The Punk Subculture Emerges at West Ranch
Quynn Lubs, Staff Writer
April 22, 2019
Filed under Fashion, Features, 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...
Food Review: Black Bear Diner
Ashley Park, Staff Writer
April 8, 2019
Filed under Around Town, Features
The Black Bear Diner, a diner chain that opened in 1989, recently opened a location in Valencia in May of 2018, and it has had much success in the past nine months. Black Bear Diner is a restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their price for a meal ranges from $11 to $25. The inside of the ...
What is Global Warming?
Jessica Son, News Writer
March 25, 2019
Filed under Around Town, Features
Some of the most disheartening views on Earth are oceans filled with trash and pollution, pictures of animals found dead or injured because of habitat loss, and people littering without a care for the environment. There is no doubt that our Earth is in a very different situation than it was 100 or ev...
Sip On a Cup of Joe at Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders
Alyssa Truong, Staff Writer
March 25, 2019
Filed under Around Town, Features
Because of its convenience and many locations, Starbucks is almost everyone’s go-to coffee shop and study place. Starbucks is great for when people need a caffeine fix fast, but if they have the time to sit down and enjoy good coffee, Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders here in Santa Clarita is the place to g...
Interview with Former West Ranch Student and Rapper Gio Pilla
Noah Neri, Staff Writer
March 19, 2019
Filed under Features
Rapper and former West Ranch sophomore Gio Pilla, 15, released his second album, “SEE NO EVIL (Vol 1.),” on Tuesday, March 5. In this interview, Pilla discusses his album, musical influences, and future plans. He also explains why he dropped out of West Ranch in order to homeschool and pursue his mu...
18 under 18: West Ranch Students Edition
Quynn Lubs, Chika Winston, Iman Baber, Emily Chang, Katie Luo, Sophia Kriegel, Siena Zarrell, Alexa Empleo, and Noah Neri
March 16, 2019
Filed under Features, Top Stories
West Ranch’s 18 under 18. Featuring 18 changemakers at West Ranch who display exceptional talent in a variety of fields. Scroll down below to read the full features.
Jordyn McBride Makes Her Mark at the Orange Bowl
Brooke Johnston, Staff Writer
March 4, 2019
Filed under Features, Student Life
0.0000005 percent. That’s a pretty small number. It’s 41 divided by 7.53 billion, and it’s also the percentage of people in the world that were able to participate in the Orange Bowl, a prestigious international tennis tournament. Junior Jordyn McBride, the West Ranch girls tennis team’s numb...
Book Review: The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto
Jessica Son, Staff Writer
February 28, 2019
Filed under Features
WARNING: Contains spoilers “The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto” is a beautifully written book by Mitch Albom which follows the life of a musician named Frankie Presto. Born in a burning church, Presto spends much of his childhood under the care of a blind music teacher and his father fig...
Big or Small Colleges: Which Is Best for You?
Erin Eskoff, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Filed under Features, Student Life
Most students in high school, especially during college application deadlines, feel the pressure of “needing” to get accepted to or play a sport for an ivy league or a prestigious UC school. However, most students don’t really know what type of school is most suitable for them. I recently too...
Afters Ice Cream
Alyssa Truong, Staff Writer
February 19, 2019
Filed under Features
Almost everyone has scrolled through their Instagram explore page, drooling over delicious and crazy foods. Here in Santa Clarita, people often think there is nothing good to eat nearby. But a 30 minute drive to Canoga Park comes with a tasty reward: Afters Ice Cream. Afters Ice Cream is located in The Village o...
2018’s Vintage Fashion Trends
Chika Winston, Staff Writer
December 17, 2018
Vintage fashion trends had its fair share of trends this year. And whether they were classic Levis or ruffles, this year has been a non-stop trend of vintage fashion. Many people thought certain styles would be gone as soon as they came, but as always with fashion, someone has to bring it back...
Best Holiday Drinks From Your Local Coffee Shops
Erin Eskoff, A&E Writer
December 17, 2018
Filed under Around Town, Features
It’s no doubt that it gets super cold in the holidays, and there is no better way to warm yourself up than having a hot, festive drink from your local coffee shop. Whether you are a coffee or a tea person, these winter drinks will keep you awake during finals and will get you in the holiday spirit. ...
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