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Has Spring Fling Flung?

Has Spring Fling Flung?

RUBY THOMS
May 23, 2024

As many know, the Spring Fling was canceled four times in a row. Why has this happened two years in a row? What’s the real reason? Is it our post-COVID generation, or perhaps dance culture as a whole? Firstly,...

We Need a New Cannon. Let’s Start with ELHS.

We Need a New Cannon. Let’s Start with ELHS.

Opinon of: RUBY THOMS
March 22, 2024

James Joyce. F. Scott Fitzgerald. John Steinbeck. How many of those names did you recognize? J.K Rowling. Steven King. John Green. How many of those names did you recognize? This first batch are...

BTS: Behind the Scenes of  Senate

BTS: Behind the Scenes of Senate

RUBY THOMS
March 20, 2024

Blood Drive. Graduation. Dances. And yes, of course there are still fundraisers, class trips, and prom. While the final product of most of these memorable high school activities seem smooth and simple,...

Tom Matlock winds up to throw at a track meet this season.

Tom Matlock: School Record Destroyer

RUBY THOMS
February 26, 2024

ELHS junior, Tom Matlock, set the school record for the shot put at a whopping 63’0.25”. That’s as long as two fully grown whale sharks. Who held the previous record you may ask? Well, he did....

In April, Manwaring piloted a flight to San Francisco.

ELHS Students Fly High to Aviation School

RUBY THOMS
January 30, 2024

To most, flying seems simple: you pack your bags, book a flight, and land safely. However, most people have no interest in the aviation aspect of travel, they just rely on the pilot to get them to their...

Is a Four-Day School Week Worth Trying?

Is a Four-Day School Week Worth Trying?

Opinion of: RUBY THOMS
December 6, 2023

Every student loves the sound of it. Every teacher questions it. Every administrator fears it. Businesses across the globe are converting to a four-day workweek after seeing the productivity and...

Where Does EL Recycling Really Go?

Where Does EL Recycling Really Go?

RUBY THOMS
December 5, 2023

You're probably used to rolling your recycling can down to the curb every other Wednesday. The trucks come pick it up, and that’s where your journey ends. However, your recycling still has a long way...

The Secret of the Smith Harris House

The Secret of the Smith Harris House

RUBY THOMS
November 1, 2023

Creeeeak... AHHHHHHHHHHH! A woman was walking through the Smith-Harris House, when all of a sudden she heard a piercing scream coming from inside. She quickly rushed out onto the green. James...

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