Arkansas is certainly deserving of the title of “The Natural State.” It is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes and landmarks in America, ideal for hiking, fishing, hunting, rock climbing, and virtually any other outdoor activity one can think of. And yet ironically, it’s often hard for the residents of…
Many people believe that games are won in the spur of the moment with big time players making big time plays. The truth is, these players would not be able to make these big time plays without work that was done during the offseason. “I use the offseason to work on all my skills,” said…
Most people would say that nothing good can come from skateboarding. It’s too dangerous, or takes time away from other extra-curricular activities. But for sophomore Jackson Finnegan, skateboarding taught him more than just how to do radical kick flips. “I’m a photographer and designer for the yearbook,” said Finnegan. Being a photographer means more than…
Time is something many take for granted. It is often said that the days are long, but the years are short. Sophomore Britt Hall spends his time making sure he enjoys every second, while helping those in their golden years live life to the fullest. During the summer, Britt helps with his grandmother’s touring business,…
Sacrifice, prayer, and fasting are the typical attributes associated with the season of Lent, especially on Fridays, but there is always light in the darkness. For central Arkansas Catholics, parochial fish fries are their beacon in this time of fasting. Immaculate Conception in North Little Rock hosts only two fish fries a year during Lent,…
Waking up at 3:00 in the morning is not something most people want to do. The streets are deserted, and the sun is never up. But for Mr. Adam Dunaway, also known as Pool Boy on Alice 107.7, it is his daily routine. Mr. Dunaway said, “My alarm goes off at 3:20 I get to…
Michael Jordan. Johnny Unitas. Lionel Messi. These stars have something unexpected in common. None of their high school teams recognized their talents. Alumnus Connor Gilmore has a unique chance to become a superstar despite being unwanted by his team. Gilmore, class of 2012, is currently a pitcher for the University of Central Arkansas (UCA). It…
Prison was the best thing that ever happened to Mr. Barry Jewell. Mr. Jewell graduated in the same year as Mr. David Massery. Mr. Massery said, “I’ve known him [Mr. Jewell] since we met in the ninth grade. He was a very good student and quiet.” Mr. Jewell said, “I moved around a lot. By…
As sophomore Clayton Hart limped up a hill towards his lake house at Greers Ferry, he glanced down at his shoe, only to find blood gushing out of it. An ATV had fallen on his foot, and what he thought to be a minor bruise ended up being much more severe. He was not…
