The Punk Subculture Emerges at West Ranch
Quynn Lubs, Staff Writer
April 22, 2019
Filed under Editorials, Fashion, Features, Music, Student Life
A Brief History The alternative scene: A label given to people who look a certain way and like certain things, and, therefore, the rest of the world gives them dirty looks, shielding the eyes of children and walking the other way. A scary thought, isn’t it? Today, t...
Bullet Journaling
Emily Chang, Staff Writer
April 7, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment
Bullet journaling is a system best described by its inventor Ryder Carroll as “a mindfulness practice designed as a productivity system.” The process was started by Carroll who suffered from learning disabilities and needed to find alternate ways to be productive and focused. Thus, the bullet journ...
“Star Wars” Stans are Ruining the Franchise They Love
Jay Singh, Staff Writer
March 25, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies/TV
What is a stan? The dictionary defines a stan as an overzealous or obsessive fan of a particular topic. With the magnitude of a franchise like "Star Wars," stans are bound to be created. The massive movie series has a gross total, while adjusting for inflation, of $8,926,772,232, second of all-time ...
I Went to the Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists Premiere — Here’s My Experience
Erin Eskoff, Staff Writer
March 25, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies/TV
On March 16, “Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists” held a one-day-only immersive experience dedicated to the series premiere. With a limited number of spots occupied within hours, it’s safe to say “PLL” fans were very excited. With different mock sets in the Hollywood Athletic Club, the...
Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists Delivers a Perfect Premiere
Erin Eskoff, Staff Writer
March 25, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies/TV
New lies, new liars and new secrets. Many people have been waiting for “Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists” to revive the original, and it finally premiered on March 20. The new series didn’t disappoint to fill the shoes of the prototypical and beloved show that unfortunately ended in 201...
The Marvelous Captain Marvel
Allison Alben, Design Editor
March 21, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies/TV
With “Avengers: Endgame” right around the corner, Marvel fans have been waiting in anticipation for any sign that our favorite heroes may be able to beat the odds, stop Thanos, and most importantly, survive — picking apart each trailer, every poster, leaving no Infinity Stone unturned. At the ...
Netflix’s ‘BirdBox’: What is it Really About?
Chika Winston, Staff Writer
March 20, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies/TV
On Dec. 13, Netflix released an original thriller movie, “Birdbox,” which caught the interest of many people who liked the concept of a movie set in an apocalyptic world. Sandra Bullock played the heroine of the movie, Mallory, who struggled to stay alive in a world where people could not see or e...
My Most Anticipated 2019 Movies (Part One)
Mina Jang, Editor in Chief
March 20, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment
Movies, movies, movies: They can excite your soul, send shivers down your spine, make your jaw ache from laughter; and several of this year’s upcoming films are no different. From a beautifully-intricate ode to Bruce Springsteen, the hectic 1980s and immigrant family traditions to a blarin’, bopp...
Anything Goes
March 11, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Top Stories
7 p.m., West Ranch Theatre -- Stage lights dimmed, the chattering audience hushed, and the sweet, slow voice of a lone saxophone rang out before quickly being joined by the rest of the brass section. Amidst the mellow, sauntering soundscape of coffee shop jazz, the curtains rose and the spotlight...
Study Tips to Survive Second Semester
Emily Chang, Staff Writer
March 11, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment
As almost any high schooler can confirm, high school is hard. With AP World infringing on our sleep schedules and coffee pumping through our veins, it sometimes feels like there isn’t any time to breathe. In addition to regular school work, there are things like extracurriculars, time with family, and sleep tha...
The Bachelor Season 23 Predictions
Ashley Park, Staff Writer
February 12, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies/TV
“The Bachelor,” one of America’s most beloved shows, kicked off with a new season on January 7, 2019. Colton Underwood is the new lucky bachelor with 30 women from all over the nation fighting for a intimate relationship with him. In the first episode, although Colton tried his best to react to meet...
Kevin Gillespie: Alto Sax
Mary Waugh, A&E Editor
February 11, 2019
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
Sophomore Kevin Gillespie is one of few people at West Ranch High School who professionally plays a multitude of instruments. One of the various instruments in his skill set is the alto saxophone. Unlike the standard saxophone, the alto sax is smaller but is still commonly seen in symphonies and jazz. ...
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