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A drawing created by sophomore Felicity Hampton. The drawing shows it being night time and the sun randomly beaming out of the sky shining onto the home in the drawing.
The Global Project Wants to Sell Daylight
DIA is one of the many airports that have had flights cancelled due to the government shutdown. These flights have stranded people away from their homes, and will hopefully go back to normal now that the government is back up.
Shutdown Ends, But Airport Issues Continue
A sign explaining the government shutdown hangs outside a closed Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. On Wednesday night, the longest shutdown in government history ended after 42 days with President Trump approving a continuing resolution. Trump also oversaw the second-longest government shutdown during his first term in 2018. (John Sonderman/Flickr)
Longest Government Shutdown in History Ends
As shown on a storefront, SNAP is prevalent among many Americans, and is something many rely upon. (Getty Images, Jonathan Weiss)
SNAP: A Necessity We Require
Amazon Web Services is the largest cloud service company in the U.S., they experienced a large shutdown on October 20th. Many apps, such as Amazon Shopping, were affected and unable to access internet. (Creative Commons//Pexels.)
Amazon Web Services Cloud’s Outage
The Fort Lupton food banks, in the open hours of this food bank cars pile around the block looking for help in the midst of their continued hardship.
Food Banks Suffer, FHS Steps Up
Senior Gabe Hernandez has made his mark at FHS. Gabe was involved in so many things for the school including Yearbook, Latino Leadership, Link Crew and more. (Khawren Lane)
GABE HERNANDEZ: Taking the Spotlight
MeCo Coffee Collective and Composition Shop sits at 318 Fifth St. in downtown Frederick. On November 19, the Frederick high school library is collaborating with MeCo for a community book fair. There will be books, drinks, and gifts for those who attend.
Book a Table for the Frederick-MeCo Book Fair
The Library here at FHS where students are able to come in and check out a book to read either for a class or just for reading independently. If the SSR happens, most students will likely just check out a book here at the library.
DEAR TEACHERS: Silent Reading Doesn’t Work
Senior Athena Aiello has added a sparkling touch to classrooms, painting the phone caddies. She is a smart, bright senior who has worked hard for where she is today. (Courtesy of Athena Aiello)
ATHENA AIELLO: Making Arresting Art
The witches tell the prophecy. Someone will die, someone else will become king. Macbeth wants it all, but will murder solve all his problems? (Chris Tone)
Macbeth Brings Shakespeare to Frederick’s Stage
Art classes at Frederick High School are crucial to have. These classes give students amazing chances to be creative, and to get to learn more. (Courtesy of Sebastian Pettitt)
Art is Essential, Not Optional
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
Senior Gabe Hernandez has made his mark at FHS. Gabe was involved in so many things for the school including Yearbook, Latino Leadership, Link Crew and more. (Khawren Lane)
GABE HERNANDEZ: Taking the Spotlight
Senior Athena Aiello has added a sparkling touch to classrooms, painting the phone caddies. She is a smart, bright senior who has worked hard for where she is today. (Courtesy of Athena Aiello)
ATHENA AIELLO: Making Arresting Art
Senior Joey Summers has spent his high school years acting, and participating in every school event. He has left a big mark on the Frederick community.
JOEY SUMMERS: Stepping off the Stage
Posing with both her club and school affiliated volleyball jersey, Kyla stays true to her number three. Her "lucky number" if you will. (Chris Tone)
KYLA VEJROSTEK: An Ace in the Market
Senior Sonny Delpizzo has gone through his high school career playing football and getting involved in numerous other school activities. He always played his hardest, and never gave up in his sports. (Courtesy of Sonny Delpizzo)
SONNY DELPIZZO: Where Brains Meets Brawn
The Library here at FHS where students are able to come in and check out a book to read either for a class or just for reading independently. If the SSR happens, most students will likely just check out a book here at the library.
DEAR TEACHERS: Silent Reading Doesn’t Work
Dear SVVSD: Our WiFi Sucks
Dear SVVSD: Our WiFi Sucks
To make your Halloween even cozier, watching these movies will give off the cozy vibes to the spooky season. All of these movies are worth the watch, giving a classic cozy spin to the month of October
The Best Cozy Halloween Movies
These horror movies will take anyone’s Halloween season and turn it into something even spookier. All of these movies have their special plots, that all keep the watcher on the edge of their seats.
Hauntingly Scary Movies to Watch
The White House closed off in an artistic symbolism of a government shutdown. This year’s ongoing government shutdown calls into question the finesse of America’s representatives. (Kaz Vorpal Wikimedia Commons)
Dear Congress: The Government Shutdown is Causing Chaos
Finney, the original boy in the first Black Phone who was able to escape The Grabber and kill him. The Grabber has returned and seeks revenge on Finney for what he did to him. They communicate through the Black Phone while Finney is not able to see The Grabber because he is a soul and cannot be seen. (Universal Studios)
Black Phone 2 Is Worth Pick Up
Denji—the titular Chainsaw Man who is fused with the Chainsaw Devil Pochita—rides on the back of the shark-like Beam, his devil-hunting partner at the Public Safety division in Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc. The film won the #1 spot at the box office its opening weekend, which has made it the sixth-largest US opening for an anime movie of all time. (Sony Pictures/MAPPA)
Chainsaw Man Shreds Box Office Records
Shown above are the four main characters of the storyline, who come together after the chaotic loss of two loved ones breaks out amongst their families. (Constantin Film)
Regretting You: The Movie You Won’t Regret Watching
In the first episode of It: Welcome to Derry, a group of kids venture to the Capitol movie theater, the last place their friend Matty was seen before he disappeared. However, they get more than they bargained for when they encounter the cosmic monster known as It. From left to right: Sci-fi conspiracy theorist Phil Malkin (Jack Molloy Legault), his little sister Susie (played by Legault's real-life sister Matilda), series protagonist "Loony" Lilly Bainbridge (Clara Stack), and comic-loving Teddy Uris (Mikkal Karim-Fidler). It: Welcome to Derry has a strong start and promises to be one of the horror highlights of the year. (Brooke Palmer/HBO)
It: Welcome to Derry Is Shockingly Scary
The newest Shudder original is V/H/S/ Halloween which hopes to capture the Halloween aesthetic. (Bloody Disgusting)
V/H/S/ Halloween Is a Treat to Watch
Finney, the original boy in the first Black Phone who was able to escape The Grabber and kill him. The Grabber has returned and seeks revenge on Finney for what he did to him. They communicate through the Black Phone while Finney is not able to see The Grabber because he is a soul and cannot be seen. (Universal Studios)
Black Phone 2 Is Worth Pick Up
Denji—the titular Chainsaw Man who is fused with the Chainsaw Devil Pochita—rides on the back of the shark-like Beam, his devil-hunting partner at the Public Safety division in Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc. The film won the #1 spot at the box office its opening weekend, which has made it the sixth-largest US opening for an anime movie of all time. (Sony Pictures/MAPPA)
Chainsaw Man Shreds Box Office Records
Shown above are the four main characters of the storyline, who come together after the chaotic loss of two loved ones breaks out amongst their families. (Constantin Film)
Regretting You: The Movie You Won’t Regret Watching
In the first episode of It: Welcome to Derry, a group of kids venture to the Capitol movie theater, the last place their friend Matty was seen before he disappeared. However, they get more than they bargained for when they encounter the cosmic monster known as It. From left to right: Sci-fi conspiracy theorist Phil Malkin (Jack Molloy Legault), his little sister Susie (played by Legault's real-life sister Matilda), series protagonist "Loony" Lilly Bainbridge (Clara Stack), and comic-loving Teddy Uris (Mikkal Karim-Fidler). It: Welcome to Derry has a strong start and promises to be one of the horror highlights of the year. (Brooke Palmer/HBO)
It: Welcome to Derry Is Shockingly Scary
The newest Shudder original is V/H/S/ Halloween which hopes to capture the Halloween aesthetic. (Bloody Disgusting)
V/H/S/ Halloween Is a Treat to Watch
Knights of Guinevere is Glitch's latest pilot hoping to be funded to a full series. The show, created by Dana Terrace, features a planet-spanning theme park dedicated to the fictional Princess Guinevere and follows the lives of those that eke out a living in the park's massive shadow. The pilot is a riveting sci-fi dystopia that has already amassed more than 10 million views on YouTube. (Glitch)
Knights of Guinevere Is Bleak and Beautiful
The third and final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty gives fans what they want, each episode taking twists and turns. The season is filled with love triangles, friendship, and drama, making it a worth while watch. (Prime Video)
The Summer I Turned Pretty is a Show to Remember
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
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
Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl brings fans through her romantic relationship with Travis Kelce and her experience with fame. The lyrics seemed rushed and didn’t seem like anything special however. (Max Martin and Shellback)
Taylor Swift’s New Era is Just Okay
Sabrina Carpenter dances with a stoic partner on one of several covers for her new album Man's Best Friend. Her initial cover art featured Carpenter on all fours in front of a standing man who is pulling her hair in his fist, which many have decried as overly sexual and anti-female. This cover premiered in a June 29 Instagram post by Carpenter, who joked that it was "approved by God." (Island Records)
Sorry Dogs—Sabrina is Man’s New Best Friend
“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
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A drawing created by sophomore Felicity Hampton. The drawing shows it being night time and the sun randomly beaming out of the sky shining onto the home in the drawing.
The Global Project Wants to Sell Daylight
DIA is one of the many airports that have had flights cancelled due to the government shutdown. These flights have stranded people away from their homes, and will hopefully go back to normal now that the government is back up.
Shutdown Ends, But Airport Issues Continue
A sign explaining the government shutdown hangs outside a closed Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. On Wednesday night, the longest shutdown in government history ended after 42 days with President Trump approving a continuing resolution. Trump also oversaw the second-longest government shutdown during his first term in 2018. (John Sonderman/Flickr)
Longest Government Shutdown in History Ends
As shown on a storefront, SNAP is prevalent among many Americans, and is something many rely upon. (Getty Images, Jonathan Weiss)
SNAP: A Necessity We Require
Amazon Web Services is the largest cloud service company in the U.S., they experienced a large shutdown on October 20th. Many apps, such as Amazon Shopping, were affected and unable to access internet. (Creative Commons//Pexels.)
Amazon Web Services Cloud’s Outage
Frederick’s girls volleyball team have played a great season. While they did not win every game, they made so many great memories that they will carry with them forever. (Chris Tone)
Girls Volleyball Beats Erie in Postseason Run
Frederick’s unified bowling team is made up of many amazing students, they all work hard to get to where they are right now. The team is doing well so far this bowling season, their last game is next week and they are working as hard as they can to win.
Unified Bowling Makes a Strike Toward Winning Championship
While Frederick started off kind of rocky at the game against Poudre, they came back. The Golden Eagles came back and got the victory, with the final score standing at 28-36 with Frederick bringing home another victory.
Frederick Flies Past Poudre
Left to Right: Madi Schanz, Natalie Sias, Lyla Kuhn, Elayna Fisher, Brealea Stendel, Izzy Horne. Celebrating their six seniors, Frederick softball had a dominating game over Silver Creek. With eight runs and a joy filled senior celebration, it’s a game the team will never forget. (Christopher Tone)
Softball Shines at Senior Night
Frederick kept their winning streak after playing against Montebello High School for the homecoming game on Friday. The Golden Eagles scored 42 points, while Montebello scored 21 points. The Golden Eagles are on a winning streak, and hope to keep it up.
Frederick Football Comes Home with a Win
The witches tell the prophecy. Someone will die, someone else will become king. Macbeth wants it all, but will murder solve all his problems? (Chris Tone)
Macbeth Brings Shakespeare to Frederick’s Stage
Art classes at Frederick High School are crucial to have. These classes give students amazing chances to be creative, and to get to learn more. (Courtesy of Sebastian Pettitt)
Art is Essential, Not Optional
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
The Fort Lupton food banks, in the open hours of this food bank cars pile around the block looking for help in the midst of their continued hardship.
Food Banks Suffer, FHS Steps Up
Senior Gabe Hernandez has made his mark at FHS. Gabe was involved in so many things for the school including Yearbook, Latino Leadership, Link Crew and more. (Khawren Lane)
GABE HERNANDEZ: Taking the Spotlight
MeCo Coffee Collective and Composition Shop sits at 318 Fifth St. in downtown Frederick. On November 19, the Frederick high school library is collaborating with MeCo for a community book fair. There will be books, drinks, and gifts for those who attend.
Book a Table for the Frederick-MeCo Book Fair
The Library here at FHS where students are able to come in and check out a book to read either for a class or just for reading independently. If the SSR happens, most students will likely just check out a book here at the library.
DEAR TEACHERS: Silent Reading Doesn’t Work
Senior Athena Aiello has added a sparkling touch to classrooms, painting the phone caddies. She is a smart, bright senior who has worked hard for where she is today. (Courtesy of Athena Aiello)
ATHENA AIELLO: Making Arresting Art
The Library here at FHS where students are able to come in and check out a book to read either for a class or just for reading independently. If the SSR happens, most students will likely just check out a book here at the library.
DEAR TEACHERS: Silent Reading Doesn’t Work
Dear SVVSD: Our WiFi Sucks
Dear SVVSD: Our WiFi Sucks
To make your Halloween even cozier, watching these movies will give off the cozy vibes to the spooky season. All of these movies are worth the watch, giving a classic cozy spin to the month of October
The Best Cozy Halloween Movies
These horror movies will take anyone’s Halloween season and turn it into something even spookier. All of these movies have their special plots, that all keep the watcher on the edge of their seats.
Hauntingly Scary Movies to Watch
The White House closed off in an artistic symbolism of a government shutdown. This year’s ongoing government shutdown calls into question the finesse of America’s representatives. (Kaz Vorpal Wikimedia Commons)
Dear Congress: The Government Shutdown is Causing Chaos
Senior Gabe Hernandez has made his mark at FHS. Gabe was involved in so many things for the school including Yearbook, Latino Leadership, Link Crew and more. (Khawren Lane)
GABE HERNANDEZ: Taking the Spotlight
Senior Athena Aiello has added a sparkling touch to classrooms, painting the phone caddies. She is a smart, bright senior who has worked hard for where she is today. (Courtesy of Athena Aiello)
ATHENA AIELLO: Making Arresting Art
Senior Joey Summers has spent his high school years acting, and participating in every school event. He has left a big mark on the Frederick community.
JOEY SUMMERS: Stepping off the Stage
Posing with both her club and school affiliated volleyball jersey, Kyla stays true to her number three. Her "lucky number" if you will. (Chris Tone)
KYLA VEJROSTEK: An Ace in the Market
Senior Sonny Delpizzo has gone through his high school career playing football and getting involved in numerous other school activities. He always played his hardest, and never gave up in his sports. (Courtesy of Sonny Delpizzo)
SONNY DELPIZZO: Where Brains Meets Brawn
Finney, the original boy in the first Black Phone who was able to escape The Grabber and kill him. The Grabber has returned and seeks revenge on Finney for what he did to him. They communicate through the Black Phone while Finney is not able to see The Grabber because he is a soul and cannot be seen. (Universal Studios)
Black Phone 2 Is Worth Pick Up
Denji—the titular Chainsaw Man who is fused with the Chainsaw Devil Pochita—rides on the back of the shark-like Beam, his devil-hunting partner at the Public Safety division in Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc. The film won the #1 spot at the box office its opening weekend, which has made it the sixth-largest US opening for an anime movie of all time. (Sony Pictures/MAPPA)
Chainsaw Man Shreds Box Office Records
Shown above are the four main characters of the storyline, who come together after the chaotic loss of two loved ones breaks out amongst their families. (Constantin Film)
Regretting You: The Movie You Won’t Regret Watching
In the first episode of It: Welcome to Derry, a group of kids venture to the Capitol movie theater, the last place their friend Matty was seen before he disappeared. However, they get more than they bargained for when they encounter the cosmic monster known as It. From left to right: Sci-fi conspiracy theorist Phil Malkin (Jack Molloy Legault), his little sister Susie (played by Legault's real-life sister Matilda), series protagonist "Loony" Lilly Bainbridge (Clara Stack), and comic-loving Teddy Uris (Mikkal Karim-Fidler). It: Welcome to Derry has a strong start and promises to be one of the horror highlights of the year. (Brooke Palmer/HBO)
It: Welcome to Derry Is Shockingly Scary
The newest Shudder original is V/H/S/ Halloween which hopes to capture the Halloween aesthetic. (Bloody Disgusting)
V/H/S/ Halloween Is a Treat to Watch
Finney, the original boy in the first Black Phone who was able to escape The Grabber and kill him. The Grabber has returned and seeks revenge on Finney for what he did to him. They communicate through the Black Phone while Finney is not able to see The Grabber because he is a soul and cannot be seen. (Universal Studios)
Black Phone 2 Is Worth Pick Up
Denji—the titular Chainsaw Man who is fused with the Chainsaw Devil Pochita—rides on the back of the shark-like Beam, his devil-hunting partner at the Public Safety division in Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc. The film won the #1 spot at the box office its opening weekend, which has made it the sixth-largest US opening for an anime movie of all time. (Sony Pictures/MAPPA)
Chainsaw Man Shreds Box Office Records
Shown above are the four main characters of the storyline, who come together after the chaotic loss of two loved ones breaks out amongst their families. (Constantin Film)
Regretting You: The Movie You Won’t Regret Watching
In the first episode of It: Welcome to Derry, a group of kids venture to the Capitol movie theater, the last place their friend Matty was seen before he disappeared. However, they get more than they bargained for when they encounter the cosmic monster known as It. From left to right: Sci-fi conspiracy theorist Phil Malkin (Jack Molloy Legault), his little sister Susie (played by Legault's real-life sister Matilda), series protagonist "Loony" Lilly Bainbridge (Clara Stack), and comic-loving Teddy Uris (Mikkal Karim-Fidler). It: Welcome to Derry has a strong start and promises to be one of the horror highlights of the year. (Brooke Palmer/HBO)
It: Welcome to Derry Is Shockingly Scary
The newest Shudder original is V/H/S/ Halloween which hopes to capture the Halloween aesthetic. (Bloody Disgusting)
V/H/S/ Halloween Is a Treat to Watch
Knights of Guinevere is Glitch's latest pilot hoping to be funded to a full series. The show, created by Dana Terrace, features a planet-spanning theme park dedicated to the fictional Princess Guinevere and follows the lives of those that eke out a living in the park's massive shadow. The pilot is a riveting sci-fi dystopia that has already amassed more than 10 million views on YouTube. (Glitch)
Knights of Guinevere Is Bleak and Beautiful
The third and final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty gives fans what they want, each episode taking twists and turns. The season is filled with love triangles, friendship, and drama, making it a worth while watch. (Prime Video)
The Summer I Turned Pretty is a Show to Remember
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
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
Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl brings fans through her romantic relationship with Travis Kelce and her experience with fame. The lyrics seemed rushed and didn’t seem like anything special however. (Max Martin and Shellback)
Taylor Swift’s New Era is Just Okay
Sabrina Carpenter dances with a stoic partner on one of several covers for her new album Man's Best Friend. Her initial cover art featured Carpenter on all fours in front of a standing man who is pulling her hair in his fist, which many have decried as overly sexual and anti-female. This cover premiered in a June 29 Instagram post by Carpenter, who joked that it was "approved by God." (Island Records)
Sorry Dogs—Sabrina is Man’s New Best Friend
“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
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When it’s All Said and Sung

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Giveon's second hit of 2020 When It's All Said And Done struck fans with an amazing rhythm and lyrics that once again pleased fans. The EP was not a surprising one to fans yet it had them excited as could...