“La La Land” features superior soundtrack and magnificent cinematography

Image from Wikipedia: The two main characters dance for the cover of the movie.  By Sofia Rudus '26 There is a heartwarming feeling that is felt when watching romantic movies; everything is bigger and brighter and people’s feelings are strewn across the whole screen. However, in “La La Land,” the movie captures the feeling of … Continue reading “La La Land” features superior soundtrack and magnificent cinematography

Netflix series reveals the life of Selena Quintanilla 

Image from Netflix : This thumbnail reveals Christian Serratos playing as Selena Quintanilla for the series  By Allison Ortega-Benites '26 "Selena," the series on Netflix, is an amazing storytelling documentary, showing one of the most famous Mexican artists to this day. Selena Quintanilla was known as the “Queen of Tejano," a big icon in the … Continue reading Netflix series reveals the life of Selena Quintanilla 

Faith and identity explored in Ethel Cain’s “Preacher’s Daughter”

Photo from Spotify: The album cover for “Preacher’s Daughter” by Ethel Cain. By Sara Poric '26 Sometime in Oct. of last year, I was scrolling through TikTok and came across a video with a gorgeous song playing in the background. I instantly became obsessed with it and added it to my playlist. Soon after, I … Continue reading Faith and identity explored in Ethel Cain’s “Preacher’s Daughter”

Hook and Reel Cajun & Seafood Bar offers a mouth-watering seafood experience 

By Kristian Fearon '25 If you are a seafood lover, especially boils, and you crave fresh, flavorful seafood, then Hook And Reel Cajun & Seafood Bar is the place for you. In January, I went to enjoy dinner at Hook and Reel, and wasn't disappointed one bit. Located at 385 Boston Post Road, in Orange, … Continue reading Hook and Reel Cajun & Seafood Bar offers a mouth-watering seafood experience 

Emotions and harmony: Drake and PND’s $ome $exy $ongs 4 U is the perfect late-night drive playlist

Image from Wikipedia: PND and Drake by the CN Towers. By Xa'riyah Mitchell '25 This Valentine's Day, Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR surprised fans with the release of the album “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U,” a 21-track album that blends different genres, samples, and emotions. The album is the perfect vibe for a late-night drive, from seductive … Continue reading Emotions and harmony: Drake and PND’s $ome $exy $ongs 4 U is the perfect late-night drive playlist

Kendrick Lamar creates a musical movement during the 2025 Superbowl halftime show 

By Jaylynn Donaldson '25 “The worst halftime show ever” is how people describe Kendrick Lamar's 2025 halftime show and Lamar's performance is still being talked about due to the controversy around it. Many people have expressed hatred towards his performance saying it was not flashy, underwhelming, and too woke. People have even suggested that the … Continue reading Kendrick Lamar creates a musical movement during the 2025 Superbowl halftime show 

The “Awkward Black Girl” trope is what our society needs 

By Jaylynn Donaldson '25 The “awkward Black girl trope” is a refreshing perspective of Black women that we see more of in the media. The media has often portrayed Black women as the “sassy Black friend, ”the “angry Black woman,” the “strong Black woman,” and other stereotypes that limit and negatively shape the way Black … Continue reading The “Awkward Black Girl” trope is what our society needs