The Buzz on Bandersnatch
Erin Hutcheson, Staff Editor
January 16, 2019
Filed under Opinion
Netflix has been non-stop with the release of movies and new content. “Stranger Things,” and “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,” have been major hits for the streaming service. However, their newest movie is different than the rest, “Black Mirror: Bandersnatch” is an interactive movie, releas...
Baby It’s Controversial Outside
Hannah Strahmann, Staff Writer
December 19, 2018
Everyone has heard of the #MeToo movement giving a voice to women who have been sexually harassed and assaulted and now it has spilled over to Christmas. A few radio stations around the US, including Colorado’s KOSI and Cleveland's WDOK, have taken the 49th most popular Christmas song, “Baby It’s ...
Everythang’s Corrupt
Jason Bishop Jr, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
Filed under Features, Life, Opinion
This generation of musicians seems to be embroiled in drugs, sex, and conspiracy. Artists like Lil Pump, Lil Uzi Vert, and 21 Savage have shaped a new era in the rap industry. However, Ice Cube, AKA O'shea Jackson, has come out with a new album that talks about topics such as Donald Trump, politicia...
Denver Broncos Playoff Hopes
Evan Johnson, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
For many Rocky Students, including me, the Denver Broncos are our ride or die team. We follow them everywhere and are always rooting for them. This season we had high hopes with GM John Elway’s cap busting signing of the star QB Case Keenum. Keenum signed on to the Broncos for a 2yr/$36,000,000 deal accomp...
What’s Cluckin’ with Chicken’nCone
Max Hand, Staff Writer
December 7, 2018
Chicken’n Cone is a brand new chicken shack located at 234 N College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80524 in Old Town. When I first walked up, I was surprised about the fact that it was just a small space rather than an actual restaurant. The whole area is made up of shipping containers that have been conve...
Rediscover Romance through Rom-Coms
Karenna Doctor, Staff Writer
December 7, 2018
“Rom-Coms,” or romantic comedies, are a universally known movie genre that divides viewers on their relevance and entertainment qualities. Some think Rom-Coms are too sappy and convoluted to even give the titles a second glance, while everyone else loves them, even if they don’t admit it. If yo...
Responsibilities of a new pet
Bethany Rush, Staff Writer
December 5, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Whether you are getting your first pet or you are adding a new member to your furry family, there are important things that need to be considered to make sure you are prepared to welcome home an animal. One of the biggest things that someone needs to think about is: Can you afford a pet? It is impo...
Movies you should Watch
Jason Bishop Jr, Staff Writer
December 5, 2018
Filed under Features, Life, Opinion
In my lifetime, I have seen plenty of movies but there are just some that stand out the most. These are my recommendations for westerns and comedies. Westerns: I'm not gonna lie, lately, I have really been into Westerns. It may just be because I have been playing “Red Dead Redemption 2” a lot,...
What Rocky Students Think About the New Start Time
Della Fisher, Staff Writer
December 3, 2018
Filed under Opinion
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Cuddling this Holiday Season
Hannah Strahmann, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
It’s November and it’s getting cold again. The lights are up in Old Town and everyone is serving hot chocolate. On top of all of this, it is cuddle season: a season where everyone wants to snuggle up next to someone around the holidays and just cuddle. However, not everyone has a person to cuddle...
Red Dead Redemption 2: Worth The Wait?
Evan Johnson, Staff Writer
November 29, 2018
2010 was the last time. It’s been a while since we’ve seen a Red Dead game, but it was worth the wait. “Red Dead Redemption 2” is a prequel to the 2010 game “Red Dead Redemption,” and the third entry in the expansive series. “Red Dead Redemption” was an automatic hit in 2018 and it se...
Stan Lee
Spencer Nelson, Staff Writer
November 28, 2018
Filed under Features, Life, News, Opinion
The man, the myth, the legend Stan Lee. Stan Lee was a memorable man who started his adult life by joining the army and repairing telephone/communications devices and ending it by doing what he loved--creating entertaining comics for all to enjoy. Originally named Stan Martin Lieber, Lee was born on December 28...
Annabel Lasher, Writer
January 16, 2019
It’s December 31st and the clock strikes twelve. As the countdown hits zero, champagne is poured and toasts are made as people across the globe celebrate the New Year. The...
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