Opinion: Capital punishment should be replaced with rehabilitation programs
It is inscribed in our countries past and present that an eye for an eye is just. Capital punishment has been employed by countries, empires and kingdoms for centuries. The logic is simple, but almost...
View ArticleStudents of all ages get license
Learning to drive is an opportunity that many students take so they can get out on the road as soon as possible. Sophomore Corin Vogel, senior Douglas Carcamo and sophomore Gabrielle DelBiondo are...
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English classes fly kites to experience “The Kite Runner”
“The Kite Runner”, by Khaled Hosseini is read by all of the English 10 honors classes and is one of the most-enjoyed books at that grade level. In fact novel is one of many in the running for the...
View ArticleMinor Disturbance one of two high schools groups to perform at JMU “Sing Out”
The seats at the JMU Forbes Center were all sold out as the annual Sing Out a capella concert occurred March 23 and 24. The groups showcased were many college sets as well as some high school groups,...
View ArticleVarsity boys tennis comes away with win despite playing one seed up
The varsity boys tennis team was able to come away with the victory Thursday, March 24, evening against the Colonels of James Wood High School. Due to the absence of their second seed, every athlete on...
View ArticleTHMS eighth grade students visit for tours, early orientation
On Friday, March 25, all of the eighth grade students from Thomas Harrison Middle School walked to the high school for a day filled with information that would assist them throughout their freshmen...
View ArticleLuhn goes to France for Spring Break
This year, the Luhns went to France for Spring Break. Freshman Avanelle (Ava) Luhn went on a trip to France for two weeks starting this past week extending through Spring Break. “We are staying on the...
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Photo Gallery: Varsity Baseball vs. Amherst
The Amherst and Harrisonburg varsity baseball teams line up for pre-game introductions and the national anthem. Harrisonburg lead off hitter Cade Templeton takes a swing in the on-deck circle prior to...
View ArticleVarsity baseball falls to Amherst in extra-inning battle
The Harrisonburg varsity baseball team fell to Amherst High School 14-10 in an extra inning, Conference 21 battle on Saturday, March 26. Amherst got off to a fast start, scoring one run in the first,...
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Runners qualify for regional meet, look towards states
The HHS track team traveled to John Handley High School to compete in the Conference 21 track meet on Thursday, May 19. It was the first meet of the post-season. Runners who competed had a chance to...
View ArticleJROTC banquet honors cadets for leadership, academics
The semester JROTC awards ceremony is a time to honor cadets as they are recognized for achieving goals and performing well throughout both the year and semester. The night began with the cadets...
View ArticleOpinion: Concert tickets are worth purchasing
If there’s anything I’ve learned in the past, it’s that concert tickets are worth purchasing. Many people think spending a lot of money just to watch someone sing isn’t worth the hype, but who says the...
View Article10 tips to get you through summer concert season
As concert season is almost upon us, I thought it would be fitting to share some of my concert tips that I have gathered from past concerts. As far as concerts I’ve attended goes, I have been to two...
View ArticleOpinion: Tennis is just as much a sport as others
When most people think of sports, tennis seems to be one that slips the mind of almost every person. I will admit that, before this spring, tennis was not on my top ten list of sports either. It seems...
View ArticleHarrisonburg boys soccer beats Millbrook in make-up game
Harrisonburg’s varsity boys soccer defeated Millbrook High School 1-0 in the Conference 21 West semifinals on Tuesday, May 24. The game took place at the JMU turf field due to poor field conditions at...
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Gallery: Fine Arts Academy performs final showcase
On Wednesday, May 25, the Fine Arts Academy performed their final showcase of the year. The showcase featured a final project performance from the academy’s first ever seniors, Laura Ruple and Jaymie...
View ArticleEnd of year math banquet honors students, recognizes achievements
The math department recognized over 75 students at the annual math awards celebration on Monday, May 23. The top scorers in the Virginia Math League were commended as part of a team that finished 2nd...
View ArticleProm held in new, rural venue
The Paris-themed Prom occurred on a gray day, but allowed bright colored dresses to pop against the duller background. Soft lighting was shed because of the clouds, which aiding in picture-taking....
View ArticleOpinion: New season provides exciting opportunities for Redskins
As a Washington Redskins fan, I am very much looking forward to the 2016-2017 NFL season. The amount of players that the Skins have picked up since last season will help the Redskins win back-to-back...
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