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‘The Exorcist: Believer’ possesses the theaters for yet another sequel

Iris McDermott, Staff Writer • November 20, 2023

The Exorcist franchise’s new addition, “The Exorcist: Believer,” hit the movie theaters Oct. 6, 2023, produced by Blumhouse and distributed by Universal for nationwide viewing, it is primarily available...

5 Reasons you should go see fall play, ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’

Addison Bruno, Viewpoint Section Editor • November 9, 2023

As the curtain draws and the drama room bustles more and more, we know the fall play is upon us. Opening night for the play begins this Thursday November 9th and is not to be missed. Here are five reasons...

Miley Cyrus ‘claws, chains’ her way through her history

Haylie Williams, Managing Editor • October 30, 2023

March 10, 2023 pop star and iconic Hannah Montana actress Miley Cyrus released her first album since April 2022, “Endless Summer Vacation,” featuring a song called “Used to be Young,” This song...

Fall into Autumn with these fun activities

Serena Springer, Staff Writer • October 19, 2023

It is finally Fall, which means it is an amazing time to do plenty of themed activities during this great time of the year. There are an array of fun things to do during Fall, with its many holidays...

One Piece sails into the docks of your TV

Jasper McAdam, Staff Writer • October 18, 2023

Where pirates run rampant and chaotic, the world of One Piece comes alive in the live action tv show adaptation of the anime and manga and surprised audiences with how well they pulled it off. It is an...

Lucy Scores with hit “Knockemout” series

Isabella Prewitt, Editor-in-Chief • October 12, 2023

Small-town romance novels entrance readers with their close-knit communities and the strangers who stumble upon them. However, best-selling author Lucy Score takes the small-town trope to new heights with...

XO, Kitty: Love and Discoveries in Seoul

June 10, 2023

XO, Kitty is a romantic comedy-drama series written by Jenny Han, that premiered May 18. on Netflix. The show is a spinoff to the movie trilogy “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before" also written by Jenny...

The live action Little Mermaid dives into theaters

Reagan Berry, Section Editor • June 8, 2023

Disney’s hit animation movie, The Little Mermaid, recently got a live action remake, becoming the 21st live action made from an original Disney animated film.Thought the movie has sparked some controversy,...

Your word is outstanding: Spring musical creates community and laughter amongst crowd

Brooklin Barilone, Editor in Chief • June 6, 2023

Look out Ventura, Buena Drama Departments rendition of The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee, came to town and left audiences on the edge of their seats, wanting more. Originally written by Rachel Shienkin,...

Shadow & Bone book series forces show adaptation into the shadow fold

Isabella Prewitt, Personality Section Editor • June 5, 2023

Spectacular light fills the hallowing darkness of the void, sparking visions of barren land, Alina faces sharp gleaming claws which lead to the monsters of shadow, the Nichevo'ya. Harrowing adventure,...

Local hidden gem Kyoto Sushi rolls taste buds away

Montserrat Garibay, Staff Writer • May 31, 2023

Down Telegraph Rd, in the corner of a small unsuspecting shopping center, stands Kyoto Sushi, an authentic and traditional Japanese Restaurant. If you are looking for a new place to try, Kyoto Sushi is...

‘Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’: Two steps forward, one step back

Brian Vera, Staff writer • May 22, 2023

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is the long awaited sequel to Jedi: Fallen Order that was released Apr. 28, 2023 for Windows, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Survivor offers a superior experience with its...