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Best Summer Ever!Posted 05/19/2025 by Sonja Calhoun

Eight things you can do to have a super exciting summer! My best friend Simone and I love to try different activities together no matter where we are, but with finals and AP tests coming up, we find o... More

Classroom Connections that LastPosted 05/19/2025 by Billy Rodriguez Jr

Being surrounded by friends has a huge impact on individuals’ lives, and Thomas Jefferson High School does an exceptional job of fostering a healthy community for students to encounter diverse frien... More

Skari Steps Into a New RolePosted 05/15/2025 by Kira McBarron

Assistant Principal Andrew Skari temporarily shifts his focus back to Athletic Director. Many would agree that making sure students feel comfortable and safe while at school is essential to any level ... More

The Visual Language of Fontaines DCPosted 05/15/2025 by Kira McBarron

International bands have always been popular in the United States, but, in recent years, Irish bands have been rapidly gaining traction. I first heard Fontaines DC at an Arctic Monkeys concert back in... More

Giving Colorado’s Dogs a Second ChancePosted 05/14/2025 by Nate Bolinske

A dedicated team of volunteers and foster families are transforming the lives of Golden Retrievers and mixes across Colorado.  Tucked into the heart of Colorado, an all-volunteer organization has bee... More

The Starbucks ShiftPosted 05/14/2025 by Miles Kahn

As consumer trends shift, the world’s biggest coffee brand shifts with it.  Starbucks is far more than just a coffee shop; it’s an international icon. This brand proudly holds the title o... More

2025 Colorado Fly Fishing PreviewPosted 05/14/2025 by Noah Roetto

The complete guide to catching monster fish in Colorado. With the ski season coming to an always-unfortunate end, a new door of unbelievably enjoyable moments opens in the fly fishing world. Not only ... More

A Taste of HomePosted 05/14/2025 by Carlie Quinney

These are some of my favorite meals cooked by my mom. My mom has always loved trying out new cooking recipes for the family as well as continuing the old meals that she has carried on from her childho... More

The Capitol’s Favorite GamePosted 05/13/2025 by Amelia Mendoza-Stancer

In this article, I will explore different characters and celebrities that I want to see participate in the Hunger Games. One of my favorite movie series since elementary school has been The Hunger Gam... More

The Way the Cookie CrumblesPosted 05/13/2025 by Magnolia McLain

Crumbl Cookies have become increasingly popular, especially as the store’s rotating flavors are featured and reviewed on social media, but this popularity does not reflect quality.  Crumbl Cookie i... More