Santa Quits Christmas This Year
Cynda Allen, Staff Writer
December 22, 2018
Filed under Features, Showcase, The Raider Flatline (North's Satirical News)
On Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, Saint Nicholas--commonly known as Santa Claus--stated that he would be quitting Christmas. At 2 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Nicholas stood in front of his home at the North Pole, with millions of elves and reporters from all around the world watching. With a distressed look on his f...
Holiday Choir Concert
Ella McCook, Staff Writer
December 17, 2018
Filed under Local, Music, News, School, Showcase
On December 11th, North Forsyth High School’s choir program hosted their annual holiday concert at Cumming First United Methodist Church. The 2018 Holiday Choir Concert will showcase all four NFHS ensembles. From Chamber Choir to Cantamus to Raider Chorale to Acapella Club, the audience had the oppo...
The Dangers of Halloween are Terror-fying!
Carena Ravenel, Staff Writer
October 30, 2018
Filed under Features, Local, Showcase
Remember when you were still young enough to go trick-or-treating without being judged? After you came back home from your quest, your parents would always check your candy to make sure there was nothing potentially dangerous. Well, even though there are few cases of poisoned candy and razor blade apples in...
Real Versus Artificial Christmas Trees: Which Are You?
Bella Angell, Features and Opinion Editor
December 20, 2017
Filed under Editorial/Opinion, Showcase
Are you a real Christmas tree person or an artificial tree person? Most people have a definite opinion on this subject, and it usually stems from what kind of tree their families have. There are many thoughts and opinions on Christmas trees based on different benefits. “Real trees smell good and...
Thanksgiving Traditions at North
Emily Stocksdale, Literature Editor
November 18, 2016
Filed under Showcase, Student Life
All in all, there is a variety of traditions kept by the students and teachers of North. Whether your family spends hours cooking a feast, goes out to a restaurant, or spends Thanksgiving in some other way, it is sure to be an enjoyable holiday. Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for most Americans,...
Disaster Plagues World Due to Starbucks Holiday Cups
Matthew McFadden, Staff Writer
January 14, 2016
Filed under Features, Showcase, The Raider Flatline (North's Satirical News)
For the past month, the world has seen disaster strike every country imaginable. Citizens of the world live in fear of when the next catastrophe will hit their country, their city, or their home. In the span of five weeks, monsoons have flooded Cambodia, Madagascar has floated away from Africa and...
Three Easy DIY Halloween Costumes for Procrastinators
Leilani Gibbons, Staff Writer
November 10, 2015
Filed under Features, Showcase
Any self-proclaimed procrastinator is familiar with the routine of waiting last minute to complete something, even after having months to prepare, and Halloween is not an exception to this pattern. If you are one of these previously mentioned procrastinators, chances are you have not planned your costume...
Christmas in the Country
Rhiannon Martin, Staff Writer
December 16, 2014
Filed under Playlist, Showcase
During a tree trimming break, kick up your boots with this Southern seasonal sample and prepare for this upcoming holiday. The Christmas mood is a seasonal feeling, but some traditional songs can get boring easily. Here’s a list of Christmas tunes when you desperately need a switch in songs. Georgia...
Tips for Beach Trips
Maddie Highland, Staff Writer
May 15, 2014
Filed under Features, Showcase
Summer is rapidly approaching and students are itching to head out on the beach and conquer the fierce, salty waves. But first…here are some awesome tips for conquering effortless beauty on the beach. Hair: Don’t over-style your hair before stepping out on the beach. The humidity, heat, and salty...
North Forsyth Gives Back
Andrea Martin, Photography Editor
November 20, 2013
Filed under News, School, Showcase
The holiday season tends to remind us how fortunate we are, and North Forsyth is no exception. Most people are unaware of the various ways North helps support its students and their families in times of economic difficulty. The counseling department is continually taking donations for its food pantry....
Life-Changing Shoe Box
Kasey Jo Reed, Staff Writer
November 18, 2013
Filed under News, School, Showcase
In its 20 years, Operation Christmas Child (OCC) has donated over 100 million shoe-box gifts to over 150 countries worldwide whether it’s by bike, bus, train, plane, ship, or even by elephant or dog sled. By using these gift filled shoe boxes, Operation Christmas Child hopes to demonstrate God’s...
Blaise Rayburn, Literature Editor
January 10, 2019
In the age of WebMD and online quizzes, hypochondriacs are thriving. But the realm of digital self-diagnostic tools not only covers physical illness but has also expanded...
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