Bohemian Rhapsody Portrays Freddie Mercury’s Sexuality

Adriana Agic, Staff Writer

November 28, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Reviews

(WARNING: Spoilers ahead) Bohemian Rhapsody is November’s dazzling movie. The movie explores topics such as: how Queen came to be, meanings behind famous Queen songs (Killer Queen, Love of My Life, Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites The Dust, etc.), Freddie Mercury’s nationality and his...

12 YouTube videos that will make your day better

Miranda Sandoval, staff writer

November 27, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Student Life, The Advice Page, Top Stories, Trends

1.) "Chef Donald" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoqXzmEYcyU 2.) "A Pep Talk from Kid President" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-gQLqv9f4o 3.) "Hakuna Matata" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xB5ceAruYrI 4.) "The Bare Necessities" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZ6OSf1jKiI 5.) "Better When I'm Dancing" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkCyfBibIbI 7.) "Keep Your Head Up" ...

Diwali: The Festival of Lights

Vanessa Melendez, staff writer

November 14, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Features, SLHS Updates, Student Life, Top Stories, Trends

The International Club’s goal is to introduce students cultures from around the world. The different festivities, clothings, foods, and holidays that each country has to offer. Their first meeting was a success. They introduced us the wonders of Diwali, celebrated in India. A holiday that is enjoyed...

Winners of the 2018 Fall Photo Contest

November 7, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, SLHS Updates, Student Life, The Advice Page, Top Stories, Uncategorized

Here are the winners of the 2018 Fall Photo Contest! 1st Place Winner: Pramod Mamillapalli (Senior) Prize: $25 Visa Gift Card and fancy dinner with online editor Miranda Sandoval 2nd Place Winner: Emily Idelson (Senior) Prize: $15 Visa Gift Card 3rd Place Winner: A.J. Jammula  (Senior) Prize: $10 Visa Gift ...

Student Spotlight: Austin Shea

Megan Gillespie, staff writer

November 5, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Features, Student Life, Top Stories

Senior Austin Shea, a.k.a. the “Describer,” has become quite popular on SoundCloud. His hit “You Left While I Was Sleeping” has over 82,000 listens. His most recent song “Falling” - which features junior Camille Denny - has around 2,500 listens. “I’ve always enjoyed listening to...

‘Bad Times at the El Royale’ is actually good – here’s why

Adriana Agic, staff writer

November 1, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Features, Opinion, Reviews, Student Life, Top Stories

‘Bad Times at the El Royale’ is actually good - here’s why ‘Bad Times at the El Royale’ may seem eerie, odd, or even a bit disturbing because of its trailers or even some reviews that it’s received. However, it’s actually a very interesting movie, and here’s why. The El Royale is...

3 things to do this weekend besides Homecoming (10/27-10/28)

Miranda Sandoval, online editor

October 27, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Student Life, The Advice Page, Top Stories, Uncategorized

1.) Do the Monster Mash at the 80's Halloween Dance Party at the Black Ca in Washington, D.C.! Rock singers like Roky Erickson, White Mystery, and bat Fangs will be performing. Show off your wickedly wonderful dance moves in the Beetlejuice room with DJs Steve EP and MissGuided, in the REDRUM (Red Room),...

3 things to do this weekend (10/20 – 10/21)

Miranda Sandoval, staff writer

October 19, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Student Life, The Advice Page, Top Stories

1.) Have a smashing time at Sinkland Farms Pumpkin Festival in Christiansburg, Virginia! Go on a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch and pick out a "great pumpkin" of your own (trust me, there's some huge ones), or opt for one of Ed's Carved and Painted Pumpkins. Make your way through their corn maze with...

3 things to do this weekend (10/13 – 10/14)

Miranda Sandoval, staff writer

October 12, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Student Life, The Advice Page, Top Stories

1.) Take advantage of Culpeper Downtown Restaurant Week in Culpeper, Virginia! Once again, enjoy a prix fixe menu featuring the best food in Culpeper. Participating restaurants include Natraj Indian Cuisine, Piedmont Virginia Steakhouse, Uncle Elder's Family Restaurant BBQ, Grass Rootes Kitchen, The...

4 things to do this weekend (10/6 – 10/7)

Miranda Sandoval, staff writer

October 5, 2018

Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Student Life, The Advice Page, Top Stories, Trends

1.) Go nuts at the Suffolk Peanut Festival in Suffolk, Virginia! Enter the Peanut Butter Sculpting Contest and receive complimentary admission to the Festival. Follow along the Peanut Fest Parade as it progresses down Washington Street, North Main Street, and Finney Avenue. Enjoy lively music from local...