadia Tucey, A&E Editor May 2, 2019

Though zodiac signs have been proven to not be real, they’re still interesting to learn about. From Aries to Pisces, there are 12 possible zodiac signs you could have. People learn about zodiac signs...

(Left to right) Senior Josie Fritzler, juniors Emma Crumley, Cheyenne Kreide, Kylie Foutch, Regan Galovic, and senior Kelsey Brace pose in front of the Anatomage Table poster after competing in the Anatomage competition.  The LSHS team placed 10th, but in the second round Wenatchee High School beat them by 20 points [or 5 questions], kicking them out of the Anatomage table competition. “It was really fun to try out the table (see article for details) and see all the specifics to the parts of the body,” Fritzler said.

Sports Med Girls Make it to State

Emma Crumley, Copy Editor May 1, 2019

Six advanced Sports Medicine students were selected to compete in the Sports Medicine competition for the 2018-2019 school year. Juniors Kylie Foutch, Regan Galovic, Cheyenne Kreide, Emma Crumley, and...

Matching, homemade tattoos. Senior Cole Hohenstein displays his tattoo done by his older sister, Avery. He made a pact with his two older sisters to get coordinating tattoos symbolizing each of their astrological signs. Avery ordered tattoo materials off of the internet to begin her tattooing career and proposed the idea of giving family members some tattoos. She asked Cole to be her guinea pig, and he said yes. “I remember when she showed me this idea of getting matching tattoos of our symbols and I loved it. Then she tattooed me,” Hohenstein said.

The stigma around tattoos

Abigail Morgan, Design and features editor April 26, 2018

   Many people are getting tattoos nowadays, and there are countless  kinds of tattoos and places to put them. Everyone has their own thoughts on tattoos and whether they’re  good or bad, especially...

he above picture is the final result of the origami box flower. Be kind and respectful on Mother’s Day, and give your Mom love. Till next time Vikings!

Your DIY Guide to a thoughtful Mother’s Day Gift

Kassie Gruel, Photographer and staff reporter April 26, 2018

This issue of the DIY column will be based around Mother’s Day and a gift for your mom with step-by-step instructions. Mother’s Day will be celebrated on Sunday, May 13 this year, so plan ahead and...