Charleston Chaos: Here’s What Went Down at the South Carolina Debate and Beyond

February 25 was the South Carolina Democratic Debate. The battle for dominance between the candidates has picked up as Super Tuesday looms in the not-so-distant future, happening on March 3. This debate was slightly less explosive than Nevada, but the candidates still managed to land hits on one another, especially Senator Elizabeth Warren to Senator… Read More Charleston Chaos: Here’s What Went Down at the South Carolina Debate and Beyond

March 3, 2020March 3, 2020 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Teachers Were Once Students Too!

Every weekday we wake up bright and early to head to school. As students, we walk into school tired with little energy; some of us are miserable, and we just don’t care. Then, we go to four classes each day for about 80 minutes with a 20-25 minute lunch period. Some students may be lucky… Read More Teachers Were Once Students Too!

February 28, 2020 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Homecoming 2019

Homecoming for some seniors is just another dance they go to to have fun with their friends, they think it’s no big deal. For some of the new freshmen, however, Homecoming is something they have been waiting for. It’s their first big dance. Here are some Q&A’s from students about how Homecoming was: Question#1 What… Read More Homecoming 2019

November 22, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

EEE Outbreak in Ledyard

Eastern Equine Encephalitis, also known as EEE (Triple E for short), is a virus carried by mosquitoes that targets the body’s central nervous system. Some symptoms include, but are not limited to, fever, vomiting, headache, and coma. The virus has been identified in Ledyard, because of this, outdoor sports are not allowed to have practice… Read More EEE Outbreak in Ledyard

October 17, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Spooky Superstitions

Spooky season is here! With the recent occurrence of Friday the 13th, it seems only appropriate to discuss some well-known superstitions. Historically, many unfortunate events have happened on Friday the 13th, leading to widespread fear and to some, the belief that the day is jinxed and extra precaution must be taken. For many, Friday the… Read More Spooky Superstitions

October 11, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

There’s More Than Just Football

It’s the first home game of the season and the bleachers are packed. Students from all grades line up to buy their hot cocoa, then head over to cheer for their peers. The next day, everyone hears about the plays they watched, and the football players are praised for their great work. But, what about… Read More There’s More Than Just Football

October 3, 2019October 3, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Who’s The American?: Thoughts and Theories about The Netflix Hit Series “Stranger Things”

*SPOILER ALERT* *IF YOU HAVE NOT WATCHED SEASON 3 OF “STRANGER THINGS” DO NOT CONTINUE READING* The last season of “Stranger Things” had every viewer on the edge of their seats. But the one episode that had everyone’s attention was the last one: episode eight, “The Battle of Starcourt.” It was an emotional rollercoaster with… Read More Who’s The American?: Thoughts and Theories about The Netflix Hit Series “Stranger Things”

October 3, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

End of the School Year

Well, guys, we’ve almost done it. Today was our last day of classes before finals. This was a good year. There were a lot of changes but a lot of things stayed the same. We’re growing up and at the same time are not quite old enough to do everything we want to do. Maybe… Read More End of the School Year

June 7, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Giving Back This Summer

Bushnell Park Foundations : Summer volunteer work which includes cleaning Hartford parks. Volunteering is held on the first Saturday of each month from 9 to 11 am. You’re also provided gloves, snacks, water, and equipment. To volunteer, email the director, Mary Zeman @ manager@bushnellpark.org Art For AIDS : Volunteers are wanted for the 10th Annual… Read More Giving Back This Summer

June 7, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

CelebriTEA: James Charles vs Tati Westbrook

The talk of the internet over the past few weeks has been all about the friendship break between YouTube beauty influencers James Charles and Tati Westbrook. Countless videos supporting each side have been surfacing the web, causing tension between the two and their fans. History James and Tati’s friendship goes all the way back to… Read More CelebriTEA: James Charles vs Tati Westbrook

June 5, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment