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Dec
09

DECA season begins

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Julieanne Reum, Junior Staff Writer

The long practices, the competitions, the major effort and responsibility have begun. DECA is a marketing and business club at CCHS. Students compete to win and succeed when they are required to solve a case problem.

The DECA students practice on Thursday nights from 7:00- 9:30, and then Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“DECA really helps me in my other classes because it makes me think way outside the box,” junior Eric Goodnough said.  “In addition, our team is a family; we stay in nice hotels, and meet cool people from all over the state. It is a good experience for all of us.”

“It is fun, but also a lot of hard work,” junior DECA officer and Historian Tiana Terrell said. “You cannot just join and then automatically succeed with it. It takes time and effort. It is really fun going to conferences because when we walk in, everyone just knows we are the best.”

“Our team is so successful because of Mrs. Newberry,” Goodnough added. “She has every DECA test ever made, as well as every case problem. She knows what she teaches and she is very organized. She has been doing this for about twenty five years or so.”

DECA is very important to the members and competitors of the association.

“You are part of something huge (16,000 kids at Internationals),” junior DECA state secretary, Grant Lindblom said. “It develops speaking skills and you can get a ton of money in scholarships. This makes DECA so important in high school.”

The DECA team competes throughout the year in Wyoming, Nebraska, Utah, and even California. They take on huge adventures every competition and usually result in success.

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Nov
03

A Brother’s Journey

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On September 11, 2001 I left my happy small-town kindergarten class in Mellette, South Dakota to find my parents at home. They sat me down and explained to me that there was a fire, and many people were hurt.

Although I was only six, I knew that there was something more wrong. And now ten years later, the events of September 11th have hit closer more to home than I have could ever imagined.

In the past year, my brother, PFC Bryce Ladwig, has already been to Iraq and back. I never stopped to think how my life, or his, would be altered 10 years later by the tragedy. My brother was just nine years old the day of the attacks.

Now, he is serving in the Army, fighting overseas alongside other brave soldiers, and keeping our country safe.

When Bryce first mentioned being in the service, I was still in elementary school. I didn’t take him seriously but now I wish I did. Later, when he told my family that he was going to sign up, I was in 9th grade, and again, I didn’t think much

about it. I was just excited about the summer coming up, and being able to hang out with my brother. But instead of spending a summer of fun with him, I had to say goodbye. My brother was off to Basic Training; he had graduated from CCHS

just two weeks earlier.

Before he left, he and I had a heart-to-heart conversation about our dreams and goals. I asked him the reason why he really joined and he said, “I have always wanted to be part of something big like this, and September 11th made my

decision final.”

I have witnessed first hand, the graduation of soldiers from basic training, at Fort Benning, Georgia. But at that time, I only saw happiness; the fear of war was being masked.

After graduating from Basic Training in August: my brother was relocated to another base, Fort Stewart, Georgia. He was there until he received his orders. He then headed overseas to Iraq, to fight in Operation New Dawn. I finally

realized what was actually happening; the sheer tenacity of war had hit our home.

“Not being able to see him face to face, or knowing if he is safe or not is very tough. I miss being able to give him a hug and laugh at our silly stories.” our mother said.

After a deployment in Iraq, my brother came home, safe and sound. He now is located again Georgia. He and many other brave soldiers are waiting for the call of duty, to keep our country safe and free, and to prevent any more tragedies like

September 11th on our country.

In Gillette, remembrances were held in churches, fire departments, and the college. Some participated in a moment of loudness, where people city-wide sounded horns and sirens. In my brother’s case, he and other soldiers teamed with the

community in Hinesville, Georgia, which is outside of Fort Steward, to do a “Freedom Walk” to recognize the first responders and the lives lost. The freedom walk consisted of supporters walking down streets, carrying banners, in a parade

type manner. “A lot of guys from my company got together to join in. It was a great way to remember those lost, but was very emotional for all of us.”

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Sep
21

What’s Playing on CCHS Students’ iPods? by Shaylana Hoekstra

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NUMBER 1- Party Rock Anthem by LMFAO

NUMBER 2- How to Love by Lil’ Wayne

NUMBER 3- You and I by Lady Gaga

NUMBER 4- Last Friday Night by Katy Perry

NUMBER 5- Moves Like Jager by Maroon 5

By Shalayna Hoekstra

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Apr
15

Skin Deep

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Jessica Dinan, Junior Staff Writer

In today’s world, genuineness has lost its magnitude. Adolescents undergo the need of a barrier, keeping their true person latent.
It is said that 8 out of 10 women are discontented with their reflection and usually see a distorted image unpleasing to the eye. Yet men show a different reaction either satisfied or uncaring to their reflection. Typically, they fail to notice their flaws when looking upon their reflection.
Therefore, we all endeavor to create someone different out of ourselves thanks to the disparaging world surrounding us.
Thereupon, girls become vulnerable and learn to coat their insecurity with a blanket of make-up and vicious remarks. Boys conceal their feelings with a pass to the gym and indiscretion. And still, after becoming the plastic mannequin we’ve set out to be, we continue to set standards for others and ourselves that prolong miles above our heads.
Regrettably, many girls and boys suffer from low self-esteem and experience self doubt. They fear others opinions and let it manipulate them. They disregard compliments and continuously point out the negative areas in their appearance.
Insecurity emerges from low self-esteem, and the tendency of believing you’re never good enough constantly arises. It leads to feeling inept and incompetent.
However, reaching perfection (the standard we set) is hopeless. With it come expectations impossible to achieve. Copious amounts of disappointment waiting for you at the end of every challenge or obstacle you strive to overcome. And always the spiteful words and whispers from “peers.” We let them dig into our skin, and tear away at our shelter. In the end, we are left defenseless and susceptible.
Take into consideration that flaws are inevitable. In life, it is essential to overlook your imperfections that people point out.
Ultimately, few of us are immune to the murmurs seeping through our ears. However, for those of us not, remember they are insignificant and not worth suffering for.

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Apr
15

Day in the Life of a Teenage Girl

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Shalayna Hoekstra, Sophomore Staff Writer

Day In The Life of a Teenage Girl

BUZZ! BUZZ! BUZZ! Alarm goes off?

“I have to wake up at 5:20 every morning to have enough time to do my hair and makeup.” – Sophomore Tanesha Fink

“I wake up at 6:00 AM.” –Junior Emily Senef

“I wake up at 6:40 because I don’t have to do much to get ready.” -Senior Joselynn Riley.

Time for hair and make-up?

“It takes me 1 hour and 10 minutes to do my hair because it’s SOOOO thin. Then it takes me about 15 minutes to do my make-up.” –Fink

“It only takes me 15 minutes to do my hair, and 10 minutes to do my make-up.” -Senef

“It takes me around 30 minutes to do my hair when I wear it straight, but when I wear it curly, it only takes about five. My make-up, however, takes me five minutes everday.” -Riley

When do you get to school?

“I get to school around 7:35 so I can socialize before school actually starts.” –Fink

“I always get to school at 7:30 so then I have time to walk from junior parking lot and see friends.” -Senef

“I get to school at 7:20-ish because I have to take my brother to school at Sage Valley and don’t have time to go home after.”

After school?

“I go to work at Bear’s Dry Cleaning almost everyday after school from 3:30 to 6:30. Then I go home to eat dinner, get on the computer, and other stuff.” -Fink

“I go home to take a nap. Then I wake up, I usually do homework or something.” –Senef

“I always go home after early release and take a nap. Then I go to work at Humphrey’s at 5.” -Riley

Before Bed?

“After I get done with dinner and everything, I do my homework then listen to music or watch TV.” –Fink

“I usually just watch TV and text before I go to bed.” –Senef

“After I’m done with work, I typically do my homework and then go to sleep.” -Riley

Lights Out?

“I head to bed around 10:30, but don’t fall asleep until 11 or sometimes later.” –Fink

“I fall asleep at about 10 every night.” –Senef

“I try to go to bed around 11 every night, but usually am not asleep until around 12.” -Riley

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Mar
09

The battle of Call Of Duty

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Mar
07

XBOX vs PS3 By Kelsey Boltin, Sophomore Staff Writer

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Mar
03

iPhones or Droid? By Austin Plett, Sophomore Staff Writer

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Mar
01

Vanilla vs Chocolate By Davey Lunsford Sophomore Staff Writer

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Feb
22

Terrible, horrible, no good, very bad morning

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7:15 a.m. Didn’t wake up for my alarm.

I dressed, and attempted to tame my hair. Ha, forget it. I grabbed my library book (five months overdue), and physics homework halfway complete. Who needs breakfast anyway?

7:27 a.m. Finally off to school.

I began to back out of the garage as fast as possible, when KA-BOOM! I looked to my right; my side-view mirror was dangling as an omen to the rest of my morning.

7:34 a.m. Behind the slowest driver in the world.

I already knew I was going to be late for school, but did I really need to be stuck behind a teeny, old, black truck who thought it was a good idea to drive 20 miles under the speed limit? Come on little truck. The light is green!

8:01 a.m. Pull into a full junior parking lot.

junior Tanner Straight races to school.

8:05 a.m. I begin my long hike towards the building.

As I start to run, I hit a patch of ice and totally and completely eat it on the ground. Just what I need. A huge honking bruise on my knee.

8:11 a.m. Pull on the back doors.  Locked.

I  begin to trek through a foot of snow around the entire campus to the only doors left unlocked.

8:23 a.m. Entered my first hour class.

What makes a good morning? A tardy!

9:06 a.m. Called to campus supervisor’s office.

Handed a beautiful pink citation for parking illegally. There’s the cherry on top of a dreadful morning.

It was, without a doubt, a most terrible, horrible, no good, very bad morning.

And I still had the rest of the day to get through.

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Feb
17

Best Friends by Ashley Robins

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Everyone has heard of the saying “best friends forever and always.” Best friends are the one’s who are going to be there, not only through the laughs, but the tears. Is this true at Campbell County High School?

Some best friends aren’t in the same town anymore, but are trying to make it work such as sophomore Katelynd Vara. “My best friend is Emily McKim and we met at school in Basin, Wyoming, but we weren’t best friends till the sixth grade. Since moving here to Gillette, we don’t really hang out anymore though. We’ve been friends for six years, but I’m not sure if we’ll always be friends. I sure hope so.”

Sports are an excellent way to make and keep friends. Sophomores Nick Kane and his best friend Koa Fowlke met during T-ball and have been friends for ten years.  “We never really have big fights,” Kane said. “I think we’ll still be friends but not talk as much because of him going on his church mission.” Fowlke’s mission for church will take him out in the world for two years, preaching the gospel.

Sophomore Ali Oliver has a more positive outlook.  “We haven’t had many fights,” said sophomore Ali Oliver of her friendship. “Just the usual girl fights over guys and opinions. We may have different plans after high school, but I think we’ll always stay in touch in one way or another.”

Meeting your best friend doesn’t always have to be in school or even sports. “Brooklynn Cooper and I met at church through Madison Moore,” said sophomore Abigail Schumacher. “We weren’t friends right away. In fact, she hated me for four years, but we’ve been friends for four years. The only fight we have really ever gotten into was when I chose a guy over her, but we’re best friends for life.”

“My best friend is my wife,” Drama teacher Tim Bessette said. “We’ll always be together supporting each other, working on our relationship and enjoying life together by having fun.” The couple was married in July of 2010.

When it comes to friendship, quality is more important than quantity.   “It’s better to surround yourself with a small group of really close friends with strong relationships, than to have a million acquaintances you don’t know very well,” said Sophomore English teacher Liisaan Cooper.  So true.

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Jan
20

Back to the Shore

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By Lauren Seamans

Senior Staff Writer

The reality show sweeping the nation, captivating teenagers’ attention, and starting trends is none other than Jersey Shore. Parents question how youth can sit in front of this trash, while their generation grew up with shows that supposedly had strong morals and values such as M.A.S.H. and Leave it to Beaver.

“I know plenty of people who try to act like the people on the show, and I don’t like them much,” said economics/government teacher Brock Ballweber.

“The people on the show are famous because they are dumb.”

So why is this show so captivating? “It’s entertaining, and I like getting a taste of the Jersey experience,” said senior Becca Wollman. “It’s a lot different than living in Wyoming.”

Junior Megan Beck agreed. “Its so ridiculously stupid all the time. It’s very entertaining.”

Sophomore Matt Fogle added, “It’s an educational experience.”

As the show continues to get positive reviews from high school students, more people are pressured to watch it. Newby to the show, senior Carly Myer, explained, “I kept hearing how great it was from my friends, so I watched it and now I see why. It’s so funny!”

With so many comical scenes, it’s hard not to get hooked. “My favorite memory from the show was when Snookie got punched in the face,” said Wollman.

Violence seems to be a major source of entertainment. “The best episode is when JWOWW punched Angelina in the face,” said Beck.

Whatever the reason, Jersey Shore’s popularity continues to grow. More girls find themselves forming their hair into the giant Snookie Poof, while guys are hitting the gym to get muscles as solid as The Situation’s. For die-hard fans already hooked on the show, Snookie is even writing a new book, It’s a Shore Thing.

Shore-isms:

“T- Shirt time”- the time before the house goes out clubbing where all the guys put their fresh shirts on.

“M.V.P.”- Mike, Vinny, Pauly.

“The Situation”- Mike Serpentine’s nickname.

“G.T.L.”- Gym. Tanning. Laundry.

“Fist Pump”- the famous dance move of the Jersey shore cast.

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Jan
20

NFL Playoffs

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Travis Ludwig Sophomore Staff Writer

As the NFL season draws to a close, the cheers and yells grow louder for the fans with teams still in the hunt. “Even though Minnesota is no longer in the playoffs, I still am a die hard fan, I’ve been to two games of the Vikings just to see the team and my favorite player, Jared Allen, said junior Dalton Timmer.

Even though most are a die-hard fan for one team, they root for their favorite player from another, one of those people is senior Nick Fleming. “I’m a die hard Vikings fan, but my favorite player is Andre Johnson, from the Houston Texans.

In our society people think of football as a mans sport, but junior Savannah Schiller disagrees. “I may not know a lot about football, but my favorite team is the Indianapolis Colts.” Schiller gets into the drama of the sport, including star quarterbacks problems. “I think Favre should be punished for what he did, it was wrong.” Schiller said.

The NFL playoffs are for the elite teams from the regular season, 12 NFL teams play in the post season with a single elimination. Among those of the elite teams in the widely known Super Bowl competitors New England Patriots. “The Patriots are going all the way, with running back Danny Woodhead leading the way.” Said sophomore Michael Morsett. “They are unstoppable, they are the best team in the NFL.”

Underdog teams are heavily favored this year in the playoffs, the Baltimore Ravens especially. “The Ravens are going to win so they can redeem themselves after losing to the Steelers and Patriots, but mostly because they are playing great football.” Said math teacher Bertine Bahige. “My favorite player Ray Lewis will lead the Ravens all the way to the Bowl and win it.

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Jan
20

Embarrassing Parents

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By Kendra Kaness

Sophomore Staff Writer

“My dad honked and waved at me when he dropped me off for school in the ninth grade,” said junior Kenny Gustafson.  “He did it just to embarrass me, and he succeeded.” It seems that many teens have been embarrassed by their parents.

Some parents have a knack for this. Senior Estella Ortega’s parents are no exception. “Some of my friends and family came over and my parents started to show them pictures of me as a kid, naked running around the house.”

Senior Cole Sorch is in the same boat. “My mom babies me and tells me what to do, and when my mom asks me to give her a hug, my friends say, ‘Give her a hug.’ It embarrasses me.”

“It embarrasses me when my mom chews me out in front of my friends,” said senior Devon Stahla.

Sophomore Coral Smith said, “Just being with my parents in public makes me feel embarrassed and not normal.”

Some teenager’s think differently, as sophomore Ashton Peterson explained, “I don’t care; I’m not ashamed of my parents.”

Sophomore Amanda Kinsolving agreed. “I’m not embarrassed by my parents. I love my parents.”

Are parents aware of their work? Basketball coach and Drivers Ed teacher Mike Curry is. “My daughter says, ‘It’s not the seventies’ about what I wear. I would say I probably embarrass her.”

But on the flip side, teens probably embarrass their parents too.

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Jan
20

Judgment

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By Shalayna Hoekstra

Sophomore Staff Writer

Everyday students walk into school facing the same obstacles. Aside from homework, detentions, and mean teachers, we also face popularity, trends, and labels. Does judgment walk through the halls at Campbell County High School? If so, do students care about what others think?

Senior Selena Solis voiced her opinion. “I’m not anything. I’m just Selena; that’s one thing I like about myself. I’m not really in a clique.”

“I care about my opinion on myself and if I’m satisfied with who I am, then that’s all I’m concerned about,” sophomore McCorra Ford said.

“I’m different from most people and I don’t care about trends,” junior Timothy McLaurie stated. “I mean, look at me: I wear tape on my jeans.”

“I’m not going to see any of these people in a few years, so I don’t try to impress anyone,” added senior Missy Shultz. “I wear basketball shorts and sweat shirts almost everyday.”

Not everyone is so non-chalant.  For example senior Joselynn Riley said, “I care what people think of me as a person because I don’t like it when people think badly about me.”

“I would try to impress some people over others,” said sophomore Tanesha Fink. “I don’t care what judgmental people have to say. I’m me and I pick my clothes if I like them.”

“I care more in my job than I do when I’m outside of it,” said Carmen Heer of the counseling office.  “I still like to look good, but I don’t care now as much as I did in high school.”

Some students aren’t so sure. “It really depends,” said senior Robert Markve. “I sort of go with trends, but that’s because the clothes fit and I like them.”

Sophomore Ashton Peterson wasn’t afraid to admit her opinion. “In a way, I do care. I wouldn’t go to school with no make-up because I like looking cute.”

All in all, Solis sums it up with, “If you’re content with yourself, then you’ve found who you want to be.”

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Jan
18

Snowy Fun

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Riley Swanson Junior Staff Writer

Being in a state that just snows, and snows, and snows some more, you have to know how to have fun in the powder. For a high school student to only be two hours away from a Terry Peak in South Dakota, snowboarding and skiing are always an option.

“I love taking a trip up to the mountains with all of my friends,” said junior Tanner Evans. “Riding down the fresh powder and hitting the jump is the best.”

“I just like going to the slopes with all my friends, and it gives me something to do in the winter,” said sophomore Shalayna Hoekstra.

Most students don’t go up to Terry Peak just to snowboard or ski; they go up to do something fun with friends and family.

CCHS Science teacher Brent Daly said, “I’ve been skiing since the fourth grade, and I go up with my family to have some fun.”

“I always like meeting new people up there that take me down new runs and jumps,” said senior Katie Wahe.

Since it snows so much in and around Gillette, teens are always looking for something to do. So get some of your friends together for a car trip and before you know it, you’re in paradise.

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Jan
18

Winter Driving

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You’re driving down Douglas Highway on an icy day. The light suddenly turns yellow, you step on the brake a little too quickly and go sliding. Your knuckles turn white as you grip the steering wheel. You see the car in front of you get closer and closer. Luckily, you stop mere inches from their bumper. Many students at Campbell County High School have experienced this winter bumper car ride.

“I like to drive in the winter; it’s fun and you get to drift,” said sophomore Chris Doninguez. Not everyone agrees with Doninguez.

“I like it,” said junior Zach Sarcinella. “It adds thrill to your life.” Not every CCHS student finds winter driving enjoyable.

“I absolutely hate winter driving,” said senior Michaela Danko. “It’s slick out and I always have to get up early and warm up my car.”

With the icy roads also comes some accidents, such as senior Micheal Scheetz. “Last year, I was driving my Dodge Neon. I slid to a stop in the school parking lot next to a Honda Pilot. Then, came along an old Eagle Vision that sandwiched me and my Neon against the Pilot.”

Senior Jenna Hoffmann also had a winter driving mishap. “Sophomore year, I slid into a curb and broke one of my tire rims.”

To keep us prepared for the worst weather, Campbell County High School Driver’s Ed teacher Tom Krogman shares his top five winter driving tips.

  1. Slow down!
  2. Increase following distance, six seconds for snow and eight seconds for ice.
  3. Know your car. Does it have anti-lock brakes? Are the brakes touchy?
  4. Accelerate gently and brake slowly and early. Don’t over accelerate.
  5. If you don’t have anti- lock brakes, pump the brake pedal so the wheels don’t lock and you don’t go into a skid.

Winter will be here for few more months and CCHS students should be prepared for more winter driving. Be smart and drive safely. In the words of many parents, “It’s better to get there late, than not get there at all.”

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Jan
18

Godball

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Teams involved

Ram Rod

Violators

Phoenixes

Robert Downey Syndrome Juniors

Caucasian Invasion

Money

Cheetah Girls

Kikwmba”s

An old tradition from the 80’s grows into a greater event within kids today. God Ball began as a basketball tournament sponsored by churches for kids who wanted an alternative.

God Ball has grown into a major event for Campbell County High School students. Even though God Ball is now sponsored by the Campbell County Recreational Center, was still kept the name God Ball.

“I like God Ball because it helps me stay active and it’s fun,” said junior Shane Hagen. For those who don’t want something as intense as school teams, God Ball is a good alternative.

Intramural basketball is not only for boys. “Since we are the only girl team we have a disadvantage,” said senior Carly Meyer, “But the boys don’t go very hard on us.”

“Playing the girls is fun,” said senor Jake Kerns. “It’s not really that different, but it’s a little less competitive.”

Each team plays at North Campus for about an hour with one game. The regular season lasts for eight weeks.

“I like to be out there with my friends and it’s like free time from school,” said sophomore Cole Pettie.

There is a tournament that will begin at the end of February, and after the tournament starts the All-Star Game. The All Star Game is where the three top teams get to vote three players to play, and the others get to choose two.

“I think the All-Star Game will be fun,” said Kerns, “But I don’t know who our players will be yet.”

The players are enjoying the regular season right now, but they are looking forward to the final tournament.

“It always becomes more intense when more is at stake, so I think the tournament will probably be more exciting,” said Hagen.

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Jan
18

Forgiveness

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“Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.”                  – Mark Twain

Forgive and forget, that’s what people say, but everyone has gone through the wilds of forgiving and being forgiven.  In much the same way as Mark Twain, the students and staff of CCHS believe in forgiveness as a way to set themselves free from burden and leave their offender in good graces.

“Forgiveness means to fully absolve someone of any wrong they have done to you,” said junior Christian Held. “When you forgive someone, your physical demeanor changes around them. You have peace and the whole situation doesn’t bother you anymore.”

Forgiveness is not an easy task. There are those who are harder to forgive than others and things that may be unworthy of the strength and release of forgiveness.

“It’s hardest to forgive my parents because they aren’t supposed to hurt you,” said Marybeth Henley, a senior.

“If somebody offends or hurts you, forgiveness is to release them from revenge. It’s hard to forgive family because you’re always around them and you’re all really close, so you’re more vulnerable to them because they know your faults,” band teacher Christopher Lubken said.

What about the other side of the puzzle? Of course, it’s important to forgive, but what happens when someone won’t forgive you?

“Not forgiving someone is more your problem then the person’s,” Jessica Christopherson a senior said, “You might feel like if you let it go, you won’t be punishing that person anymore but really they don’t care.”

Sophomore Cari Newsome said, “I lost my temper and yelled at a friend and I lost them because they wouldn’t forgive me.”

“Forgive and forget,” the wise and the old always say, but they never remind us of how difficult it can be. Forget maybe and leave yourself with a load of un-forgiveness, but forgive and remember the pain as a reminder of how it made you strong.

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Jan
10

Call of Duty: Black Ops

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I went to bed at nine, but had my alarm set for 11:15 p.m. After I jumped out of bed, I got in the car and headed to senior Taylor Holst’s house, and we were on our way to Wal-mart for the new release of Call of Duty: Black Ops, which was to be released at midnight.

“I went to the release party and there was a lot more people than I thought,” said sophomore Nick Kane. “I played for an hour after I got the game”

I could feel the excitement in the air. The closer it got to midnight, the louder Wal-mart became.  The anticipation was building up and once the employees opened the cases with the game, it was a big brawl.

“I was the first person to buy Black Ops in Gillette,” said junior Jerrod Koch. “I sat at Wal-mart in front of the cases and waited six hours for my copy. I played for 24 hours straight and I didn’t make it to school the next day. I got the RC prestige package and it cost me $120.”

Adults and teens alike rushed to get their hands on a copy of the game. Once in their hands, they took it to the cashier and paid $60. “I went to Hasting’s at midnight and got the game,” said senior Jake Hatfield. “When I got home, I played for three hours.”

Black Ops sold 5.6 million copies in North America and the United Kingdom within 24 hours of its release on November 9th, racking up sales of 360 million dollars.

Like everyone else, once I bought the game, I headed home and popped it in the X-Box right away.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               I got a game invite from senior Evan Lopez and I got into a game of Team Deathmatch. This game consists two teams of six, killing each other. Each kill is worth 100 points, the first team to reach 7500 points wins.

We had six or seven friends in one game lobby and we played until we couldn’t keep our eyes open. Before I knew it, it was 3:15 A.M. and I headed off to bed.

I woke up at 6:20 and played for forty minutes until 7:00 a.m. I then decided to get go upstairs and start getting ready for school.

On my way to school, I stopped at a Kwik Shop and bought a 20 ounce coffee and a 5-hour energy drink and I was good to take on just another day at school.

I was not the only person in love with such a silly video game.

“I like the game. I played it the other night and it was hard for me to stop playing,” said junior Jamie Knickerbocker. “I still like Halo 3 more than Call of Duty though.”

Kane also added, “On average, I will stay up until ten playing.”

“I will probably play three to five hours a night, and stay up until 11:30 p.m.” added Hatfield.

Not everyone is in love with this game and people get irritated with it.

“I do not like the game because it has moved me and some of my guy friends further apart,” said senior Gretta MacDonald. “If I call one of my guy friends to hang out, they usually are playing Call of Duty. It is taking over their life.”

The game is sold out in many stores, so if you want a copy maybe you can ask Santa, and hope you find it in your stocking on Christmas morning.

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