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From left to right: Toothless circles Hiccup, ready to attack, in the live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon (Universal/Dreamworks); Superman (David Cornswet) lies defeated in the Antarctic snow at the start of James Gunn's Superman (Warner Bros./DC Studios); a child runs down the street of Maybrook, PA, in the surprise summer horror hit Weapons (Warner Bros./New Line Cinema); Tony Todd performs in his final role as William J. Bloodworth in Final Destination: Bloodlines (Warner Bros./New Line Cinema); extraterrestrial Experiment 626 acts like a dog to get adopted in Disney's live-action remake of Lilo and Stitch (Disney).
The Top Ten Films of Summer 2025
The contestants of Love Island USA Season 7 gather for the August 25 reunion episode. Season 7 brought more views, more fans, and more drama to what has become the most popular unscripted streaming series of all time. (Peacock)
Love, Lies, and Villa Goodbyes: The Love Island Phenomenon
Over the summer, Texas went through one of the worst floods in history, with damage, and at least 67 deaths. These floods happened in Texas Hill County, and wiped out many communities. (Creative Commons)
Devastating Floods Wipe out Texas Communities
A B-2 Spirit bomber taxis on a flight line as the sun rises in October 2014. A similar site could be witnessed at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar on June 22, 2025 after seven bombers (along with over 100 additional supporting aircraft) returned from Operation Midnight Hammer, which bombed three underground nuclear sites in Iran. The strike intended to destroy Iran's nuclear development program and came after a week of armed conflict between Israel and Iran. (Airman 1st Class Joel Pfiester/US Air Force)
US Bombs Iranian Underground Nuclear Facilities
From left to right: Protestors peacefully marched in Downtown Los Angeles for the 'No Kings' protest (Larissa Puro/Flickr, CC-BY-NC); devastation in central Texas from flash flooding in July (WCK/Flickr, CC-BY); Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot as captured by the Gillette Stadium jumbotron at Coldplay's June 16 concert (Know Your Meme); Ozzy Osbourne performs in Rio de Janeiro, 2011 (Daniel Zappe/Flickr, CC-BY); President Donald Trump meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, to discuss a potential end to Russia's invasion of Ukraine (Huete, CC-BY).
The Top Stories of Summer 2025
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolored Dreamcoat’s performances of Pharaos Story, which pulls the whole show together.
A Dreamcoat to Remember
Junior Joseph Summers has been named one of the new State Thespian Officer, which is a great accomplishment. Joey has accomplished many amazing things throughout his years of being a high schooler, and will continue to accomplish many more. Courtesy of Addy Bowers
Joey Summers is New Lead for Colorado State Thespians
The characters in Clue: On stage listening into a conversation, adding to the mystery of the show (Courtesy of Christopher Tone)
The Theatre Department Gets a Clue
Sophomores Odin Wridt and Orion Freeman and junior Erik Esqueda-LeRoi jam in front of the gym doors in the commons during second lunch on December 10, 2024. All three are members of Frederick High's School of Rock class, which elected to perform during both lunches as a final for their class. In School of Rock, Mr. Liss teaches students how to cover and create their own rock, pop, country, and hip-hop songs.
Lunch Sacks and Amp Stacks
As the passengers believe they know who the snowman thief is, they set out to look around the train to look for them.
Unified Theatre Chases a Frosty Fiend
Senior Ava Reed has made her way through high school, playing volleyball, studying, and making memories. She will continue to play volleyball throughout college, and to pursue her passion for pediatrics. (Courtesy of Ava Reed)
AVA REED: MAKING HER MARK
Students at Frederick High School are supposed to buy a parking pass to put in their cars, which allows them to park in either of the parking lots. This does not make sense to students, and it just creates a hassle for the teenagers.
Dear Admin: Parking Passes Should be Free
Air pollution affects people all over the United States, especially young children due to the impact it can have on their growth and development. Currently, there is a vote in Congress on whether companies should be able to release certain pollutants unregulated. "Pollution" by akeg is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.
Dear Congress: Why Do You Want to Poison Us?
The end of the school year has come so soon, and while students are happy the year is ending and summer is here, it’s a bittersweet feeling. The school year went by very fast, especially for seniors, who will now start a new chapter of their lives. Courtesy of Chris Tone
In The Blink of an Eye, A Year to Remember
Summer break has finally come and there are many ways to spend it. Whether students decide to spend it with friends, family, or by themselves, there are so many activities to do
Top Ways to Spend Summer Break
Senior Ava Reed has made her way through high school, playing volleyball, studying, and making memories. She will continue to play volleyball throughout college, and to pursue her passion for pediatrics. (Courtesy of Ava Reed)
AVA REED: MAKING HER MARK
Heavily involved in extracurriculars, Rolando was able to connect with his fellow classmates and his community. Alongside this, he used those opportunities to further his academic career and get closer to his dream of being an aerospace engineer at NASA. Courtesy of Rolando Mijares Miranda
ROLANDO MIJARES MIRANDA: SHOOTING FOR THE STARS
Brinley has accomplished a lot in her four years. From being an academic scholar to taking center stage on multiple occasions, she never failed to make people proud. As she moves on from high school, she will be attending Southern Utah State study early childhood development. Courtesy of Brinley Weingardt
BRINLEY WEINGARDT: TAKING CENTER STAGE
Senior Camden Pacheco has finished high school finally and while he won’t miss the classes and the work, he will miss the memories and friends he made. He says high school has been a whirlwind of emotions for him.
CAMDEN PACHECO: FROM CHAOS TO COSMETOLOGY
MIA SALAS: MOVING ON TO THE NEXT STAGE
MIA SALAS: MOVING ON TO THE NEXT STAGE
Air pollution affects people all over the United States, especially young children due to the impact it can have on their growth and development. Currently, there is a vote in Congress on whether companies should be able to release certain pollutants unregulated. "Pollution" by akeg is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.
Dear Congress: Why Do You Want to Poison Us?
Luigi Mangione sitting in court, patiently awaiting to see of the court rules if guilty or not guilty.
Dear Reader: Luigi Deserves Care but Not Mercy
The sign on page for the Bluebook application, which is the app that students now must go through to take all online standardized tests. This includes the PSAT, the SAT, CMAS, as well as many College Board AP tests which are moving towards digital testing.
Dear CDE: Juniors Have Too Many Tests
Parent teacher conferences can be useful at times, but most of the time, they are pointless. These conferences take up a lot of teachers time and add stress to students lives, which is unneeded.
Dear Parents: Don’t Waste Your Time With Conferences
A mural of 14-year-old Native American woman Sage Deal towers over the corner of Tejon St. and Pikes Peak Ave. in Downtown Colorado Springs. This 77-foot mural, called "Take Back the Power," was painted by Deal's father Gregg to bring awareness to the plight of missing and murdered Indigenous women across the US. The red handprint over the mouth is a national symbol that these victims are being silenced and that those who keep their victimization quiet have blood on their hands. (Courtesy of Raven Payment)
Dear America: No More Stolen Sisters
One of the biggest musicals, Hamilton, has been moved into theaters for a little bit, allowing fans to get an even more magical experience. This opportunity is not one to miss, since this has not been in theaters before. (Disney)
Hamilton; Taken from Stage to the Big Screen
Buzz (voiced by Tim Allen) and Woody (Tom Hanks) glide through the air while "falling with style" in the climactic scene of the original Toy Story. The film is getting a theatrical re-release for its thirtieth anniversary, and while not all the graphics have aged well, the story and spectacle of this masterpiece still hold up. (Disney/Pixar)
Toy Story Hits Theaters for 30th Anniversary
The Paper, a spinoff of the classic show The Office, gives fans a good laugh. The two shows are very similar, which gives The Office fans something else to watch. (Peacock)
The Paper Issues Lots of Laughs
K-Pop Demon Hunters has taken summer by storm, becoming one of the biggest summer hits on Netflix. Not only becoming one of the top 10 movies on Netflix, the songs have also made it on the Billboard Hot 100. (Netflix)
K-pop Demon Hunters Takes the World by Storm
Toothless and Hiccup are shown here trying to get along which would be the start of their friendship. Little did they know, that their friendship would lead to something awesome to happen in the movie. (DreamWorks)
How to Train Your Dragon Put Slight Twist on Classic Movie
One of the biggest musicals, Hamilton, has been moved into theaters for a little bit, allowing fans to get an even more magical experience. This opportunity is not one to miss, since this has not been in theaters before. (Disney)
Hamilton; Taken from Stage to the Big Screen
Buzz (voiced by Tim Allen) and Woody (Tom Hanks) glide through the air while "falling with style" in the climactic scene of the original Toy Story. The film is getting a theatrical re-release for its thirtieth anniversary, and while not all the graphics have aged well, the story and spectacle of this masterpiece still hold up. (Disney/Pixar)
Toy Story Hits Theaters for 30th Anniversary
K-Pop Demon Hunters has taken summer by storm, becoming one of the biggest summer hits on Netflix. Not only becoming one of the top 10 movies on Netflix, the songs have also made it on the Billboard Hot 100. (Netflix)
K-pop Demon Hunters Takes the World by Storm
Toothless and Hiccup are shown here trying to get along which would be the start of their friendship. Little did they know, that their friendship would lead to something awesome to happen in the movie. (DreamWorks)
How to Train Your Dragon Put Slight Twist on Classic Movie
One of the many children in the movie running off into the night. Finding out where these children went is what the entire movie revolves around(Warner Bros. Pictures)
Weapons Reloads the Mystery Genre
The Paper, a spinoff of the classic show The Office, gives fans a good laugh. The two shows are very similar, which gives The Office fans something else to watch. (Peacock)
The Paper Issues Lots of Laughs
In this photo they are getting ready for a challenge of tug a war to determine which teams they are going to be on. The Battle Camp is made up 18 contestants from different shows like Too Hot to Handle, Love is blind, The Cheer, The Mole and among others. The show was premiered April 23, 2025 and consists of 10 episodes. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix’s Newest Adventure Show
The new Netflix documentary series, American Murder: Gabby Petito really shows the story of Gabby’s life and helps viewers understand what she went through. The series includes body cams from the police of Gabby and her boyfriend, who went on a roadtrip together. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix Uncovers Gabby Petito’s Truth
The newest and final season of Cobra Kai is filled with many emotions and is promised to leave the audience satisfied. The ending to the show was perfectly executed, leaving the fans satisfied and happy. (Netflix)
Cobra Kai Never Dies
Warner Bros./Max
Gunn’s Creature Feature is Great
“Over the past like year and a half, I’ve been in the studio, I have a project that is the most personal and powerful music project I’ve ever done”-Will Smith. Courtesy of Universal Music Group
Based on a True Story is a Bust
The Weeknd’s final chapter, Hurry Up Tomorrow captures his feelings of heartbreak, addiction, and loss. There are multiple features on the album as well, which help capture the emotion he is trying to show. (Republic Records)
A Nice End to The Weeknd
Ballonerism, Mac Miller's latest posthumous release, captures the turbulence he experienced in 2014 as he moved to a major label and became re-addicted to drugs. While a great album overall, Miller's experiments with different genres and sound effects may put off some listeners.
Balloonerism Soars to Uncomfortable Heights
Pop superstar Billie Eilish sits on a blue cling-wrapped oven in a blue cling-wrapped kitchen on the poster advertising her sold out Hit Me Hard and Soft world tour. The tour kicked off in Quebec City, Canada on September 29, 2024, and will end in Dublin, Ireland on July 27, 2025. (Universal Music Group)
Billie Hits Hard in Concert
Chromakopia is Tyler, the Creator's eighth studio album, which was released on October 28, 2024. The album explores Tyler, the Creator's process of getting through the hurdles of adulthood with many tracks including the voice of his mother. (Columbia Records)
Chromakopia Ushers in a New Era
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From left to right: Toothless circles Hiccup, ready to attack, in the live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon (Universal/Dreamworks); Superman (David Cornswet) lies defeated in the Antarctic snow at the start of James Gunn's Superman (Warner Bros./DC Studios); a child runs down the street of Maybrook, PA, in the surprise summer horror hit Weapons (Warner Bros./New Line Cinema); Tony Todd performs in his final role as William J. Bloodworth in Final Destination: Bloodlines (Warner Bros./New Line Cinema); extraterrestrial Experiment 626 acts like a dog to get adopted in Disney's live-action remake of Lilo and Stitch (Disney).
The Top Ten Films of Summer 2025
The contestants of Love Island USA Season 7 gather for the August 25 reunion episode. Season 7 brought more views, more fans, and more drama to what has become the most popular unscripted streaming series of all time. (Peacock)
Love, Lies, and Villa Goodbyes: The Love Island Phenomenon
Over the summer, Texas went through one of the worst floods in history, with damage, and at least 67 deaths. These floods happened in Texas Hill County, and wiped out many communities. (Creative Commons)
Devastating Floods Wipe out Texas Communities
A B-2 Spirit bomber taxis on a flight line as the sun rises in October 2014. A similar site could be witnessed at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar on June 22, 2025 after seven bombers (along with over 100 additional supporting aircraft) returned from Operation Midnight Hammer, which bombed three underground nuclear sites in Iran. The strike intended to destroy Iran's nuclear development program and came after a week of armed conflict between Israel and Iran. (Airman 1st Class Joel Pfiester/US Air Force)
US Bombs Iranian Underground Nuclear Facilities
From left to right: Protestors peacefully marched in Downtown Los Angeles for the 'No Kings' protest (Larissa Puro/Flickr, CC-BY-NC); devastation in central Texas from flash flooding in July (WCK/Flickr, CC-BY); Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot as captured by the Gillette Stadium jumbotron at Coldplay's June 16 concert (Know Your Meme); Ozzy Osbourne performs in Rio de Janeiro, 2011 (Daniel Zappe/Flickr, CC-BY); President Donald Trump meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, to discuss a potential end to Russia's invasion of Ukraine (Huete, CC-BY).
The Top Stories of Summer 2025
While the Frederick girls volleyball team didn't end up taking the win against Standley Lake, they still played and had fun. The girls will strive to win the next games they get to play.
Hard Hits, Tough Loss for Frederick Volleyball
Frederick Vs Mead came brings rivalry, and tension between the schools. Even though the Golden Eagles did not win, we still won in school spirit.
Frederick Falls to Rival Mead, but Spirit Remains Strong
Junior Gavin Coburn dribbles around an opponent during one of the team's games on their home field. The main field at Frederick, used for football, boys and girls soccer, and track is made of turf. Turf is an artificial grass composed of "soft plastic blades of “grass” that come in large sections with a plastic backing made for drainage and the infill, a mixture of rubber pellets and sand that can be made from cork, coconut or plastic” according to AP News.
Grass May Be Greener When It Comes to Sports Fields
The 2025 seniors, who make up a majority of the Frederick varsity baseball team pose for a photo after their senior night celebrations. This year, the team had eleven seniors, three of whom are committed to play baseball after high school.
Rough Start, but a Good Ending
The senior Powder Puff team poses for a photo after their massive victory over the juniors. (Back to Front; Left to Right) Tavan Haggerty, Brayden Stark, Wesley Walker, Rylan Zadel, Caleb Zink, Austin Shaefer, Bryson Monroy, Josiah Martinez, Burke Eisman, Seamus Bamrick, Gavin Ishmael, Kade Furrow, Payton Torres, Sophia Dauzat, Brinley Weingardt, Zoe Wittler, Ally Rosati, Ava Berrend, Kaya Fountain, Evie Mayfield, Ava Jorgensen, Emma Prestwitch, Aubrey Storm, Kaliya Vanrosendale, Rylee Gallegos, Aloysia Vanrosendale
Seniors Stomp, Juniors Whomp at Powderpuff Game
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolored Dreamcoat’s performances of Pharaos Story, which pulls the whole show together.
A Dreamcoat to Remember
Junior Joseph Summers has been named one of the new State Thespian Officer, which is a great accomplishment. Joey has accomplished many amazing things throughout his years of being a high schooler, and will continue to accomplish many more. Courtesy of Addy Bowers
Joey Summers is New Lead for Colorado State Thespians
The characters in Clue: On stage listening into a conversation, adding to the mystery of the show (Courtesy of Christopher Tone)
The Theatre Department Gets a Clue
Sophomores Odin Wridt and Orion Freeman and junior Erik Esqueda-LeRoi jam in front of the gym doors in the commons during second lunch on December 10, 2024. All three are members of Frederick High's School of Rock class, which elected to perform during both lunches as a final for their class. In School of Rock, Mr. Liss teaches students how to cover and create their own rock, pop, country, and hip-hop songs.
Lunch Sacks and Amp Stacks
As the passengers believe they know who the snowman thief is, they set out to look around the train to look for them.
Unified Theatre Chases a Frosty Fiend
Senior Ava Reed has made her way through high school, playing volleyball, studying, and making memories. She will continue to play volleyball throughout college, and to pursue her passion for pediatrics. (Courtesy of Ava Reed)
AVA REED: MAKING HER MARK
Students at Frederick High School are supposed to buy a parking pass to put in their cars, which allows them to park in either of the parking lots. This does not make sense to students, and it just creates a hassle for the teenagers.
Dear Admin: Parking Passes Should be Free
Air pollution affects people all over the United States, especially young children due to the impact it can have on their growth and development. Currently, there is a vote in Congress on whether companies should be able to release certain pollutants unregulated. "Pollution" by akeg is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.
Dear Congress: Why Do You Want to Poison Us?
The end of the school year has come so soon, and while students are happy the year is ending and summer is here, it’s a bittersweet feeling. The school year went by very fast, especially for seniors, who will now start a new chapter of their lives. Courtesy of Chris Tone
In The Blink of an Eye, A Year to Remember
Summer break has finally come and there are many ways to spend it. Whether students decide to spend it with friends, family, or by themselves, there are so many activities to do
Top Ways to Spend Summer Break
Air pollution affects people all over the United States, especially young children due to the impact it can have on their growth and development. Currently, there is a vote in Congress on whether companies should be able to release certain pollutants unregulated. "Pollution" by akeg is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.
Dear Congress: Why Do You Want to Poison Us?
Luigi Mangione sitting in court, patiently awaiting to see of the court rules if guilty or not guilty.
Dear Reader: Luigi Deserves Care but Not Mercy
The sign on page for the Bluebook application, which is the app that students now must go through to take all online standardized tests. This includes the PSAT, the SAT, CMAS, as well as many College Board AP tests which are moving towards digital testing.
Dear CDE: Juniors Have Too Many Tests
Parent teacher conferences can be useful at times, but most of the time, they are pointless. These conferences take up a lot of teachers time and add stress to students lives, which is unneeded.
Dear Parents: Don’t Waste Your Time With Conferences
A mural of 14-year-old Native American woman Sage Deal towers over the corner of Tejon St. and Pikes Peak Ave. in Downtown Colorado Springs. This 77-foot mural, called "Take Back the Power," was painted by Deal's father Gregg to bring awareness to the plight of missing and murdered Indigenous women across the US. The red handprint over the mouth is a national symbol that these victims are being silenced and that those who keep their victimization quiet have blood on their hands. (Courtesy of Raven Payment)
Dear America: No More Stolen Sisters
Senior Ava Reed has made her way through high school, playing volleyball, studying, and making memories. She will continue to play volleyball throughout college, and to pursue her passion for pediatrics. (Courtesy of Ava Reed)
AVA REED: MAKING HER MARK
Heavily involved in extracurriculars, Rolando was able to connect with his fellow classmates and his community. Alongside this, he used those opportunities to further his academic career and get closer to his dream of being an aerospace engineer at NASA. Courtesy of Rolando Mijares Miranda
ROLANDO MIJARES MIRANDA: SHOOTING FOR THE STARS
Brinley has accomplished a lot in her four years. From being an academic scholar to taking center stage on multiple occasions, she never failed to make people proud. As she moves on from high school, she will be attending Southern Utah State study early childhood development. Courtesy of Brinley Weingardt
BRINLEY WEINGARDT: TAKING CENTER STAGE
Senior Camden Pacheco has finished high school finally and while he won’t miss the classes and the work, he will miss the memories and friends he made. He says high school has been a whirlwind of emotions for him.
CAMDEN PACHECO: FROM CHAOS TO COSMETOLOGY
MIA SALAS: MOVING ON TO THE NEXT STAGE
MIA SALAS: MOVING ON TO THE NEXT STAGE
One of the biggest musicals, Hamilton, has been moved into theaters for a little bit, allowing fans to get an even more magical experience. This opportunity is not one to miss, since this has not been in theaters before. (Disney)
Hamilton; Taken from Stage to the Big Screen
Buzz (voiced by Tim Allen) and Woody (Tom Hanks) glide through the air while "falling with style" in the climactic scene of the original Toy Story. The film is getting a theatrical re-release for its thirtieth anniversary, and while not all the graphics have aged well, the story and spectacle of this masterpiece still hold up. (Disney/Pixar)
Toy Story Hits Theaters for 30th Anniversary
The Paper, a spinoff of the classic show The Office, gives fans a good laugh. The two shows are very similar, which gives The Office fans something else to watch. (Peacock)
The Paper Issues Lots of Laughs
K-Pop Demon Hunters has taken summer by storm, becoming one of the biggest summer hits on Netflix. Not only becoming one of the top 10 movies on Netflix, the songs have also made it on the Billboard Hot 100. (Netflix)
K-pop Demon Hunters Takes the World by Storm
Toothless and Hiccup are shown here trying to get along which would be the start of their friendship. Little did they know, that their friendship would lead to something awesome to happen in the movie. (DreamWorks)
How to Train Your Dragon Put Slight Twist on Classic Movie
One of the biggest musicals, Hamilton, has been moved into theaters for a little bit, allowing fans to get an even more magical experience. This opportunity is not one to miss, since this has not been in theaters before. (Disney)
Hamilton; Taken from Stage to the Big Screen
Buzz (voiced by Tim Allen) and Woody (Tom Hanks) glide through the air while "falling with style" in the climactic scene of the original Toy Story. The film is getting a theatrical re-release for its thirtieth anniversary, and while not all the graphics have aged well, the story and spectacle of this masterpiece still hold up. (Disney/Pixar)
Toy Story Hits Theaters for 30th Anniversary
K-Pop Demon Hunters has taken summer by storm, becoming one of the biggest summer hits on Netflix. Not only becoming one of the top 10 movies on Netflix, the songs have also made it on the Billboard Hot 100. (Netflix)
K-pop Demon Hunters Takes the World by Storm
Toothless and Hiccup are shown here trying to get along which would be the start of their friendship. Little did they know, that their friendship would lead to something awesome to happen in the movie. (DreamWorks)
How to Train Your Dragon Put Slight Twist on Classic Movie
One of the many children in the movie running off into the night. Finding out where these children went is what the entire movie revolves around(Warner Bros. Pictures)
Weapons Reloads the Mystery Genre
The Paper, a spinoff of the classic show The Office, gives fans a good laugh. The two shows are very similar, which gives The Office fans something else to watch. (Peacock)
The Paper Issues Lots of Laughs
In this photo they are getting ready for a challenge of tug a war to determine which teams they are going to be on. The Battle Camp is made up 18 contestants from different shows like Too Hot to Handle, Love is blind, The Cheer, The Mole and among others. The show was premiered April 23, 2025 and consists of 10 episodes. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix’s Newest Adventure Show
The new Netflix documentary series, American Murder: Gabby Petito really shows the story of Gabby’s life and helps viewers understand what she went through. The series includes body cams from the police of Gabby and her boyfriend, who went on a roadtrip together. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix Uncovers Gabby Petito’s Truth
The newest and final season of Cobra Kai is filled with many emotions and is promised to leave the audience satisfied. The ending to the show was perfectly executed, leaving the fans satisfied and happy. (Netflix)
Cobra Kai Never Dies
Warner Bros./Max
Gunn’s Creature Feature is Great
“Over the past like year and a half, I’ve been in the studio, I have a project that is the most personal and powerful music project I’ve ever done”-Will Smith. Courtesy of Universal Music Group
Based on a True Story is a Bust
The Weeknd’s final chapter, Hurry Up Tomorrow captures his feelings of heartbreak, addiction, and loss. There are multiple features on the album as well, which help capture the emotion he is trying to show. (Republic Records)
A Nice End to The Weeknd
Ballonerism, Mac Miller's latest posthumous release, captures the turbulence he experienced in 2014 as he moved to a major label and became re-addicted to drugs. While a great album overall, Miller's experiments with different genres and sound effects may put off some listeners.
Balloonerism Soars to Uncomfortable Heights
Pop superstar Billie Eilish sits on a blue cling-wrapped oven in a blue cling-wrapped kitchen on the poster advertising her sold out Hit Me Hard and Soft world tour. The tour kicked off in Quebec City, Canada on September 29, 2024, and will end in Dublin, Ireland on July 27, 2025. (Universal Music Group)
Billie Hits Hard in Concert
Chromakopia is Tyler, the Creator's eighth studio album, which was released on October 28, 2024. The album explores Tyler, the Creator's process of getting through the hurdles of adulthood with many tracks including the voice of his mother. (Columbia Records)
Chromakopia Ushers in a New Era
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Kaya Paluda, Editor in Chief

Kaya is a senior who has been on the Lantern staff for all four years of high school and is an active member of Quill and Scroll. Kaya is also in the FHS Biomedical Foundations program and, when not writing for the newspaper, plays on the Frederick’s girls soccer team. When she has free time, Kaya enjoys hanging out with her family and friends, spending time outdoors, and watching movies and TV shows. After graduation, Kaya plans to go to a four-year college to study sports medicine.

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A voting sign outside of the Southwest Weld Motor Vehicle Office in Del Camino. This location has a permanent ballot drop box, in-person early voting starting 15 days before the election, and in-person voter registration any time.

The Lantern’s Student Voting Guide, 2024

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Zendaya brings the heat in new film ‘Challengers’

Match Made in Heaven

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Kaya Paluda smiles at the camera during her senior photos in the wonderful outdoors. Kaya’s warm smile welcomes all who encounter her. The kind hearted student-athlete is setting a new standard of excellence in every aspect of life.

KAYA PALUDA: Balancing Body and Mind

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Colorado joined 14 other states in holding its Democratic and Republicans Presidential Primary Elections on March 5, 2024. These primaries went well for both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. Biden won the Democratic contest with 83% of the vote while Trump won 63% of the Republican vote. Though both candidates are clearly popular in their respective parties, they are also facing similar challenges from a critical electorate.

Biden, Trump Sweep Colorado Primaries

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Jocie makes sure she is working hard on and off the field to see the results that she is very deserving of.

JOCIE SIMMONS: Captain Knows Best

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A huge and lasting problem about foster care has cam to surface finally. Colorado had hope to help out foster kids.

Colorado Legislators Push Foster Child Freedoms

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Sodium Nitrate subsides aren’t talked enough about. The influence through social media apps is harmful and there isn’t enough to stop the subsides.

Colorado Says No to NaNO3

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Hotel Full of Hope

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Anyone But You had a lot of anticipation for the film, especially with the lead actors being Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell. This film did everything but disappoint. (Sony Pictures)

Back to The Basics

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Mareta is always in good spirit both in school and during the sporting events when shes running the rowdy crowd. Weather or not we win or lose she always is in positive spirits.

MARETA SAGAPOLUTELE: Born a Leader

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When students start Kipling classes ad constantly being late to classes they often have a hard time academically. Making sure students aren’t ditching is important.

Effects of Ditching in High School Students

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The final five couples in the season 32 finale. Each couple had everything finding on their final two performances. No one disappointed but Xochitl and Val out performed the rest.

Dancing with The Stars Finale was a Hit

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Frederick Softball Makes Final Four

Frederick Softball Makes Final Four

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The newest Nun II film brought so much to the table reeling back in horror fans and those who lobe the Conjuring Universe films.

Nun II Saves the Conjuring Universe

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Student Voter Guide 2023

Student Voter Guide 2023

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Makayla Miller has always had a drive for success. Throughout her years here at FHS she has always made sure to stay focused and keep her eyes on the prize.

MAKAYLA MILLER: An Incredible Drive

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Welcome to the eSAT

Welcome to the eSAT

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AI can be used for so many different factors. Now they’re introducing them to put them to use in the classrooms. We have seen an increase in that especially this year at FHS

AI@FHS: A New Leap Forward

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The FHS Green Club is all about having fun and keeping our planet safe!

GREEN CLUB: Improving Frederick’s Climate

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Utopia took everyone’s breath with how cutting edge and abstract it is. After waiting for a few years the anticipation of the album was through the roof and in fashion of course Travis Scott delivered something like no other.

Welcome to “Utopia”

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Lunch @FHS

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Bridgerton spinoff has gotten so much love from the fans. Getting to see how it all began truly gives different perspective of the present Bridgeton series and what is to come next.

Royalty is Dark and Loving

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So Long Seniors

So Long Seniors

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Senior Alexis Woodruff is this years graduating class PTECH salutatorian. But thats not all that she has to offer.

ALEXIS WOODRUFF: Eyes on the Prize

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The new webcomic Lackadaisy has been a big hit ever since catching momentum from the action packed pilot on YouTube.

Viral Cartoon Hits YouTube

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The field trip to UNC was a huge hit for the kids in the theater department. They all got to enjoy multiple activities thought their day.

Acting Like College Students

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The new M3GAN movie has had its mixed reviews. Its either you love it or hate it.

Sigh Robot

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Blackjack Pizza Scandal

Blackjack Pizza Scandal

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The new film Teen Wolf:The Movie brings back iconic charecters and never failed to bring back the love for the much loved tv series Teen Wolf

Claws Are Out For the New Teen Wolf: The Movie

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Choosing to graduate early wasn’t the easiest decision but looking forward to what he has coming in the future made it easy.

Kicking it Across the Pond

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Season 2 of popular Netflix show Ginny & Georgia has everyone’s chins on the floor. The complex show keeps viewers wanting more.

The Beef Gets Better

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“I was born to play football, just like Beethoven was born to write music and Michelangelo was born to paint,” Pelé famously said.

Soccer Legend Pele Dies at 82

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Jillian was able to lead the way and keep everyone from the scout up to date and on time.

SCOUT EDITORS: The Last Byline

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Kick off the Year with Senior Year

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Nina Palmer has been top of her class since the very beginning but that has never held her back from making sure to work hard and stay consistent.

NINA PALMER: Hard Work Pays Off

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The girls golf team has has a strong start to the season so far and they have a bright future for the season coming. Pictured in the photo, Abby Weston, Ella Hopple, Danika Dennis, Hallie Berlinger, Lexi Bendfelt, Makayla Miller, Eden Morris, and Zoe Millard. (Left to right)

Girls Golf Has Much to Offer

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The newest album from The Red Hot Chili Peppers has fans on their toes with the anticipation and excitement they have for this much awaited album. The album also is the first time in many years the whole band has been reunited and it clearly shines through.

The Band is Back Together

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Music Man will premier on April 21st

Big Parts for Small Actors

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Bathrooms are a necessity--when you've got to go, you've got to go, right? Yet Frederick's bathrooms are being locked during class time due to issues with our restroom facilities--and the administration and students are both pointing the finger at each other.

Frederick’s Crappy Bathroom Situation

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Cecilia Knapp is a very accomplished and loves to show off her hard work and dedication. She puts her all into anything she does no matter what but loves to have a good time with friends and family.

CECELIA KNAPP: Work Hard, Play Hard

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The newest Disney+ film has brought a lot to the table and was able to bring perspective to a much wider audience than Disney and Pixar has been able to do before. Turning Red is very genuine and was able to bring out emotion and the importance of relationship values

Turning Red Is Turning Heads

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Coach Sola doing what he does best. Sola is the newest soccer coach at FHS and is excited and more than ready his first coaching season here at FHS for the girls soccer program. He’s here to create unity and create a bigger and better soccer community.

Frederick Girls Soccer Hopeful Under Sola

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State championships are more than just a game that marks the end of the season--they often mark of something incredible for the team, their school, and their community

Why Going to State Matters

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The main cast of the new HBOMax series Peacemaker: Jennifer Holland as Emilia Harcourt, Steve Agee as John Economos, John Cena as Christopher "Peacemaker" Smith, Chukwudi Iwuji as Clemson Murn, Freddie Stroma as Adrian "Vigilante" Chase, Danielle Brooks as Leota Abedayo, and Eagly the Eagle. This series by writer and director James Gunn is fun, comedic, action-packed superhero drama that isn't like anything else on streaming. The show, which just wrapped up its first season, has won both critical and fan praise, as it has the highest percentage on Rotten Tomatoes of any DCEU project and has become the most popular streaming series in HBOMax history.

Peacemaker is a Smack-Dab Perfect Series

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“ When we had four-day weeks we were on a hybrid schedule and many teacher-student communications were remote. Students were often expected to work asynchronously. Having that Friday often gave students an opportunity to have more meaningful experiences with, e.g., content and assignments…opposed to attending a class on Webex.” said Mr.Beddia

Free Our Fridays

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TWO VIEWS: Two or One, V-Day Can Be Fun

TWO VIEWS: Two or One, V-Day Can Be Fun

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Valentines Day Shouldn’t be a Day Single People Dread

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No One Will Miss Her is such a well written book that instantly traps you in. This book is hard to put down and just keeps you anticipating and waiting for whats going to happen next.

No One Will Miss Her Will Throw You For a Loop

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The new Netflix film is a hit or Miss. The film is indeed good on paper but when it hit the screen it was a while diffrent story and didn’t get the reviews that it was hoping for. Countless amazing actors and actresses but some didn’t really hit the mark.

Don’t Look Up “Don’t Look Up”

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The new Red Notice film is getting noticed as a film that could have been better. But is it really that bad? This film has all the aspects and actors that you’ll ever need.

Red Notice Got Noticed in The Wrong Way

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The newest holiday film Love Hard on Netflix is a very well done film. It gives a spinoff to the standard cheesy rom-com Christmas films.

Love Hard is an Easy to Love Holiday Film

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Two students are hugging in the hallway. At Frederick High School there is a growing problem of PDA.

PDA: Pretty Darn Awful

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Demon imps Millie, Blitzo, and Moxxie enter an old building to fulfill one of their assassin contracts in the adult animated series Helluva Boss. The animated series about demonic hitmen has exploded in popularity over the past six months, making it one of the most popular channels on YouTube. While very bloody and very shocking, Helluva Boss is also very well made, very well acted, and very entertaining overall.

Helluva Boss is Helluva Show

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The front office set up for a Thanksgiving raffle for the needy, one of the many community outreach projects Frederick High has planned for this holiday season. This year, Fredericks biggest seasonal project is the Adopt a Family project through advisory.

Frederick Advisories Give Back

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The new sequel ‘Halloween Kills’ is a classic and was for sure not disappointing. This film also brings back some of the classic actors from the original movie which gave the film that classic feeling everyone was looking for.

Halloween Kills is Thrilling and Nostalgic

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One of Netflix’s new and very well put together slasher, mystery, horror film definitely stands out amongst other movies. This film is perfect for spooky season.

Haunt Your House with This Film

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Quinn McNeill is a leader and a role model. He has so many goals that he has already surpassed and has many more to go.

QUINN MCNEILL: Exceeding Everyone’s Expectations

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The newest thriller film on HBO Max, Malignant keeps your mind racing with questions and ideas. Malignant starts the horror movie season off right.

Malignant is a Thrilling and Polarizing Ride

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“B Team” laughs while playing in their volleyball bracket at Wednesday's Co-Ed Volleyball game. B Team advanced all the way into the final four, winning against underclassmen and teachers alike. While this event had hiccups, it proved to be a great new homecoming tradition.

Co-Ed Volleyball Mixes It Up

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The Fear Street trilogy is three thriller/slasher movies based on the R.L Stein books and everyone’s loving these films.

A Triple Helping of Fear

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Mrs. Swanson is the new dean of students here at Frederick and she is here to make a huge impact.

STAFF MEETING: Mrs. Swanson Has Building Connections Down to an Art

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Girl in red brings out all of her emotions, thoughts, and feelings into her first ever album.

Girl In Red Released Her First Album That Is Full With Songs That Have Very Powerful Background

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“Monster” is a moving and thrilling film that everyone needs to take a look at.

Monster Will Keep You on the Edge of Your Seat

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Asia Paluda chose to take on her futre by attending CSU.

SENIOR SUNDAY: Asia Paluda Is Ready For The Next Chapter Of Her Life

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In Netflix’s new film stowaway you’ll be surprised on the diffrent perspective of space travel compared to your typical space movie.

Stowaway Is A New Intriguing And Thrilling Film On A Chaotic Trip To Mars

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Freshman year is definitely not what what many of us coming into high school for the first time expected. But, we’re definitely trying to make the best of it!

A Freshman’s Point Of View

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Red Island House by Andrea Lee: 288 pages.

Andrea Lee’s New Novel Is About Love And Culture

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Demi Lovato really put her everything in her new album “ Dancing with the devil...The art of starting over” and it’s inspiring and deep.

“Dancing with the Devil… the Art of Starting Over” Makes You Dance Through Your Emotions

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A Week Away was a film that a lot of people expected to not like because of the musical aspect but it ended up getting amazing reviews and tons of love.

‘A Week Away’ Is Surprising Everyone and Sweeping Them Off Their Feet

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This list of classes was offered here at Frederick on March 16th, 1981.

What Was The Past Should Become The Present

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Moxie hit Netflix platforms hard and everyone seems to be loving the message and plot of the film.

Moxie Is All About Girl Power And Having A Voice

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In this picture is collage of Kaya Paluda’s social media profiles. Including, Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, Tik Tok, and Twitter. Having a social media platform comes with many responsibilities to keep yourself safe and happy.

Social Media Equals Responsibility

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Quinn XCII came out with his fifth album this month on March 5th.

Quinn XCII’s New Album Is About Soul Searching And Self Reflection

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Abby Hazlet is a hardworking and kind hearted senior who is always down to have a fun time.

ABBY HAZLET: Smile For The Cameras

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‘the little things’ on HBO MAX is a movie that will keep you on your toes and on the edge of your seat the whole way through.

HBO MAX’S New ‘the little things’ Is Unique And Thrilling

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Join Bloom in her adventurous tv show (FATE: The Winx Saga) on Netflix. It's a show that will keep you craving for more by the end of the season using its suspense and thriller components.

FATE: The Winx Saga is Thrilling and Suspenseful

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In the photo; Nick Formby, Grand Canyon University

You Might Want To Consider Community College During This Pandemic

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Passenger’s new album cover for “Songs for the Drunk and Broken Hearted”

Passenger Takes Everyone On A Car Ride With His New Album

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Netflix has Ariana Grande’s new film “excuse me, I love you” giving fans a huge rush of excitement

Netflix Releases Ariana Grande’s New Film “excuse me, i love you”

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Mrs. Quinlan is a hardworking and driven teacher at Fredrick High School.

STAFF MEETING: Mrs. Quinlan Drives To Be The Best Teacher She Can

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Shawn Mendes’s newest cover for his album “Wonder”

Shawn Mendes Portrays Love And Self Growth In ‘Wonder’

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The Princess Switch: Switched again is a fun and new movie out now on Netflix.

The Princess Switch: Switched Again Brings Lots of Joy

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Two Warriors Commit to College Teams

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Thanksgiving will be very different this year but will be a year to remember.

A Different Kind of Thanksgiving

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Dive into the Roman Empire with Tsarina

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Students are having a high rise for anxiety this year.

This School Year Has Been a Ball of Anxiety

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ROLE MODELS new EP cover for his new “our little angle”

ROLE MODEL Shows His New Idealistic Approach To Songwriting

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Giveon’s new EP cover for “When It’s All Said And Done”

When it’s All Said and Sung

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Vaping can certainly do horrible things to your body. This image shows a man vaping. Let’s stop the vaping for not just teenagers but adults!

Teen Vaping has dropped, but what can we do to help it disappear?

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Enola Holmes is a fun filled movie full of joy and laughter. (Netflix)

If You Like Sherlock Holmes than You’ll Love Enola Holmes

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Netflix new original film Hubie Halloween is a fun film that you need to watch.

Hubie Halloween Does the Trick, Treats with Humor

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