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Is There Still Hope? The effects of climate change are severe. There are some organizations, however, that have been working to keep the world a little safer. “The EPA’s partners have reduced over 345 million tons of greenhouse gases in 2010 alone - equivalent to the emissions of 81 million vehicles - and saving consumers and businesses about $21 billion,” the EPA said.

Accomplishments regarding climate change so far

Emilie James, Photographer March 16, 2022

Climate change and global warming has become more apparent around the world in the past decade. It is a serious issue, and according to a study in February 2020, approximately one-third of the world’s...

Most popular post: With 536 likes, this photo of a car wreck is the most well-known @lshsbadparking post. The car wreck shown happened Jan. 7, when school was canceled due to road conditions. "I think the once-ler confused the trees for the power pole," the caption said.

Students make Instagram pages inspired by TikTok trend

Penelope Zickefoose, Photographer February 8, 2022

Over 10 Instagram accounts have been made that feature different students from LSHS and things they do. These pages have racked up hundreds of followers, with one gaining over 1,000.  The idea behind...

They're back: It's been quite a long time since we had access to the restrooms around school and now they are officially back. After their closing, there was outrage by students not agreeing that they should be closed. "I didn't realize they were going to be closed for this long all just to prove a point," sophomore Elijah Ferreira said.

A long wait ends

Aidyn Marshall, Staff Reporter February 8, 2022

Since their original closing in October, January has come and gone, and the time has also come where our school's bathroom closure is a problem of the past. But real quick let's look at how we got here. Starting...

Love is in the air: Valentine's Day raises the hopes of many individuals all around the world. The creation of this holiday allowed people to honor their loved ones. “You should be thankful for the people who give you the opportunity to love each other instead of it being just this like sappy giving cards and gifts and chocolates to each other,” teacher Marcus Merrifield said.

The origins of Valentine’s Day

Madison Tandiama, Photographer February 8, 2022

Modern Day Valentine’s Day: Every year on Feb. 14, Americans commemorate Valentine's Day by sending cards or letters, giving presents such as sweets or flowers and dining out with loved ones. Many...

Pumped up: The Boys Swim and Dive team excitedly yell the cheer they do before every meet. Swimmers created cheers for the divers that they chant after each dive. "Things like, 'Honey, where's my super suit?' or...'C-4. Hit! you sunk my battleship!' for each diver makes it fun. I know the divers love hearing them, and the swimmers love making them up. It's fun to watch other schools react too. We have probably the most enthusiastic diver cheers in the area!" Coach Brady Dykgraaf said.

Boys Swim and Dive is soon coming to an end after a successful season

Dakota Latham, Photographer February 8, 2022

The boys team this year won all seven regular season meets, and is sending many athletes to districts. They have had many ups and downs, especially regarding the impacts of COVID-19, but the team has maintained...

Portrait of biochemist Marie Maynard Daly, circa 1942.

Scientist – Marie Maynard Daly

Camille Kent, Photographer February 7, 2022

Marie Maynard Daly was a Biochemist. Born on Apr. 16, 1921, in New York City. Daly was the first African American woman in the United States to get a Ph.D. in Chemistry. She earned her degree at Columbia...

Alice Walker spoke at the Auditorium

Author – Alice Walker

Aimel Rai, Head Photographer February 7, 2022

Alice Walker was born on Feb. 9, 1944, in Eatonton, Georgia. Walker grew up poor being the youngest of 8 children. Growing up in the drastically split-up South, Walker defied numerous stereotypes, including...

Grammy award-winning singer and songwriter John Legend sings a few of his greatest hits to University of the Pacific students.

Musician – John Legend

Nylah Harrington, Photographer February 7, 2022

John Rogers, more commonly known as John Legend, was born December 28, 1978, in Springfield, Ohio. He’s had a deep love for music and even took piano lessons at three years old. With age, his talent...

Marsha P. Johnson

Activist – Marsha P. Johnson

Maren Hammer February 7, 2022

Marsha P. Johnson: One of the first well-known black gay and transgender rights activists, she fought heavily for gay rights and for transgender youth like herself.  The Marsha P. Johnson Insitute,...

NASA mathematical Katherine Johnson at work in 1966.

Mathematician – Katherine Johnson

Camille Kent, Photographer February 7, 2022

Katherine Johnson was born on August 26, 1918, in White Sulfur Springs, West Virginia. Johnson was an American mathematician whose calculations of orbital mechanics as a NASA employee were critical to...

Maya Angelou gives a riveting speech for Barack Obama’s Campaign at The Carolina Theater, Greensboro, North Carolina, September of 2008.

Author – Maya Angelou

Aimel Rai, Head Photographer February 7, 2022

Marguerite Ann Johnson, better known as Maya Angelou, was born on April 4, 1928, in St. Louis Missouri. Maya and her older brother, Bailey were sent to live with their grandma in Arkansas when they were...

Rihanna at 106 & Park at BET Studios, New York City.

Singer – Robyn Fenty

Nylah Harringon, Photographer February 7, 2022

Robyn Fenty, also known as Rihanna, was born Feb. 20, 1988, in Saint Micheal, Barbados. Rihanna dropped out of school and moved to the United States at the young age of 16 to jump-start her singing career....