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 Even though Valentine’s Day isn’t everyone’s favorite holiday, juniors Emma Stevens and Alania Tiner love Valentine’s Day. They like that it gives them an opportunity to celebrate their friendship and enjoy the fun decorations.

Valentine’s Day is an over-hated holiday

Kate Vorobieff, Photographer Feb 25, 2025

During February, love is all around, but love isn’t just about romantic gestures and sweet gifts. It’s also about the people who brighten the lives of those around them every day.  For the following...

Senior Gavin Heidemann (left) and sophomore Jayden Murphy (right) celebrate Halloween together. They are dressed as an iconic duo from the popular video game “Subway Surfers”.

Eagle High students share their best and worst dates

Karlee Patterson, Copy Editor Feb 21, 2025

The best dates are amazing and can give people joy in life. The worst dates just make people think about what they did wrong and how to improve themselves for the next time. Eagle High students explained...

Junior Lucas Reese shows his outfit for the day. He wears a beanie and a jacket for a cold, snowy January morning.

Following fashion trends is so last year

Ethan Long, Copy Editor Feb 21, 2025

For ages, clothing has been used as a form of self-expression. However, it seems that contemporary fashion has been reaching a low and individuality is becoming a thing of the past.  The idea of wearing...

Senior Mckenna Johnson (Eagles) and junior Melia Diaz (Chiefs) represent the NFL teams with each team’s iconic colors, the green Philadelphia Eagles and red Kansas City Chiefs. The Eagles were victorious over the Chiefs on Sundays anticipated contest.

The Superfail: The Kansas City Chiefs’ arrogance has led to disaster

Azriel Bennett, Reporter Team Leader Feb 21, 2025

This past NFL season has been nothing short of chaotic. Players, controversies, penalties, and Taylor Swift, again. Now, with the Super Bowl in the past, let us see how this season went, and what fans...

Downtown Eagle has historically had a vintage look to the buildings. Recently, these vintage buildings have been redone, and due to the growing population in Eagle, new buildings have been added. The gentrification of downtown Eagle has been controversial, especially to citizens who have lived in Eagle for a long time.

Eagle experiences growing pains amidst innovation boom

Azriel Bennett, Reporter Team Leader Feb 21, 2025

The city of Eagle seems to be the basin for innovation as more companies build new offices. What was once small empty lots and houses with broken  windows have become homes, apartments and new businesses...

Senior Clark Kochivar holds his favorite Swig drink in the Eagle High parking lot. Kochivar often gets his drink at lunch.

Swig has the best soda in town

Bree Davis, Reporter Jan 24, 2025

When it comes to the most popular soda shops around town, the rivalry between Swig and Sodalicious is fierce. Both chains offer customizable soda creations, cookies and the perfect chance to satisfy one’s...

The Los Angeles Dodgers Stadium was packed in their playoff series, the National League Division Series, against the San Diego Padres. These packed stadiums during the post season are what make baseball the best sport.

Baseball challenges players more than any other sport

Caleb Zawadzki, Reporter Team Leader Jan 24, 2025

Baseball is America’s pastime. For more than a century, baseball has captured the eyes of millions of fans across the United States and around the world. While many other sports require their own unique...

The Eagle High Lighting dance team pose for a photo. The team dances for many sporting events at Eagle High as well as competitions. While many people consider art a sport, some say that dance is art.

Dance is the perfect blend of art and sport

Zachary Ellison, Reporter Jan 24, 2025

While dancers create and express emotions through their performances, much like many other art forms, they also put a significant amount of physical effort into their dances, whether it’s for a performance...

Vice Principal Jeffrey Lamping does not think New Years resolutions work in the long run and believes they are ineffective. However, some people would disagree with his belief.

Eagle High shares opinions on the effectiveness of New Years’ resolutions

Kady Sturgeon, Copy Editor Dec 13, 2024

New Years celebrations include an array of interesting traditions like watching fireworks, eating 12 grapes and wearing white. And of course, one of the biggest traditions on New Year’s Eve is making...

Election Opinion by Chance Jones: Senior Cole Brooks holds the American Flag after the 2024 election. Brooks took part in the democratic process by voting for government officials.

Donald J. Trump is the first president to be elected in nonconsecutive terms since Grover Cleveland

Josie Yates, Photographer Dec 13, 2024

On Nov. 5, 2024, the former president of the United States, Donald J. Trump was reelected as the 47th president. He was initially elected to be the 45th president of the United States on Nov. 8, 2016....

Tamarack is one of the ski resorts students like to frequently visit during the winter months for family-friendly slopes and relaxation. The snow after a huge storm piles high as people enjoy the fresh winter air.

Tamarack Ski Resort offers options for family fun and challenging trails

Kate Vorobieff, Photographer Dec 13, 2024

All skiers have different preferences in their ski resorts, depending on experience, type of terrain and the après skiing culture of the mountain itself. Resorts throughout the West Coast can be similar...

Summer is full of sunshine, water and fun adventures away from school. The season of long days and warm breezes is a favorite of students across the board.

No matter if it’s bright and sunny or a snowy wonderland, there are plenty of fun activities to enjoy

Zachary Ellison, Reporter Dec 13, 2024

While there are many activities for students to do during summer and winter, there is a lot of debate on which activities are best, resulting in debates on which season is the best.  In the summer,...

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