Review: Simon inspires happiness on screen, on paper
March 28, 2018
Filed under A&E, Books, TV & Movies
Blackmailing, falling in love, stressing out, coming out and coming of age all join hands to create the reality of Simon Spier in the novel “Simon Versus the Homo Sapiens Agenda” by Becky Albertalli. But Simon now has taken to the screen through the adaption film called “Love, Simon.” Both novel and mov...
March Magic: Clover pin DIY
March 13, 2018
Filed under A&E, DIYs & Fashion
Avoid getting pinched this St. Patrick’s Day. This DIY is perfect for minimalists that want to show a bit of a festive side. Create a cute clover hair pin that can be dressed down or up. Wear this in your hair in any hairstyle of choice, an adorable high bun, braids and more. Keep it sweet and simp...
Cuisine
March 10, 2018
Filed under A&E, Asian Culture Series, Food & Restaurants
Baozi “Bao” itself, means “bag” in Mandarin. This dish is simply a steamed rice flour bun that holds vegetables and meats like a bag. Whereas dumplings and potstickers have a thin skin over the filling, baozi have a thicker, bread-like covering and fluffier texture. Baozi can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This is ...
Fantastic Eats with Q and E: Vegan Blueberry Muffins
March 3, 2018
Filed under A&E, Food & Restaurants
https://vimeo.com/257413804 “Fantastic Eats with Q and E” is going vegan with this treat based upon a recipe from Elephantastic Vegan. In this edition, we will be baking vegan blueberry muffins with a lemon crumble topping. This delightful recipe is a scrumptious option for anyone that is tryin...
Fashion trends that should stay in 2017
February 28, 2018
Filed under A&E, DIYs & Fashion
Clear-Plastic Pants: Clear plastic pants were the most talked about trend this year. Was it because it was something so new and interesting or a ridiculous joke? My thoughts were along the lines of a tad bit tacky. It seems like the more skin shown, the sexier it is. Wrong! Imagine wearing these in w...
Review: “The Night Circus” is full of details but little development
February 27, 2018
Filed under A&E, TV & Movies
The black and white striped tent is the centerpieces looming above the characters that are awaiting for readers to discover the mysteries hidden beneath the folds. The tarps are covering the world of suspicion, the world of “The Night Circus.” “The Night Circus,” written by Erin Morgens...
Review: “Black Panther” is more than just your average Marvel movie
February 21, 2018
Filed under A&E, TV & Movies
In an oversaturated market, Marvel’s newest release comes as a fresh new film to its wrinkled roster. “Black Panther” finally made its long awaited debut, critically acclaimed long before its public release and toting a star studded roster of Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, the star of Cr...
Culture Clash: Putin vs. Paddington
February 13, 2018
Filed under A&E, TV & Movies
The release of Paul King’s “Paddington 2” has set off a pair of explosive media receptions: it has broken a Rotten Tomatoes record for the most critically acclaimed movie to date and it was so popular that it became banned in Russia. The Ministry of Culture initially postponed it to preserve the...
Ventura County community unifies in “Solace” benefit gala
January 29, 2018
Filed under A&E, Events, Thomas Fire
As the lights began to flicker in Rancho Campana High School’s auditorium, audience members left the brisk outdoors and took their seats, unsure of what to anticipate. As written on the program, an evening hosted “by Students for Students affected by the Thomas Fire” took a simple idea and made it a...
5 DIYs to fight the frost
January 28, 2018
Filed under A&E, DIYs & Fashion
Cold weather: great for fashion, great for holiday festivities, but for your hygiene? Not so much. In these times of chapped lips, dry skin and frizzy hair, treat yo’self to these easy-to-make products, all designed to keep you looking fresh as a spring daisy, even through the bitter winter. &n...
Winter fashion for a “Ventura winter”
January 19, 2018
Filed under A&E, DIYs & Fashion
Everyone always sees the adorable large scarfs, knit sweaters and tall boots paired with socks during the winter season. In Ventura, Calif. our locals have to endure warmer weather this time of year. Don’t worry, you can still follow the cold trends this year in order to look your best for the s...
A&E: Best of 2017
January 11, 2018
This year marked some of the most emotional, action-packed films and series, diverse and unique music, 90's themed fashion trends and high quality video games. Click through the tabs to see our A&E staff's picks of the best of 2017! “The Greatest Showman” “The Greatest Sh...
Students groove at Sadie Hawkins Dance
April 19, 2019
Foothill Swim comes in first place in league finals
April 19, 2019
Recap: Senior night sentiments overshadow softball’s 4-3 loss
April 19, 2019
Track and field sweeps the competition at 2019 Russell Cup
April 16, 2019
RECIPE: Cool down by sipping watermelon slushies
April 16, 2019
Meet Team 4414 HighTide and their newest robot, “Banzai”
April 15, 2019