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Uber, a place where people are able to go from place to place may be leaving for good because of what the ride-share bill has said about Uber and Lyft. The bill is still going today to make final decisions, but there has already been many changes to what will happen to Uber in the future.
Ride or Goodbye, Colorado
While Snapchat has been a very popular app since its release, it is starting to become less popular. Less users are starting to use Snapchat and have started using other apps instead. Courtesy of Snapchat
The Rise and Fall of Snapchat
TSA agents check for no allowed items and may follow through pat-downs or checking bag if anything appears out of the ordinary.
Real ID Now Required for All US Flights
Photograph of Bishop Robert Prevost upon his appointment as Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Chiclayo in 2014. Prevost was elected to to succeed Pope Francis and emerged from conclave as Pope Leo XIV on May 8, 2025. (Frayjhonattan/Wikimedia, CC BY-SA)
Conclave Elects an American as Pope
A child of a New York area Coast Guard service member waves the American Flag while marching in New York City's Veterans Day Parade, Nov. 11, 2013. The Parade honors all eras and branches of military service, with special recognition given this year to the history of American Women in Uniform. (Robert Harclerode/U.S. Coast Guard, PD)
Trump Wants to Rebrand Veterans Day
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
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
Lotti Kroeger, Giorgia Terzi, Johanna Koelling, and Maria Pintori smile for a selfie at the Homecoming tailgate. The homecoming experience was many of the exchange students favorites and was a good way to start their American experience. (Courtesy of Lotti Kroeger)
Time to Say Goodbye
Frederick High School has started to slowly implement phones being banned in class, but now next year phones could possibly be banned completely. Phones have been seen as a distraction for some students, and the school is now going to put an end to it.
Will FHS Implement a New School-Wide Phone Policy?
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
Senior Lucas Howell has gained so many new memories and experiences throughout high school. He was involved in track and cross country, as well as being in choir and the student advisory council. (Chris Tone)
LUCAS HOWELL: SPRINTING TO SUCCESS
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
7 Movies to Look Out For This Summer
Final Destination Bloodlines is a must watch for any Final Destination movie lovers. The 6th movie keeps the watchers on the edge of their seats throughout the whole movie, with many plot twists and special effects added throughout as well. Courtesy of Warner Bros
Final Destination Bloodlines is Finally Here
Beach Bunny performing with her band in Denver, Colorado on May 18th, 2025
Beach Bunny Rocks Denver
The Minecraft Movie, which has been waited on for a while, has blown up in theaters. The movie is similar to the game, with a few differences here and there, but is overall a good watch for any Minecraft lovers. Courtesy of Warner Brothers
Minecraft Movie Frenzy
Joe Goldberg returns to New York City with his wife Kate for the finale of You. This season brings plot twists, and excitement, guaranteeing to leave the watcher interested. ( Courtesy of Netflix)
You Ends with a Killer Finale
7 Movies to Look Out For This Summer
Final Destination Bloodlines is a must watch for any Final Destination movie lovers. The 6th movie keeps the watchers on the edge of their seats throughout the whole movie, with many plot twists and special effects added throughout as well. Courtesy of Warner Bros
Final Destination Bloodlines is Finally Here
The Minecraft Movie, which has been waited on for a while, has blown up in theaters. The movie is similar to the game, with a few differences here and there, but is overall a good watch for any Minecraft lovers. Courtesy of Warner Brothers
Minecraft Movie Frenzy
Joe Goldberg returns to New York City with his wife Kate for the finale of You. This season brings plot twists, and excitement, guaranteeing to leave the watcher interested. ( Courtesy of Netflix)
You Ends with a Killer Finale
“Well, the film is actually pretty genre fluid. It actually pushes into a lot of different genres but yes, vampires are one of the elements of the movie but that is not the only supernatural element” (Ryan Coogler)
In Sinners, Every Choice Comes with a Price
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
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Gunn’s Creature Feature is Great
Moana 2 brings back Moana and Maui for another adventure. Moana has to go on another journey across the ocean to find the lost island of Motufetu. (Disney)
Setting Sail on Another Adventure
“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
"Sing me to sleep with your saccharine whisper, and let us lay about as cats of no mothers."
Suther
"The air is crisp, the nights are long, with winter's charms inside a song." (Bernhard Friess/Flickr)
Winter’s Talent
"The sound of my mother’s voice did not bring comfort to me; instead, this bad feeling grew... it was late, and my mother never cooked this late."
Mom?
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Mr. Coon, Staff Adviser

Mr. Brandon Coon has been the adviser of the Frederick Lantern for the past seven years. In his fourteen years in the classroom (ten of which have been at Frederick High), he has taught subjects as diverse as AP Literature, literacy, drama, tech theatre, world history, yearbook, study skills, and computer science. Mr. Coon also sponsors Frederick’s chapter of the Quill and Scroll International Society for High School Journalists and the Frederick Film Society. He has a Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Northern Colorado and is a member of Sigma Tau Delta.​

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New Colorado law makes big changes in Safe2Tell. These new changes will help more students who are facing trauma and stress.

[Photo] Colorado Bill Will Empower Schools to Care

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A flock of bighorn sheep gathers near the summit of Mt. Blue Sky, the highest peak in Colorado. Mt. Blue Sky shed its former name Mt. Evans in 2023 in an effort to uplift Colorado's indiginous population (who originally called the peak Blue Sky) and not their oppressor (Evans helped execute the 1864 Sand Creek Massacre). With the new presidential administration changing geographic names to "restore American greatness," dozens of Coloradans took to social media to express their concern that Mt. Blue Sky might revert back to Mt. Evans.

Denali Gets Renamed—Will Mt. Blue Sky Be Next?

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The Colorado Capitol building at dusk, where the Colroado General Assembly meets and passes new state laws each year. (L.C. Chang/Wikimedia)

New Colorado Laws for 2025

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Y2K Is Just OK

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Out of the Shadow of the Vampire

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I uploaded photos from my vacation to Washington, D.C. and asked an AI illustrator to make them "look sinister," and this is what it did to my photo of the Washington Monument. So the Terminator films are a lot less frightening to me now. Also, the federal government may cut all but essential services starting at 12:01 a.m. tonight.

The Government Set to Shut Down Saturday

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[Photo] Time Running Out for TikTok

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HBO's The Penguin Kills

HBO’s The Penguin Kills

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Senior Vee Forshay poses as Abbey Bominable from the Monster High franchise. She wowed the judges of the Halloween Costume Contest with her full body makeup and self-made outfit. Vee was one of three winners of the Halloween Costume Contest, receiving a perfect score.

Halloween Frights and Delights

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Dozens of Frederick High students eat lunch at the McDonald's restaurant at I-25 and Hwy 52 every day, but they're not able to order a quarter pounder this week. An outbreak of E. coli in the onions that are used on the burger has been linked to several hospitalizations (including one diner who ate at a Greeley McDonald's) and one death.

[Photo] UPDATED: E. Coli Outbreak Nearly Kills Colo. Teen

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An aisle of masks and accessories at the Spirit Halloween at the Centerplace Plaza in Greeley. One of the hardest parts of Halloween is sorting through all the options and figuring out what to be. This year, the Spirit Halloween blog and a new analytical tool by Google are here to help.

[Photo] Getting Your Fright Fit Right

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Election 2024: What's on the Ballot

Election 2024: What’s on the Ballot

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Election 2024: Who's on the Ballot

Election 2024: Who’s on the Ballot

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With college coming up, new students need to know everything about their new schools. College can be tricky to navigate, but not as tricky if students know more.

[Photo] Navigating the College Experience

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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.

[Photo] The Lantern’s Student Voting Guide, 2024

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Graduation Requirements

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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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The Supreme Court Building in Washington D.C. where the court ruled 9-0 that a state cannot decide that a candidate for President cannot run due to the Insurrection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. Less unanimous was the Court's thoughts on who could decide this matter, with four judges filing concurrent opinions disagreeing with the majority that Congress has to pass a law about it. This case originated from a lawsuit filed by four Colorado Republicans and two Independents wanting Donald Trump removed from Colorado ballots because of his actions during the January 6 Government Insurrection.

SCOTUS Dumps Trump Ballot Bump

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Trump, Colorado, and the Fourteenth Amendment

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[Photo] The Letters

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[Photo] Propositions HH and II, Explained

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On Tuesday afternoon, Kevin McCarthy became the first House Speaker removed from his position by Congress. While the removal came down to a tight 216-210 vote, the majority of Colorado's House members voted to remove the Republican speaker... including Republican Ken Buck. This historic vote came after McCarthy pushed Congress to pass a continuing resolution on Saturday to avert a government shutdown until Nov. 14

Buck Helps Shuck McCarthy

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Hollywood Strike finally comes to an agreement after 5 months of strike. Writers will be able to continue writing although it may take a little while to get going once again.

[Photo] Writers Strike Comes to End

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National disaster was avoided Saturday, September 30 when a short-term spending bill was passed with bipartisan support in the House and Senate. The law moves the deadline for a new spending resolution to November 14, giving the US House 45 days to resolve disagreements between House Democrats, House party-line Republicans, and the House Freedom Caucus. A shutdown would furlough over 43,000 Colorado government workers, close Colorado National Parks, increase flight delays at DIA, and pause benefits for the half a million Coloradans on food stamps.

Government Temporarily Avoids Shutdown

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Taylor Swift's concert film of here Eras tour is set for US release on October 13. The concert sold $26 million in tickets on the first day and is expected to be the next big theater event. The film's impact is expected to be so great that upcoming movies are changing their release dates to avoid being crushed at the box office.

[Photo] A New Era for Cinema?

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Former U.S. president Donald J. Trump, born June 14, 1946, is facing four indictments, two of which are federal, and three civil lawsuits. He is facing a total of 91 alleged felony charges as of September 9, 2023.

[Photo] Trump’s Legal Trouble, Explained

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[Photo] The Odd One Out

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"Don't rush, die slow." Slotherhouse, a PG13 horror flick where a sloth murders sorority girls, is a fantastic example of a so-bad-its-good horror B-movie. While not perfect by design, this campy throwback stands out among a market dripping with elevated horror.

Sloth Movie Deserves a Slow Clap

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For the first time in 63 years, the Hollywood unions for writers and actors are on strike at the same time. The two unions are currently in a standoff with the major studios over cost of living, streaming money, and the rise of artificial intelligence.

[Photo] Hollywood Actors, Writers Enter Fifth Month of Strike

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Bell Schedules

Bell Schedules

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Dress Code

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Inclement Weather & Snow Days

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Here, senior Giada DeJulio intertwines her fingers with those of junior Sierra Sanchez for their same-sex romantic scene in Almost, Maine. This shows the nuance in intimate acts that an IC needs to know. According to Mr. Coon, "Holding hands means 'I support you' and isn't necessarily romantic, but when fingers intertwine, the message becomes 'I can't let you go.'"

[Photo] The Act of Kissing

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[Photo] One Act You’ll Remember

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[Photo] Iyonna Moore

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Finally, if two types of cones in the eye are damaged, the person will only see one color--in this case, the red and blue cones are damaged, causing the world to look green. This green come in lighter and darker colors (the rod cells in the eye control that), but the world is all one shade. This is the most challenging form of colorblindness, as it's impossible to differentiate colors.

[Photo] We’re Often Blind to Colorblind Students

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Dr. Brian Young poses with Dr. Russell Fox after SVVSD Deputy Superintendent Dr. Jackie Kapushion announced their new job titles: Dr. Young will be the new principal of Mead High School, while Dr. Fox will be the new principal of Frederick High.

Frederick High Gets New Principal

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[Photo] Group Chat: Honor Jazz Band Players

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The cast of Newsies, which will be features at the Colorado Thespian festival this December.

[Photo] Newsies Will Take the Spotlight at ITS

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Dreaming In Darkness (Oct. 2017)

Dreaming In Darkness (Oct. 2017)

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Stiff as a Board

Stiff as a Board

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BRAVE NEW YEAR: Frederick Learns Online for First Six Weeks

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Back to school night is not a good use of time, especially if students don’t get useful information.

UPDATE: Frederick High Closed for Rest of School Year

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Jacob Wiegert and the Frederick Senior Class of 2018 get instructions before walking out onto the field for Graduation. Losing a graduation ceremony is one of the many fear that the Senior Class of 2020 is grappling with amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] The Senior Sadness

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UPDATE: Frederick High, Other SVVSD Schools Closed Until April 17

UPDATE: Frederick High, Other SVVSD Schools Closed Until April 17

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Back to school night is not a good use of time, especially if students don’t get useful information.

UPDATE: Polis Issues Order to Close Schools Until April 17

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With COVID-19 shutting down more schools across the country, CollegeBoard is making changes to SAT and AP testing this spring.

UPDATE: SAT Canceled, Changes to AP Testing, More Businesses Close

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Today, Frederick and Dacono temporarily closed all non-essential town offices. Meanwhile, lots of local restaurants are closing their dining rooms and changing their service options.

UPDATE: City Offices Close, Restaurants Shift Services

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The toilet paper aisle of the Firestone King Soopers on March 13. In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, several local businesses are limiting their hours or temporarily closing their doors to help protect the community.

UPDATE: COVID-19 Affects Tri-Town Businesses

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COVID-19 Closes Frederick High

COVID-19 Closes Frederick High

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[Photo] Mr. Coon

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The new profile picture for Frederick High's social media. Be sure to subscribes for the latest news as Frederick weathers the COVID-19 shutdown.

Schools are Closed, but the Scout Will Keep Watch

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Robert Downey Jr's performance in Dolittle had audiences surprised at his role after Iron Man

Dolittle, an Adventure Packed Kids Movie

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Halloween Has Some Thrills, But Mostly Missteps

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Sophomore Kayla Lorimer won Frederick's Got Talent thanks to a song she wrote and composed herself.

Sophomore Singers Stun at FGT Finale

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