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Holiday drinks critiqued

Holiday drinks critiqued

McKenna Zacher, Sports // Published December 15, 2017

With every holiday season, Starbucks gathers a plethora of criticism or praise for their annual holiday cup designs. But in addition to a new cup design, they also introduce plenty of new holiday-themed...

What is your favorite holiday tradition?

AaLeiyah Bell, Viking Student Media // Published December 13, 2017

Republicans Pass New Tax Bill

Andrew Flury, Staff // Published December 9, 2017

The new Republican tax bill, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, passed the House of Representatives with a 227-207 vote Nov. 9. It passed through the Senate Dec. 2. The reform means different things for different...

Beth Watts, PHS Librarian Q & A

Beth Watts, PHS Librarian Q & A

Gracie Lucas and Emily Van Bergeyk // Published November 30, 2017

Q:  Why did you become a librarian?        A: “I was an English teacher for 20 years up at Edgemont Junior high and then part time librarian.”   Q:...

All-Girls Robotics Team Takes On World Championship Competition

Megan Joyce Jamora, Freelancer // Published November 30, 2017

In a world of innovation, technology and science, men seem to be at the forefront of it all. An all-female robotics team from Bellevue defied expectations when they won third place in the FIRST (For Inspiration...

How to use up Thanksgiving leftovers

Emily Van Bergeyk, Managing // Published November 29, 2017

Ah, Thanksgiving. A holiday centered around the company of one's closest family and friends, around a spirit of gratefulness and--of course--a delicious meal. A feast the size of a typical American Thanksgiving...

A colorful example of artistic creativity.

Understanding the Importance of Creativity

Kate Lychik, Staff // Published November 29, 2017

“Think outside the box.” A common saying. Perhaps common enough to have lost some meaning by now. How often do we really “think outside the box,” extend beyond the barriers barring away...

A small snapshot of a cool costume option and part of a map available in game.

Review on Mario Odyssey

Kate Lychik, Staff // Published November 29, 2017

Mario Odyssey, a grand slam for the Nintendo franchise, made its debut Oct. 27 and it has exploded in popularity since then. Odyssey is similar to other games in the series, yet an entirely new experience....

Music Man Marches Into PHS

McKenna Zacher and Nobi Johnson // Published November 16, 2017

The lights begin to dim. The conductor raises his baton, motioning for the start of the brassy overture, overlaid with the murmurs of an excited audience. Soon, a handful of actors make their way...

Oh the Places You Can Go - Pike Place Market

Oh the Places You Can Go – Pike Place Market

Megan Lynn, News Editor // Published November 14, 2017

One of the most well-known places in the Puget Sound area is Pike Place Market. From the fish throwing to the scenic views of the Sound, Pikes Place has a lot to offer. Pike is a daily farmers market...

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