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Swimmer fights wave of health issues, acquires aquatic success

Ace Roueche, Assistant editor February 3, 2023

The thrill of the plunge. The splashing of cold water onto your face. Sunlight on your back as you slide effortlessly through the water, destroying the competition. These are all things that senior Asa...

Theatre department showcases talent in annual radio show

Ace Roueche January 21, 2023
story of a young girl named Virginia who is bullied for believing in Santa Claus and decides to write a letter to the local newspaper about it.

Swiftly to the top of the charts

Ace Roueche, Assistant Editor December 1, 2022

This October, after much hype and speculation, Taylor Swift dropped her latest album, Midnights, to mixed reviews across the board. While some praised the album’s striking aesthetic and emotionally powerful...

Sinister surprises: Dissecting anatomy of jump scares

Ace Roueche November 17, 2022

Think of a typical horror movie. 

You’re probably imagining a dark and suspenseful scene. Perhaps a babysitter alone in a house, or teenagers wandering around a summer camp.

Say yup to Nope

Say yup to Nope

Ace Roueche, Assistant editor October 13, 2022

People often criticize horror film characters for making stupid decisions, insisting that if they were in a similar situation they would simply say, “nope” and get out of there. Jordan Peele combats...

District earns its highest TEA score through student, teacher dedication, determination

Ace Roueche, Assistant editor October 12, 2022

Bryan ISD received a rating of 86 from the Texas Education Agency for the 2022 accountability ratings. This is the highest rating the district has received and was additionally awarded a 92 for college,...

Five film franchise pokes fun at horror tropes, fascinates fans

Ace Roueche April 22, 2022
s and Get Out, they can also explore broader subjects. No film franchise exemplifies this as much as the Scream franchise. Over the course of its five films, directors satirize the horror genre, particularly slashers, their rules, and how they treat women and minorities.

The Little Mermaid delivers Disney magic despite difficulties

Ace Roueche April 7, 2022
Putting together a musical in just a few weeks is already a huge challenge, but that task is made more difficult when weather complications and the spread of an illness arise. This was unfortunately the case with this year’s production of The Little Mermaid, with an ice storm hitting Bryan right before opening night and with at least 10 cast members out with COVID at some point during the rehearsal.

Seniors lead cross-country team by example

Ace Roueche October 28, 2021
The sun rises as the morning dew melts away and the sound of tennis shoes on the pavement can be heard as the cross country team practices early in the morning. Cross-country seniors Aaron Johanson and Craig Fuentes serve as role models for the team and have continued to enjoy success this season.

Center stage: Spotlight shines on theatre student

Ace Roueche October 20, 2021
The curtain rises. The lights shine down. The actors take their places and wait for their cue. Sophomore Asher Hinton has found a home in theatre and looks to continue honing his craft while making memories and friends that will last a lifetime. During the summer, Asher traveled to California with the Nicki Peterson Talent Agency, and was signed with an LA agency. The plan is to move to Burbank this summer and start working to earn a role in a professional production.

Streaming surplus threatens theater comeback

Ace Roueche September 23, 2021
With the COVID-19 pandemic trapping most people inside for the last year and a half, going to the cinema to see new releases just hasn’t been plausible. Because of this, services are now thriving more than ever. Thousands of families across the nation now rely on streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Prime, and Disney+ for all of their entertainment. Now that theaters are starting to open up again, many film creators and cinephiles are wondering whether they can survive with the new surge of people opting to stay home and stream their films instead.
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