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All content by Abby Galyean
College is a new beginning and some athletes may quit their sport but it will always be a chapter in their life.

Reasons College Athletes Quit

A lot of high school athletes dream is to play in college. But for some the stress of school and their sport can get too much.
Abby Galyean, Reporter May 15, 2024

#1 Burnt out For athletes who have played almost their entire life they may get tired of the same thing and want to change it up. Waking up and having to train, practice, and the other responsibilities...

Senior Citizens enjoying a doubles match of pickleball.

A Game for the Seniors

As your age goes up the quality of life tends to go down. But there are certain things that you are able to enjoy in your later years, which you should save for your later years.
Abby Galyean, Reporter April 29, 2024

Pickleball is a sport that can be played by all ages but is mostly done by seniors. The average age for pickleball players averages between the ages 18 through 44. Pickle ball’s popularity is mostly...

No matter how old you are saving money will always be important.

How to Save Money

Saving money can be hard for most people because we all have our wants and needs, but some may not fit in the budget. Setting a few goals could double your bank account.
Abby Galyean, Reporter February 28, 2024

1. Get a Job In order to save money you have to be making it. Pick up a part time job that you think you will enjoy. It may sounds terrible at first but once you start making your own money, it’s worth...

Going from one medication your whole life to having to try and find another that works best for you.

Flovent Being Discontinued

A popular asthma medication since the 2000's is being discontinued and replaced, causing a major impact on patients who are now being forced to change medications.
Abby Galyean, Reporter February 28, 2024

   A popular asthma inhaler Flovent has been discontinued, which stopped being produced on January of this year. Flovent is used to treat asthma for adults and children.      Flovent is a inhaled...

2023 seniors toss their graduation caps in the air as they prepare to embark on a new part of their life. This photo was also used as the back cover photo of 2023 fourth quarter KHQ magazine.

[Photo] Life After High School

December 15, 2023

2023 seniors toss their graduation caps in the air as they prepare to embark on a new part of their life. This photo was also used as the back cover photo of 2023 fourth quarter KHQ magazine.

Andre Johnson being held back after a fight got started with cornerback Cortland Finnegan. Johnson was ejected from the game.

Should Professional Athletes be Role Models?

The misconception of athletes as ideal role models.
Abby Galyean, Photo Director December 15, 2023

Professional athletes are always under a spotlight and their every move is judged by fans and critics. However, they are just like everyone else and that’s what people need to understand. They may excel...

Taylor Swift singing during one of her concerts with a projection of her face in the back.

Rating Taylor Swift Albums

Taking a deep dive into Taylor Swift’s albums and rating them like never before.
Abby Galyean, Reporter October 18, 2023

Everyone has heard of the pop star Taylor Swift, whether they enjoy listening to her music or not. Her fan base mostly consists of teenage girls all around the world. As someone who is not a fan of Taylor,...

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Viral Tiktok Food Trends

Abby Galyean, First Year Reporter May 15, 2023

1. Fruit roll up and ice cream This food combo has been popular for a bit and is still trending so I had to give it a try. You put any type of ice cream on the fruit roll up and then you wrap it around...

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Super Mario Bros Movie Review

Abby Galyean, First Year Reporter April 28, 2023

When I first heard that a Super Mario Brothers movie was coming out, I didn’t know what to expect. Growing up, I played Super Mario Bros and it was a lot of fun but never expected to see it be made...

Jimmy Carter doing what he does best, smiling. Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

The Life of Jimmy Carter

Abby Galyean, First Year Reporter March 3, 2023

Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. President has made the decision to stop all additional medical treatment and enter hospice care. Carter is one of the oldest presidents still alive at 98 years old. He served...

Brett Smith getting in stance to show that he is about to start his routine.

Flipping Into 2023

Abby Galyean, First Year Reporter February 9, 2023

    “About 90% of the turns I take end in falls. To get up every time and never quit is hard, but in the end that’s how I am,” senior Brett Smith said.       Men’s gymnastics does not...

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Overrated Christmas Movies

Abby Galyean, First Year Reporter December 19, 2022

One of my favorite things to do during Christmas time is to watch movies that put me in the Christmas spirit. However when that one movie that you can’t seem to get away from that one movie, it ruins...

Hocus Pocus 2

Hocus Pocus 2

Abby Galyean, First Year Reporter October 14, 2022

While many people like myself loved the original Hocus Pocus, the second one definitely disappointed me. There were some scenes that I loved but failed to keep my full attention.  I was excited when...