news

Sniffing, huffing, inhaling, dying ...
The dangers of getting high on household products

Trick question: Which is more dangerous -- heroin or glue? The truth is, both are, but the latter is much more popular.

From famine to feast:
Student's life changed by event

"Change the way you view the world, your ability to impact it and your power to transform it." These words greeted me as I entered the 30 Hour Famine Web site.

Hot tips for a cool spring break

Another year, another spring break, and where are you? Think you'll be stuck in the house again? No way. Even though spring break has officially started, it's not too late to plan a road trip.

Periods vs. blocks:
Students discuss pros, cons of class schedules

Traveling through unknown territory can sometimes be intimidating, especially when it’s home to a well-known enemy. For two brave Capital High School students, the excursion began early one morning amid snowdrifts and black ice. Their mission: to prowl around South Charleston High School...

Students take action against underage drinking

Mothers Against Drunk Driving has developed a new initiative to deal with underage drinking called Youth in Action.

Playing dress-up:
Make-believe comes to life with Prom 2001 fashions

Don’t want to get fined by the fashion police on your big night? Here’s the inside scoop on this year’s most major trends from Lisa McCracken, advertising/marketing director at Charleston Town Center.

Prom doesn’t have to put you in the poorhouse

Like every year, the price of prom seems to be going up. So, how do we still have fun on this once-in-a-lifetime night, without going completely and totally broke?

The ultimate wardrobe awaits those who dare to get thrifty

Spring is right around the corner and you need some new clothes. Before you run to the mall and spend $30 on a tank top, or blow $250 in the Abercrombie & Fitch catalog, consider the alternative: second-hand.