Nick Sanchez-Zarkos, Writer
February 2, 2021
After the disaster that was 2020, this year has either the capability of improving or worsening the state of our world today. Due to the Coronavirus, 2020 was heavily impacted and hampered in sports, technology, entertainment, and other industries. Natural disasters, major deaths, and jobs were lost or altered in the past year. 2021 promises to see sweeping change in hopes of building from the devastations of the start of this decade. Read on to discover what this year has in store in regard to movies, sports, technology/innovation, music, books, TV, and more.
The Good, the Bad, the Worse: A 2020 Recap
January 13, 2021
There’s no doubt about it: 2020 was a year unlike any other. Whether it was threats of World War III, Covid-19 deaths and lockdowns, racial inequality, or even the losses of well-known celebrity and historical figures, 2020 was ruthless in every nature. Despite the tragedy and hardship this year has made us endure, there was also some good that came from 2020. Read on for a recap of one of the most unforgettable years in the history of our world.
What Does Police Reform Look Like in America?
June 2, 2020
Surveillance versus Security- The great debate between privacy and protection
June 1, 2020
Countries such as South Korea, China, and Singapore have been using technology to stop the spread of the Coronavirus. But at what cost does this system of surveilance have on privacy and security? Are these systems effective? And could the United States ever go so far as to do the same?
Carson Zorn, Writer
February 25, 2021 • No Comments
On Sunday, February 28th the 78th annual Golden Globes will debut. The Golden Globes will kick off the awards season that will continue with the Screen Actors Guild Awards,...
21 Things to Anticipate in 2021(Movies, Sports, Technology, Music, TV Shows, Books, and more)
February 2, 2021
After the disaster that was 2020, this year has either the capability of improving or worsening the state of our world today. Due to the Coronavirus, 2020 was heavily impacted and hampered in sports, technology, entertainment, and other industries. Natural disasters, major deaths, and jobs were lost or altered in the past year. 2021 promises to see sweeping change in hopes of building from the devastations of the start of this decade. Read on to discover what this year has in store in regard to movies, sports, technology/innovation, music, books, TV, and more.
Breaking down the meaning of Solange’s “A Seat at the Table”
January 28, 2021
The experimental art of “Spilligion”
November 9, 2020
Grant Murphy, Sports Writer
February 19, 2021
While we are still very early in the season, the NBA is in full swing, and many elite stars are making their cases to receive the prestigious awards sometime in 2022. While...
February 7, 2021
February 6, 2021
Jackie Robinson: How One Man Broke the Color Barrier in Baseball
February 1, 2021
Ben Burton, Writer
February 9, 2021 • No Comments
Rapper J. Cole is widely regarded as one of the greatest rappers in the game right now, and arguably one of the best of all time, but he isn’t the same...
- Breaking down the meaning of Solange’s “A Seat at the Table” January 28, 2021
- Eternal Atake: Is it worth the hype? March 10, 2020
- Baking the Best Fall Themed Cookies October 31, 2019
Nick Sanchez-Zarkos, Writer
November 12, 2020
With Joe Biden’s projected win after surpassing 270 electoral votes, the 2020 U.S. Election reached historic wins as it elects the oldest president in US history, along with the first female vice president of color. Despite these monumental victories, the 2020 Election was a huge win in regards to the LGBTQ community, voter turnout, People of Color, animals in the White House, and more. Read on to learn more about how the results of this election are monumental for the history of this country.
15 Fun Facts About Election Day to Keep You from Freaking Out
November 3, 2020
The day is finally here. November 3rd, 2020- the day (or likely week) where Americans will hold their breath as votes are counted and the next President of the United States is chosen. Regardless of political preference or involvement, election day can be a stressful one, as polarizing views and fury of news take hold of your time and energy. In an attempt to distract you (but mostly myself) from the likely chaos that is about to ensue, read on for 15 facts about election day.
2020 Presidential Election Forecast
October 27, 2020
What to Expect During the September/October Presidential Debates
September 22, 2020
With Election day approaching fast and nominations secured, Trump and Biden have only a few more opportunities to attract support to their campaigns before November. The debates, which will take place on September 29th in Cleveland, October 15th in Miami, and October 22nd in Nashville, will be the first times that the two presidential nominees have debated on the same stage. Here’s what we can expect to see during what will likely become some of the fiercest and highly anticipated debates in modern election history.
February 22, 2021 • No Comments
If you would like more detailed background on what Black History Month is we have an article covering that linked here. There is a lack of education of what Black History Month is and why people celebrate during the...
Liberty’s COVID-19-related absences and OLSD’s reported cases in Dec. explained
December 18, 2020
Today marks the last day of school before winter break...
COVID-19-related absences-Liberty High school vs. OLSD case numbers explained
December 8, 2020
The Patriot Press recorded the number of COVID-19-related...
Dear OLSD: Stories of Racism in Our Schools
June 29, 2020
As America and the world take time to reflect on and...
Ben Burton and McKenna Christy
February 26, 2021
The Liberty DECA chapter participates in a “Community Giving” project every year where a select group of students raise awareness and donations for a specific organization....
February 22, 2021
My experience at the Casey Goodson Jr. rally
December 23, 2020
Here’s how the district records COVID-19 cases and communicates them to the public
November 18, 2020
Ben Burton and McKenna Christy
February 26, 2021
The Liberty DECA chapter participates in a “Community Giving” project every year where a select group of students raise awareness and donations for a specific organization....
78th Annual Golden Globe Awards: Television Predictions
February 25, 2021
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Ben Burton, Writer, photographer
January 5, 2021 • No Comments
The boys varsity basketball team had a hard fought loss against Dublin Coffman High School on January 2, at home. From the beginning of the game, Coffman had stellar defense...
- Boys varsity soccer vs. Hilliard Darby High School October 31, 2020
- Boys varsity soccer vs. Hilliard Darby High School October 5, 2020
- Boys varsity basketball vs. Thomas Worthington: District Semifinals March 5, 2020
- Boys varsity basketball vs. Northland Highschool March 2, 2020
