Why voting matters in the mid-terms: an open letter

Erick Mendez Staff Writer   Dear Young, Old and people somewhere in between, Voting matters. There are at least 100 different ways I could explain this. Short of one-hundred, I’ll provide you with as many reasons I can list. Political divide among friends, coworkers and lovers is at an all-time high. A reality television host…Continue Reading Why voting matters in the mid-terms: an open letter

Halloween sequel captures spirit of original

Michael Gennaro North Bureau Chief   When Universal announced they were making a direct sequel to the 1978 slasher classic “Halloween,” fans of the original had legitimate reasons to be skeptical. After all, this was a movie franchise that seemed like it had an infinite number of half-hearted sequels and spinoffs ever since the original…Continue Reading Halloween sequel captures spirit of original

Target’s new fall collection is budget-friendly

Doris Pace South Bureau Chief   Over the past year, Target has revamped displays and floor plans and added several brands with very friendly pricing for both men and women. Prices so good that you can actually buy clothes and won’t have to eat ramen for a whole week. Brands that have become a staple…Continue Reading Target’s new fall collection is budget-friendly

Epcot’s Food & Wine Fest: a great way to celebrate season

Elliot Tritto Staff Writer   What’s your ideal way to celebrate the great season of fall? Do you fill your home with decorations of orange leaves and pumpkins? Perhaps, you install air fresheners to give off that pleasing, nutmeg aroma of pumpkin. Conceivably, do you watch horror movies to hype up the terrifying yet beautiful…Continue Reading Epcot’s Food & Wine Fest: a great way to celebrate season

Howl-O-Scream is worth the trip and the scare

Doris Pace South Bureau Chief   As the sun begins to set and the darkness creeps in, Busch Gardens transforms from a happy, lively colorful thrill ride theme park to the dark, demented and terrifying world of Howl-O-Scream. Actors in camouflage wait eerily still and patiently for distracted guests to walk by as killer clowns,…Continue Reading Howl-O-Scream is worth the trip and the scare

Top 10 best college apps

Anabel Sanchez Online Editor College is one of the most rewarding experiences a person could ever have. However, it’s also one of the most stressful phases in a student’s life. The responsibilities seem to pile up with every passing day as the semester rolls on, and sometimes you’re left scrambling to deal with it all….Continue Reading Top 10 best college apps

Florida Panhandle rebuilding after hurricane Michael

Doris Pace South Bureau Chief   Florida residents know that when hurricane season begins, preparations begin as well. We stock up on canned goods, flashlights, batteries, water, put up shutters and take inventory of our possessions. We know the drill. We hope for the best and prepare for the worst but nothing could have prepared…Continue Reading Florida Panhandle rebuilding after hurricane Michael

Let’s talk about safe sex, baby

Michelle Castano Staff Writer   Out of approximately 3,005 counties in the United States, Miami Dade is number one for new HIV cases, followed by Broward County. So with this epidemic in our community, how are we educating ourselves on such issues? On Tuesday, Oct. 23 GSA hosted a discussion in regards to this increasing…Continue Reading Let’s talk about safe sex, baby

Students learn about staying safe on campus

Anabel Sanchez Online Editor   On Wednesday, Oct. 24, at Broward County South’s Student Life department and Henderson Student Counseling Services held a special meeting regarding student safety. Narrated by Frank Pallavicini, overviews on relevant topics such as sexual misconduct, reactions to violence and abuse, sexual abuse and identifying abusive relationships were discussed along with…Continue Reading Students learn about staying safe on campus