Explore the dark past and the bright future of mental health care
by Grace Brooks, Reporter
May 18, 2017
Filed under Features, Showcase
Forest Haven Mental Asylum opened in 1925 and closed 66 years later in 1999. The now abandoned institution is roamed by thrill-seeking, urban adventurers. Roaming and adventuring throughout the empty asylum gets the adrenaline pumping and excitement rolling, creeping through the halls, classrooms...
Fidget spinners whirl out of class control
by Devin Barge, Editor
May 11, 2017
Filed under Features, Showcase
Fidget spinners are handheld toys, that can spin minutes on end with a single spin. This new fad has become a worldwide phenomenon as kids and adults continue to buy this toy, increasing its market value and giving teachers big headaches. The science behind the fidget spinners is quite simple really...
The Town of New Market comes alive with monthly events
by Sydney Rossman, Managing Editor
May 4, 2017
Filed under Features, Showcase, Spring 2017
After two years of constant road construction, the town of New Market is finally back to normal, except there are now wider sidewalks and light fixtures. During the spring, summer and fall Shane Rossman and the town council are putting the spotlight on New Market with monthly events. On April 29...
Famous last words: Don’t make the last words you text be your last words on earth
by Lourdes Jack, Reporter
April 27, 2017
Filed under Features, Spring 2017
One choice could take a life. Choosing to drive distracted is choosing to put lives at risk. In 2015 alone distracted driving killed 3,477 people and injured 391,000. “If you have a phone, my best advice to you is before you start driving, lock it in the trunk. Whatever it is, it can wait,” sa...
Nutrition & Portion Sizes: Overeating is as easy as (2 slices of) pie
by Rose Fiore, Editor
April 25, 2017
Filed under Features, Showcase, Spring 2017
With fast food readily available, many young people don't feel the need to making their own meals. The meals they choose at fast food restaurants are often too big and most don't have the right nutrients. For example, let's say you're thirsty and looking for something cool to drink. If you stop at...
Pat Carson: A familiar face with a unfamiliar backstory
by Matthew Gelhard, Reporter
April 24, 2017
Filed under Features, Showcase, Spring 2017
Pat Carson is in the halls so often that most students probably think she is a staff member. Carson substitutes almost every day for many classes at LHS. She might be a familiar face around Linganore, but how many can boast a family connection? I can. Pat Carson grew up in Chicago, with her mother an...
Get Ready. Get Set. Go!: Join the Cindy Alvarado On the Road Again 5K
by Sydney Rossman, Managing Editor
April 13, 2017
Filed under Features, Showcase, Spring 2017
On April 29th, 2017 New Market Elementary School will be hosting their annual Cindy Alvarado On the Road Again 5K. The funds from the event will benefit New Market Elementary School students and local charities. The proceeds from past runs have purchased a running track that is available for t...
Lyme Disease: small tick, big consequences
by Alex Ismael, Reporter
April 12, 2017
Filed under Features
A few weeks ago, my mom went to get a routine blood test. When the results came back, it was a positive for Lyme Disease. We were all confused. I would not characterize my mom as an outdoor lover, she is not one who willingly goes into woods or grassy areas. My family has no idea how she contracte...
Attendance matters: Twiford and Hardister track students coming and going
by Lily Weaver, Editor
April 12, 2017
Filed under Features, Showcase
Every year, students and staff hear a lot about academic goals and progress, but did you know that attendance goals and progress are equally important to FCPS? Every week, Principal Nancy Doll publishes LHS progress toward the annual attendance goal. The annual target is 96% present, the current progr...
Stress Awareness Month: How do we cope with our feelings?
by Katie Lehman, Editor
April 12, 2017
Filed under Features, Spring 2017
Psychiatric patients in the ‘50’s had the same level of stress and anxiety as high school students do today, according to the American Psychological Association. Shocking, right? Well, not for students. If anything, it makes sense to them. Since 1992, April is ‘Stress Awareness Month’, and for...
