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Volume 3, Issue 4
Its Valentines Day! Keep that relationship running strong and take note of what NOT to do in this editionss Ten Ways!
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TEN WAYS
90s Toons
Autumn Myers Staff Writer
SpongeBob Squarepants is an animated television show that first aired in 1999, but did you know that it is the only Nicktoon from the 90s that hasnt ended yet? For many of us born in the 90s, hearing this kills our cartoon-filled hearts. Sadly many of a 90s kids favorite TV shows have ended, most of which do not even go into syndication. This is because they have now been replaced by new television shows, which are aimed at the new generation. Many of us may remember watching cartoons from Nickelodeon that first started airing in the 1990s such as: Rugrats, All Grown Up, CatDog, Hey Arnold!, Jimmy Neutron, Rocket Power, The Wild Thornberrys, Doug, Chalkzone, All That, Kenan and Kel, and The Amanda Show. When asked what show he watched the most growing up, Chance Koretos, junior, answers, I watched a lot of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but the cartoon I watched the most was probably Rugrats! I loved that show! Kylie Hopkinson, junior, also commented, I watched a lot of Rugrats. If I had the choice of bringing a show back though, I would choose CatDog. From Cartoon Network, one may remember: Dexters Laboratory, Cow & Chicken, Johnny Bravo, The Powerpuff Girls, Ed Edd & Eddy, and Courage the Cowardly Dog. These shows are not the only ones that a 90s kid had watched growing up, but they are the ones that had started in the 1990s. These shows gave us 90s kids something to look forward each day. Reruns were never looked down upon, only praised. We can all agree that these shows from the 1990s beat the shows that are currently being aired on Cartoon Network. Every 90s kid can remember a time long ago when Cartoon Network played CARTOONS. Now the channel seems to broadcast live action shows at least half the time. Such as Hole in the Wall, Dude, What Would Happen, and Destroy, Build, Destroy. If one is fortunate enough to have not seen these shows, consider thy self lucky and dont turn on the television. The list of wonderful memories doesnt end there. There were various other channels that broadcasted a 90s kids favorite shows. Other classics one may remember include: Scooby Doo, The Flintstones, Tom and Jerry, The Jetsons, Yogi Bear, The Smurfs, Popeye, and the all mighty Pokmon (which after 700 episodes is still airing). Television shows from the 1990s are still loved to this day by many. Just thinking about a favorite show, or getting the rare opportunity of seeing it once again, brings a bright smile to ones face. These shows are what made our childhood better, 90s shows had great humor, and actually had some good morals to the story. Today, we can only hope to help the new generation by sitting them down and pulling out the dusty VHS, praying that it wont eat the last Rugrats cassette.
The debate team: (left to right) Alyxis Cederstrom, Efrain Venegas, Todd Keyes, Tyler Schmechel, Justice Straub, Rachel Tilley, Nick Ridgeway, Heaven Marsh, Michelle Keyes
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HuMOR: GETTING THE lADIES Staff writer Blake Maughan reveals the ultimate methods of how to hook the babes and reel in the love. page 07
A&E: PERFORMING ARTS SCHOlARSHIP INDEx Relive the moment as CRHS seniors News ............02 Amanda Miller and Kable Barnhart Arts & Entertainment 04 compete with other Magic Valley Opinion ..............06 students in the Danny Marona Humor ..........................07 Performing Arts Scholarship. Features .......................................09 page 04 Sports ........................................11
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At the awards ceremony, structured environment, each school won in a variety says CRHS BPA advisor of events. Canyon Ridge Mrs. Bean. So for those students Hunter Barnett, interested in developing Heaven Marsh, Ana Pelayo- and testing their business Beltran, and the team of skills, join the Business Neil Kauppila, Jose Santos, Professionals of America Austin Schmahl, and and prepare for some good Kameron Yeggy all brought ol competition. home first place awards. The BPA competitions are a great experience for students of all ages to participate in. The Regional competition gives students a great opportunity to challenge themselves in Photo by Shayde Alves an academic and Canyon Ridge competitors pose for a group shot.
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Mitt Romney
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Its that time of year again. Campaigning time. Many esteemed men and women from both parties are competing to become the next President of the United States. In the Republican GOP four men are still in the race. Newt Gingrich is in first, Mitt Romney in second, Ron Paul is in third, and Rick Santorum is in last place. Many people heard of all of this hubbub, but does one really know whats going on? Lets profile top dog Mitt Romney. Mitt Romney came from an uneducated household. Neither his mother nor father ever finished college. But he worked hard and soon became the governor of Michigan. His wife Ann was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1998 and fought a long battle with breast cancer. Mitt stayed by her side the whole time. Mitt is not a career politician. He has spent most of his life in the private sector, giving him intimate knowledge of how our economy works. But he has also been an outstanding public servant. In one chapter of his career, he reversed the decline of a state mired in recession. In another chapter, he salvaged the 2002 Winter Olympic Games from certain disaster. When Mitt was elected Governor of Massachusetts in 2002, the state was in bad shape. Its budget was out of balance, spending was soaring, and taxpayers were being required to pay more and more in taxes for diminishing services. The state economy was going down the drain, with businesses cutting back on investment or even closing and unemployment becoming more and more common. Mitt made hard decisions that brought state spending under control. He restructured and strengthened government programs, cutting back where necessary and finding satisfaction from the citizens of Michigan. Mitt Romney is a business man. He is CEO of Bain Capital. That bloomed into Staples, Bright Horizons, and Sports Authority. Soon he returned to his old job and Bain & Company, now the CEO. Mitt definitely knows how to turn a bad economy.
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We have all watched television; therefore we have all seen commercials. There have been several commercials aired to promote the awareness of autism over the past few years. Many of us have heard of autism, but do we all know what it actually is? Autism is a disorder in brain development that occurs within the first few years of life. Those with autism experience difficulties in social interaction, communication, and behavior. Statistics from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) determined approximately 1 in 110 American children are on the autism spectrum. This statistic is a staggering 600 percent increase over only the past two decades. To be on the autism spectrum generally means that everyone with autism is
Drivers Ed at CRHS
teaches hundreds of high school students how to drive. Driving is a huge Drivers Ed students responsibility, and it is being seem to appreciate his taught to teenagers all over efforts and Kyle Roderiguez, the country at high schools a sophomore and former much like Canyon Ridge student in Drivers Ed, states, High School. Even though Mr. Stewart was a very every teenager is tickled good teacher; he was very to death to laid back in class get their Mr. Stewart was a and a really good license, every very good teacher... passenger for t e e n a g e r [He was] a really driving, Kyle isnt must go good passenger for the only student t h r o u g h who has made it driving. a drivers out of the class Ed course. -Kyle Roderiguez alive thanks to Drivers Ed is Mr. Stewart, offers at CRHS under the many students share his instruction of Mr. Stewart, a opinion of how Mr. Stewart teacher from OLeary. helped them through the Every morning for six six-week Drivers Ed course. weeks, Mr. Stewart shows up Drivers Ed teachers to CRHS early to teach the have to go through quite a basics of driving to a class bit of grief and he is a very of potentially scary drivers. brave man. The students Imagine the courage that can get unruly in these this job would take. A valiant classes. Bayley Seigworth, soldier with the potential to sophomore said, I really be slaughtered in a thrilling enjoyed drivers ED, but I car crash, Mr. Stewart will admit I did not pay too assumes the responsibility much attention! of many parents and
votes to go, he could possibly win. But the real issue is Obama vs. Romney. In a recent speech, Mitt Romney calls Obama, detached from reality, the people, and his own words. He had also said, the detachment between reality and what he says is extraordinary, I think its time to have somebody who says what he means and means what he says. (Shear, Article). Like in any other campaigns or competitions, there will always be one loser. After so many candidates have dropped out of the Presidential Race, it is becoming easier to see who it will be. With Ron Paul being in dead last with only 77, 943 votes, he may not get too far in this race, but theres always a chance for anybody to turn it around. Davis also added, I wouldnt want to see Paul win because he might fracture the votes, meaning take votes from the real two republicans competing, if he forms a third party. So there you have it, the updates on our Presidential Election. Keep watching the news for new information that is to come soon.
One of these days, a serious enough incident is going to take place . -Jared Berry
boy that was shot and killed in a Texas Middle School for refusing to drop a harmless pellet gun which the police mistook for a real firearm. Many people felt like the police acted responsibly under the circumstances, and many dont. It is accidents like
the huge scale smashing had happened before. Insurance companies dont always cover the damage and many had to pay deductibles for the damage done. When a thrill ride with a bunch of adrenaline rushes is more important than the law, something is wrong. Not only was the window smashing extremely wrong, it affected many different people in different living situations. With the economy still crashing, residents of Twin Falls dont always find themselves in the best of financial situations. The deductible had to just come straight out of the victimized residents wallet. Whoever committed these crimes needs to be caught before the next window is shattered. Instead of allowing someone who is in a bad situation to be victimized, prevent the crime/
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New Books
A ton of new books have come out this year and many people have been looking forward to them. Here is just a taste of some books that have already been in the top twenty best sellers list for Barnes and Noble. Inheritance: This book is written by the young author Christopher Paolini. It is the fourth book in the Eragon saga. The first book was written when he was just fifteen years old! With his first three selling twenty-five million copies, this fourth and final book printed 2.5 million on its release November 8, 2011. Eragon was nothing but a poor farm boy, and his dragon nothing but a blue stone. The fate of an entire nation rests on their shoulders. Many long months of training have brought victories and loses, yet the real battle has not even begun. They must confront Galbatorix. 11/22/63: A novel by Stephen King. This book is about an English teacher in Libson Falls, Maine, who makes extra money teaching GED classes. His
friend Al shows him that the back room of his diner is actually a portal to the past. Al enlists him to take over a mission, a mission that has become his own obsession to prevent the Kennedy assassination. You Know When the Men are Gone: This book portrays the life of wives and children in Fort Hood, Texas during the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. You know when the men are gone is an arresting portrait of absence, anxiety, patience and courage. Killing Lincoln: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever: this is the riveting historical narrative of the heart stopping events surrounding the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. In the spring of 1865, the bloody saga of Americas Civil War finally comes to an end after a serious of increasingly tragic battles. One man and his band of murderous accomplices were not happy with the generosity Lincoln had given General Robert E. Lee and the rest of the confederates and they decide to take things into their own hands.
genres such as extreme and progressive death metal. Daniel hopes to take his mad skill and determination to the next level and produce music that he, as well as the general public, will enjoy. Six years ago, Nic Schmid picked up a bass guitar and, at that moment, devoted his life to music. As the founding bassist for the metal band named Beneath Arcane Skies, Nic practices nearly every day to prepare for his big summer ahead. This summer, my band Beneath Arcane Skies plans to go on tour with Enon Chapel. Theyre booking shows everywhere and my future in music relies heavily on our success on the road. With great musical influence, from bands such as Korn and Slipknot, and extraordinary talent, Nic Schmid and his 5-string Brice HXB-405 bass are sure to hit the big time in this coming June. When it comes to inspiring others, both of the Schmids strongly
Daniel, left, and Nic, right, spend some quality Schmid time.
may not know him, some of his most famous movies include: Dumb and Dumber, Bruce Almighty, The Mask, and many more. Freshman, Brody Ferreira says, Jim Carrey is awesome, he supports autism and he is also hilarious. Most of Jim Carreys movies are funny, but every now and then he surprises audiences by also starring in serious roles like, Number 23, Yes Man, Batman Forever, and The Truman Show. Senior, Chantry Woods, says, Jim Carrey is funny, but hes really annoying and irritating! The Canadian actor has been acting in movies since 1990. Without any doubt he will be around for much longer. His ability to play the sincere, inspiring role as well as the lovable laughmaster will surely secure him as one of the most promising actors of all time.
expand. Blue October is incredibly talented due to the amount of work they place in both their lyrics and instrumental sound. Justin Furstenfeld keeps his lyrics honest, and isnt afraid to say it just how it is. Justin has struggled with bipolar disorder and drug problems, which gives him a unique way of expressing himself throughout each word he sings. They make for a one of a kind band, and after hearing their music, one will soon find out how. Kenny Harper, a senior, says, Ive been listening to Blue October for 4-5 years, I like them because they have songs that speak to my soul. Into the Ocean is my favorite song of theirs. Any Man in America is an album that truly tells a story. Listening to the lyrics in this album, one soon learns that Justin has a daughter named Blue, and has to struggle through a custody battle for the little girl he says has changed
his life for the better. It is also told through the lyrics that Justin went through a terrible divorce, and that the ex-wife/mother wasnt leaving him until she broke his heart in more than one way. This album was a colossal leap from their past work, and shows how much they have improved as a band. Blue October is a great example of what true music is. After hearing a few songs, their fans can feel the passion for what they do steam off of the speakers. Blue October shows that playing music isnt anything about record deals or how much money they can make, but to express oneself and be happy with what one does. They continue to be unique with everything they produce, just when one thinks they cant get any better, they do. The bands focus is to simply play in front of the world and show their astonishing talent, impressing millions around the world.
the front of CRHS. Even with the occasional birthday wishes, the rock shows little change. The most action this stone receives as of now is a little snow or rain. What happened to the consistent tagging that never once let up? Is tagging a thing of the past? This being said, the rock is crying out for attention. Canyon Ridge will lose the threat of the game if the first thing another school sees is a, Happy Birthday! This just is not menacing enough. That means it is time to take those school-colored spray paints and get going! This rock is in dire need of a makeover.
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are thirty minutes long and very entertaining; however, because of the content and situations presented in this show, it is not recommended for young children or one who cannot watch R rated films. Tosh.O is a very popular show for high school kids. Gaige Kepner, sophomore, says Tosh.O puts the O in lol. Although there are a few people do not enjoy Tosh.O because of the lack
of maturity in the show, Vincent Burke sophomore, says, Bunch of men of women puking, people doing stupid thing equals best show in the world I love you Daniel Tosh. Tosh.O has new episodes every week in its season; it is widely viewed and is very well liked. Its a great comedian show that has immense things to laugh at.
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Benefits of Reading
Alexis Bowler Features Editor
One may think reading is boring and pointless, but behind the turning of all of those pages comes the development of many benefits and ideas. Sadly, it seems that lately there has been a lack of desire or motivation to read a book, let alone even look at the cover of it. With reading, one can actually become smarter; reading is an active mental process. While reading, one gets to enter a new world filled with new experiences and new characters. Jordan Shindle, 12th, states, Reading is pretty awesome, it takes you to different places, and different times, and you get to see a characters life in your eyes. If students spent as much time reading as they do sitting on the couch and watching TV, society would all have the chance to become even more literate and gain more knowledge, creativity, and a deeper understanding of other cultures. As most would say, the books are much better than the movies; books have more detail and meaning behind them. Reading is also stress free, so when one has had a rough day at school, going home and opening a book can be soothing and provide a chance to unwind. According to Persistencelearning.com, reading improves ones focus and concentration. Senior, Sameer Zamel says, Reading is boring, because I have better things to do, and its just no fun. While reading a book, one is focusing on the book for long periods of time; one must also have the ability to concentrate and follow along with the book. So to some, reading may be boring and time consuming, but gaining knowledge and memory seems to be worth the time.
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products they purchase being tested on animals, the first step to stop or even slow down or do something about animal testing is to stop buying stuff with labels saying theyre tested on animals.
The Pak family dog looks longingly into the camera lens as the picture is snapped. This family could never imagine the horrendous testing done.
gifts are being exchanged to see some lucky person smile from cheek to cheek, but why is it that in modern day we celebrate is on just the 14th when really it was meant to be the whole month of February? Long ago during the Romanticism time, a priest
the death or burial of Saint Valentine. Approximately 141 million Valentines Day cards are exchanged annually, making Valentines Day the second most popular card-sending holiday after Christmas. (From a Did You Know off the History Channel.) Valentines Day is a cute celebration, but if someone can show their love to another way, then why cant they do so any other day? Valentines Day may be that one day to make someone smile and be happy, but it should be like this every day and not just one day. Blaze Requa, 11 says, Id say it is too overrated because everybody makes a huge deal about it like its more important than anniversaries and such. So to anybody who is a Valentines Day person, dont let this article get your hopes down, let it boost them up and keep celebrating the way you do.
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her at school. Then I would pick her up after school with another rose and take her to the South Hills to watch the sunset, then dinner and a movie. Its easy to say that not everyone loves the holiday, many feel as if its single awareness day. To an extent this is true; just keep in mind that maybe next year one will be able to spend the perfect day with a loved one. Perhaps there is no perfect date that exists; however, it may be perfect to that one person. Rather it is single awareness day or not, keep in mind that the hope is still alive and the holiday isnt just going to vanish. Happy Valentines Day everyone!
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do I. Dont forget to use the mating call to your advantage. Make sure that you use it in the open so it can be heard for miles, but using it in buildings causes echoes for enhanced effect. If you use these methods to your advantage you will get more chicks than you know what to do with. If they dont work, try again because youre doing it wrong! You better hurry; other guys might start using these any second now. Quick, flex!
Horoscopes
Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 19) Your fiery characteristics are bound to bring you some fiery love this Valentines Day. However, dont force anything or youll chase off all the potential bachelors or bachelorettes.
Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20) Youve been having a problem building walls against people that want to know you the most. Its time to let go of your worries! Let them treat you to a nice dinner and get to know them.
Gemini (May 21 - Jun 20) You are the person that thinks they are in love with every person they meet. Youre going to meet someone great this Valentines Day, but be sure not to move things too quickly.
Cancer (Jun 21 - Jul 22) You deserve happiness on this romantic holiday. Stop stressing out about all of the reasons why you THINK you dont deserve it. Let love in.
Leo (Jul 23 - Aug 22) Someone youve had your eye on may not know that you are interested in them. If you truly want to spend this Valentines day with them, let them know!
Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22) Though you might be the only single one amongst all of your friends on this holiday, you wont feel lonely. Its always nice to be romanced, but youll have love coming this Valentines Day.
Libra (Sep 23 - Oct 22) This Valentines Day youll be pleasantly surprised with an adventurous date! It will be just what youve been needing these past few weeks and youll enjoy every minute of it.
Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21) You truly dont know what to think about this romantic holiday. You would enjoy the company of someone but youre just fine with spending the evening alone watching movies.
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Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21) Youll have many date opportunities this Valentines Day and cant decide what to do! Dont think too hard about your decision. Pick the one that you think will be the most fun.
Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19) Youre going to meet someone this Valentines day that may seem to be very interested. They may be, but this isnt something you want to put your whole heart into.
Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18) Although, you desperately want the romance you see in movies and on T.V., it would be best to spend the evening with a friend or close relative. They will share some awesome advice.
Across 1. Fruit loops 2. Coco Puffs 3.Trix 5. Captain Crunch 6. Rice Krispies 7. Apple Jacks
Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20) A lack of interest from the guy or girl you have your eye on will cause you to feel a drop in your confidence. Dont let it overcome you. Something truly great in the romance department will occur.
Across 1. Uncle Toucan Sam searches with his nephews to find the definition of fruity goodness. 2. Im coo-coo for ____ ____! 3. Silly rabbit, ____ are for kids! 5. This naval leader loves himself some munchies. 6. Three noisily-named gnome brothers collaborate to create a tasty sensation in your mouth. 7. A stick of Rasta cinnamon races a particularly angry fruit to be the first to reach a bowl of this delicious cereal.
Down 1. Theyre more than good; theyre great! 4. This cereals little green mascot fights off a bunch of dastardly kids in order to defend his marshmellowy goodness.
box of chocolates and them having to nibble on every single piece of chocolate to find out which ones are utterly repulsive and which ones are actually decent. Not only do they look like picky eaters, but its one step closer to making them look like the rabbits that they already resemble. If only the box actually came with a little description of what each flavor of chocolates was. That would be too convenient for the customers though, so naturally, the companies wont ever make one. It would save A LOT of time for everyone, while also helping to keep ones wallet a little fuller. The box of chocolates
is a horrible gift, when one really thinks about it. No one keeps the box after all the chocolates are all gone, and the chocolates are usually gone within the first five minutes after receiving the chocolates. The box of chocolates is a horrible gift for Valentines Day, not only does it make one broke, but a lot of throwing up occurs on account of all the horrendous chocolates that are put in these boxes. If one wants to buy chocolate for their boyfriend/girlfriend save some money and time by just getting them their favorite candy bar. Theyll appreciate it a lot more.
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Jared Berry Staff Writer
As Valentines Day rapidly approaches, so does the pesky baby that wears a diaper, carelessly shoots arrows, and makes people go crazily in love. It is in this perilous time that one must always be on the lookout for cupid and try to avoid his arrows at all costs; unless that is, you want to be hopelessly in love with the very next person that you set your eyes on. But there is hope! Here are some surefire ways to know if cupid is stalking you and how to escape his curse. If you ever happen to be walking nonchalantly down the hall-way and catch a brief whiff of Baby Powder or see an abandoned Diaper in lying on the ground, beware, Cupid is near, and probably naked. Scurry out of the hallway as fast as your little legs can carry you, because you are being stalked by Cupid, who is just waiting to get you with an arrow. If any other time you feel uncomfortable, or like youre being watched, which you probably are, carry a shield (made from only the finest of dragon scales) with you to block any arrows that come flying your way. Whenever you hear a beautiful harp playing, or the sound of cheerful babys laughter that invites you to come check it out, dont do it. It is a masterfully crafted trap that is just waiting to be sprung. If you just cant resist checking it out, don the nearest suit of Golden armor and make it quick. Be warned, the sight of a naked baby flying around with wings and a harp can leave you scarred for life. Finally, the most obvious sign that Cupid is in the vicinity, is when you see people randomly making out all over the hallway. Be careful, your love life might be in jeopardy! The only thing one can do to escape this certain peril is to make a futile attempt at being madly in love with your closest neighbor. This gives you at least a tiny chance at escaping Cupids fiery darts of infatuation. Be warned though, making out with your nearest neighbor may not be the most pleasant experience!
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delicious bowl of Special K cereal, and then turns to the fridge. Exploring the fridge, she soon finds out that the milk has run out, and there is literally nothing else in the fridge. So in the absence of milk, she used her tears. Then attending school, the halls are soon littered with merry couples. They exchange gifts, and take the time to point and laugh as single Sabryna ventures the halls alone. After such a long day of school, she returns to her car and becomes astonished. Someone had keyed You are forever alone onto the side of her car. Turning on her car, she soon finds out that her tires have also slashed. She dials up her father and he says that he is on his way. For some odd reason, he forgot his way to the school, and Sabrynas rescue was delayed over an hour. Finally returning home, she hears her ringtone Fireball and answers her cell phone. She
is then told that her work is flooded and she needs to come in. She works at McDonalds. Once at work, the customers try not to stare as her tears fall onto the burgers being flipped. Returning home, Sabryna decides to log onto Facebook. The homepage is swamped with I love yous and statuses aimed at what she doesnt have. She then gains enough self confidence to take herself out to dinner. Sabryna drives around Twin Falls and is reluctant to see that Applebees isnt that busy. Entering the restaurant, she is happily greeted by the waitress. The waitress smiles and says, Table fortwo? Im guessing your significant other is using the restroom? Taking advantage of the situation, she responds with yes, and then is seated. Happy couples surrounding her, she ends her Valentines Day alone; crying in Applebees.
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Sarah Pak Staff Writer
Aloha, Kevin Brown Health & Wellness: avoiding that pain in the neck
One cant escape the constant buzz of a cell phone or mobile device. Everywhere tweens, teens, and young adults are text messaging, instant messaging, or looking down focusing on what is going on in the cyber world of their hand-held mobile device. Christian Williams, junior, says, I think Im texting pretty much all the time. Believe it or not, textneck is becoming a global epidemic. A study at the University of Queensland in Australia has found that text messaging is the most addictive digital service on mobile or internet, and is equivalent in addictiveness to cigarette smoking. What does this mean for most of the worlds teen and young adult population? Back pains, neck pains, headaches, and discomfort. Yes, texting and mobile devices such as mini laptops are causing such problems in the younger generations. Text-neck is a problem for those digital service users that causes one to tilt the head forward which then adds strain on the spine; most of it being on the neck. This is called FHP, which means forward head posture. For every inch of forward head posture, it can increase the weight of the head on the spine by an additional 10 pounds, according to doctor Kapandji of Physiology of Joints. An exact definition of text-neck is: An overuse syndrome involving the head, neck and shoulders, usually resulting from excessive strain on the spine from looking in a forward and downward position at any hand held mobile device, i.e., mobile phone, video game unit, computer, mp3 player, e-reader. This can cause headaches, neck pain, shoulder and arm pain, breathing compromise, and much more. A simple solution to this problem is holding the mobile device up to eye level keeping head up instead of looking down. If one is at home textmessaging they can lie down and hold the phone above their face. Another way to counter the FHP is to lie on the edge of your bed or stairs with ones head hanging off the edge so they get that natural curve back.
Todd Keyes, a sophomore at Canyon Ridge, demonstrates how to hurt the neck by leaning over his phone. (left) He then elevates the phone and keeps his neck straight which can be better for the neck. (middle) Finally he lays down in a comfortable position and elevates his phone straight up which may be the best way to text. (right)
Hawaii, a state many of us dream of visiting, is now home to a past graduate of Canyon Ridge High School. Kevin Brown graduated in May of 2011, and is now currently attending Brigham Young UniversityHawaii on the North Shore of Oahu. Kevin Brown plans to receive a Bachelors of Science in mathematics at BYU, and then he will transfer to another school to get a masters in architecture. Keep me in mind if you want me to design your dream home! Kevin happily adds. A lot of students decide to attend college in state, but Kevin took it to the next level by traveling thousands of miles across the ocean. But why travel so far away? Kevin decided to attend for various reasons, saying, I got a scholarship here, my father and a sister of mine went here, and I love Hawaii! BYU-Hawaii is the most diverse university in the nation; I love meeting tons of cool international people on campus. During his years at CRHS, Kevin enjoyed every minute of it. He was a very busy senior; Kevin was on the tennis and bowling team, Senior Class President, Vice President of BPA, organized Elevated Ski Club,
and was part of choir, Quiz Bowl, and the 2nd annual Mr. CRHS pageant. Kevin had nothing but great things to say about CRHS. When asked his favorite moment, Kevin explains, I have so many memories there, but the most memorable one was when my class organized the Luna Protest where half the school walked out to support our teachers. I will also always remember Pennies for Possibilities when our schools fundraising went into effect and we were able to make Christmas happen for struggling families. That was really cool! Kevin then concluded with some advice for the current students at CRHS. Enjoy every minute you have in high school! Even when times are tough, stay positive. Get involved with school activities and do as much as you can! And remember that you can go anywhere in life if you just work hard for it. Also, enjoy high school classes because college is tough! Kevin Brown is a great example of what many things one can do in high school. He was very involved with Canyon Ridge High School, and has now moved on to greater things. Kevin currently works at BYUHawaii with the Facilities Management Office; he has the weekends off, and so he explores beautiful Hawaii.
means that one was able to find someone whose time they enjoy. While maybe just a week later, the thought of being with them a second longer seems utterly repulsive. Lust is most commonly mistaken for love in teen relationships; we are an age group that may be too young to quite understand exactly what love means. It takes maturity and understanding to finally find love with another human being. Yes, some teens do in actuality find love in some relationships, but statistics show that the majority feel
nothing more than lust. Love knows no boundaries; one is willing to sacrifice anything for the person that they love. Lust cares only for oneself, being almost selfish in a sense towards the other person. In present day many people base a lot of things on movies and television shows that one watches. Not fully realizing that the majority of the show is in fact depicting lust and not love. It shows the viewers what they believe the audience wishes to see, and in todays society thats lust. No longer is love the main characteristic that shows up, because people would much rather see a couple making out, then watching just how much they love one another. Lust or love, many will debate on what they feel towards their significant other when analyzing ones relationship. Is there literally nothing that one is willing to sacrifice to be with the person they love? If the answer is yes, one most likely feels nothing more than lust.
Food challenges TF
Blake Maughan Staff Writer
Many restaurants have food contests. These contests involve eating large amounts of food in a certain amount of time; a big lure to those who love food and a good challenge. Many have tried, few have succeeded. For those who have succeeded, these challenges are an easy way to get a little glory and a lot of indigestion. In Twin Falls, there are some restaurants that feature challenges. Buffalo Wild Wings offers a challenge known as the Buffalo Wild Wings Blazin Challenge, in which you must eat 12 Spicy Hot Wings in only 6 minutes; no drinks are allowed and one cant wipe their mouth. While one has to pay $8.99, regardless if they beat this challenge, they will receive a free t-shirt and a spot on the wall of fame. Another challenge in our area is the Train Wreck breakfast challenge at the Depot Grill. In this challenge, one must finish six Pancakes, a full pound of sausage, and four eggs in 30 minutes or less. If one beats the challenge, he get a free t-shirt and the breakfast costs nothing, compared to $25 if he doesnt beat it. If he beats the record he get free breakfast until either he dies, or someone else beats he record, whichever comes first. This does not even come close to covering the food challenges out there, both locally and nationally. So if one loves food and has some spare cash go out and find a challenge. You too can be a dude vs. food at many different respective restaurants in Twin Falls or surrounding areas.
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Many people around the world struggle with awful addictions every day, and theyre trying their best to cope with them. A lot of the people who are addicts are in denial and refuse help. This is why TLC has come out with the jaw dropping TV series known as My Strange Addiction. As bizarre as eating rocks may seem, many others on this show tend to take their addiction to the extreme. Casie, a young widowed woman of just two months, carries her husbands ashes with her wherever she goes. When she cooks dinner, she buys the foods he likes and still makes him a plate. She also watches the TV shows he would love to be watching. As the show continued on, Casie explained how some of his ashes fell onto her hand and fingers. She claimed it would be rude to throw his ashes away, so instead she decided to lick her fingers. Now up to five or more times a day, she will lick his ashes off her fingers. Her husband Sean is almost
Magic Mountain
Kylar Moore Staff Writer
Every year the snow starts to fall and everyone gets excited to get up on the slopes and tear it up. This year was not the same. The end of 2011 and beginning of 2012 have had some very abnormal weather. The most affected by this abnormality are the ski resorts of Idaho. They are just like any other business and need customers, but with no snow they cant open. Our most memorable ski resort Magic Mountain is not on their normal schedule. Opening was extremely delayed due to lack of snow. When ski areas arent opening like this, they are
losing money and having a hard time keeping their business. The ski resorts that are open such as Sun Valley and Pomerelle are still experiencing the shortage of snow. These ski areas were just about to give up, but on January 18th it started to snow, and strong storms blew for about a week. Thankfully, the resorts started to level out in their average snow counts. Even though snow has been very scarce in Idaho this season, we seem to be pulling through. Before the most recent snow blew in David Pak, sophomore said It sucks when its freezing outside and theres nothing to show for it!
Tired of the same old cupcakes? Are the reduced for quick sale cupcakes provided by local grocery stores just not good enough anymore? Well, no more will one have to worry about this. The Cup Cake is a shop that has recently opened and is located just across from Kiwi Loco. Jeannie Fields opened this shop on July 28th, 2011. She has been a chef most of her life, and moved here three years ago from Buhl to get married. Jeannie says, When I moved here, there were no jobs in my sector of food business that I had been in. I chose to open a cupcake shop because cupcakes are the trend right now. I also feel that that is what Twin Falls was missing, and I thought it would be a great new addition to the town. Everyday the display of cupcake flavors rotate each day, so there is always something new to be tried. Some flavors are offered each day, such as Red Velvet, Lemon Meringue, and Chocolate/Vanilla
(cake with Cream Cheese or Butter Cream icing). These delicious cupcakes are prepared fresh, so one wont be disappointed with an old and bland cupcake. If one isnt looking for what the shop is named, one will surely find something to satisfy their sweet tooth. The other treats offered are Cannoli, Bread Pudding, Pear Torte, Bacon Noir Cupcake, Zucchini Bread, Coconut Macaroons, Oatmeal Fruit bars, Cake Pop truffles, New York Style Cheesecake. All of these treats are baked at random, so although each are not always available, there will be a new and different treat offered with each visit. The cupcakes offered are great to try, especially if one is tired of getting the usual yogurt across the street. Rachel Tilley, senior, says, My favorite cup cake is Red Velvet. I definitely recommend The Cup Cake for anyone who is out looking for a unique afternoon treat. There are many flavors that one wont find anywhere else. One
cupcake that is very unique is the Vermont cupcake, consisting of crumbled cake, maple, and candied bacon on top. When asked what she feels is her most creative cupcake, Jeannie Fields, after a moment of thinking, responds with, Thats a good question. For looks, I would say the Smores, but for taste, its Sticky Spiced Pear. I would say the ones with bacon are the most creative, but those are ideas that I have seen from other cupcake shops across the country. Jeannie Fields also adds, I make all of the recipes; they are a combination of learning from other chefs over the years and my own collection of recipes. Other flavors include Carrot Cake, Cheesecake Apple Streusel, Cookies & Cream, Caramel Apple, Banana Split, Smores, Hound Dog, Boston Cream, Brownie Bonanza, Almond Fun, and many unique others. So why not visit and enjoy a super delicious cup of cake; mention that you are a student, and you get 20% off! What a sweet deal.
to be a tourist in town. Wear goofy clothes, a backpack, a camera, and have an American flag. Take pictures of the things one actually sees everyday then smile and wave at people when they look at you funny. Visit random garage sales and look for great deals. Invite friends over and answer the questions to Jeopardy or Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader. See who can get the right answers. Learn how to juggle. But please dont use things that can possibly wound, maim, or blind a person. Go around town and draw chalk murals on random side walks or streets. (Just dont get hit or go onto private property.) Head to a well-trafficked area - like the mall, or the park - find a comfy spot and people-watch. Just try not to get caught. Have a frock swap. Gather together all the clothes one has never worn and have friends do the same. Put them all in a big pile, then take turns pulling
pieces out and trying them on. One will end up with more clothes than one could score in a shopping trip, and theyll all be free! Borrow a couple of odd-sounding movies from the library. If they end up sucking, its no big deal - they were free, after all. Host a poker night, using M&Ms as poker chips or go play laser tag with a big group. There may not be much to do here in Twin, but you can make fun! Make weekends memorable and unforgettable!
Keifer Starks, junior says this, I stopped eating fast food and drinking soda. I have lost twenty-six pounds because of it. I have not cracked. I just do not have an appetite for that stuff anymore. Keifer is a good example of actually going through with ones New Years resolution. He said he was going to stick to a resolution and he did it. A good way to make sure one actually goes through with their
resolution is to pick something that is actually attainable and doable. What Keifer did was very logical and it is working out for him. If a person makes a new years resolution and they have a hard time keeping on track they need to remember to pick something that is realistic, but challenging, and not to pick something way out of reach because that is setting oneself up for failure.
Sports
Nicole Savage Staff Writer
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him refuel his body with carbohydrates lost in the work out. Siyavash Askari, senior, is one the strongest lifters that Canyon Ridge has had in its three years. He has a total of 1350 pounds with 355 lbs. for his bench, 310 lbs. for incline, 425 lbs. for squat, and 260 lbs. for his power clean. Siyavash prepares himself for maxes by working out on a regular basis. After the work out, he tries to get as much protein as possible with eating food like, boiled eggs, chicken, and beef jerky. Weight lifting is a physically demanding activity and many take great pride with how much weight they can lift. With some insight from these two experienced lifters, getting there might be a little easier.
start getting the hang of what they want to do and play better ball altogether. The Oklahoma City Thunder in the west and the Chicago Bulls in the east have been picking up where they left off last year with the top records in their conferences. The Boston Celtics looks like that age is catching up with them with a 10-10 record and it is tough to tell in the Western Conference with so many teams being competitive and records being average throughout. However, with the loss of Chris Paul, the New Orleans Hornets have
plummeted to last place with only 4 wins. Kobe Bryant has been proving why they call him the Black Mamba as of late with prolific scoring performances as he tries to keep the Lakers winning. Also, be on the lookout for the Minnesota Timberwolves to make a run. Although they only have a 10-11 record, they have been playing great basketball behind the beast Kevin Love and the newbie Ricky Rubio whose arrival has made the team be more in sync than ever before.
It was that time of year again. Time for the Canyon Ridge faculty to face off against their town rivals, the Twin Falls faculty. This was the third annual game, and the stakes were high. The schools had a record of 1-1 against each other, making this game the ultimate tie breaker. Hopes were high, and both schools were doing everything that they could to help make their offense and defense better than ever before. The faculty did an amazing job, and no one can be disappointed with how the faculty played. The line-up for Canyon Ridge consisted of Coach Fox, Coach Hudleson, Coach Alsturlund, Trudy Weaver, Mrs. Jordan, Mrs. Holloway, Kasey Teske, Mr. Losser, Mr. Prigmore, Brooke Rey, Mr. Pierce, Mr. Tackett, Mr. Ridgeway, Mrs. Wray, Tia Killoy, and Mr. Brown. The faculty started out strong as the game first started up. Neck and neck with Twin, throughout the entire first quarter, it looked like once again Canyon Ridge was going to bring back the coveted trophy to Canyon Ridge. However when the second quarter began, Twin Falls suddenly got all this momentum, and increased
Top: Canyon Ridge faculty playing defense in the first half. Bottom: The Crimson Crowd supporting their teachers and coaches during the game.
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