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All content by Taylor Stern
Taylor Stern's car in the flood. The police recommended she take these pictures for insurance.

[Photo] Flash Flood Leaves Teens Terrified

Abby Prywitch, Editor-in-Chief
September 10, 2020

Taylor Sterns view from the back of the police car after being rescued.

The logo for Miley Cyrus' Instagram Live talk show titled "Bright Minded: Live with Miley"

Celebrity Responses to the Coronavirus Outbreak and Quarantine

Taylor Stern, Staff Reporter
April 28, 2020

Since the beginning of quarantine, many celebrities have been antagonized for their neglect to the severity of this pandemic, praised for their donations to finding a cure, and celebrated for the entertainment...

Photo courtesy of Pixabay

Big Events Postponed Due To COVID-19

Taylor Stern, Staff Reporter
April 17, 2020

As everyone knows by now, COVID-19 has caused life altering changes for everyone in more than a few ways. For all kids, teenagers, and college students, this is happening through the closing of schools....

Zaya Wade making her debut as a transgender girl alongside her father Dwyane Wade and step-mom Gabrielle Union at the 6th annual Truth Awards on March 7 in Los Angeles, CA. The Truth Awards is a ceremony created to represent and highlight members of the LGBT and black community.

Zaya Wade Coming Out as Transgender

Taylor Stern, Staff Reporter
March 31, 2020

In recent weeks, the media found itself in a frenzy over an announcement that former NBA player for the Miami Heat Dwyane Wade made about his daughter, Zaya. The reason for the media’s outburst is that...

The St. Louis Blues mascot Louie makes a surprise visit to the first ever PCH Dance Marathon.  DM was held in gym B on Saturday March 7. The students raised $24,764.01 by Saturday night. Waldy Upchurch (12) participated at Dance Marathon.

[Photo] PCH Dance Marathon

Elena Appel, Photo Editor
March 10, 2020

The St. Louis Blues mascot Louie makes a surprise visit to the first ever PCH Dance Marathon.  DM was held in gym B on Saturday March 7. The students raised $24,764.01 by Saturday night. Waldy Upchurch...

Senior Maria Vabson going through shoe donations collected by the senior class during Month of Giving. Month of Giving is held during November and it is when all the different grade levels compete to collect donations for their respective charities.

Project Help

Taylor Stern and Brooke Kraizer
February 24, 2020

With a track record of over 20+ years, the Project Help club here at Parkway Central is still alive and well. Project Help is the student-led service group where students learn to give their time in service...

All the male nominees that are up for the Best Director Oscar

Oscar Nominations Spark Controversy

Taylor Stern, Staff Reporter
February 10, 2020

Over the course of 2019, a total of 786 movies were released in North America, over 90 fewer than in 2018. On Feb. 9, 24 of them were established as the elite. Crowned by the Academy of Motion Picture...

Billie Eilish and her brother and producer Finneas O’Connell holding the 10 total Grammys they won

Music’s Biggest Night: The Grammys

Taylor Stern, Staff Reporter
February 10, 2020

On Jan. 26, 2020, music had its biggest and most anticipated night of the year. Unfortunately, basketball also unexpectedly had one of its biggest and most detrimental nights of the year too. The Grammy...

DECADE RECAP 2010-2019

DECADE RECAP 2010-2019

Taylor Stern, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2019

A cumulation of social media platforms over the past 10 years. Photos courtesy of Pixabay.

2010’s – Best Decade Yet?

Taylor Stern, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2019
For Gen-Z’s, this decade was our childhood, and now we’ve reached the end. This brings me to a question: How do the last ten years stack up against the childhoods lived by millennial's, Gen-X, and baby boomers?
Senior Tristan Duggan spins her flag at the homecoming pep rally. Photo by Christine Stricker

Color Guard Using Guns as Props

Taylor Stern, Staff Reporter
November 7, 2019

Color guard, the form of dance or interpretive moment, was once a rather stationary art. Originally, their sole purpose was to show the flags off at different angles, much like in the military. Eventually,...

Hannah Merriman poses for a picture in her new science classroom

FOR THE FIRST TIME:

Taylor Stern, Staff Reporter
September 27, 2019

With the departure of one of Parkway Central’s science teachers last year, an open spot was in the need of being filled. Luckily, the science department didn;t have to look very far. As of the current...

Successful Summer Bucket-List 2019

Successful Summer Bucket-List 2019

Taylor Stern, Staff Writer
May 11, 2019

Summer is rapidly approaching with the excitement of going swimming all the time and hanging out outside, but we as teenagers can often fall victim to the attraction of staying inside on our phones or...

STL Staycation Suggestions

Taylor Stern, Staff Writer
March 25, 2019

Spring and winter break gives students a fun, much needed break from school which people traditionally take advantage of by going on vacations with their family. Some students go on an annual trip every...

Photo courtesy of Pixabay

April Fool’s Day Prank Ideas

Taylor Stern, Staff Writer
March 25, 2019

April 1 is a notorious date on the American calendars for one reason only: April Fool’s day. Also known as “All Fool’s Day”, the origin of this holiday are relatively unknown. Some say that...

Big Things in a Small Town

Big Things in a Small Town

Taylor Stern, Staff Writer
February 12, 2019

With a population of just over 3,500 locals, Casey, Illinois has peaked the interest of over 7,000 travelers both nationally and internationally. Thanks to the unusually large attractions, the tiny town...

Album cover of Dodie's new EP, Human.

Secret Song from Dodie’s New Album

Taylor Stern, Staff Writer
January 25, 2019
Recently released on Jan 18, Dodie Clark's new EP revealed a shocking hidden secret about one of the brand new songs.
High School Student Studies Abroad

High School Student Studies Abroad

Taylor Stern, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
If you’ve ever heard any parent, teacher or counselor talk about studying abroad, you’ve likely heard how amazing the experience is or could be. You may hear how it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity and you’ll meet amazing people and learn so many amazing things. It sounds incredible, but is it better suited for high school or college students? Junior Carly Whay decided to take a chance and study abroad in high school.
WORLD AWARENESS CLUB RETURNS

WORLD AWARENESS CLUB RETURNS

Taylor Stern, Staff Writer
November 12, 2018

Imagine browsing the school website during AC Lab one day when an apparent non-existing school club catches your attention. Do you ignore it since it doesn’t exist anymore? Or do you revive the idea...

Junior Kaitlyn Goldstein enjoying the atmosphere at Austin City Limits Music Festival.

Trip to Texas for Music Festival

Taylor Stern, Staff Writer
October 31, 2018

Austin City Limits, or ACL for short, is a music festival held in Zilker park in Austin, Texas once every year in the beginning of October. After the cancellation of LouFest this year, there were a few...

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