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Edited by Amir Muhammad

Reviewing Disney’s Frozen

Amir Muhammad, Feature Editor
Dec 19, 2013

Over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Disney released their recent animated film Frozen, a story about two sisters who live in the kingdom of Arendale. One of the sisters Elsa (Idina Menzel) has the ability to produce snow and ice, however she must keep her powers a secret from the outside world. Her...

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Three important things to do over Winter Break

Natalie Trumbull, Staff Reporter
Dec 15, 2013

Winter break is here!  Although it is a great to have free time away from school, it is easy to get bored in the two weeks free from school.  Here are some ideas to keep busy over break. Sleep.  Sleeping may not be the most fun activity to take part in, but it is important.  It is easy to not...

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Interact club: “Service over self”

NCHS students have stepped up to play a major role in the Twin Cities. Every year, the Interact Club seeks out charitable opportunities to benefit the community.  The club’s “Service Over Self” motto motivates it’s members to stay actively involved in the world. The club is an important one...

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The Diviners review

The Diviners review

Amir Muhammad, Feature Editor
Nov 26, 2013

The Drama Club performed their new fall play, The Diviners, on November 1st, 2nd & 8th, 9th. The play is about a young, 25 year old former preacher, C.C Showers (Matt Krawcyk;11), who comes to a small town from Kentucky, seeking a new life. He arrives at the home of the Layman family for work...

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*Other included Metalcore, Classical Orchestra, Dubstep and Trap

Popular genres of music at NCHS

Ever since administration lifted the ban on music during school, NCHS students have been able to enjoy listening to their favorite bands and artists. A poll taken over 3 days displays the popular and diverse genres of music displayed at NCHS
Ashley Kennedy and Brandi Zimmerman
Nov 26, 2013

Teens will agree with the statement that music is very important in their lives.  This is especially prevalent with students at NCHS. During Battle of the Bands, NCHS’s musically talented displayed their love for music and performed songs. Many students participate in band, choir, and orchestra,...

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Source Filmmaker Review

Source Filmmaker Review

Amir Muhammad, Feature Editor
May 14, 2013

Valve Corporation has been the most revolutionary corperation in the gaming industry. On June 27,2012, Valve release a beta version of their 3D video editing software Source Filmmaker, which uses Valve’s gaming engine the Source Engine, that  is used for their popular games such as the Half-Life and...

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Summer volunteering opportunities

Andrea Brown, Features
May 7, 2013

During the school year, present-day teenagers have increasingly busy lives, including schedules filled with sports, schoolwork, part-time jobs, and relaxation.  But when summer begins, most sports are out of season and schoolwork is a no (unless you like summer school). So instead of spending your summer...

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Tips to stay focused for the rest of the school year

Tips to stay focused for the rest of the school year

Natalie Trumbull, Staff Reporter
May 7, 2013

Summer is almost here!  As the students of NCHS count down the days until freedom and fun, a lot of you lose your motivation for anything school related.  School is an extremely hard thing to focus on when sleeping in and sun tanning are the only things in mind.  These three tips to stay attentive...

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Bioshock Infinite High Skies Adventure of the Year

Bioshock Infinite “High Skies Adventure of the Year”

Amir Muhammad, Feature Editor
Apr 29, 2013

My impressions of the first Bioshock definitely alter my perception of how great first person shooter games can be. The story of the first one was engaging and so much fun. Although the first two games were set in Rapture, a dark and scary under sea metropolis, this latest installment in the Bioshock...

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The Host

Andrea Brown, Features
Apr 29, 2013

The Host is a mind-bending movie based on the best-selling book by Stephanie Meyer. For those who have read the book, the movie is sub-par. But for those who have not read the book, it is pretty phenomenal. The story revolves around Melanie Stryder (Saoirse Ronan) a teen caught in the midst of a post-apocalyptic...

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Newest App: Vine

Newest App: Vine

Arianna Collier, Photo & Design
Apr 29, 2013

The newest app that everyone is excited about is called Vine. Vine is a lot like the famous Instagram, but is more directed on video sharing. This app is able to let you design multiple short films, which then will be linked together for a total of six seconds. When a video is done, it plays in a continuous...

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Tips to keep your nails hot for the summer!

Natalie Trumbull, Staff Reporter
Apr 29, 2013

Layer.  There are countless nail polish colors that can be purchased from any cosmetic company out there.  But layering nail polish can create an original color.  If you cannot seem to find the perfect paint or don’t want to be spending any more money on nail polish… experiment!  Taking a dark...

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Hair styles for prom

Kelsey Hinshaw, News
Apr 22, 2013

Prom night is closely approaching and it can be stressful finding the perfect hairstyle. Luckily there is no need to waste hours endlessly searching for the perfect look because here are the top 5 Prom Hairdos according to beauty.about.com. On top of everything, spending days shopping for the perfect...

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Open a new world of fashion

Open a “new” world of fashion

Natalie Trumbull, Staff Reporter
Apr 14, 2013

Although it may not feel like it, spring is on its way! That means that it’s time to break out your warm weather clothes… if they aren’t “out of date” or they no longer fit. However, before you go through your wardrobe and decide what to throw away, open your mind!  The things that go unnoticed...

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What seniors will miss about NCHS

What seniors will miss about NCHS

Arianna Collier, Photo & Design
Apr 10, 2013

Graduation day for the senior class of 2013 is closer than we think. As excited as we may be to get out of high school, there are at least a couple of things we would miss about NCHS. College will be a whole new life for the seniors who may have took advantage of all the little things NCHS had to offer. A...

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