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The Lakeland Community Theatre Dares its Audience to Dream

Written by Lucia Winkler Cinderella's "A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes" acts as an undeclared anthem for Disney, embodying the ambition that its movies stir in the hearts of young viewers. With the "most magical place on Earth" being located just outside of Polk County, it's no surprise that the song started a performance at the Lakeland Community Theatre (LCT). "Disney's Dare to Dream Jr." was held from Dec. 12 through 14. The musical follows a large ensemble of trainees at a fictional "im
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Fashion in High Schools Throughout the Years
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Fashion in High Schools Throughout the Years

Written by Jaylianna James With one quick glance around school, it quickly becomes evident that fashion has changed a lot since the 1920s. Nowadays, most students have much more freedom than ever, regarding what they want to wear and how they express themselves. About a century ago, during the 1920s and the 1930s, the world was still recovering from the aftermath of World War I and the rise of the Great Depression. Students started embracing fashion changes reflecting the era’s social libe
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The Flower in the Wall

Written by Dorys Farias. Edited by Santiago Gomez. You save a spot for your friend at lunch like you do every day. After taking your time to wait for them, the two of you get together to decide whether to get a hot or cold lunch. In their presence, you feel like your friend is the person that’ll stick by you for the long run because you guys do everything together. Then, a peer walks up to them. Suddenly, their faces light up, and they squeeze each other tightly, as if they haven’t seen each ot
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Bartow Museum Greets Holiday Season with its “Festival of Wreaths”

Bartow Museum Greets Holiday Season with its “Festival of Wreaths”

Written by Lucia Winkler The Polk County History Center in Bartow, Florida has been ornamented in stylish reds, greens, and golds. Garlands wind through the rotunda's handrail, topped by bows that wonderfully complement the festive scene. The warm, wintery atmosphere is enlivened by the original plan for the building. Though the snowflake-shaped tiles and "swags", which are painted designs that adorn the museum year-round and resemble draping garlands, were not intended to carry a holiday mood,
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Eagles On Me

Eagles On Me

Written by Dorys Farias. Edited by Santiago Gomez. Cheerleading, one of the most traditionally-known sports, has been around since the 19th century; and it brings a lot of attention to other traditional sports. While cheerleading is known for its amazing chants and matching school uniforms out on the sidelines or at competitions, the sport takes more effort than anyone could imagine. Cheerleading is often seen in a shallow light, some seeing it solely as the uniform while others see false glam
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Cadet Challenge

Cadet Challenge

Written by Dorys Farias. Edited by Santiago Gomez. Many people have heard about their high school football, basketball, or volleyball team winning a championship, but one sport often goes unrecognized: Raiders. Raiders, a JROTC sport, demands extreme dedication and hard work. Unlike more traditional sports, Raiders combines running, strength, teamwork, and grit, challenging both the body and mind. Despite these demands, it does not receive the recognition it deserves. Raiders centers on teamwo
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The Day the King Died

A story by Journey Hart. It was terrifying when the king died. Everyone lost their powers. Everyone was fighting for a chance to be what they once were. They were afraid of their being made vulnerable, so they tried to learn again. They remembered how they were before the king died, gifted with flight, healing powers, speed, telepathy, and the ability to create illusions in thin air. They wanted, needed that again, were terrified that they had lost it all. It was a slow process, trying to be
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Why Do We Fear 13?

Written by Alessio Guerrero. Edited by Naomi Jalloh. Thirteen has been branded as the unluckiest number in society. From Friday the 13th being seen as the most ominous day of year, to buildings such as hotels and skyscrapers excluding the 13th floor altogether, why exactly has this simple number unanimously gained such a notorious reputation? Biblical Connections: One of the earliest origins comes from Christianity. At the last Supper, Judas (the disciple who betrayed Jesus) was said to be
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