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The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

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Rebekah and Bryn Pennington pictured working at Cascade Roadhouse.
After two years of employment, Rebekah Roub has solidified her spot in the workforce and encourages others to do the same
Maylee Ohlman, Managing Editor of Publicity • October 4, 2024

Once, when answering a phone call at her workplace, Cascade Roadhouse, junior Rebekah Roub picked up the phone and said to the receiver, “Forest...

A picture from my most recent shift with some of my coworkers.
A tale of broken waffle cones, frayed blue shirts, and being in endless awe of humanity
Maylee Ohlman, Managing Editor of Publicity • October 9, 2024

The first time I walked out of the ice cream and chocolatier shop with iconic maroon awnings, I clapped my hand over my mouth in a frail attempt to restrain my excitement.  I had just landed...

The poster for the new show featuring the brutal story of the Menendez brothers.
Besides the evident acting talent, Ryan Murphy, the producer for Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, deserves the backlash he's facing due to the disgustingly false retelling of the case
Rowan Szpieg, Editor-in-Chief • October 8, 2024

My passions come in waves. Each month brings forward a new hyperfixation for my subconscious to mull over, and the extensive research that...

A movie poster for Civil War foreshadowing the darkness, danger, and mystery of the film.
With extravagant cinematography and a direct storyline, A24's Civil War presents viewers with the dystopian fate of the United States
Elle Manning, Staff Writer • October 7, 2024

Reflecting the tumultuous state of the United States in the early 2020s, Alex Garland’s Civil War depicts the country’s demise.  Set...

Bailey and Micah stand in a scenic landscape in Arizona—a picture that, like the sound of a whip, perfectly encapsulates the essence of "Ride All Day."
The Figs’ debut album encompasses the nostalgic feeling of campfire songs, barefoot crusades, and late summer thunder shows
Micah McClarty, Copy Editor • October 4, 2024

In the meta-modern age of 2024, I can confidently say that I have discovered most of my favorite bands and musical artists online. For the...

XCX and Sivan under the lights, mid-performance, on their 2024 Sweat Tour.
Charli XCX and Troye Sivan’s Sweat Tour: my all-encompassing guide to the appropriately named rave
Elle Manning, Staff Writer • October 3, 2024

Kicking off her joint tour with pop star Troye Sivan, Charli XCX showed us that, yes, she is all about throwing parties. Releasing her first...

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An example of an outfit that I liked in years past and will continue to like in the present.
How internet aesthetics turned personal reinvention into a seasonal activity
Elle Manning, Managing Editor of Operations • October 11, 2024

In sixth grade, while I didn’t have much of an idea what I was doing or how to execute it, I wanted to achieve the alternative style that flourished...

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A collection of various pop-culture inspired Halloween looks from year 2024.
2024’s Halloween lookbook, complete with a multitude of pop culture moments from this year
Micah McClarty, Copy Editor • October 11, 2024

As Lindsey Lohan once said, “Halloween is the one night a year where a girl can dress up—” That’s where the quote will end today,...

Photo Gallery: Boys Varsity Soccer vs Ottawa Hills
Photo Gallery: Boys Varsity Soccer vs Ottawa Hills
Addie McDowell, Staff Photographer • September 9, 2024