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Charles (Charlie) Faulkner

Charles (Charlie) Faulkner, Staff Writer

Charlie Faulkner is a senior at Normal Community High School and is a part of the NCHS Experimental Music Ensemble. This is his first year of working with the Inkspot, and he is a staff writer.

I love all things music.

I have played guitar since I was six years old and can fake it with just about any other string instrument you give me.

My best advice is never forget the importance and power of forgiveness.

All content by Charles (Charlie) Faulkner
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Top 5: Most mind-bending ‘Rick and Morty’ episodes

Charles (Charlie) Faulkner, Staff Writer Aug 30, 2024

“Insane” barely begins to scratch the surface of “Rick and Morty.” It's far too sane a word to describe the hit’s straightjacketed madness.    For seven seasons on Adultswim, the animated sci-fi comedy series has made a name for itself a concoction of utterly chaotic characters...

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Following Holi traditions, attendees of the April 2023 celebration arrived dressed in white attire. The participants left smeared in the vibrant hues of  colored powder.

Holi Moli celebration shifts location to Normal’s Uptown Circle, gains new support

Charles (Charlie) Faulkner, Staff Writer Apr 11, 2024

After hosting last year’s inaugural Holi Moli celebration in downtown Bloomington, this year’s event will be held in Normal’s Uptown Circle on Saturday, April 13.  2023’s Holi celebration, sponsored by Community’s South Asian Performing Arts organization, drew several hundred attendees....

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Reese Anderson and Rayna Powers are slated to be the Iron offenses leading scorers this season. But, as both enter the season nursing injuries, Community will have to wait and see.
Photo Courtesy: Mr. Jeff Christopherson

Iron soccer opens season eyeing 4th Regional title; Roster not full strength with early season injuries

2024 season preview

When the girls soccer season kicks off against Metamora on March 12, the Iron aim to build upon last season’s 13-9-4 record, eyeing a fourth consecutive Regional title. Last season concluded with a 6-4 defeat against Minooka in the Sectional opener, a 16-season drought without a Sectional Title. The...

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The Up-Beat – Ep. 3 – GAMES! from video, the NBA All-Star Game, Red Racoon to Ironmen girls bball

The Up-Beat – Ep. 3 – GAMES! from video, the NBA All-Star Game, Red Racoon to Ironmen girls bball

Welcome to "The Up-Beat," where each week a group of Inkspot reporters take a break from breaking news to share what's been making them smile this week. Ali Ince, Ben Kerber, Bella Green and Charlie Faulkner share what is making them happy this week.  

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1988's "Die Hard" follows New York City police officer John McClane as he tries to save his estranged wife and several others after they are taken hostage by terrorists during a Christmas party at the Nakatomi Plaza in Los Angeles.


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Yippee-Ki-Holiday: The enduring legacy of ‘Die Hard,’ a Christmas classic

Charles (Charlie) Faulkner, Staff Writer Dec 22, 2023

‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through LA Only one man was stirring, and his name was McClane The explosives set off on the roof with a flare In the hopes that the hostages must have been be there The vault had been breached as they planned their escape While McClane dragged his feet,...

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Model U.N. tackles zombie apocalypse in crisis summit

Model U.N. tackles zombie apocalypse in crisis summit

Eight members of the Model United Nations grappled with a global crisis scenario involving the spread of a zombie-inducing virus during the crisis summit on Nov. 17. Hosted by Bloomington High School, the summit brought together young diplomats from BHS, Normal Community, West, Central Catholic and...

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The Inkspot interviewed two experts on Children's Literature, retired professor of children and adolescent literature Dr. Roberta Trites and Mrs. Caroline Fox Anvick, master of library science, to hear their perspectives on diverse literature.
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Experts emphasize impact of diverse children’s literature on empathy, tolerance as Scholastic reverses controversial decision

After a storm of backlash, Scholastic reversed its decision to allow school districts to omit books that deal with race, LGBTQ+, and other issues related to diversity from publisher’s book fairs. The children’s book publisher, in an Oct. 13 press release, announced the decision to create a special...

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In honor of 'Croctober' the Inkspot investigates the Croc fashion phenomenon. 
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Sole searching: Exploring the Crocs craze

The Inkspot investigates the footwear frenzy
Inkspot Staff Oct 27, 2023

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The Food Science Team had an hour to develop a new "on-the-go snack": a donut. Developing a presentation on the product that considered quality control, cost of goods, target audience and food safety.

FFA’s Laney Maloy wins national Food Science championship, team takes 3rd

Ali Ince and Charles (Charlie) Faulkner Sep 22, 2023

FFA’s Laney Maloy was named Food Science and Technology National Champion, taking first at the Eastern States Exposition on Sept. 15 in Springfield, Massachusetts. The competition tasked Maloy with completing various career and technical challenges, including a sensory evaluation where she...

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Boys soccer takes second in 2023 Intercity tournament after narrow loss to U-High

Boys soccer takes second in 2023 Intercity tournament after narrow loss to U-High

The boys soccer team finished second in the 2023 Intercity tournament, their lone loss coming in the tournament’s opening round to eventual Intercity champions U-High. Community fell 1-0 to the Pioneers in Aug. 30’s match at U-High. Despite the Ironmen recording a 10-9 advantage in shots on...

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