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SIERRA GALINDO PORTFOLIO 2014-2015

Self Reflection After being on the staff for coming onto three years now, I have learned many skills that better me as not only a writer and editor, but a better journalist.

I have learned that deadlines are important in order to produce the paper. When a writer does not get their story, photograph, or sidebar in, it keeps the editor from being able to complete their pages and that slows down the production of the entire paper.

Another important skills I learned was teamwork and communication. This is something I have certainly improved on from my first year on the staff. Last year, I hardly communicated with my editors at all, now as an editor I make sure to check in with writers and help them where they need it.

Journalism ethics is one of the most important things I have learned while being on the staff. As a journalist under a public school administration, you have to be careful what you put into articles and sometimes make some hard decisions. You sometimes have to sacrifice your articles or parts of it for the sake of the school and sometimes other people.

For example, when Wyatt Bush gave the dance show a bad grade, we had to change it because Wyatt did not understand the dance show, so he should not have even graded the event.

Sometimes as a journalist, especially when dealing with a touchy subject, you might have to interview people that do not want to tell you anything. I had this happen to me when I was interviewing Ian Cordwell and Carrie Dyrek about the recall election and firing of the town manager. By the end of the interview, Dyrek just kept saying “I don’t know,” so I simply thanked her and Ian for their time, and left. When I am a professional journalist, I am sure I will have to deal with interviews like that one constantly, so having dealt with that will better prepare me.

Dedication would have to be the second most important thing I have learned while being on the staff. Being a journalist is hard work and it certainly is not something for everyone. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to do it and if that is something you lack, you are going to have a really hard time making it in the real world. When I interviewed Mary Beth Faller of the AZ Republic for a project in English class, she told me “journalism is a calling, no one does it to get rich.” I completely agree, I work hard to be the best journalist I can be I hope that it is paying off.

Advertising is a skill I do know a little about, but not enough to say I have any skills with it.

What I have learned about advertising is that you want to try to emphasize the success of our paper and use it as a good marketing strategy. For example, you want to tell potential advertisers who reads the paper and how many people read it. If their business is targeted more for adults, talk about how students bring home the paper for their parents to read.

You do not want to take no for an answer, but if they incessant on not purchasing an ad, make sure you get them to say “no” twice.

Reflection #1 My most significant piece of work this semester

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had to be the article I wrote on Bike Week and The Hideaway Grill. I believe this piece is my best because I threw my entire being into it, and it was on something that I really love and am interested in. First semester, I assigned myself the article on the bond issue specifically to push myself out of my comfort zone and write a longer article, but for this article I chose it because I felt like I was the best person to write it.

While I would not necessarily consider myself a biker, going to Bike Week is always fun for me

FINDING THE HIDEAWAY

and it was something that had not been covered in the paper yet. I liked that this article showed

by SIERRA GALINDO Life Editor

bikers in a more positive light, since living in

The Hideaway Bar and Grill, located “somewhere in Cave Creek,” is a bar that prides itself on being a relaxed environment where people make new friends.

Mark Bradshaw, owner of The Hideaway, came to Cave Creek nearly 20 years ago where he opened up the bar. Bradshaw had been passing through Cave Creek for many years, tried many different careers, such as selling insurance, until one day he decided to open The Hideaway.

Rick Stahl, General Manager of The Hideaway, had known Bradshaw since third grade. They had both tried other careers and worked in the hospitality before when they both decided to come together and work at the bar together.

“It [Cave Creek] is an eclectic town. It’s fun to walk around and say hello to everyone, it’s just fun to associate,” said Stahl.

In addition to owning and operating The Hideaway, Bradshaw also owns Cave Creek Tap Haus alongside his partner Jim O’Toole. Tap Haus is located a block down from Hideaway, and has also became a popular bar for bikers when it opened up in 2011. With 27 televisions, live music, and over 50 beers on tap, it makes the bar a great tourist stop said Rick Stahl , the as well. Bradshaw described the bar as “old Europe general manager of The meets New Orleans” to the Phoenix New Times.

Hideaway Bike Week is a yearly event where all sorts of Motorcycle Clubs (MC) and vendors come to show off their bikes and products. Griz, a path maker who comes to The Hideaway every Saturday. Custom bike makers like Dirty Bird, MRI, Azzkikr, and CLS Cycles also attend to showcase their custom bikes and offer services such as radio installation.

“It [Bike Week] is just crazy,” Hayden Sissingh, a junior said, “All you see is just miles and miles of bikes parked on the side of the road.”

The bar looks out on a “sea of bikes” where people come out to show off their bikes and what they have customized. Stahl remarked that the connotation of a biker “just isn’t quite right.”

“Some of the bikers that come are lawyers, doctors, politicians,” said Stahl, “it isn’t just like Hell’s Angels. It’s not that kind of bar.”

Cave Creek, most people still associate the work “biker” with “dangerous, bad, Hell’s Angels.” Inter-

“It is an eclectic town. It’s fun to walk around and say hello to everyone, it’s just fun to associate,”

viewing Rick Stahl, the General Manager of The Hideaway, was the best part for me. He was not always a Creeker, but you could tell how much he loved the town and all of these bikers that come into the bar; he was by far the best person I have ever had to interview. Since this piece was a spotlight, I did not have to worry so much about facts and making sure everything was on point. It was an easy article to write since I knew so much about the subject, and I am glad I got to write it.

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Reflection #2 INSIDE THE CSPRESS A piece that could still use some

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were very nice, but I noticed that they were stonewalling me a bit;

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Gettingformer dropped off at the roundabout in of bedazzled sandals the Town Manager, theyfrom Focus. I loved front of the Islands restaurant at noon, spending the day shopping at stores and watching a movie at the AMC theatre are just some of the memories many students have from the Desert Ridge shopping center. However, businesses continue to close, making these memories more difficult to recreate.

“Desert Ridge was the place that I could go if I just wanted to spend time alone with my friends,” Stephanie Haan, a senior said, “I remember feeling like a grown up back in middle school if I got to walk around the mall for a couple hours. The funny part is my mom would never actually leave when I was there, she would always be in Joannes or Ross until it was time to go.”

Not all of the retail stores that have closed over the last few years have Desert Ridge to blame for their failures. Stores such as Wet Seal and The Disney Store were shut down nationwide. Over the last year, Wet Seal closed 11 stores in Arizona.

The closest mall that has all these shops running efficiently is Arrowhead Towne Center in Glendale.

“I wish they still had the Disney store there. It’s not like everyone has the money to go on a Disney vacation. Now if I want to get any kind of shirt or bag I have to buy it online,” Parker Long a senior said.

New stores do not last more than a couple months. A few examples of this are Bath Junkie and Focus. There are many factors as to why these lstores closed; too high of rent, not enough business, com-

them, and even though they were pricey I still shopped there. Now the only real shoe store left at Desert Ridge is DSW, and personally, I don’t like their stuff nearly as much,” Haan said.

The outdoor mart is looking more like a ghost town with every empty shop it adds on. It also appears that stores that have been at the mall for longer periods are closing as well. Aeropostale, which is currently closing down in other locations, first closed its doors at the Desert Ridge.

“Stores closing at Desert Ridge hasn’t really had an effect on me, but I am a guy so I don’t do a lot of shopping. I never thought Desert Ridge was all that great. I like Scottsdale 101 better, there is more restaurants,” Cameron Horan, a Cactus Shadows alumnus said.

Payless Shoe store was closed down and replaced with an AT&T store. The mall is also home to a T-Mobile and a Verizon store; this replacement most like done to encourage AT&T users to come to Desert Ridge. The Children’s Place is also rumored to be seeing its final days. Many claim that the reasoning as to why these two business lost their place in the marketplace is that their merchandise failed to impress customers.

“My mom used to buy clothes there for my little brother all the time but then she stopped. She said that a lot of their shirts are ugly now and that they aren’t things she wants to see her three-year-old wearing out in public,” Long said.

went a bit stiff and did not want to say too much. The problem was that I found myself not

enjoying writing the article, and

I think it showed. For the article

to be better, it should have been written by someone else. Ryan

and Jacob knew more about the

recall election than I did. I had to

research a lot for the article, and it just was very tedious. If I could have some sort of do-over, I

would let someone else take the article.

Reflection #3 Despite the fact that this picture was not published in the paper, it still

Town council faces recall

has to be one of the best pictures I have ever taken for the paper. I just love how it focused on her, just how vibrant the colors are. To be honest,

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I think I like this picture mostly for the person. Her name was Cricket

Demands for a recall began when the council decided that there needed to be a change in administration and terminated the contract of former Cave Creek Town Manager, Usama Abujbarah, with a 4-3 vote.

“As new council members, why wouldn’t they give the town manager, with institutional knowledge on every aspect of the town, at least three or four months before you make that decision?” Susan Clancy, candidate in the election, asked the Arizona Republic.

Abujbarah filed a lawsuit against Cave Creek and the town council, saying that the vote violated Arizona’s Open Meeting Law. According to Sonoran News, since the lawsuit has been filed about $195,000 has been paid to Dickinson Wright law firm. Don Sorchych, Editorin-Chief of the Sonoran News, commented in an editorial that it would have cost the town less just to buy out Abujbarah’s contract of $120,000.

Local news publication Sonoran News has also been drawn into the controversy, with Sorchych writing editorials about how “vindictive” the firing of Abujbarah was.

There have also been allegations that Adam Trenk, vice mayor, told Abujbarah that he could remain town manager only if he agreed to “freeze out the Sonoran News.”

“It’s not really politics anymore, it’s just mud slinging,” Keith Durkin, a senior and son of recall candidate Mike Durkin, said. “They [the town] are just going back and forth and trying to get all of these people out of office.”

In order to recall someone, the people must fill out a petition for each person they want to recall. When filling out the petition, the person must state why they are recalling. After they fill out the form and they comply with the statutes, they are given certain paperwork from the town clerk and with that paperwork are petitions.

Most people also form a political committee so that citizens may know who is in charge of the committee and who is recalling a council member. The committee then are assigned a number and are then given the petitions so that they may circulate them and get enough valid signatures on the petition. Only people who live within town limits and are eligible to vote can sign the petitions. The sitting council member who is being recalled is offered the opportunity to resign and if choose to not resign, they are then given time to write a 200 word statement defending themselves that appears on the ballot along with the reason they are being recalled.

“It’s basically a redo of the last election,” Adam Trenk, vice mayor, said to the Arizona Republic, “This recall is unfounded.”

The candidates that are up for the seats being recalled include Susan Clancy, Mark Lipsky, Dick Esser and Steven LaMar. Susan Clancy, who was a former member of the Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) school board, is running against Adam Trenk for his seat on the council.

Steven LaMar faces Spitzer in the race. LaMar was elected onto the council in 2009 and again in 2011. He also ran for a seat in 2013 but came out unsuccessful.

LaMar was on the first commission and helped write the plan for when Cave Creek incorporated as a town.

Mark Lipsky faces Mike Durkin.

Dick Esser ran in the 2013 primary election, but withdrew from the general election. Now he is back running for council against Reg Monachino.

and she worked at Mid Summer Night Dreams at the Ren Fest; she really reminded me of my aunt Christine, she just was such a sweet lady.

(I just really like all the pictures I took at the Ren Fest so I am going to include a few more.)

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Reflection #4

Reflection #5

I was an asset to the staff this semester because I came to every production

Last semester and this semester, the hardship that I faced were time man-

day, came every morning to deliver the paper and completed all of my articles,

agement and deadlines. Since becoming an editor, it has been hard to balance

even if they were not turned in on time. For example, with my article about the

my regular school work with duties as a writer an editor. For example, even

results of the Cave Creek recall election, I may not have turned the drafts in

though I did complete the article on Local Jonny’s, because I did not manage

on time but I made sure that I got all of my interviews and turned in the article

my time well and I got my interviews at the very last minute. I handled the situ-

before production day. For the May issue of the paper, I got everything in on

ation to the best of my ability, but I know now that I need to perhaps prioritize

time, which was a first for this semester and everything came out well.

what is more important to do. Although this is still a problem for me, I havecertainly improved my time management skills since I not only have to worry about my regular school work and newspaper duties, but working at Firehouse Subs as well. What has really helped me stay organized was keeping a bullet journal.

I just write down everything I have to, whether that be finishing an essay, getting an interview, or remembering to text someone back. All of this has really helped me stay organized, and manage my deadlines.

Life

For the love of money

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Nikki dusaNek determines if experiences are more meaningful than material possessions ontrary to popular belief, it

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is possible to buy happiness. At least for some people. Research has shown that while some people believe purchasing items will bring them happiness, others prefer paying for experiences over items.

“It’s hard to put a value on memories, at least things have a specific price tag,” Ryan Boyd, a senior, said. Many people are aware that life experiences might make them happier, but will still choose an item over an experience because they believe it makes better financial sense.

According to sciencedaily, people are aware and can predict that paying for an experience will make them happier, but people do not understand the monetary value that can be put to an experience.

For example, if someone came into money and had two options: to either buy a car or go on vacation, evidence from science daily suggests they would buy a car. People believe that following a vacation, they would have nothing to show for the money they spent. However, with the purchase of a car, it is an item they get to keep and relate to its cost.

Of course, happiness is relative. While it may be seen as something felt in a moment it is also important to realize happiness could be a general feeling of positive wellbeing.

“If you don’t spend money or save it for a specific

reason, it does little good just sitting around.

Without something to buy, money is just paper,” Boyd said.

Having fun is a way to achieve happiness, choosing to spend money on a concert, activity or vacation will provide a person with positive memories, whereas material things may not always be so sought after. The newest computer or next generation iPhone will not always be the newest, and the want for these specific items will fade.

San Francisco State University conducted a study that revealed that people are aware that experiences make them happier, however they still believe that items have a better value. Furthermore, another Cornell study shows that when we buy something related to experience, we remain happy for longer periods of time, whereas the happiness from buying material items will fade quickly.

Also, it is possible to have the same material items as other people, but experiences belong to individuals alone. “I went to California this summer, and even though a lot of people went to California this summer, nobody did the same things or has the same memories as me,” Lexi Covelli, a senior, said.

With material items, it is easier to second guess the purchase. Someone could buy a new computer and for weeks wonder if they should have gotten the smaller one, or the one with retina display, or the one that was purple.

These thoughts do not make people happy, whereas memories are not so easy to second guess. People know what bands they want to see live, or where they want to go for vacation.

Material items are more easily compared than experiences, and it is human nature to compare. If one person has a new TV and they see another person just purchased a newer TV with a larger screen, their purchase no longer seems as exciting. However, if two people go on vacation to the same place, it is difficult to compare because each person has their own and unique memories.

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Take heed when TexTing while driving Texting and driving has become frequent in the lives of teenagers and even adults. Many people have done it, some of whom aren’t willing to admit it. However, many have taken the pledge to not text and drive.

“I feel like even though we know the consequences of texting and driving, we still choose to do it. It’s not intentional, it’s just habit at this point for all of us unfortunately,” said Talia Ortiz, a senior.

In their annual study, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that 31 percent of U.S. drivers aged 18-64 reported that they sent, read, or looked at text messages/ emails while driving at least once within 30 days of the CDC poll alone.

"I rear-ended someone once because I was distracted by my cellphone. Luckily, no one was injured and their car wasn't damaged, but my car had $1500 in damage.

I learned my lesson after that," said Molly Gum, English teacher.

The CDC also reports that drivers under the age of 20, who are generally the most inexperienced, have the highest proportion of texting-related fatal crashes at 27 percent.

Forty-four states and Washington D.C. ban all forms of September 19, 2014

tips for new drivers

texting and driving, four states ban texting for novice drivers. Arizona and Montana are the only states who do not have a specific ban on texting and driving.

According to distraction.gov, the official U.S. Government Website on Distracted Driving, an estimated 421,000 people have been injured in motor-vehicle crashes due to distracted driving which includes texting.

At any given daylight moment in the U.S., 660,000 drivers use their cellphones while driving.

In a recent study by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, engaging in texting, dialing or calling on a cell phone while driving increases your chances of getting into a crash by three times.

“I think that in order for teens to not be tempted to text while driving they should put their phone on silent and out of sight,” Abbey Roberts, a senior, said.

However, earlier this year in July, the city of Flagstaff banned texting while driving and cycling. Coconino County has also issued a similar ban on texting while driving.

With motor vehicles collisions still the number one cause of death for fifteen to twenty year olds, it is important to take into account certain universal rules when going behind the wheel for the first time.

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Keep your foot on the braKe whenever shifting gears.

That includes when putting the key in ignition.

Do noT have a “DeaTh grip” on The Wheel. Keep your hands positioned semi-loosely at nine o’clock and Three o’clock on the wheel (imagine the steering wheel as a clock with the top being 12 and 11 other hour marking representing other places on the wheel).

Keep your eyes locKed on where you want the car to go, scanning ahead for any pedestrians or other obstacles. easiest way to tell if a car on the side of the road is planning to move is by checking if the tires are rotating. the faster the car is going, the longer it will take to brake to a complete stop. always remember to wear your seatbelt.

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LIFE

Choose Your Weapon LIFE

One Giant Leap For Mankind

Shelby Nichols delves into the psychology of video games and what makes them so popular

When playing video games, people get to enter an entirely different reality than that of their own. Some would argue that is the reason behind its popularity; the ability to escape the real world.

In a MacArthur Foundation survey of young adults age 12-17, it was found that 99 percent of boys play video games and 94 percent of girls, with little differences across ethnicities.

“It’s giving you a whole different perspective on life,” Chris DiMarco, a junior, said. “It’s like a virtual reality that you can’t create with anything else.”

Scott Rigby, with a Ph.D. in clinical and social psychology from the University of Rochester, helped to found a research company that was designed to examine what makes video games so addicting. The result led him to what is called, “the three basic psychological needs.”

The first psychological need being “competence” or the desire to seek out control, or to feel mastery over a situ-

ation. People naturally like to find success in something and make accomplishments, video games quench that thirst whenever someone can level up or even finish a game.

“I like playing video games because they have amazing graphics and because it is an escape into another world where you can hang out with your friends and not worry about real life,” Duncan Scheope, a junior, said.

The second need is “autonomy,” the desire to feel independent or have a certain amount of control over actions.

This theory is behind why imprisonment is a punishment and rules are disobeyed so often. To be in control of everything and make decisions is what is appealing about video games; they allow for an unlimited amount of free choices.

Final need is “relatedness,” or the feeling of wanting to be accepted and make significant contributions to life. In a 2003 study, the University of Massachusetts Medical

Erika Soderstrom and John Tracy talk about potential exploration and settlement of nearby planets

School discovered that people with selfless actions generally have higher levels of mental health and overall less stress. In video games, the gamer is the main person of the game and has many opportunities to make significant contributions to the situation the game offers.

"I can understand the appeal of video games to so many teens," Steve Weled, video gamer, said. "The real world can be hard and scary and video games help people forget."

While video games are there for people as a means to escape from the real world, it can even help students discover what they want to do in the future. “I used to want to do something else with my life but then I started playing video games a lot and it made me want to design video games. It helped me decide what I want to do with my life,” DiMarco said.

VIVA LA PLUTO

On February 18, 1930, Clyde Tombaugh discovered Pluto as a planet, changing the solar system from having eight planets to nine.

In 2006 the International Astronomical Union, a group that focuses on naming planetary bodies, declared that Pluto was not considered a planet. As a result, Pluto became known as a dwarf planet.

However, A recent debate at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics concluded that Pluto is a planet. The public will know shortly if Pluto will be reinstated.

MARS NEEDS WOMEN

It is a common theme in science fiction: humans drive Earth into the ground, poisoning their planet and sucking up it’s resources like a dehydrated parasite. So they pack up their things and make a noble migration across the stars- giving them the opportunity to tarnish another one.

Such a concept may no longer be fiction.

Mars One is a Norwegian, non-profit organization convinced they will have humans on Mars by 2025. They expect to have astronauts on mars not only looking rather closely at orange rocks, but a functioning human colony: a stronghold and safe haven for when Earth inevitably falls apart.

Many believe that a colony on Mars is crucial to human survival. Elon Musk, a young, multi-billionaire and CEO of SpaceX, accredited humans making no extra-terrestrial

INDIE GAMES FOR ALL FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S

A horror game about surviving five nights as a night-guard at a pizza parlor where the animatronic mascots come to life and try to hunt the player down.

MASSIVE CHALICE

A turn-based strategy game set in a medieval world where the player is an immortal king or queen who must fight off a demonic threat.

SKULLGIRLS ENCORE

Re-release of the game Skullgirls, 2D fighting style game, originally released in May 2013, is being released for new-generation consoles.

Story involves various women in the city of Canopy Kingdom seeking out the Skull Heart, a mystic object that grants any woman who is pure of heart a wish.

HOTLINE MIAMI

2D top-down action video game reminiscent of 8-bit set in a surreal atmosphere of 1980’s culture. Defined as a violent shootthem-up with stealth elements influenced by neo-noir film, Drive.

“We would be a self sustaining country, running off the energy they [solar panel streets] would provide.” -Joey Meshinsky

TECH IS LOVE, TECH IS LIFE A small device that, when turned on, becomes a projector, turning any wall into an Android touchscreen. It also can give the desktop, and mobile device experience. Compatible with Macbook or PC. Can be pre ordered for 450 dollars.

SNOOPERSCOPE This small camera can be attached to any Android or IOS device. Instead of having it to assist the camera on your phone it will completely replace it. The only connection it has is a wi-fi connection, along with a magnet. The wi-fi connection helps to monitor what the scope is seeing. The magnet helps to connect the scope to a cell phone device with the proper accessory.

It is expected to be sold at 100 dollars when it is released.

so I think it should be,” Carey Riner, physics and biology teacher, said.

“Because I grew up with it as a planet and I always considered it a planet. It’s kind of like it’s a family member that was disowned,” Riley Becquet, a senior, said.

Due to the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, Pluto might be reinstated. In order to determine for sure there is a spacecraft named New Horizons which is being sent through space and expected to land on Pluto in July.

This holds promise to end the eight year long debate.

contact to a macabre possibility. Saying there might be “a whole lot of dead, one-planet civilizations" littered across space. Musk has also introduced the idea of bioengineering humans to be better adapted for Martian conditions.

“If the only way I could get to another planet was to be bio engineered, I’d just take one for the team,” Sarah Nelson, a sophomore, said.

New research has shown that humans may join the ranks of dead, one-planet-civilizations. A study at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology showed that the first space pilgrims to arrive on Mars may only survive for 68 days- making the seven month journey only to be poisoned, by the mass amount of oxygen produced from vegetables.

“Oh, I think I would go on a one way trip to Mars,” Robert

Reisner, science teacher, said. “I certainly enjoy the concept of exploring, and I wouldn’t turn down an opportunity to set foot on an alien planet.”

FLYING INTO A STAR

Tests, research, and simulations have already begun for what many scientists and engineers believe will be humankind’s first interplanetary conquest: asteroids. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has been given presidential directive to land astronauts on asteroids by 2025.

It will not be easy, NASA Administrator Charlie Bolden has called a human mission to an asteroid “the hardest thing we can do.”

Sun is on my side

_RACHEL WEBB

TOUCHPICO

“It honestly seems like, despite all technicalities, it’s a planet in everyone's mind still,” Taneur Perez, a senior, said.

Pluto was demoted to a dwarf planet when the International Astronomical Union concluded that for an object to be considered a planet it had to orbit the sun, be round or nearly round, and can clear a path around its orbit.

Pluto almost passed the test, however, according to the Union, Pluto was too small to have the ability to knock other space rocks out of its orbit.

“I learned throughout my childhood that it was [a planet]

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MAGINE an invention that would replace

all the asphalt roads in the nation with solar panels. This invention would be able to filter storm water, prevent icy roads caused by melting snow, light up when there is an obstruction in the road, and most importantly, generate more than three times the electricity the US uses. Now imagine this invention as something that has already been invented.

Solar Roadways was created by an Idaho couple with an electrical engineering background. In 2009, the Federal Highway Association contacted the couple to build the first prototype.

These solar panels are made with a durable textured glass and have been reported, through testing, to withstand around 250,000 pounds.

“I think it would be worth the cost because it gets rid of all the extra costs, such as repainting, and it also has some great environmental benefits,” Natalie Neri, junior, said.

If this invention were to replace all asphalt, the US would no longer have to rely so heavily on fossil fuels and foreign energy. Also, people with electric cars will be able to charge up anywhere on the road, leading to the same range as a gasolinepowered car.

“We would be a self sustaining country, running off the energy they [solar panel streets] would provide,” Joey Meshinsky, senior, said.

Currently, this project is in its second stage of development, and has had multiple tests done on it so far such as load testing, traction testing, and impact resistance training, passing all tests listed above.

An aspect of this idea with the intention of saving some money is what the creators call “cable corridors”. These corridors would store all cables so they are no longer susceptible to weather and would allow utility workers easy access to them.

Since these would be under ground, there would be no more need for cell towers or wires having to be replaced from weather damage. Also, since these wires would run along all roads, there would be no more cell phone dead spots or areas with slow or no internet connection.

“It is a really smart idea, but if it were to happen, it would take a lot of time to tear up all that asphalt and replace it with those solar panels, not to mention costly,” Meshinsky said.

To cover all the streets in America, which add to roughly 29,000 square miles, would require around 5.6 billion panels, a cost of about 56 trillion dollars.

As of June 20, 2014, a campaign to raise money through indiegogo has raised $2,200,341 with the original $1,000,000 goal. This money will go towards more testing of the product.

~SHELBY NICHOLS

_ERIKA SODERSTROM OCTOBER 17, 2014

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LIFE

Her Name Was Leelah

LIFE RIATA WENDT sitting in the burmese

meditation position. This meditation pose is most common in Southeast Asia. 4SIERRA

GALINDO

At age fourteen, Josh Alcorn decided to become Leelah Alcorn. Three years later, Alcorn committed suicide after being denied the right to change her sex. This caused the public eye to look at the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community.

“When an individual makes the decision to end their own life, I think there are a multitude of factors at play that make it difficult- even impossible- to say whether or not it could have been prevented,” Molly Gum, LGBT support group advisor and English teacher, said.

Alcorn did not have the easiest time when it came to being accepted for who she wanted to be.

Her parents, who were very religious, refused to allow Alcorn to become a woman and shoved her into therapy also making her go to church more often.

“I think that your parents are the people that you look up to the most and you want their acceptance the most, and when you don’t have that it can make you do some extreme things and I think that’s what happened in this case,” Amy Abel, a junior, said.

Religion was a large part of Alcorn's life growing up. She lived in a house where she went to church every Sunday and being a straight man, in her case, was what she was raised to think was the only way to go.

Her parents took her to Christian therapists, who she said in her suicide note were biased and

worked up The stress of school is getting students...

by GRACE ROWETT style editor

Twenty-first century students have come to the point of devastation if they do not get a perfect 4.0 GPA. In extreme cases, students will have meltdowns for hours because they have been trained to believe that they will never be good enough unless they have the perfect GPA. At a young age, high school students are suffering from the side effects of stress by getting increasingly bad headaches, chronic fatigue, and irritation.

"Sometimes I feel like I can never catch a break because of all the school work I have. I always stress myself out too much and work myself up until I see my grade, and most of the time I'm not satisfied," Emma Smith, a senior, said.

While a little bit of stress can be a good thing as it motivates a person to do better, too much stress can backfire. Almost 40 percent of parents in the United States have said their high schooler is experiencing loads of stress that they never even imagined was possible.

According to USA Today, more -Riley Becquet than a quarter (27 percent) say they experience "extreme stress" during the school year, vs. 13 percent in the summer. 34 percent expect stress to increase in the coming year.

“I always find that I barely have any time to balance everything in my life. I have a job so that takes up a lot of my time, and when I get home I always have homework to do. I don’t have time for anything else,” Riley Becquet, a senior, said.

Between balancing school work, a job, a social life, and family life, stress can be overwhelming to a student. Unhealthy behaviors associated with stress can start early and continue through adulthood, according to USA Today. The habits and ways people handle stress are apparently setting themselves up for "a life of chronic stress and illness."

"I either find it incredibly hard sleeping at night or I'm constantly exhausted, there is not in between," Smith said.

A report on USA today states that stress seems to be affecting teen's performance in all aspects of life; 40 percent admitted they ignored their duties at home, 29 percent said they neglect work or school, 32 percent said they suffered from bad headaches, and 26 percent reported changes in sleeping habits.

“I always find that I barely

have any time to balance

everything in my life.”

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told her that she was wrong for what she wanted to be. Alcorn thought that God did not make mistakes and she was going through a phase.

“It makes me really sad because I can understand where her parents are coming from, being a Christian, and if you have completely orthodox beliefs in the bible then you feel a certain way about all the issues begin transgender. However, I also feel that the bible can be interpreted in different ways for different religions, for different people, and it makes me really sad knowing that her parents were not willing to try and understand the bible in a different way as it would relate to Leelah’s situation and it ended with her death,” Abby Walker, a junior, said.

There has been a sudden increase in awareness over LGBT issues, which has opened doors for people to find help or someone to confide in without being judged. Support groups are in most schools and it shows people that there are others who can sit with each other and be there.

Since her death, there has been a petition surfacing the internet called “Leelah’s Law”. Which bans conversion therapy, which is a type of therapy that focuses on changing the minds of homosexual or transgender people to becoming either straight or staying their current sex. The petition has received 114,767 , 14,767 more than it’s original goal of 100,000.

TECH TO EXPECT

chill out

SONY XPERIA Z4 New Sony phone that will be designed for use in all aspects of everyday life. Expected to be released in late February.

Relaxation is an option many students have turned to in order to find inner peace and clarity in times that seem to be the exact opposite.

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MEDITATION

Chinese phone company Xiaomi will be releasing a phone that will compete with Apple iPhones and Google Androids. To be launched in July.

According to Web MD, a few minutes spent practicing meditation each day can help relieve anxiety. There are several different ways one can meditate, but the most common position is sitting up straight with both feet on the floor. The eyes should be closed and the arms at ease. The only thoughts going through one’s head while meditating should be positive mantras that either are being said aloud or silently.

EXERCISE

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ACE Fitness claims that one workout session can generate as much 90-120 minutes of relaxation. This is due to the fact that while working out chemicals in the brain, known as neurotransmitters, are stimulated. This is said to be why after physical activity, most people have a low stress level. Even walking on the treadmill twenty minutes a day can have a huge benefit. ~BIANCA DYDYK

An improvement of the M8, the M9 will feature a better quality camera as opposed to the four megapixel resolution that was used previously.

Releasing in early March.

be happy

SAMSUNG GALAXY S6 This phone expected to be a “big change” from the formal model, with a higher resolution camera and 64-bit chip. Expected to be released in early March.

CHALLENGE A NEGATIVE THOUGHT

Each time you think of something negative, try to get far away from it. Distance yourself.

APPLE IPHONE 6S

WRITE DOWN POSITIVE STATEMENTS

Write down when things go well or something positive happens. Recognize it and be proud of the accomplishment.

The new Apple cellphone is long anticipated as all of Apple’s newer models are. This new model is expected to have an improved camera sensor that will raise the quality of the camera. Expected to be released mid-September.

TELL OTHERS WHAT YOU ARE GRATEFUL FOR

Let people know how much they mean to you. It will not only make them feel good, but it will make you feel better as well.

FIND THE GOOD IN A NEGATIVE SITUATION

Glossary

TRANSGENDER A term used to describe someone

who does not identify with the gender assigned at birth

NON-BINARY Someone who is non-binary

does not identify with the regular gender binar

DMAB An acronym meaning "deemed male at birth."

CISGENDER Someone who is cisgender identifies with the gender or sex their were assigned at birth.

GENDERQUEERSimilar to non-binary. A third gender. Someone who is genderqueer does not fit into the male/female binary. .

DFAB An acronym meaning "deemed female at birth."

_SIERRA GALINDO

~ABBY CARDENAS

NEW RELEASES

Rachel Webb researched what new books, movies, and games are being released in the month of February.

THE ORDER: 1886 Game where the player explores an alternate reality of Victorian London where they play as Galahad, a member of an ancient order of knights designated to protect the world from a newly awaken powerful threat. Being released February 20.

KINGSMAN: SECRET SERVICE Based on the comic book of the same name, Kingsman: Secret Service. Is about the secret services used to protect the monarch. In theaters February 13.

A DARKER SHADE OF MAGIC A young man gifted with the rare ability of the traveler, someone who can travel between dimensions, must flee when accused of accidentally treason. Available February 24.

HINGES BOOK 1: CLOCKWORK CITY Meredith McClaren’s successfully funded kickstarter comic is the print copy of her fantasy webcomic about a doll named Orio with Bauble as her traveling companion, when they arrive in the city of Cobble. Being released February 25.

Rather than dwelling on a mistake, take it in stride and learn from it.

BE PROUD OF WHO YOU ARE

Do not feel ashamed by yourself in any capacity. Accept your flaws and be proud of your strengths.

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~SHELBY NICHOLS ~SIERRA GALINDO 10

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One of the newest fashion trends this year. The purpose for high waisted shorts is to appear slimmer since more material is covering the midriff. However, some worry that having more fabric applied to the torso allows for more skin to be shown on the bottom half of the body.

Y 50 SHA DES OF GRE tine's Day,

After premiering on Valen Fifty Shades Of Grey has caught the attention of students. Looked upon as a Valentine’s Day special, the well known book by E.L. James was launched on February 14th. The album lar sound track has also become popu s featuring songs from famous artist The such as; Beyonce, Sia, Awolnation, Weekend, and more. Merchandise is also being sold for high prices; an example being a Fifty Shades Of Grey a themed teddy bear for sale for over hundred dollars.

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It feels as though teens are traveling in a time machine as over-the-ear to headphones are being brought back kers date. Some prefer this type of spea is because they claim that the music that louder this way. Others like the fact they are more customized. Studded, overfuzzy, neon, themed, you name it; st the-ear headphones come in almo every style imaginable.

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e-cigarettes Its biological effects still unknown, and many have become a new fad for teens d as a find it alarming. For some it is viewe or marijuana, substitution for smoking cigarettes e in but for others it is something to smok nts also have addition to everything else. Stude for their taste, a tendency to turn to e-cigarettes peach and mint, from range that rs flavo g havin y. cherr

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ERIKA SODERSTROM explores the health benefits of daily exercise.

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HE holiday season is over.

The delicious holiday food is gone, and for many the New Year’s resolutions have come and gone as well. According to Frobes magazine, the second most popular New Year’s resolution is to maintain health through diet and exercise. However, being physically active everyday can be easier said than done.

It takes 21 days to make a habit, which means for everyone that hopes to become more in shape, day 21 will be the day it is no longer inconvenient and painful to exercise. Although many want to get past that 21 day and become more in shape or lose weight, there are many other benefits to exercise.

“I think that I can do more and I am helping my body to be healthier,” Matthias McIver, a track and field athlete, said.

One of the major benefits of exercise is an overall healthier body but according to research done at the Cooper Clinic in Dallas, at least 30 minutes of cardio exercise Donnell McClendon, a three to five days personal trainer at Pinnacle a week will add as Fitness, said. much as six years to ones life. In addition to a longer life, exercising for only thirty minutes a day also offers a healthier life which includes, healthier muscles including the heart, more energy throughout the day, better sleep and a reduced chance of catching common viruses.

“The benefit of exercise is knowing that you’re giving yourself a healthy start or finish to a day that is usually driven by stress,” Donnell Mcclendon, a personal trainer at Pinnacle Fitness, said.

Allison Zavesky started exercising towards the end of December as part of a New Year’s resolution. “I also wanted to have more energy and sleep better,” Zavesky said. Immediately after exercising Zavesky felt “tired and gross, but eventually I start feeling better about myself,” Zavesky said. Zavesky stated that since she started exercising daily, she has noticed she sleeps better and feels like she can do more throughout the day.

If there is still some difficulty staying on track, here are some simple tips and tricks to keep going. Start working out Monday or as early as possible, this will set the day and the week off on the right foot. Find a workout buddy, this does not necessarily have to be someone to work out with rather someone that can simply call and make sure no workouts were skipped. Do not take more than one day off as long breaks will make it difficult to start working out again. If assistance is needed in order to increase health, weight loss or endurance, consult a trainer or a personal trainer.

Lastly, try investing some money into a tip jar, after one day of exercise is complete place some money in the tip jar.

“The benefit of

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petrated against women.

Within months it picked up steam and became a worldwide trend. Topics associated with the hashtag are the sexualization of men v. women, who pays for dates, who is allowed to have preferences, chivalry v. independence, and slut shaming.

“I would rather pour scalding hot water into my eyes than follow the meninist page,” Cole Parker, a junior, said.

According to Buzzfeed, a Meninist club had been set up a high school which aimed to counter the Female Society Club. Buzzfeed reported that a female student at the high school told them the club was started because the founders were reported for sexual harassment by several girls and “think that it’s funny.” There are also hoodies and shirts printed with the word ‘Meninist’ across the front that are being sold.

Although the page and the hashtag sharply divide teens and young adults, many feminists have “hijacked” the hashtag, using it to point out how ridiculous they feel the antifeminists are.

_RYAN DENSON

Wyatt Bush discusses the origin of the hashtag.

The hashtag is the trademark characteristic of the popular social media website Twitter. Used as a tool with trending topics, users may hashtag sayings or even one word to add emphasis on a tweet, or even to participate in a trending topic or joke.

The hashtag has traditionally been a pound sign, used when making phone calls, telephone transactions, or even as a shortcut to the word 'number.’ The first use of the term "hash tag" was a blog post written by Stowe Boyd, titled "Hash Tags = Twitter Groupings," according to Ben Zimmer, chair of the American Dialect Society's New Words Committee.

On July 2, 2009, Twitter began turning hashtags into hyperlinks in Twitter search results that contained the hash tagged word. This further pushed the idea of trending topics, introduced by Twitter in 2010. Trending topics are used to show hashtags that are popular.

Hashtags have since made their way to other social media sites such as Facebook and Instagram, performing

almost the exact same function as they would on Twitter.

One of the most unique qualities of hashtags are that they are spontaneous trends, and it is almost impossible to predict which trend is next. Often times, in the twitter accounts of young users, hashtags will be part of a joke. For example, when Chicago Bulls player Derrick Rose re injured his knee, the hashtag '#ThingsStrongerThanDerrickRoseKnee' was born. Viewed as juvenile and rude, these kinds of hashtags are an outlet for Twitter users to express whatever form of humor they possess.

"I love using hashtags. I've seen so many gems and laughed so hard at some of the jokes," Trey Nicholson, a senior, said. "One of my favorite hashtags was on Thanksgiving. People were using #MentionFollowersYoureThankfulFor and it was a lot of love all over the TL (timeline)," Jesse Davis, a senior, said.

Hashtags have become a huge part of our internet culture and look like they are to stay and adapt for many years.

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#MENINISM Meninism and meninists are now front and center on social media. For those who may not be aware, some men have played on the word ‘feminism’ in an effort to mock or take stand against feminism. The popular hashtag #meninism began appearing in 2013 when a group of men started sharing jokes about men’s sex culture and sarcastically bashed feminism. But, since it’s initial creation, sides are split on whether to treat it as sarcasm, or a cultural phenomena.

“I think it’s a mixture between people who don’t know what feminism is and people who know what it is but just make a page to mock it. If men really think they need a Twitter page to “fight for their rights,” I really don’t understand what rights are missing to fight for,” Mackenzie Coffman, a senior, said.

The Meninist page on Twitter, @ MeninistTweet, has already accumulated over 700 thousand followers. It was created by two men and claims that the page is just a parody and “obviously” sarcasm.” The hashtag also went hand-in-hand with #YesAllMen, a trend that aimed to downplay the rape culture per-

Get Physical

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LIFE

~SHELBY NICHOLS

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Food to Fuel

SIERRA GALINDO researches what food is good for working out.

CULTIVATING MUSCLE MASS

When trying to gain muscle mass, eat foods rich in cholesterol and omega vitamins.

According to Men's Fitness, the cholesterol found in egg yolks make them a serious muscle building food.

WEIGHT TRAINING

Before any training, it is important to eat carbohydrates says Bodybuilder.com. Carbs are the body's preferred fuel source, eating foods like oats or sweet potatoes are best.

RUNNING

According to Fitness Magazine, it is good to eat some yogurt and trail mix before running.

The yogurt is easy on the stomach and the nuts in the trail mix give your body a little burst of energy.

WORKING IT OUT

LINDSEY MURPHY provides a guide to what workout machines are best to accomplish your fitness goals.

Gyms are filled with a variety of workout machines to choose from. These machines all have different uses and are made for multiple types of workouts, and to work on varying muscle groups.

If one is looking for a cardio workout, they should try the treadmill, elliptical, or a stationary bike.

Someone who wants to work on their arm, back or chest muscles, they should use a lat pulldown machine, the cable and pulley machines, or barbells and dumbbells.

People who want to work on their leg strength should use a leg adduction/abduction machine, a leg press machine, or a leg extension or leg curl machine.

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TRANS DAY OF VISIBIL ITY

On March 31 Trans Day of Visibility took place. This day is meant to act as positive awareness day compared to the not so happy day of Transgender Remembrance. To be transgender it means someone views themselves as the opposite gender. Like other days of awareness it is important to show support for those in need.

staff writer

NXIETY, sleeplessness, headaches, and acne are problems that often plague high schoolers, and essential oils may be a natural, viable solution.

Extracted from the parts of a plant that keep it alive and protect it from disease, essential oils can theoretically do the same for the body that they do for plants, according to Melanie Giardini, doTERRA wellness advocate and certified holistic health coach.

DoTERRA is a leading essential oils distributor. Since the age of the Roman Empire, these oils have been highly prized for their health benefits. DoTERRA offers supplements to help a wide variety of ills.

"Essential oils do not cure disease, they do not prevent illness, they only help your body to heal itself," said Giardini. "Your body is perfectly able to heal itself."

Giardini was afflicted with Lupus, an inflammatory disease affecting the immune system, fibromyalgia, a disease that amplifies the brain's perception of pain, and migraine headaches.

Since beginning her use of essential oils, Giardini's symptoms have been greatly reduced.

"I felt so incredibly blessed, like I'd been given a second chance on my life," Giardini said,"and it was one of those things that I felt I needed to share with other people."

Western medicine is based on the direct treatment of symptoms, while essential oils are designed to work with the body to address root causes, according to the doTERRA website.

“I have a lot of stress because I have a lot of schoolwork and after-school activities, and there’s a lot of pressure to do well. But nature does amazing stuff for people, so I’m sure the essential oils would help,” Hailey Otero, freshman, said. “Plus I love the smell of rosemary.” Rosemary oil is used as a stress reducer and to help solve digestive issues.

Kaitlyn Gallen, a junior, said that essential oils have helped her improve her skin and manage breakouts. "They really get to the root of the problem," Gallen said. "This stuff has been around a long time, and it does work."

Critics argue that using old medicinal methods is ineffective, as people are healthier now and live longer than in previMelanie Giardini, holistic ous centuries. health coach.

However, more factors apply to this than just the development of medicine, including hygiene and availability of treatment to different classes of society. According to Giardini, the graves of ancient times were often robbed of the essential oils often used in burial rites. Jewels and money were often left behind. Such was the value of these treatments.

Addy Pitman, a certified hypnotherapist who uses essential oils in her practice, found that they are also useful in helping people overcome certain addictions.

“Depending on what the client is working on, you can use them [essential oils] in a LOOSEN UP A diffuser. Some oils can correlate to what they are working on,” said Pitman.

BIT The oil from lavender For example, black pepper oil helps those who wish to quit smoking. Lavender oil plants is commonly used helps people who suffer from anxiety or insomnia, and citrus oils are good for lifting for its calming effects. moods and symptoms of depression.

According to growing-lavDespite the testimonials supporting this treatment, FDA rules state that essential ender.com, it takes about 11 oils cannot be sold as a cure or as a preventative solution, as they are classified as pounds of lavender to make supplements, not medicines. If doTERRA uses any health claims in advocating for 15 milliliters of oil. 4HENRY MILLS its product, it can face serious legal action, possibly including the confiscation of all inventory.

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The Wrestling event of the year started on March 29th and lasted until early April. This show is broadcasted on television and can only be viewed by those who purchase it on pay per view or the audience at the arena itself. This was the 31st edition and was hosted at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

cure disease, they do not prevent illness,

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they only help your body to heal itself, ...Your body is per-

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“IT’S GOING TO CHANGE THE WORLD,” Jenna Spicer, a transformational Reiki master, said. Reiki is a form of healing that started in 1922 in Japan. It focuses on the idea that there is an unseen life force of energy that is believed to exist in everything. Reiki energy is said to come from a higher power.

Reiki is difficult to explain. In order to help make things clearer, Spicer gave an example.

“When a little kid cuts themselves, they’re told to kiss their wound and make it better.

That’s Reiki in it’s traditional form.”

Reiki is performed by a Reiki master by placing their hands above or on the body and sending love to the patient.

While receiving Reiki, the patient is in a sleep-like state.

The idea is that the body will heal itself, and prevent illness. Reiki is the “belief that there’s this space for this special energy.

Energy of love,” Spicer said.

Different from meditation, Reiki focuses more on healing. “I would say

that meditation is more of a state of mind and Reiki is a meditative state,” Spicer said.

“Meditation is more just like emptying your thoughts but Reiki is more like focusing on healing and getting everything in your

body more centered and straightened out,” Allison Zavesky, a junior who started practicing Reiki her freshman year, said. Zavesky started Reiki in order to reduce the stress she has on a daily basis. After spending many hours researching Reiki she has learned the history and positive impacts of Reiki.

“The number one purpose is to promote healing and love,” Spicer said. Reiki can be used “all the time and for everything,” Spicer said.

She added “Instead of road rage I send them Reiki and love.”

Reiki is separated into three levels: the first level focuses on healing of that person, the second stage on healing others and the third stage on becoming a Reiki master and

INSURG ENT

The sequel to the popular movie Divergent is now playing in theatres. The movie is based off of the books and fans of the fiction novels and films are flooding the theatres. Shailene Woodley from Secret Life of The American Teenager, she plays the main character Beatrice Prior.

BANDAGE TRIANG LE BIKINI SETS

Triangle Bikini sets have become all the rage for women ranging from their teens to late twenties.

The bathing suits originate from those made in Hong Kong. For a while the only way of purchasing these two pieces was to order them online, however recently department stores and boutiques have started selling their own version of the triangle set.

The style bathing suit itself has been noted as a bit expensive but can be found cheaper depending on the quality of the material and the stores the suits are sold at.

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SWEETO S

The cheesy puff snack Cheetos has been a childhood favorite by many for over a decade. In the past they have baked, re-shaped, and altered the flavors of cheetos. Now they have completely transformed them into a desert by adding Sweetos to their line of products. The brown sugar and cinnamon puffs are similar to cinnamon twist sold at the fast food chain Taco Bell.

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HUMANS OF CACTUS SHADOWS

Ancient Japanese art promotes healing and love

ERIKA SODERSTROM delves into the history, art and practice of Reiki therapy.

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BIEBER ROAST

Comedy Central had an episode of The Roast on March 30 where their subject of humiliation just so happened to be the well known pop singer, Justin Bieber. The comedians chosen to tackle the celebrity were celebrities themselves, these included; Kevin Hart, Hannibal Buress, Chris D’Elia, Pete Davidson, Snoop Dogg, Natasha Leggero, Ludacris, Shaquille O’Neal, Martha Stewart, and the director Jeffrey Ross. Everyone had their way with teasing Justin. All jokes pertained to his personal life and music career.

performing Reiki on others, which can take years.

“I think Reiki is a new and interesting way of focusing on ourselves and I think it would be interesting to learn more about,” Julie Ramioulle, a senior, said.

Reiki can be learned simply online or from a Reiki master, but Spicer said “I

would highly suggest you learn from a Reiki master. It’s just going to enlighten you that much more.”

Reiki masters can be found at massage therapists offices or at spas. Reiki beginning weekend sessions can cost anywhere from one hundred dollars to five hundred dollars. Normal Reiki sessions last anywhere between a half an hour to ninety minutes.

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Humans of New York is a publication where New Yorkers walking the street are chosen and asked to share a little about themselves. NICOLE NERI and ERIKA SODERSTROM randomly selected three students to showcase.

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"I want to help people. Have a positive impact on people's lives. If someone needs help, I want to help them." Stephanie Floe, a

sophomore.

"I want to go into sales, like my dad's business.

He's a liquor distributor, it's a good company that makes a lot of money so I want to do it."

Owen Nobis, a sophomore.

"I would like to make my own cartoon TV show, maybe on Cartoon Network. That's a really big dream I would love to have, but I don't know if I'll make it up there." Madison Pennisi, a junior.

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CLASS OF 2015

TOP OF THE CLASS

The top ten seniors share some words of wisdom for incoming freshmen.

“Aspire to learn, mo re than you should asp ire to be recognized.”

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Jennalee Beazley

“What I’ve done in most of my classes is work hard during the semester, so when finals come you don’t have to stress so much.”

“Don’t focus on what number you are, focus on what’s going to help you most as an individual.”

Sam Slack

Michelle Hugo

TEAR SHEETS

“It is important to ha a balance betwe ve en class work and personal hobbies because you ca , n as hard as you work wa but you still have nt, create some pe to rsonal time for your me ntal health.”

Sophie Kenyon

“Don’t be afraid to work really hard. It’s going to help you in college.”

Keith Durkin

“I just tried to do my best and here I am. Work as hard as you can and study.”

“It’s kind of a game at this point. Just do your homework.”

Ryan McNamara

Jeri Glicksman

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“If you want to shoot for the top ten, try as hard as you can throughout your four years.”

“My goal was just to get As and be above average. Just don’t stress out, that will only make it worse.”

“Study hard and make sure you get help when you need it.”

“Keep striving towards it. Just keep working towards what you want to do.”

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Featured inside the CSPress this month...

News

3 ALs ice bucket chALLeNge We take a look into the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and what it actually is and why people are participating.

The creators of the CSPress speak up...

How do you like to spend a rainy day?

Christina HOLMES Editor in Chief

hanging with the family

4 chANges iN curricuLum NEWSPAPER of Cactus shelby shadows high school Cave Creek, Arizona An explanationthe on the binge watching netflix and NichOLs NewsinEditor changes in our curriculum www.cactusshadowscspress.com wearing sweatpants and what courses we will be Vol 9, Number 1 reading a book losing and what courses we jacob emNett Opinion editor will be gaining.

bond issues OpiNiON CCUSD has some

6 disNey’s expectAtiONs Are Disney’s expectations in their movies ruining our view on reality?

8 sAfe sex Why it is important to promote safe sex instead of abstinence.

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11 whAt is A creeker?

The true description of a Creeker and what they do around town.

sayge bOLLi Spotlight Editor

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grace rOwett Style Editor

sierra gALiNdO Life Editor

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Christina DRAGONE Features Editor wade jOhNsON Creeker Editor

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6 tOp fALL fAshiONs Find out the upcoming fashions that are affordable for the common teen and what’s hot and what’s not.

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i like to sleep

reading a book, cuddling with my dogs

sit by my window and look outside and listen to marvin’s room.

November’s election will give voters a chance to repair years of wear to Cave Creek schools.

Bond issues put on Ballot

We take a look into why students and1 Continued from page teachers are ments. The possible improvements and projects include fire alarm replacement, restpouring buckets room renovation and fixture replacement, renovation of bleachers in gyms, and staof ice water dium bleacher expansion to accommodate the number of people who attend games on themselves such as for Homecoming. the ALS Whether or not the bonds pass does have an effect on students. “The money will go ice bucket into ourchallenge. school,” Steve see Bebee, principal, said. “Keeping our school nice and updated and in goodnews working condition for students to learn in.” on page 3

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PBIS grant. repurpose that were originally issued According to the FAQs listedproblem is not so much losing the PBIS system, 15 histOry bonds Of NetfLix When the school was accepted and given the because the school has figured out how to susWhatDistrict’s is the history of Netflix on the website, the money in the bond that was to issued wasoftothe be PBIS used totain the program. It is the salaries for Udisky and money, it went not only the start and its struggles in the world build new schools. does not newCactus schools, the question program, butneed also any allowed Shadows to Grigsby that the grant also pays for. of online television?Since Cave Creek

RAISING MONEY FOR TREATMENT “If we were to lose a social worker, it would

hire a the social worker, Beth a recep- on asks voters for permission money and useUdisky, it for and renovations 16 mAgNificeNt metcALf to repurpose Cactus Shadows has come together tionist, Tiffany Grigsby. cause a huge impact on the school,” Bebee said.

A spotlight on our AP to help one of their own, teacher Gus existing schools.

“Ms. Udisky has helped me through so much, “Ms. Udisky does a great job and is involved in literature and Honors English Angeli, his battle cancer. Some “Iteacher. think the two bonds would be very beneficial fortoallarticuthe schools. They are going it’s kind of hard so manywith programs and with so

penalizing kids. It’s not my job.”

Most students see Wright walking about the campus during lunches. While comparing Wright with past deans at Cactus Shadows high school senior Hanna Kessel explains, “I think that this dean is more personal and approachable than the other deans.”

Wright grew up in Montana, moved to Utah for 12 years, then lived in Mexico for 2 years.

GOING VIRAL MACKENZIE COFFMAN

a Cactus Shadows senior, video went viral after lip-synching to Taylor Swift's new single, Shake it Off. Not intending for her renof the things, proceeds from the frozen yogurt many so a lot of what dition of the song to go past her she does would falllunch back on sold at the block on October 10 Twitter followers, she was met the individual counselors. ” went to help with his treatment. a shocking outcome. After 4with Emma kritzstEin Whether the school posting video, she reached receives money to fund the roll their eyes at the PBIS program, it hasthe actuthe audience program from the govern- ally had a huge impact on the students who haveof Taylor Swift herself, who tweeted the video ment is not guaranteed. been helped by Udisky.

TheA CSPress hasBebee beenvischosen“If as our oneschool of and[Udisky], mentioned year ago, were to lose her it how much she enjoyed it. she After Swift posted the Scholastic Press Association’s itedNational Washington DC with would be a slap in the face to every student the has video, it went viral, and CoffPacemaker finalists.

This prestigious Melissa Beverly, a counselor. has affected, and all the work she done.

I mansophomore ended up on multiple local During is the trip, they want another insecure, lost little award given onlyvisited to the top high news channels. The the National Department to walk into her office, and comemorning out two years school newspapers in the nation. of Education and learned later with confidence and a plan,”video Linck has said.reached a huge about an opportunity to All the students can do now is waitnumber and see of viewers, and or thenot audience receive federal funding for what the final results are as to whether PBIS.homecoming “They have seen the was the crowned district can find money to help supplement is still growing.

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“Ms. Udisky has helped me through so much, it’s kind of hard to articulate. I’ve been seeing her NOMINATED AGAIN for almost two years, and spOrts The grant was originally PAC formed to support the bond questions on the ballot, said. it’s not at all an overset for three years.

It was so 21 heAd iNjuries successful that the school the problem with $30Discover million for renovations statement to say that I’ve headsecond injuries with all question genders that asked for a oneon year The bond will appear therenewal. ballot is a new $30 million in all sports. changed forthethe better as “The organization allowed bond to also be used for renovations at all schools within the district.

Unlike us will another because repurposed bond, this bond, if passed, resultyear in a tax increase.aThe tax rate will person due to the help AND THE WINNER IS...

Life we had a proven record of increase by approximately 12 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. using the money appropri17 “Our experieNce vs items and support challenge is [that] the state dollars for capital projects continue she o has proWhat’s more valuable? ately, also said success of the program salaries. on Friday October 10 and at thethe homecoming decrease every year, and that’s why webut arethey going out forthat a bond,” Debbi Burdick, Buying items or having vided.” this is it, after this year there want to game. help keep it going, ” was “Everyone that football Max Fraker crowned as has Superintendent, said. “We have critical capital projects that we don’t have dollars been seeing hernice for and smooth but it’ll to repair things that not only keeplate. ourI’ve schools running

almost two years, feAtures make them look better,” Nancy Scotto, a senior, said.

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9 NOt Asu The passed,and willgofund projects roof replacement, intercom replaceto saysuch thatasI’ve changed for Whybond, followifeveryone the better as a person due to ASU you have many ment andwhen campus-wide drinking fountain replacements. to the help and support she other colleges to choose “Because the funds have already been collected, there will be no increase in from? has provided,” Sarah Linck, a taxes,” James Lincoln, President of senior, The Citizens said. for Education and Home Values, a

experiences in life that are is no more,” Steve Bebee, for.”meaningful?

Sarah Linck, senior Principal, said.

The bond is expected to fund six to seven years of improvements and bus replace-

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life editor

Cactus Shadows may have found the Wright dean

Recipes and the breakdown decide on two bonds for the school district, and choose two new governDistrict applied for a Federal Grant that allowed dents. PBIS was chosen, and the result have been of chips and dips. ing board members. schools who were interested to receive money to beyond the expectations of the administration.

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If the bonds fail to pass, the projects that were listed and set aside to be funded by the bonds will have to be paid for with other funds. It is unknown at this time how long it would take for the projects to be done.

“Students expect to come to school and have a cool environment in Arizona or in the winter a warm one, so they expect the HVAC system to work,” said Burdick. “I think we want all our students to work and come to school in a safe environment, and parents expect when they send their students to school that there are certain safety knowns.”

Another issue voters will decide on is who will fill the two open positions on the governing board. The governing board is made up of five elected members who are in charge of the overall direction of the school district. Each member represents the variTAKING A Todd Wright, the new dean, who can be seen walking around campus daily, answers, Sam Chartier, a freshman, question. ous communities in MOMENT the district.

Wright to build relationships with students andoftries to accomplish The board hopes makes decisions about things that affect the lives students, such as this by always being around to help any problem. 4SAYGE BOLLI approving textbook adoptions and educational programming, and adopting yearly budgets. “They are looking out for all the kids and employees and they are doing a great job,” said Scotto.

The governing board gives the superintendent direction on policy items the board would like to see and governs the rules and laws for the school district.

“Policies are big ideas and then how those are implemented are determined by the tionship with students and have the oppor- Finally, he moved to Arizona 10 years ago superintendent and the management of the school district,” said Burdick. “The govSODERSTROM working a matter of jobs before returning to erning board is theby bigERIKA umbrella group for the school district.” tunity to inspire people to “do whatever they staff writer want in on life. ” district Education.

The upcoming governing board elections will determine who will be the governing board.EW The candidates include CynthiaadminWeiss, MarkBeing Warren, and Angelica to the Cactus Shadows a dean can be challenging. “It has such “Outside of high school, I like being a dad first Corredor Peterson. Susan Clancy was originally on the ballot until some of the signaistration is bow tie enthusiast Todd a negative connotation to it,” Wright said, and foremost,” Wright said. “Because I live tures on her petitions were deemed invalid. Maricopa County Superior Court ruled Wright,short theof dean of students.

“I’m not about negative and I’m not about just with four women, I don’t get to control the she was three signatures 205 signatures required.

PBIS grant funding jobs on campus

There will be two questions on the ballotthe regarding bonds.

The first question improve quality of their school.

Students rec-is to spOtLight

Biker group provides aid to abused children

let’s get wet!

“My job as a dean is to make sure my students are safe and have a proper learning environment and that they’re given 7 birks, jumpsuits, ANd bucket hAts the opportunity to be successful,” Wright See recent trends such as said. imporfor PBIS has helped to pay for several Bucket hats, and others that

by Funding Sierra Galindo Life Editor This new dean is a firm believer that the are around campus. tant staff members and well as reward students. most rewarding part about being dean is esidents of Cave Creek and thebyCave Creek Unified School District Christina Dragone As a condition of the grant, the school was fOOdie “building a relationship with students.”

Features Editor can expect many changes after the November elections. Voters willexpected to establish a school-wide program 18 dips Wright really wants to build a trusting relaFour years ago, the Cave Creek Unified School that would benefit the teachers and the stu-

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been involved has Cardenas felt —Abby said Bebee. strongly that we will get the money. If we don’t the homecoming king and Sophia Beaudoin While many students get the money a lot could change,” Udisky said. was crowned as homecoming queen.

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T.V very much,” said Wright. This results in watching a lot of Bachelor and Bachelorette.

“I loved Juan Pablo,” said Wright.

“He’s very friendly and appears more approachable than others. I also like that he wears a bow tie because he is the only dean I have ever seen do that and it reminds me of Bill Nye,” Suzanna Gormley, senior, said.

Bikers Against Child Abuse or BACA is an organization that breaks the stereotypes of bikers by helping children who have been affected by abuse. Their motto is “No child deserves to live in fear.”

“I think it’s great,” Riata Wendt, a junior, said, “It shows that not all bikers are bad guys with bad morals.”

This group helps children who have been abused sexually, physically, and emotionally. When a child has been affected by abuse, BACA intervenes to help make the child feel safe and secure.

There are four levels of intervention.

During a level one intervention, the bikers will go on a run to the child’s house. The child’s parents or guardians are present to show the child that the club is there to help them.

They are then given a patch, stickers and a photograph with their new biker family.

During a level two intervention, several members will go to the child’s home to stand guard and help the child and their family feel safer when they are feeling their most vulnerable.

At a level three intervention, a formal letter is written to the child’s abuser on the BACA letterhead to explain that BACA will use whatever means necessary to keep the child and their family safe from the abuser’s harm.

“What they [BACA] are doing is something else. I would have never imagined bikers helping kids out like this,” Elaina Rovenstine, a junior, said.

A level four intervention is only used when the first three have done nothing to discourage the presence of the abuser. BACA will ask for the general area of the abuser’s residence and go on a “Neighborhood Awareness Run” where they will go to each house in the neighborhood to hand out stickers to the local children and give their mission statement and tell the neighbors how they function.

When the address of the predator becomes known to the bikers, they will immediately leave to avoid any type of confrontation.

In addition to interventions, BACA members will make court appearances with the child to help them feel secure, helping them give accurate testimonies regarding their abuse.

"The biker image is what makes this work," Rembrandt, Maricopa County Chapter President, told AZ Central, "Golfers against child abuse does not have the same feel. The pink alligator shirt and golf shoes standing in the driveway doesn't do the same thing."

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their elementary and middle school years. Unfortunately, once a student moves up to high school, the parents start backing away and the school administrators start trying to involve themselves more than the parents do.

The mistake that most schools make is confusing parental duties with the duties of the school by watching over their students on-campus as well as off-campus.

Since schools get so involved in their students’ lives, it gives their parents the impression that they can slack off with their responsibilities. Parents nowadays are getting so used to having the school deal with everything that they do not know what to do when the time comes along for them to have to start stepping up to the plate.

For the six on-campus hours a day, students are the school’s responsibility. Anything that goes on within that time period has to be dealt with by the school, and in some circumstances, the parents are called in to help deal with it. But as soon as a student leaves the boundaries of the institution, they are no longer the school’s problem. They either go back to their parents so the parent can fulfill their duties as they should, or they go off on their own way. The school has no reason or right to try and carry out their duties once the school day has passed.

If a student is caught drinking off campus, it should be dealt with by the parents of the kid or by the police. It is not necessary for the whole school board to get involved and punish the kid for a decision they made outside of school. The only reason it would be acceptable were if these decisions that the student decided to make involving drinking affected their school life. This is when the school should step up and get to the bottom of it. More specifically, if the student that was caught drinking was an athlete, the school’s natural inclination would be to penalize them and not let them participate in sports until further notice. This approach is unfair to not only the athlete but to the entire team, because they have just lost a player. If the decisions a student makes at parties or any other event outside of school does not affect their grades, school life, and sports life, then the school should have no right to get involved in the situation.

to spoon feed us.

The administration officially says it is intolerant of bullying and other infractions of school policy on and off campus.

But saying does not make it so. My friends and I occasionally notice our peers talking about how they plan to take drugs or go drinking after they leave class, yet the teachers do virtually nothing about it (they conveniently claim not to hear). It is not occurring on school grounds, but it is a prevalent problem and it should at least be reported to the administration.

Public schools are a state institution, and protecting minors ERIKA SODERSTROM PREPARES dessert as from violence, bullying, and consumption of illegal substances, a practice including steroids, is their responsibility. This means theyrun before Thanksgiving. She makes Crème Brûlée and Carmel Pie. 4ERIKA SODERSTROM should investigate violations of these laws and enforce them.

Their policies do apply to us, on or off campus.

If companies or sports teams can penalize athletes or celebrity endorsers for drinking too much, taking drugs, or domestic abuse (with several major cases of this recently involving AZ Cardinal Jonathan Dwyer and Ravens running back Ray Rice) why cant the schools penalize us? Aren’t we told that school is our first priority job at this age? Sure, I doubt any of the students at Cactus Shadows have multi-million contacts on the line, but if it is clear from their behavior that the parents cannot discipline their children correctly, shouldn’t the administration step in?

Some people will claim that this, along with the security cameras, will further the administration’s “Big Brother” image, but if these issues go unresolved for too long, students may resort to handling the situation themselves. Think about the worst case scenarios on the nightly news broadcast - the young adult suicides and school shootings with bullying cited as a common factor. About a year ago, a 14 year old girl and 12 year old girl in Florida were charged with aggravated stalking and harassing another girl on Facebook, leading her to commit suicide. One of the girl’s posts read “"Yes IK I bullied REBECCA and she killed her self but IDGAF." Of course, the school didn’t know about it until she turned up dead, but in a fairer world, it should not have to be this way.

Opinion November 2014

a SAYGE BOLLI

Grace rowett and rachel webb debate administration’s authority outside of school.

SEE IT MY WAY

Food November 2014

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years. Furthermore, the Huffington Post states that nearly 30 percent of the current population is gluten free. With this number of Americans avoiding gluten and meat, the usual Thanksgiving meal has changed for much of the population.

“Being a vegetarian on Thanksgiving just means more sides for me,” Amy Abel, a junior, said. A vegetarian substitute for the main meal, the turkey, could be tofurkey, a turkey flavored piece of tofu. For a less traditional substitute, there is also a vegan loaf maker, which is meat loaf without the meat. Start by choosing a protein, such as a nut or seed, and add vegetables, liquid, herbs, and some carbohydrates.

For healthier options that will cut down on the buttery and fatty meals often on the dinner table around this season is to roast potatoes instead of mash them. Cut the potatoes in thirds, add your favorite blend of spices and a little bit of olive oil and it is also a flavorful option.

Stuffing is also an item that can be unhealthy when gravy is added to the top of it.

A warm salad could be a perfect fit instead. Using ingredients such as butternut squash, brussel sprouts, edamame beans, black beans,and garlic can create the perfect fall inspired warm salad.

Along with turkey and family, Thanksgiving conjures images of the traditional pumpkin pie. “I think I miss pumpkin pie the most because of my allergies. It just tastes like fall,” Ferry said. While pumpkin pie may be a recognizable dessert option for thanksgiving, it is not the only option.

“Well I only started celebrating Thanksgiving four years ago. I didn’t really like the idea of pumpkin pie so my mom made me chocolate pie,” Sofia Ripa, Cactus Shadows Alumni, said.

"Pecan pie, ice cream, lemon bars, cookies, jello dish, cheesecake. In the Satran household we really love desserts," said Lizzy Satran, a senior.

Cherry Satran's favorite dessert is oatmeal cookies Apple Pie: 6% which includes various nuts and raisins as well as 20% apple gratings and coffee.

“Ever since I can remember we’ve made pumpPecan Blueberry kin and key lime pie. The recipe differs but we 7% 7% always make some version of it." Sydni Gist a senior said.

Some alternatives to otherwise ordinary desserts are caramel pumpkin cheesecake dip, baked Lemon apple brûlée, and peanut butter pumpkin pie.

Meringue “I don’t eat anything pumpkin,” said Johna 6% Chocolate Jacobson, a spanish teacher, said. However, 17% Jacobson does eat apple pie, coconut cream pie and cheesecake with her family during Other Thanksgiving.

13% These dessert ideas create substitutes to the Key Lime Pumpkin 6% familiar Thanksgiving dessert menu. The caramel 18% WCASEY WINDSOR pumpkin cheesecake dip provides a sweet rich, smooth dessert; a unique choice to pumpkin pie A survey conducted by Casey Windsor of 100 Cactus Shadows students. and cheesecake.

CAMRYN MAYER and ERIKA SODERSTROM switch up the traditional Thanksgiving Meal

HANKSGIVING, held on the last Thursday of

SUBJECT Getting in the Halloween spirit

Student support for Angeli

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every November, will be celebrating its 151st birthday since becoming a national holiday in 1863.

151 years of turkeys, pumpkin pies, and mashed potatoes that are prepared for families sitting around the table for the typical holiday dinner. These recipes have been passed down and made a tradition by families, Halloween: One might expect high school students to grow tired on Halloween and blow it off as “just another day.” but some of the customs have begun to change and other items have become difficult to stomach.

Surprisingly enough, many students dressed up in school appropriate, creative costumes and showed some Halloween “Because I’m allergic to gluten and dairy and I’m a vegspirit. Most of the students dressed up as popular television and movie characters, such as Shaun Riley from Shaun of etarian, the Dead and Alice from Alice in Wonderland. Even a few teachers dressed up as famous movie characters. Notably, AmyThanksgiving is kind of a difficult holiday because of all the food. I have learned to be really creative with what Metcalf dressed up as Glinda, The Good Witch of the North from The Wizard of Oz I make since I have been eating like this for three years, so instead of eating the turkey I substitute it with different types . of beans or really tasty vegetables,” Sydney Ferry, a junior, Student Support for Angeli: After Guss Angeli’s rediagnosis of Non-Hodgkins Mantle Cell Lymphoma, the school,said. students, Adding bacon into the pot while you cook the green beans and their families have done nothing but show support towards Mr. Angeli and his family. With the fundraiser night at is an easy way to get some flavor without adding a large Oregano’s organized by the school security guards, and public fund set up online that everyone can donate too, Angeli has amount of salt or having to eat the bacon but still get the received an abundance of money to go towards his chemotherapy and stem-cell transplant. taste of it.

Green beans can be found in multiple Thanksgiving meals.

For people who want some spice on their plate they can try green bean casserole with red curry and peanuts, garlic potatoes with green beans and cauliflower, or brown rice Failing Students: The amount of students failing classes this year is the highest it has ever been. There are 22 pages saladofwith roasted green beans. “Green beans are great students that are failing classes; it is to the point that automated e-mails are sent out every day to parents to alert them most people actually eat those on Thanksgiving because that their child either failed an assessment or is failing their class. and my mom has a brussel sprout recipe where you roast them in balsamic vinegar and they are amazing,” Ferry said.

According to the Vegetarian Resource Group, in 2000 only about 2.5 percent of the population could be labeled as vegetarian. This number jumped to 3.4 percent within nine THE CACTUS SHADOWS PRESS

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HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES MASHED POTATOES ALTERNATIVE . MASHED CAULIFLOWER Mashed cauliflower is a better alternative because it is low in carbs, fat and cholesterol.

GRAVY ALTERNATIVE . CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP Cream of chicken soup is similar to gravy in taste and is low in sodium and calories.

STUFFING ALTERNATIVE . GRILLED SQUASH Grilled sauce is rich in vitamins and minerals and eliminated the need to add butter or other unhealthy oils.

CRANBERRY SAUCE ALTERNATIVE .CRANBERRY SALSA Cranberry salsa is a better alternative because the cranberries are not being drenched in a sugary juice.

GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE ALTERNATIVE .GREEN BEANS. This alternative is healthier because all the extra cheese and other ingredients add more carbs and unnecessary fat.

~SIERRA GALINDO

The baked apple brûlée introduces a rich dessert to a tangy fruit.

The peanut butter pumpkin pie adds an uncommon ingredient to the usual pumpkin dessert. Also, the peanut butter pumpkin pie is a healthy alternative to an otherwise fluffy pie.

For those who dislike pumpkin or cannot eat pumpkin, there are also some unique alternatives including cinnamon filled apple cider floats, sweet potato cupcakes, and sweet caramelized apple spice cake.

The tinted brown and gold color coating the caramelized apple spice cake gives this dessert an autumn feel. Fall spices are easily added to this moist cake hidden beneath brown sugar butter cream frosting. This cake is easily added to any dessert table both as a treat and a center piece.

The tinted brown and gold color coating the caramelized apple spice cake gives this dessert an autumn feel. Fall spices are easily added to this moist cake hidden beneath brown sugar butter cream frosting. This cake is easily added to any dessert table both as a treat and a center piece.

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Style December 2014

Creeker December 2014

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At the Drop of a Hat

Two Tired for Coffee

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SIERRA GALINDO goes through the different trendy styles of hats that can add to any outfit for the winter and are easily paired with multiple outfits.

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OLD-WEATHER hats have evolved beyond the classic beanie, and these newly recognized accessories are quickly joining the mix of the typical winter wear such as scarves, jackets, and

boots.

Although beanies and fur hats are a usual popular choice for head wear in the winter, fedoras, wide brimmed hats, and floppy hats have become more popular recently.

Seen being paired with many outfits such as flirty dresses, vests, and tights, or skinny jeans and oversized cowl neck sweaters, these hats are a versatile statement piece that will be seen being worn by people of all ages throughout the winter months.

“I think they [hats] are a great fashion choice,” Evelyn Bencomo, a junior, said, “They look good with practically any outfit, even on crazy hair day, they help hide the craziness of your hair.”

Fedora hats best suit heart-shaped faces and girls can add this hat to her particular outfit to give the look an occasional playful twist. The most common way to wear a fedora for women is casually. A popular outfit would be to pair this hat with a long tunic and black leggings, a jacket,

and an oversized scarf. For men, a fedora is best styled with a trench coat or long coat along with a nice dress shirt and dark jeans. According to Fashionbeans, a fedora will best suit men with shorter face shapes since the tapered crown of the hat gives the illusion of length.

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ASAYGE BOLLI

“It was about creating the space that you want to be at. You know, instead of trying to make something that you think people want, you create something you want. I’m a cyclist, I’m an eater, and I’m a drinker of coffee and beer, then why would I not want to create a space that accommodates that?” Kaolin Cummens, owner of The Flat Tire Bikeshop, said.

Back in the summer of this year, Cummens moved his business to the old C4 building.

After settling into his new location, he called his old friend Jon Oughterson and asked him if he would like to use the old kitchen equipment and run the restaurant side of the shop.

“We have a one-year-old daughter so we were really not planning on opening a restaurant at all, but, you know, the opportunity presented itself and we just couldn’t pass it up,” Lauren Oughterson, co-owner of Local Jonny’s said.

Jon Oughterson used to worked at C4 and knew the space prior to opening his new cafe.

The name “Local Jonny’s” draws inspiration from the famous bike shop “Mellow Johnny’s” based in Austin, Texas.

“We thought we’d do a play on words and copy that a little bit, but we then we got worried it would be infringing on somebody else’s idea,” said Oughterson, “My husband’s name is Jonny so it kinda just fit and it was something we went with from the very beginning.”

Although the cafe is connected to the Flat Tire Bike Shop and sticks with the biker theme, they are more than just a cafe in a bike shop.

“A lot of people come in here just expecting us to be just a coffee shop that happens to be in a bike shop, nothing special, but we, Jon and I, each of us have spent over 10 years in the restaurant business. Just working in restaurants, coffee shops, and bars, we just want it to be great, we just happen to be in the bike shop,” Oughterson said, “We do want to follow the bike theme and there are a lot of cyclists who come in and visit on their morning rides and stop in and get breakfast or a beer, but we don’t want to just cater to them. We want to cater to the entire Cave Creek community.”

Upon entering the cafe, the first thing a person might notice would be the smell of all the different drinks; the cinnamon from chai lattes to the scent of a classic, black coffee. Local Jonny’s serves Fire Creek coffee, a company originally based in Cave Creek that moved to Flagstaff.

“The space has a very cool and laid back feel, a lot more bikes in the front than other coffee shops in Cave Creek which I think is perfect, it also gives it a more local feel,” Erika Solberg, a senior, said.

tire bike shop. Not only does the space offer bikes and coffee, they are also going to begin setting up music in the back once again

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Flat Tire Bike Shop

and sticks with the biker theme, they

prove that they are more than just a

cafe in a bike shop.

SAMARA ROSENTHAL, a senior, poses in her burgundy

wide-brim hat from PacSun. Hats like this can be found in stores like Forever 21 to pricier stores such as Nordstrom. Hats are a good thing to wear in the winter to keep warm and to liven up an outfit. A SAYGE BOLLI

GRACE ROWETT takes a look at this funky, unexpected winter trend.

and can be worn with different kinds of outfits.

coffee on the side, now over a century later Kaolin Cummens and Jon Oughterson have created the same atmosphere.

is connected to the

FUR, A GOOD IN(VEST)MENT

SARAH NELSON, a sophomore, lounges in a variety of furs. Furs such as these have been trending this winter

life editor

Although the cafe

“Even though fedoras are really cool, I just prefer to wear beanies, they keep my head warm,” Elaina Rovenstine, a junior, said.

Wide brimmed hats are fashioned similar to fedoras, best worn with a simple dress, and the addition of a long jacket or fur coat works nicely. A hat similar to a wide brimmed hat would be the “pork pie,” the type of hat Walter White wears in Breaking Bad. Fashionbeans states that a pork pie looks best casual clothes and is suited well to men with shorter faces. These hats are more popular among men, but some women have taken fancy to this style of hat as well.

Floppy hats are usually worn in the spring and summer, but have recently transitioned to fall and winter fashions.

Lovelyish said that a good outfit to pair with a floppy fat would be skinny jeans and a thick, wool-knitted top or jeans and a basic top with knitted cardigan.

by SIERRA GALINDO

EVENTEEN years ago an old bike shop opened that sold

KAOLIN CUMMENS HANGS OUT IN THE CAMP THAT IS PART OF HIS FLAT

It is fuzzy, it is warm and it feels so rocker glam, it is this fall’s biggest trend – the “faux” fur vest.

One can slip on a gray faux fur vest and witness how it can turn a simple shirt and an ordinary pair of blue jeans into a fun, unique look that works for any occasion.

“Fur vests are an absolutely fabulous statement piece that can make any outfit look trendy and stylish. I adore the way some people style them,” Zack Mattocks, a senior, said.

This vest is a good layering piece, and it is also a nice statement item that will catch the attention of others without making one look overthe-top.

"I think they are really unique and can liven up a lot of boring outfits," Sarah Nelson, a sophomore, said.

While it may seem that fur vests are limited and only go with a few select items, they are surprisingly versatile, able to coordinate with almost any outfit that one may choose to wear.

“I n terms of fur, it is a little sad that an animal has to be killed for it, but the vests can look cute on just the right person,” Cameron Bender, a math teacher, said.

A fur vest can be paired with a midi skirt and a floppy hat for a boho look, monochromatic pieces for an elegant and classic look, leather pants for an edgy look, or a chunky sweater or a flannel and leggings for a casual weekend look.

Since they are so "on-trend," these vests can be found pretty much anywhere. From stores like Forever 21 where vests are priced anywhere between $25 to $40 to higher end department stores like Nordstrom where people can find vests in the pricier range of $80 to $100, but one will not be able to walk in without spotting a fur vest.

SPUR CROSS TRAILS PROVIDE ENDLESS LOCAL EXPLORATIONS

by NICOLE NERI staff writer

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Now that Thanksgiving is over and everyone has stuffed themselves sufficiently, it is time to find a way to burn off the extra baggage. Spur Cross Conservation Area provides guided hikes year-round for hikers of every skill level.

Spur Cross is 2,154 acres of untamed desert, split into five segments: Elephant Mountain Trail, Metate Trail, Spur Cross Trail, Tortuga Trail, and Towhee Trail.

About 15 years ago, the area was set to be a developed area. The community, including Senator John McCain, rallied to keep the area DECEMBER 12, 2014

natural and wild.

“Spur Cross is a really great example of people coming together to preserve something,” Michael Murphy, a parent and an avid hiker, said.

The area has a rich history, containing several archaeological sites and petroglyphs from the ancient Hohokahm Native American tribe.

A quick history lesson: in the 1000s, the Hohokahms occupied much of south-central Arizona. Sometime in the 1200s, they mysteriously disappeared, leaving behind elaborate ruins and scattered petroglyphs as the only clues to their existence.

On December 20th, there will be a 2.5-mile

Hohokahm Houses hike, which takes hikers to one of the mesa-top compounds of the Hohokahm tribe to explore the ruins.

Scattered throughout the area are detailed petroglyphs and bits of ancient Hohokahm pottery.

“My sister and I go out to Spur Cross quite a bit and one time we took a different trail and we found pieces of ancient pottery we think,” Cydney Brabec, a senior, said.

It is best to attempt this hike with the help of a guide, because the northern part of the trail can be difficult to follow.

Park ranger Kevin Smith even leads moonlight hikes. The next one is scheduled for January 5th from 6:00-8:00 pm.

“The moonlight hikes are perfect during this time of year. I went on one a bit ago with my boyfriend and we both loved it, despite our lack of hiking endeavors,” Elle Stanley, a senior, said.

Cave Creek runs through the Spur Cross area, allowing large trees and a variety of desert animals to thrive. “It’s so unusual in Arizona to be able to hike next to running water,” Murphy said, “It’s really exceptional to be able to experience creeks in the heart of the Sonoran.”

Upcoming guided hikes, hike difficulty ratings, and trail details can be found on the Maricopa County website under the “Parks” tab.

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saw a difference in how their children reacted to music.

son said. e mid-1950s. Elvis Presley was one of the few ublic’s behavior through music. Through his songs nce teenagers to focus more on themselves. d girls started to wear more revealing outfits. This not approve of, some parents went as far as to

Feverish disco dances into the `70s

It was the era of big hair, free living, and, most importantly, music.

Progressive Rock, Disco/Dance, ~SHELBY NICHOLS Punk Rock, and Funk and Soul were the popular genres of the ’70s and evident through culture of the time.

From bands such as the Bee Gees and K.C and the Sunshine Band to Pink Floyd and Rush with some Ramones and the Jackson 5, this era was bursting with music that reflected the culture.

The era started off with glam rock and singers such as David Bowie and T-Rex. This type of music was very theatriLIFE cal with lyrics that had a futuristic tone and references to sex and drugs.

“I know a big movie from the ’70s was Saturday Night Fever and that was based on disco. So you could say that the music affected the culture because what was popular in music was being relayed on popular media outlets,” Allie O’Connor, a senior, said. “If a movie like that were to come out today the music would be like pop and rap and all the current trending genres.”

Disco is defined as a genre of dance music containing elements of funk, pop, and psychedelic soul music. It happened to be the next major fad after glam rock, lasting from the mid to late 70’s. This type of music is thought to be one of the most influential for it led to changes in social life, movies and

Features December 2014

m war began in the 1960s, musicians started to Famous artists started to use their music as a c became the main genre in which musicians used uire released his song “On the Eve Of Destruction” s in his song such as “If the button is pushed his audience. Although musicians have always ent events this time period seemed to spark a fire 1 songs were used to show remembrance of the s like “Last Fallen Hero” and “When The World are used as social commentary about current

mewhere still listens to it,” said Hudson. Songs der to help influence the artists of today. sed for the same purpose and it brings people

a piece of history to the melting pot of American ether to become the newest genre of the cenence and change in music from the past music hat artists can take away from past generaat you understand who influenced your style,” said lot of commentary on today’s events. Songs like Lewis in which they focus attention of the people “Pumped up Kicks” by Foster The People, focusn young adults.

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YEARS UPON years of music history is located at the Musical Instrument Museum.

Hannah Caban, a senior, travels to the museum in hopes of soaking in the material. “The MIM showed me that music connects us, no matter where we are in the world , music is always there, and it is always a part of us,” Caban said. 4ERIKA SODERSTROM

The instrument of rock

FIFTIES STARS WORTH A RELISTEN

Harry Belafonte Bill Haley of Bill Haley and the Comets Fats Domino Chuck Berry Frank Sinatra Tony Bennett Buddy Holly Elvis Presley James Brown Dean Martin Rosemary Clooney Dion and the Bellmonts Little Richard

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The word guitar comes from the Sanskrit word “tar” meaning string. The history of guitars can be traced back over 4,000 years.

The earliest instrument similar to the guitar are tanburs or “bowl harps.” The lute or oud brought to Spain by The Moors was used in Renaissance times. Other guitars used in Renaissance times were the four-course and five-course guitar. The six-course guitar was added to Italy’s “guitar battente.” The first ever electric guitar that we know today was the Rickenbacker Electro “Frying Pan” made in 1931. After the initial invention, Fender, Les Paul and Gibson guitar manufacturers followed suit.

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sixties as a major influence.

television, language, fashion, drug abuse, and sexual liberation.

Dance clubs such as Studio 54 in New York City and the Whiskey-A-Go-Go in Hollywood were major attractions during this period because they were places where men and women, gay or straight, anyone from a variety of ethnic backgrounds could come together to escape what was happening in the real world.

“When you think of everything that was going on during this time, it makes sense that people would come up with a way to try and escape it for a little bit,” Monica Hamm, a senior, said, “Disco was there and they used it to their advantage and made all of these dance clubs out of it.”

The Vietnam War had just come to an end, Nixon had resigned, Elvis wasWENDT found dead, and Iran took American hosRIATA sitting in the burmese tages in Tehran.

Just like it always has been, people meditation position.

This meditation pose is generally do not most like tocommon hear or in deal with bad news.

The solution of 4SIERRA Southeast Asia. the ’70s was to dance away the night, and their worries.

GALINDO An overall theme apparent in most songs of this time is “sex without consequence”. What was previously looked at as risky and dirty was now looked at as a normal part of society. This was before sexually transmitted diseases and the anti-drug movement became popular so people did not think twice about it, eventually leading to this time being referred to as “the swinging ‘70s”.

Life December 2014

Disco may be dead but rock still rolls on in the `80s

worked up The stress of school is getting students...

With hair piled high in a scrunchie, fanny packs strapped on, and Walkmen in hand, the ’80s was a decade that knew what it was doing. A time known for its classic movies and noble fashion trends, was all glued together by the iconic SAYGE ROWETT BOLLI music that also accompanied these years. by~ GRACE style editor With the launch of Music Tevelevision Video in 1981, viewers had a new way to experience music. Unlike “American Twenty-first century students have come to the Bandstand” and “The Ed Sullivan Show” of the ’50s and ’60s, point of devastation if they do not getallowed a perfectpeople 4.0 to view music all the time. MTV not only MTV GPA. In extreme students have gave peoplecases, an insight into will music andmeltproduction, but also incorporated music videos downsas foran hours because they have been trained important part of the business. ’80s introduced a huge variety of music, with Rock’ n’ Roll branching into to believeThe that they will never be good enough metal. unless heavy they have the perfect GPA. “Thereage, were many genres that grew, new wave, hair guitar, pop, and rap… some At a young high school students are sufinfluential artists were probably Michael Jackson, because he made a point to be out fering from the side effects of stress by getting there, Run DMC, Beastie Boys, Van Halen, and The Cars. Each genre was relatable,” increasingly bad headaches, chronic fatigue, and Riata Wendt, a junior, said. irritation.

"Sometimes I feel like I can never catch a break DECEMBER because of 12, all2014 the school work I have. I always stress myself out too much and work myself up until I see my grade, and most of the time I'm not satisfied," Emma Smith, a senior, said.

While a little bit of stress can be a good thing as it motivates a person to do better, too much stress can backfire. Almost 40 percent of parents in the United States have said their high schooler is experiencing loads of stress that they never even imagined was possible.

According to USA Today, more Relaxation is an option many students have turned to in order to find inner peace and clarity in times that seem -Riley Becquet than a quarter (27 percent) say to be the exact opposite. they experience "extreme stress" during the school year, vs. 13 perAccording to Web MD, a few minutes spent practicing meditation each day can help relieve anxiety. There are cent in the summer. 34 percent several different ways one can meditate, but the most common position is sitting up straight with both feet on expect stress to increase in the coming year. the floor. The eyes should be closed and the arms at ease. The only thoughts going through one’s head while “I always find that I barely have any time to meditating should be positive mantras that either are being said aloud or silently. balance everything in my life. I have a job so that takes up a lot of my time, and when I get home I ACE Fitness claims that one workout session can generate as much 90-120 minutes of relaxation. This is due to the fact that while working out chemicals in the brain, known as neurotransmitters, are stimulated. This is said to always have homework to do. I don’t have time for be why after physical activity, most people have a low stress level. Even walking on the treadmill twenty minutes a anything else,” Riley Becquet, a senior, said. day can have a huge benefit. ~BIANCA DYDYK Between balancing school work, a job, a social life, and family life, stress can be overwhelming to a student. Unhealthy behaviors associated with stress can start early and continue through adulthood, according to USA Today. The habits and ways people handle stress are apparently setting themselves up for "a life of chronic stress and illness."

“I always find that I barely

have any time to balance

everything in my life.”

chill out MEDITATION

EXERCISE

be happy

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often.

“I think that your parents are the people that you look up to the most and you want their acceptance the most, and when you don’t have that it can make you do some extreme things and I think that’s what happened in this case,” Amy Abel, a junior, said.

Religion was a large part of Alcorn's life growing up. She lived in a house where she went to church every Sunday and being a straight man, in her case, was what she was raised to think was the only way to go.

Her parents took her to Christian therapists, who she said in her suicide note were biased and

ple to find help or someone to confide in without being judged. Support groups are in most schools and it shows people that there are others who can sit with each other and be there.

Since her death, there has been a petition surfacing the internet called “Leelah’s Law”. Which Life bans conversion therapy, which is a type of therFebruary 2015 apy that focuses on changing the minds of homosexual or transgender people to becoming either straight or staying their current sex. The petition has received 114,767 , 14,767 more than it’s original goal of 100,000.

TECH TO EXPECT SONY XPERIA Z4 New Sony phone that will be designed for use in all aspects of everyday life. Expected to be released in late February.

XIAOMI MI5 Chinese phone company Xiaomi will be releasing a phone that will compete with Apple iPhones and Google Androids. To be launched in July.

HTC ONE (M9) An improvement of the M8, the M9 will feature a better quality camera as opposed to the four megapixel resolution that was used previously.

Releasing in early March.

SAMSUNG GALAXY S6 This phone expected to be a “big change” from the formal model, with a higher resolution camera and 64-bit chip. Expected to be released in early March.

APPLE IPHONE 6S The new Apple cellphone is long anticipated as all of Apple’s newer models are. This new model is expected to have an improved camera sensor that will raise the quality of the camera. Expected to be released mid-September.

~SHELBY NICHOLS ~SIERRA GALINDO 10

GENDERQUEERSimilar to non-binary. A third gender. Someone who is genderqueer does not fit into the male/female binary. .

Life February 2015

DFAB An acronym meaning "deemed female at birth."

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Her Name Was Leelah _SIERRA GALINDO

~ABBY CARDENAS

NEW RELEASES

At age fourteen, Josh Alcorn decided to become told her that she was wrong for what she wanted Leelah Alcorn. Three years later, Alcorn commit- to be. Alcorn thought that God did not make misted suicide after being denied the right to change takes and she was going through a phase. her sex. This caused the public eye to look at the “It makes me really sad because I can underLesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) stand where her parents are coming from, being community. a Christian, and if you have completely orthodox “When an individual makes the decision to end beliefs in the bible then you feel a certain way their own life, I think there are a multitude of fac- about all the issues begin transgender. However, I tors at play that make it difficult- even impossi- also feel that the bible can be interpreted in differble- to say whetherGame or not it could have been preent ways for different religions, for different peowhere the player explores an alternate reality of Victorian vented,” Molly Gum,London LGBT support group and it of makes me really sad knowing that her where they play advisor as Galahad,ple, a member an ancient the world fromnot a newly and English teacher,order said. of knights designated to protect parents were willing to try and understand awaken powerful threat.

Being released February 20.

Alcorn did not have the easiest time when it the bible in a different way as it would relate to came to being accepted for who she wanted to be. Leelah’s situation and it ended with her death,” Her parents, who were very religious, refused to Abby Walker, a junior, said. allow Alcorn to become a woman and shoved her There has been a sudden increase in awareness Based ongo thetocomic book of the same Kingsman: into therapy also making her church more over name, LGBT issues, which has opened doors for peoSecret Service. Is about the secret ple services used to protect often. to find help or someone to confide in without the the monarch.

In that theatersbeing February 13. Support groups are in most schools “I think that your parents are people judged. you look up to the most and you want their accep- and it shows people that there are others who can tance the most, and when you don’t have that it sit with each other and be there. can make you do some extreme things and I think Since her death, there has been a petition surthat’s what happened in this case, ” Amy Abel, a facing internet called “Leelah’s Law”. Which A young man gifted with the rare ability of thethe traveler, someone junior, said. bans conversion therapy, who can travel between dimensions, must flee when accused of which is a type of therReligion was a large part accidentally of Alcorn's treason. life growapyFebruary that focuses Available 24. on changing the minds of homoing up. She lived in a house where she went to sexual or transgender people to becoming either church every Sunday and being a straight man, in straight or staying their current sex. The petition her case, was what she was raised to think was the has received 114,767 , 14,767 more than it’s origionly way to go. nal goal of 100,000.

Meredith McClaren’s successfully funded kickstarter comic is the print copy Her parents took her to Christian therapists, fantasy webcomic about a dolland named Orio with Bauble as her traveling who she saidofinher her suicide note were biased

Rachel Webb researched what new books, movies, and games are being released in the month of February.

THE ORDER: 1886

KINGSMAN: SECRET SERVICE

A DARKER SHADE OF MAGIC

Glossary

TRANSGENDER A term used to describe someone

who does not identify with the gender assigned at birth

NON-BINARY Someone who is non-binary

does not identify with the regular gender binar

DMAB An acronym meaning "deemed male at birth."

CISGENDER Someone who is cisgender identifies with the gender or sex their were assigned at birth.

GENDERQUEERSimilar to non-binary. A third gender. Someone who is genderqueer does not fit into the male/female binary. .

DFAB An acronym meaning "deemed female at birth."

HINGES BOOK 1: CLOCKWORK CITY

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companion, when they arrive in the city of Cobble. Being released February 25.~ABBY CARDENAS

TECH TO EXPECT SONY XPERIA Z4 New Sony phone that will be designed for use in all aspects of everyday life. Expected to be released in late February.

XIAOMI MI5 Chinese phone company Xiaomi will be releasing a phone that will compete with Apple iPhones and Google Androids. To be launched in July.

HTC ONE (M9) An improvement of the M8, the M9 will feature a better quality camera as opposed to the four megapixel resolution that was used previously.

NEW RELEASES

Rachel Webb researched what new books, movies, and games are being released in the month of February.

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THE ORDER: 1886 Game where the player explores an alternate reality of Victorian London where they play as Galahad, a member of an ancient order of knights designated to protect the world from a newly awaken powerful threat. Being released February 20.

KINGSMAN: SECRET SERVICE Based on the comic book of the same name, Kingsman: Secret Service. Is about the secret services used to protect the monarch. In theaters February 13.

GRACE ROWETT explains how to reuse household items for decoration purposes instead of spending money on brand new accessories.

L

OTS of people have many old and unused items

Foodie February 2015

FOODIE

Before you bite

into that box of chocolates, know what is inside

OVAL CANDIES ARE OFTEN FILLED WITH BUTTER FUDGE

NOUGATS ARE RECTANGULAR

CHOCOLATES WITH TRUFFLES OR WHIPS ARE ROUND

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CARAMELS ARE USUALLY SQUARE

Italian straight from the sauce RYAN DENSON reviews the atmosphere, service, and taste of what is offered at the Old Spaghetti Factory a long-lived establishment in Downtown Phoenix If you want to take a break from the same old Harold’s spaghetti, or even the typical chain

have an idea of what I want. The Old Spaghetti Factory is one those places where you will not

The drive seems almost non existent once you leave. I left the Old Spaghetti Factory fat and

lying around in their homes or garages waiting to be thrown away. There is a great feeling of liberation that comes after shedding old stuff. However, before throwing out the trash, consider how that trash could be re-purposed.

Anything has a potential to be up-cycled, trash can be given a second life, and many "useless" items can be transformed into unexpected decorations.

“I often find myself recycling old things in my house, whether it is something that broke or something that I have no use for anymore. I can find new things to make out of it most of the time,” Riley Becquet, a senior, said.

For example, when the glass breaks in a picture frame, do not throw away the base. Instead, use it to create a unique and functional earring display. Run picture wire across the frame and then hang up some earrings. Run multiple wires to create different levels. This could be a gift idea for girls of all ages.

Instead of sending those old wire baskets off to the dump, even if they are completely worn out, turn them into attractive and quirky light fixtures. Even if the basket has wires that have come loose or holes in the bottom, use them to

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ENTINE’S DAY

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Whether or not you are a Parks and Recreation fan, you will love “Galentine’s Day,” a holiday where ladies celebrate ladies. The idea was originated by the Parks and Recreation main character, Leslie Knope. This holiday is a day where single girls and taken girls unite to eat food, exchange presents, and show each other just how special they are.

“I think this holiday is the best idea. People get so caught up in Valentines Day and trying to be loved by their significant other, and they forget all about the most important people in their lives; their girl friends,” Allie Jorde, a senior, said.

Traditionally, this holiday is celebrated on February 13, just one day shy of Valentine’s Day. Here is how to put together your very own Galentine’s Day soiree: Step One: Decorate. Fill up the party space with white lights, candles, lanterns, and garlands. Go for more whimsical and girly decorations to give the guests the full affect.

Step Two: Invite all your clos-

Every month, the CSPress will bring you tips on how to tend your garden.

According to the University of Arizona

create Anthropology-inspired light fixtures that will look greatDIY in the kitchen. Prepare the basket and then connect to a pendant light. It can be painted February 2015 to match the kitchen decor or left as is.

“I have a lot of mason jars that I find myself reusing, whether it is for decoration or storage, I just think they always seem to come in handy,” Riley Roads, a junior, said.

Empty jars and a few broken crayons may normally end up in the trash pile but they can be combined to make colorful candles instead. Just melt the crayons and pour them into the jar color by color. These can be poured into mason jars for a more rustic looking candle or just use any glass jar that is being Riley Becquet, planned to throw out.

“I often find myself recycling....

I can find new things to make out of it most of the time,” a senior, said.

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Matthias McIver, a track and field athlete, said.

One of the major benefits of exercise is an overall healthier body but according to research done at the Cooper Clinic in Dallas, at least 30 minutes of cardio exercise Donnell McClendon, a three to five days personal trainer at Pinnacle a week will add as Fitness, said. much as six years to ones life. In addition to a longer life, exercising for only thirty minutes a day also offers a healthier life which includes, healthier muscles including the heart, more energy throughout the day, better sleep and a reduced chance of catching common viruses.

“The benefit of exercise is knowing that you’re giving yourself a healthy start or finish to a day that is usually driven by stress,” Donnell Mcclendon, a personal trainer at Pinnacle Fitness, said.

Allison Zavesky started exercising towards the end of December as part of a New Year’s resolution. “I also wanted to have more energy and sleep better,” Zavesky said. Immediately after exercising Zavesky felt “tired and gross, but eventually I start feeling better about myself,” Zavesky said. Zavesky stated that since she started exercising daily, she has noticed she sleeps better and feels like she can do more throughout the day.

If there is still some difficulty staying on track, here are some simple tips and tricks to keep going. Start working out Monday or as early as possible, this will set the day and the week off on the right foot. Find a workout buddy, this does not necessarily have to be someone to work out with rather someone that can simply call and make sure no workouts were skipped. Do not take more than one day off as long breaks will make it difficult to start working out again. If assistance is needed in order to increase health, weight loss or endurance, consult a trainer or a personal trainer.

Lastly, try investing some money into a tip jar, after one day of exercise is complete place some money in the tip jar.

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Smackdown between Menchies, Mojos and Yogurt at Grayhawk

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driven by stress,”

NEWS

5 FREE COMMUNITY COLLEGE We go into detail about how President Obama is all for free community college.

3 OIL PRICES GOING UP The oil prices are going back and forth between high and low prices, we find out why.

INSIDE THE CSPRESS

The creators of the CSPress speak up...

What has been your favorite part of 2015 so far?

Christina HOLMES Editor in Chief

Shelby NICHOLS News Editor Jacob EMNETT Opinion editor Sayge BOLLI Spotlight Editor

Graduating Binge watching Greys Anatomy February 20th F•R•I•E•N•D•S on Netflix

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OPINION

7 ROOMING WITH FRIENDS Two students battle it out on why or why not rooming with friends in college is a good idea.

7 REPORT CARD Ryan Denson expresses displeasure concerning the new budget.

CREEKER

14 THE REAL CAVE CREEK EXPERIENCE What to do when you have an entire day to spend in the town of Cave Creek.

Grace ROWETT Style Editor Sierra GALINDO Life Editor

Nikki DUSANEK Food Editor

Christina DRAGONE Features Editor

Wade JOHNSON Creeker Editor Jackson KENNELLY Sports Editor Camryn MAYER DIY Editor

Lindsey MURPHY Explore Editor

The fact that I am graduating Its Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 10

Getting close to leaving Cactus Shadows Hanging out with the squad Groundhog’s day

Young Thug, Travis Scott Concert

The fact that it has gone by so fast Going to Sedona

STYLE

11 BATTLE OF THE SEXES Find out what students think about the fashion styles of the opposite sex.

12 MEN’S HAIR Man buns, long hair, and side shaved hairstyles.

Desert Ridge disappearing Bianca DYDYK

plaints against the store, etc.

“For Christmas last year I got three pairs Getting dropped off at the roundabout in of bedazzled sandals from Focus. I loved front of the Islands restaurant at noon, them, and even though they were pricey spending the day shopping at stores and I still shopped there. Now the only real watching a movie at the AMC theatre are shoe store left at Desert Ridge is DSW, and 19 FROYO SMACKDOWN We do a frozen yogurt 4BILL PAYAR as just some of the memories many students personally, I don’t like their stuff nearly smackdown between haveCreek from the Desert Ridge shopping cen- vote. much,” At Haan said.time, the his week members of the Cave town council faced a recall press Menchies, Mojos, Yogurt at ter.available.

However, businesses continue to close, The the outdoor mart is looking results of this election were not This controversial election has small town on more like Grayhawk. these memories edge, with vocal members on making each side of the slate. more difficult to a ghost town with every empty shop it recreate. adds on. also appears In the spring of 2013, the entire seven seat council was up for election.

TheItmayor and that stores that “Desert Ridge was thenew placemembers that I couldwere have been atincludthe mall for longer periods two council members were elected outright.

Four elected, 27 OLIVER REVIEW go if ICouncilmen just wanted toMike spend time aloneReg withMonachino, are closing and as well.

Aeropostale, which is ing Adam Durkin, Charles WeVice reviewMayor this year’s SpringTrenk and my friends,” Stephanie Haan, a senior said, currently closing down in other locations, Spitzer. play, “Oliver.” remember feeling likechange a grownbecause up back it first its race doorsin at the “There was a division in the“Icommunity on the wasclosed a close theDesert Ridge. in middle school if I got to walk around “Stores which closing just at Desert Ridge hasn’t runoff,” Carrie Dyrek, Cave Creek Town Clerk, said.

“There wasthe a big change mall for a couple hours. The funny part really had an effect on me, but I am a caused some turmoil in the community. ” is my would never actually guy so I don’t docouncil a lot of shopping. I never 14 CLOTHED ANDof AFRAID The Town Cave Creek is run onmom a council-manager form leave of government.

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Ridge to blame for their failures. Stores Payless Shoe store was closed down and such as Wet Seal and The Disney Store replaced with an AT&T store. The mall 21 NEW COACHES were shut down nationwide. Over the last is also home to a T-Mobile and a Verizon We spotlight the new team year, Wet Seal closed 11 stores in Arizona. store; this replacement most like done to captains for spring sports.

The closest mall that has all these shops encourage AT&T users to come to Desert 22 GIRLS BASKETBALL running efficiently is Arrowhead Towne Ridge. The Children’s Place is also rumored We look into the girl’s Center in Glendale. to be seeing its final days. Many claim that basketball team’s last game.

“I wish they still had the Disney store the reasoning as to why these two busithere. It’s not like everyone has the money ness lost their place in the marketplace is to go on a Disney vacation. Now if I want that their merchandise failed to impress 10 GET READY, GET SWEATY! to get any kind of shirt or bag I have to buy customers.

We explore the dangers, and it online,” Parker Long a senior said.

“My mom used to buy clothes there for benefits of working out.

New stores do not last more than a cou- my little brother all the time but then she ple months. A few examples of this are stopped. She said that a lot of their shirts Bath Junkie and Focus. There are many are ugly now and that they aren’t things factors as to why these lstores closed; too she wants to see her three-year-old wearhigh of rent, not enough business, com- ing out in public,” Long said.

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Town council faces recall Continued from page 1 Demands for a recall began when the council decided that there needed to be a change in administration and terminated the contract of former Cave Creek Town Manager, Usama Abujbarah, with a 4-3 vote.

“As new council members, why wouldn’t they give the town manager, with institutional knowledge on every aspect of the town, at least three or four months before you make that decision?” Susan Clancy, candidate in the election, asked the Arizona Republic.

Abujbarah filed a lawsuit against Cave Creek and the town council, saying that the vote violated Arizona’s Open Meeting Law. According to Sonoran News, since the lawsuit has been filed about $195,000 has been paid to Dickinson Wright law firm. Don Sorchych, Editorin-Chief of the Sonoran News, commented in an editorial that it would have cost the town less just to buy out Abujbarah’s contract of $120,000.

Local news publication Sonoran News has also been drawn into the controversy, with Sorchych writing editorials about how “vindictive” the firing of Abujbarah was.

There have also been allegations that Adam Trenk, vice mayor, told Abujbarah that he could remain town manager only if he agreed to “freeze out the Sonoran News.”

“It’s not really politics anymore, it’s just mud slinging,” Keith Durkin, a senior and son of recall candidate Mike Durkin, said. “They [the town] are just going back and forth and trying to get all of these people out of office.”

In order to recall someone, the people must fill out a petition for each person they want to recall. When filling out the petition, the person must state why they are recalling. After they fill out the form and they comply with the statutes, they are given certain paperwork from the town clerk and with that paperwork are petitions.

Most people also form a political committee so that citizens may know who is in charge of the committee and who is recalling a council member. The committee then are assigned a number and are then given the petitions so that they may circulate them and get enough valid signatures on the petition. Only people who live within town limits and are eligible to vote can sign the petitions. The sitting council member who is being recalled is offered the opportunity to resign and if choose to not resign, they are then given time to write a 200 word statement defending themselves that appears on the ballot along with the reason they are being recalled.

“It’s basically a redo of the last election,” Adam Trenk, vice mayor, said to the Arizona Republic, “This recall is unfounded.”

The candidates that are up for the seats being recalled include Susan Clancy, Mark Lipsky, Dick Esser and Steven LaMar. Susan Clancy, who was a former member of the Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) school board, is running against Adam Trenk for his seat on the council.

Steven LaMar faces Spitzer in the race. LaMar was elected onto the council in 2009 and again in 2011. He also ran for a seat in 2013 but came out unsuccessful.

LaMar was on the first commission and helped write the plan for when Cave Creek incorporated as a town.

Mark Lipsky faces Mike Durkin.

Dick Esser ran in the 2013 primary election, but withdrew from the general election. Now he is back running for council against Reg Monachino.

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CULTIVATING MUSCLE MASS

When trying to gain muscle mass, eat foods rich in cholesterol and omega vitamins.

According to Men's Fitness, the cholesterol found in egg yolks make them a serious muscle building food.

WEIGHT TRAINING

Before any training, it is important to eat carbohydrates says Bodybuilder.com. Carbs are the body's preferred fuel source, eating foods like oats or sweet potatoes are best.

RUNNING

According to Fitness Magazine, it is good to eat some yogurt and trail mix before running.

The yogurt is easy on the stomach and the nuts in the trail mix give your body a little burst of energy.

WORKING IT OUT

LINDSEY MURPHY provides a guide to what workout machines are best to accomplish your fitnes goals.

Gyms are filled with a variety of workout machines to choose from. These machines all have different uses and are made for multiple types of workouts, and to work on varying muscle groups.

If one is looking for a cardio workout, they should try the treadmill, elliptical, or a stationary bike.

Someone who wants to work on their arm, back or chest muscles, they should use a lat pulldown machine, the cable and pulley machines, or barbells and dumbbells.

People who want to work on their leg strength should use a leg adduction/abduction machine, a leg press machine, or a leg extension or leg curl machine.

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Medieval never felt so good JACOB EMNETT, takes it back to the fifteenth century with his review of the Renaissance Festival rive

south on the Loop 101 and take a right on Highway 60.

Savor the skyscrapers you see, the streetlights and the cars surrounding you. Savor now, savor the present. In an hour, you won’t be here anymore.

As you drive towards your destination, far from the metro, the years slip away. When you see the large castle sticking out of the flat desert landscape like a sore thumb, you’ve made it.

Secreted away here, like some jewel of the desert, is the Renaissance Festival. Deep in the heart of Arizona, amongst the saguaros and the heritage, lies a European transplant entirely unlike everything around it. Thirty-acres of soil foreign to both land and time.

Think of the Renaissance Festival as a convention for the medieval times, minus all of the bloodshed and death that made the times so medieval. A true

American tribute, it’s full of heart, if not entirely historically accurate.

Pirates walk side-byside with knights, wizards speak quietly to paladins, and the royal family parades down the middle of the path waving genially at the surrounding peasants.

Those who attend are encouraged to dress in full Renaissance style, a raucous party where all are included in the merriment.

The festival is a veritable medieval amusement park. The complex boasts thirteen stages, all with their own lineup of acts. There’s puppetry that will send one rolling in the aisles (the Ded Bob Sho), daring acrobatics that will leave one breathless (Barely Balanced and Dextre Tripp), raunchy comedy that will make one very uncomfortable they invited their mother along (the Tortuga Twins), unbelievable hypnotism (Franko), falconry, and a show dedicated exclusively to one man’s prowess with

whips, fittingly titled ‘The

When you see the large castle sticking out of the flat desert landscape like a sore thumb, you’ve made it.

Secreted away here, like some jewel of the desert, is the Renaissance Festival.

Firewhip Show’. All of these are free to watch with admission, and run throughout the entire day. “I loved wathcing the Barely Balenced show, where acrobats perform risky stunts together.” said Haley Wehner, a senior. If one wants to test their temper and their arm, they can par-

ticipate in the “Vegetable Justice” stand, where a man standing in a cutout of a tomato yells insults at you (and your family) until he’s quieted with a well-placed fruit. Apart from the performances the festival also boasts several locations where attendees can watch modern-day professionals practice medieval craft, such as glass-blowing and smithing. If that doesn’t suit the prospective adventurer’s fantasy, one can also watch any one of several historical reenactors live a completely accurate life in their own small village.

There’s also several jousts that occur throughout the day, each set in a large arena seating hundreds.

If watching doesn’t suit one’s fancy, the festival offers no shortage of things to do. Activities are plentiful and cheap, with favorites like knifethrowing, axe-throwing, archery, rock climbing, crossbowshooting,

dart-throwing, and the

ladder appearing Spotlight Jacob’s every twenty or so feet. All of the games are played with March 2015 real weapons, and all are accompanied by a skillful practitioner who facilitates the flow of cash, offers witty banter, and will “show you how it’s done” if you’re not quite up to par. All are perfectly safe, and a fine way to get into the spirit of things.

Then there’s the food. Lord, the food. “Steak on a stake,” turkey legs the size of a forearm, freshly-cooked pizzas, mouth-watering bread bowls and many, many more delicacies. Stands for fresh fruit, beef jerky, pickles and other snacks dot the streets, and purveyors of fine chocolates, cheesecakes, and other sweets yell at you from their shops. All the food is cheap, all the food is filling, and all the food is fattening. It’s not uncommon to leave the festival several pounds heavier than when

one arrived. If one is willing to lighten the coin purse, there’s also the Pleasure Feast, a multi-course feast lush with dishes and alcohol, but this is only for knights and damsels 21 and older.

The Renaissance Festival also doubles as an “artisan marketplace,” meaning that some of the best craftsmen and women in the state stop by to show their wares.

Authentic and handmade weapons, pottery, needlework, jewelry, chimes, pillows, banners and wands are for sale at reasonable prices, and they’re all of a high quality.

The Renaissance Festival is a truly magical place. With something for everyone and no one excluded, it’s the perfect fit for people of all races and creeds, where one can feel loved, accepted, and a part of the magic. To many, it’s just a bunch of people lounging in costume, to others it’s a home away from home.

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TEACHER’S PET It is not uncommon for students to see and talk to their teachers every day. They have to, considering the teacher is the one who provide their education. Likewise, it is also not unusual that students will form a friendship with their teacher.

When a personal issue begins to affect a student’s class work, if they are on good terms with their teacher, they may go to the teacher for assistance. At that point, they open up to the teacher about what is bothering them and the teacher gives advice. When they befriend a student, it makes them easier to talk to. In turn, they understand their students better, making learning more fun. If a student does not like the person who is teaching, they are going to have trouble enjoying what is being taught.

While there is a fine line of teacher-student ethics, a teacher can give advice without getting too personal. If a student isn’t clicking with their counselor, a teacher is the next best thing.

Sometimes, a teacher can be a person they tell things to.

For example, if someone can not talk to their parents or friends, they can have their teacher as a last resort. Or if someone doesn’t have any friends and just needs advice, they still have this teacher to be there for them to offer a different perspective or experience.

A friendship is a state of trust and mutual support.

Teachers are there for students during important stages in their lives and it is nice to have an adult to connect with.

Being a mentor to someone could be considered a onesided relationship, where they provided most of the support and the student merely receives it. Personally, I still talk to many of my old teachers and since my mother is a teacher, I see them on a regular basis. When a teacher has positively impacted a student’s life, it’s normal for the student to want to keep in contact with them.

An example of showing a teacher support would be if they were injured or had surgery, some students band together and give their sympathies, gifts or organizing a fundraiser if there is an issue with money. If friendship is a mutual trust and support, then the student can provided the same support for the teacher as the teacher would the student.

For instance, when Gus Angeli was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Mantle-Cell Lymphoma, so many of this students joined together to help sell wristbands and organize fundraisers to help Angeli pay for his necessary treatment. He supported his students when they had trouble with class work and possibly even personal problems, and in return the students supported him in his time of need.

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FINDING THE HIDEAWAY

by SIERRA GALINDO Life Editor

The Hideaway Bar and Grill, located “somewhere in Cave Creek,” is a bar that prides itself on being a relaxed environment where people make new friends.

Mark Bradshaw, owner of The Hideaway, came to Cave Creek nearly 20 years ago where he opened up the bar. Bradshaw had been passing through Cave Creek for many years, tried many different careers, such as selling insurance, until one day he decided to open The Hideaway.

Rick Stahl, General Manager of The Hideaway, had known Bradshaw since third grade. They had both tried other careers and worked in the hospitality before when they both decided to come together and work at the bar together.

“It [Cave Creek] is an eclectic town. It’s fun to walk around and say hello to everyone, it’s just fun to associate,” said Stahl.

In addition to owning and operating The Hideaway, Bradshaw also owns Cave Creek Tap Haus alongside his partner Jim O’Toole. Tap Haus is located a block down from Hideaway, and has also became a popular bar for bikers when it opened up in 2011. With 27 televisions, live music, and over 50 beers on tap, it makes the bar a great tourist stop said Rick Stahl , the as well. Bradshaw described the bar as “old Europe general manager of The meets New Orleans” to the Phoenix New Times.

Hideaway Bike Week is a yearly event where all sorts of Motorcycle Clubs (MC) and vendors come to show off their bikes and products. Griz, a path maker who comes to The Hideaway every Saturday. Custom bike makers like Dirty Bird, MRI, Azzkikr, and CLS Cycles also attend to showcase their custom bikes and offer services such as radio installation.

“It [Bike Week] is just crazy,” Hayden Sissingh, a junior said, “All you see is just miles and miles of bikes parked on the side of the road.”

The bar looks out on a “sea of bikes” where people come out to show off their bikes and what they have customized. Stahl remarked that the connotation of a biker “just isn’t quite right.”

“Some of the bikers that come are lawyers, doctors, politicians,” said Stahl, “it isn’t just like Hell’s Angels. It’s not that kind of bar.”

FINDING THE HIDEAWAY

“It is an eclectic town. It’s fun to walk around and say hello to everyone, it’s just fun to associate,”

by SIERRA GALINDO Life Editor

The Hideaway Bar and Grill, located “somewhere in Cave Creek,” is a bar that prides itself on being a relaxed environment where people make new friends.

Mark Bradshaw, owner of The Hideaway, came to Cave Creek nearly 20 years ago where he opened up the bar. Bradshaw had been passing through Cave Creek for many years, tried many different careers, such as selling insurance, until one day he decided to open The Hideaway.

Rick Stahl, General Manager of The Hideaway, had known Bradshaw since third grade. They had both tried other careers and worked in the hospitality before when they both decided to come together and work at the bar together.

“It [Cave Creek] is an eclectic town. It’s fun to walk around and say hello to everyone, it’s just fun to associate,” said Stahl.

In addition to owning and operating The Hideaway, Bradshaw also owns Cave Creek Tap Haus alongside his partner Jim O’Toole. Tap Haus is located a block down from Hideaway, and has also became a popular bar for bikers when it opened up in 2011. With 27 televisions, live music, and over 50 beers on tap, it makes the bar a great tourist stop said Rick Stahl , the as well. Bradshaw described the bar as “old Europe general manager of The meets New Orleans” to the Phoenix New Times.

Hideaway Bike Week is a yearly event where all sorts of Motorcycle Clubs (MC) and vendors come to show off their bikes and products. Griz, a path maker who comes to The Hideaway every Saturday. Custom bike makers like Dirty Bird, MRI, Azzkikr, and CLS Cycles also attend to showcase their custom bikes and offer services such as radio installation.

“It [Bike Week] is just crazy,” Hayden Sissingh, a junior said, “All you see is

“It is an eclectic town. It’s fun to walk around and say hello to everyone, it’s just fun to associate,”

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Poppin’ Tags ERIKA SODERSTROM explores Cave Creek’s thrifty finds

by ERIKA SODERSTROM Staff Writer

The town of Cave Creek is known for its unique saloons and old western vibe but it is also home to many thrift stores. Find second hand and gently used items at these stores, often for half the price.

The most popular thrift stores include Happy Trails Thrift Shop, Gold Mine Thrift Shop, Kiwanis Flea Market, Kiwanis Market Place and For Goodness Sake. These stores offer everything from new cowboy boots and unique

sure, you never know what you’re going to find,” Sterner said.

Although thrift store shopping can be fun and entertaining, the difficulty with many of these stores is that their store hours are sometimes limited, making it difficult for potential customers to have the opportunity to shop there.

“I really want to go to Kiwanis Market Place but they’re not open a lot,” Sterner said.

Many people who go thrift store shopping are attracted to the idea of an adventure. Thrift stores

thing specific I want to go to a normal store, but if I’m looking for something fun I’d definitely prefer thrift shopping.”

Of the many unique items found at these thrift stores, Blankinship has found a bedazzled jacket, and Delaney Barrett, a sophomore, has found windbreakers and jeans cut into shorts.

When it comes to quality, it depends on the brands according to Barrett, “You’re not paying that much so you shouldn’t really expect great quality but if you get a good

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Poppin’ Tags ERIKA SODERSTROM explores Cave Creek’s thrifty finds

by ERIKA SODERSTROM Staff Writer

The town of Cave Creek is known for its unique saloons and old western vibe but it is also home to many thrift stores. Find second hand and gently used items at these stores, often for half the price.

The most popular thrift stores include Happy Trails Thrift Shop, Gold Mine Thrift Shop, Kiwanis Flea Market, Kiwanis Market Place and For Goodness Sake. These stores offer everything from new cowboy boots and unique clothing to uncommon furniture options.

“The Gold Mine is a favorite,” Carmen Sterner a fifth grade teacher and enthusiastic thrift store shopper, said. “It is a trea-

sure, you never know what you’re going to find,” Sterner said.

Although thrift store shopping can be fun and entertaining, the difficulty with many of these stores is that their store hours are sometimes limited, making it difficult for potential customers to have the opportunity to shop there.

“I really want to go to Kiwanis Market Place but they’re not open a lot,” Sterner said.

Many people who go thrift store shopping are attracted to the idea of an adventure. Thrift stores can offer a new and exciting way to shopping, but there is a time and place for thrift store shopping, Julia Balnkinship, a sophomore, said.

“If I’m looking for some-

thing specific I want to go to a normal store, but if I’m looking for something fun I’d definitely prefer thrift shopping.”

Of the many unique items found at these thrift stores, Blankinship has found a bedazzled jacket, and Delaney Barrett, a sophomore, has found windbreakers and jeans cut into shorts.

When it comes to quality, it depends on the brands according to Barrett, “You’re not paying that much so you shouldn’t really expect great quality but if you get a good brand then you’re set.”

But a certain quality can still be expected. “I mean they aren’t brand spanking new, but they aren’t dying,” Blankinship said.

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INDIGO CROW FLIES HIGH

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TOP OF THE CLASS

The top ten seniors share some words of wisdom for incoming freshmen.

Life Editor

THE ROASTERY OF CAVE CREEK has been around since 2010 when

David Anderson broke away from the Cave Creek Coffee Company and the Firecreek Roastery. Anderson has been roasting organic beans for 15 years. He sells to Arizona restaurants and places such as Whole Foods.

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f Cave Creek to learn more about the proCreek, as well as the rest of valley.

South by Southwest’s up and comng band, and it was a great opportunity to help with their success as they started their southwest tour at the Roastery" said Hollis Johnson.

THE PROCESS

The Roastery only sells roasted coffee beans that originally start as an unprocessed green color.

With all the equipment located in their store, they are able to roast the beans at temperatures starting from 410 degrees and up.

“Beans have a spectrum of how they should be roasted,” said Anderson. “If the beans get too dark, they begin to develop a burnt taste. Almost similar to a lot of big chain companies out there.”

Many of the beans ROCC receives are from Central America, South America, and from Africa.

Once the beans are roasted, the orders for wholesale are completed and delivered at the end of the week.

“For any locals looking to learn more about coffee, it’s fun to stop

in there while Dave or Michael, his long-term employee, are working.

They will go over the entire process of roasting and you learn a lot.

The roastery has the most welcoming environment,” Erika Solberg, senior, said.

STAY A WHILE “For any locals looking to learn more about coffee, it’s fun to stop in there while Dave or Michael, his long-term employee, are working. They teach you the entire process of roasting and you learn a lot.

The roastery has the most welcoming environment,” Erika Solberg, senior, said.

At the Anderson and Johnson household, the only beans found are from their roastery, and they often avoid retail coffee companies such as Starbucks.

Whether buying wholesale or small packages of coffee for the house, the Roastery of Cave Creek is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 7003 E Cave Creek Rd.

Indigo Crow is a chic restaurant that the owners brought from Corrales, New Mexico to the Stagecoach Village in Cave Creek.

The restaurant has a nice, rustic feel to it. The exterior is made of brick and wood, and the inside has two stories. On the second story, there is mezzanine seating, so guests can look out onto the restaurant. Some of the booths are in an “L” shape, with a brown leather for the seats and a black and white zebra-esque design on the back. Another great decoration is the sign, the Indigo Crow logo with white lettering and backlit by a deep blue light.

All of the servers were attentive and nice, I was greeted at the door and directly taken to my seat.

Everyone working there seemed genuinely happy to be there and were willing to answer any questions about the food or the menu.

The menu includes a variety of salads, meats, poultry and fish, as well as flat bread platters.

I had the sun dried tomato and capicola flat bread, which came with mozzarella cheese, sun dried tomatoes, onions, and basil. This was delicious and prepared just right. Other dishes on the menu include the “Rack of Lamb” lamb chops, which is made with a raspberry-chipotle glaze, caramelized baby carrots, and parmesan risotto; the baby greens salad which comes with cherry tomatoes, sliced onions, garlic butter croutons, parmesan cheese, pecans, and a citrus vinaigrette.

What sets this restaurant apart from other bars and cafés in Cave Creek is that it's not just a sports bar.

Indigo Crow is a more chic place with fancier meals, "exotic" cocktails and wine tasting. It’s a nice change from the typical biker or cowboy bars that surround Cave Creek.

Don and Regina Raber, the owners of the Indigo Crow wanted to "create a meeting place for family and friends to gather and enjoy great food, wine and spirits” and I do believe they have succeeded.

Sunday through Thursday, it is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday through Saturday, hours are from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Happy Hour starts at 4 p.m. and ends at 6 p.m.

“Aspire to learn, mor e than you should asp ire to be recognized.”

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Jennalee Beazley

“What I’ve done in most of my classes is work hard during the semester, so when finals come you don’t have to stress so much.”

“Don’t focus on what number you are, focus on what’s going to help you most as an individual.”

Sam Slack

Michelle Hugo

“It is important to hav a balance betwe e en class work and personal hobbie because you can s, as hard as you work wa but you still hav nt, create some per e to sonal time for your me ntal health.”

Sophie Kenyon

“Don’t be afraid to work really hard. It’s going to help you in college.”

Keith Durkin

“I just tried to do my best and here I am. Work as hard as you can and study.”

Ryan McNamara

Jeri Glicksman

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“If you want to shoot for the top ten, try as hard as you can throughout your four years.”

“My goal was just to get As and be above average. Just don’t stress out, that will only make it worse.”

“Study hard and make sure you get help when you need it.”

“Keep striving towards it. Just keep working towards what you want to do.”

Talon Forman

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