Over the last 10, the Penguins have gotten at least one point in each game. Just when it started to look out of reach for the Pens, they have gotten super hot and now have a spot in the playoffs momentarily. If you’re a Crosby fan, you want them in the playoffs, so Crosby gets…
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Skipping Pittsburgh Concert Venues – The City All Artists Hate?
Living in Pittsburgh if you are interested in art has always been an interesting experience. Andy Warhol totally put Pittsburgh on the map if you are interested in physical art. And you would think with more recent singers like Christina Aguilera and rappers like Wiz Khalifa and Mac Miller, Pittsburgh would hold its own in…
A Bill that could Ban TikTok Continues Its Path: What It Means for You
On March 13th, 2024, the US House of Representatives voted to pass a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban against TikTok, one of the world’s most popular social media apps. While it hasn’t passed through the Senate yet, many people online are concerned and outraged by the bill being passed in the House….
Before NFL Draft, A Look Back At Steelers Busy 2024 Offseason
It is no secret that just about every NFL roster will look quite different for this upcoming season. Monday, March 11th was the first day of free agency with many shocking moves across the league. A couple of big names found their new homes such as Saquan Barkley, Kirk Cousins, Gabe Davis, Brian Burns, and…
2024 Shakespeare Monologue Scene Contest Includes Avonworth Winners
On the 30th anniversary of the Shakespeare Monologue & Scene Contest, 5 Avonworth students have been recognized for outstanding performances. For the Middle School monologue competition, ranging from 4th to 7th grade, Kate Jeon has qualified as a finalist and won within the Lower Division category. The Avonworth student represented Helena, a character from Shakespeare’s…
Student Finance Team Wins States, Heads to Nationals in May
As they were leaving the building, Personal Finance teacher Mr. Lincoln heard his student’s ambitions loud and clear: “Next year, we’re going to win.” One year later, seniors Brayden Simmons, Ryan Hetcko, and Stuart McAdams reached their goal, winning the state competition in the PA Personal Finance Competition held by the Foundation for Economic Educaiton….
Star Wars Phantom Menace Rereleased In Theatres for 25th Anniversary
25 years after starting what we now know as the Prequel Trilogy, Star Wars: The Phantom Menace will be celebrating its 25th anniversary on May 3rd, 2024. The Phantom Menace marked the return of the Star Wars saga after a 16-year break from the previous installment, Return of the Jedi in 1983. Audiences excitedly received…
Movie Previews: Looking Ahead To The Fall Guy
With April’s cinematic journey flying by and gradually coming to an end, the spotlight shifts towards May and what it will have to offer. I did not think there was anything special about any of the April 2024 movies so far, which is why I am especially excited about this next month. As we look…
Caitlin Clark: The GOAT
Caitlin Clark’s legacy shouldn’t be, or cannot be questioned. What the Iowa native has done for not just the game of women’s basketball, but the history of basketball in general. The legend just ended one of the single best college basketball seasons ever for an individual. She has had accolades come at her left and…
School Dismisses at 1:20 on Monday, April 8th for Solar Eclipse
A day before Spring Break, ASD communications sent parents and caregivers notice about an early dismissal at 1:20 due to the timing of the solar eclipse. https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/ Journalism 2 interviewed students Friday, April 5th to hear about different plans from students. Senior John Nalavenko: “I’ll be watching…I don’t have the glasses, I am excited [since]…