Flu Season Approaching
Zyaria Hatcher, Staff Writer
February 24, 2020
It is finally that time of the year where a large number of the flu cases start popping up. The United States might be headed towards the worst flu in recent history. Already more than 19 million cases of the flu have been reported in the United States. Flu activity was low in late December, but n...
The Beginning of Aida
Madalyn Cottrell, Staff Writer
February 20, 2020
Last month on January 7 and 8, forty-one students auditioned to be a part of MV Theatre’s spring show Aida. Auditions are a nerve wracking experience for some, but the students came through and gave it their all. Thirty-seven students ended up making the final cast; however, with auditions and the...
How Seniors Feel About School Ending
Taylor Jones, Staff Writer
February 16, 2020
The last half of the year can be a grueling time for some in the senior class. From college applications to graduation, there is a lot on their plates. During the last half year, the seniors look forward to their upcoming future. “I am going to miss a lot of my old friends, but I feel ready to graduate...
February Horoscopes
Katelynn Hexamer, Staff Photographer/Writer
February 7, 2020
Many people love to see what their horoscopes are for the month or for the day. The word horoscope is an astrological chart or diagram showing the positions of the sun, moon, planets, and astrological aspects with careful angles at the time for an event, such as the moment of a person's birth. The word c...
Audition Tips
Madalyn Cottrell, Staff Writer
February 3, 2020
Auditions for Mt. Vernon’s production of Elton John’s Aida have passed, and looking into future auditions there are some things one may need to know before taking the stage. Going in, some people might be rather nervous to audition, especially if it is something they have never done before. To r...
Fun Things to Do in The Snow
Gabe Thomas, Staff Writer
January 30, 2020
We all live in Indiana, and knowing this weird state, we know the weather. Unlike states out west, it snows a lot in Indiana. If you wanna have fun out in the snow, then here are some things you can do. The first thing you can do is go sledding. If it snows enough, you can grab some friends and f...
Exchange Program
Katelynn Hexamer, Staff Photographer/Writer
January 21, 2020
Mt Vernon has had an international student exchange program for years. The current program started in the 2016-17 school year. As part of this program, international students come to the United States, for as little as months and as long as two years. Current students are from Spain, Vietnam, German...
92nd FFA National Convention
Claire Jaques, Staff Writer
December 11, 2019
The 2019 FFA National Convention & Expo took place in Indianapolis, Indiana. FFA advisors bring their members from all over the nation. For many, the convention is an opportunity to meet back with friends from across the nation. From the Virgin Islands to Texas, members of the FFA look forward to this...
