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Mueller Report Opens Eyes into Trump’s Presidency

Mueller Report Opens Eyes into Trump’s Presidency

Tatum Luoma and Sam Hicks March 29, 2019

On March 22, 2019, an almost two year investigation into the corruption surrounding President Donald Trump’s political campaign was released. This investigation delve into the allegation of Trump’s...

Would? you listen to Alice In Chains?  You just might after reading this.

“Would?” you listen to Alice In Chains? You just might after reading this.

Garrett Jaffe March 16, 2019

A personal review of the 1990s Grunge band Alice in Chains unique music and influence on their respective genre of music. The band Alice In Chains is undeniably a quintessential “player” amongst the...

Opinion: Momo needs to go-go

Opinion: Momo needs to go-go

Avenlea Russian and Janelle Chavira March 15, 2019

The POV of a scaredy-cat… Janelle Chavira I think the “MoMo Challenge” is not of a joking matter. We’ve seen these internet trends come and go, but something about Momo’s appearance is creepy...

Senior Cole Stender believes that more sunlight makes people happier. Photo by: Jezel Mercado

Stop Changing the Darn Time!

Jezel Mercado March 14, 2019

The time changed again... has anyone figured out why the f*%& we feel the need to change time? As a miserable insomniac, I already average four hours of sleep per night, and it is NOT helpful to...

The pursuit of happiness comes when you are not tied down in high school

The pursuit of happiness comes when you are not tied down in high school

William Maxwell and Saida Delgadillo March 8, 2019

Saida’s side: Highschool… an environment where immature and young teens see being in a relationship as the most important thing to obtain and where getting your heart broken is the “end of the...

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Single__Taken_x_ Other__

Gavin Cross March 8, 2019

Having a relationship in high school is a good life experience that could teach you lessons for the future. Some people look down upon high school relationships, saying things like, “Oh, you have...

Slut-shaming stems from many situations, but is a common incident for many. Infographic by: Tatum Luoma

Opinion: Dress code, double standards, and slut shaming: Are they related?

Tatum Luoma and Sam Hicks March 2, 2019

Upon a quick Google search, the definition of slut-shaming given is “the practice of criticizing people, especially women and girls, who are perceived to violate expectations of behavior and appearance...

This contraceptive is birth control. Birth control is 99.9% effective if used correctly stated by http://www.plannedparenthood.org/ . Photo by: Julia Davies

Opinion: Wrap your willy before you get silly

Julia Davies March 2, 2019

Let's be honest here, getting pregnant as a teenager in high school isn't a goal for most teens. There are many effective ways to prevent pregnancy and it’s important for students that do not want to...

Juniors Omar Espinoza (left) and Nathan Johnson (right) both enjoy a snack in Mr. McEntyres class, a teacher that allows them to eat while learning. Photo by Tatum Luoma

Teachers vs. food: just let us eat!

Tatum Luoma December 10, 2018

Many teachers often look down upon students that snack in class and argue that it is a distraction to the class’s learning environment. But is eating lunch a period early because your growling stomach...

The CDs of (left to right) Family Values, which is a Korn and Limp Bizkit live show compilation, Hybrid Theory, which is Linkin Parks debut album, and two of Limp Bizkits critically acclaimed albums. Photo by: Doug Sandford

What VHS students think about nu metal

Douglas Sandford November 14, 2018

During a craze dominating the late ‘90s and early 2000s, Nu Metal took American pop culture by storm. At first, the genre was not widely accepted, commonly being associated with frat boys, jerks and...

Recycled Style

Recycled Style

Acacia Harrell November 14, 2018

Style and fashion have always been something I’ve been passionate about. I wouldn’t say I have a very distinct style or that I only wear a certain type of clothing. All I know is I love to find...

The Ventura High School snack bar is where the coffee can be purchased. Photo by: Garette Jaffe

Cafeteria coffee condemnation

Garrett Jaffe November 8, 2018

One day at the beginning of the school year, I made the poor decision of staying up all night studying for a quiz on “Scarlet Letter” in Erin Jones’ class. And as a result of my clearly excessive...

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