Why Teens Need Screens
By Amelia Rogers Nuebarth When teenagers go to watch a show or a movie many gravitate towards romance, drama, comedy, horror, and action genres. Teens tend to binge TV shows more frequently than watching movies since they last longer and…
The Shorting of Attention Spans
By Hunter Alba In an era dominated by social media, instant feedback loops, and digital distractions, people are starting to notice the declining attention span of teenagers. Studies have shown that teenagers’ ability to focus on tasks for an…
The History of the PGA Tour in Jacksonville
By Kyle Schatz The Player’s Championship is one of the biggest events every year in the Jacksonville area, but it was not always played here nor was it the first PGA golf tournament in town. The First PGA tournament in…
Turn Signals: The Most Underrated Feature in Your Car
By Ryder Navarra Ah, turn signals. A marvel of automotive engineering, a simple yet effective way to communicate with fellow drivers, and, for some reason, a tool that often is completely overlooked. It’s fascinating, really—watching cars glide through turns with…
The Pressure to Stand Out
By Kayla Edwards As students approach college application season, many take on more responsibilities than they can realistically manage. They often enroll in additional AP courses, join multiple clubs, participate in sports, work after-school jobs, and take online classes. However,…
A Look into Ponte Vedra Beach’s Historical Landmarks
By Cami Felsing Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, located right outside Jacksonville Florida, is a coastal town with a rich history. One of the most notable landmarks is the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, established in 1928. This historic resort has…
Ever-growing Housing Affordability Problems in St. Johns County
By Max Sheikh St. Johns County is known as one of the fastest-growing counties in Florida, yet for many young professionals and working-class residents, finding an affordable place to live becomes more difficult each year. With a median home price…
Big Colleges vs Small Colleges
By Henry Weitz The decision between going to a large college and a smaller college is something high school students struggle with in their college application process. Students decide on their college by conducting research, visiting different schools, and ultimately…
History of Cape Canaveral
By Chase Cowan Cape Canaveral, home of Kennedy space center (KSC) is located in Brevard County, Florida. In 1963, following president John F. Kennedy’s assassination, the cape was renamed Cape Kennedy, but that was temporary. In 1973, its name was…
The Effects of Perfectionism and Maintaining a Perfect College Application
Lucia Gabriel Perfectionism is commonly assumed to be a positive trait in students, but when it gets taken too far, there can be many negative effects. It can cause increased anxiety, stress, burnout, and low self-esteem. It is important to…