“Five… four… three… two… one!” It’s a phrase that rings around the world once a year. New Year’s Eve is almost upon us, and what better a way to ring in the new year than to throw a party? Follow these tips for throwing a fun (and budget friendly) New Year’s Eve party that... »
Different people from different nations from all around the world all have something in common. They all celebrate New Year! Most countries across the globe celebrate New Year on January 1. Celebrations begin on New Year’s Eve, December 31st. Hotels, restaurants, clubs and pubs organize New Year’s Eve balls and parties. People sing, dance... »
In about six weeks, I will be packing my bags and heading off to Egypt for six months. My reasoning, however, for graduating early and going to such a country for a semester has left some people a little perplexed. To be honest, it’s just as complex and complicated to me. Back in February, I... »
‘Tis the season to go shopping…the mall parking lot is packed and the stores are decked out for the holiday season. To help you with your Christmas consumerism, The Echo has compiled a gift-giving guide to aid you in your shopping pursuits. Happy holidays! For the Sports Fan: If they’re into athletics, get your friend... »
One of Urbana High School’s newest teams, Scholastic Bowl, got off to a successful start, after Varsity placed seventh and JV came in first at the Big 12 Tournament. The meet was held Saturday, December 12 at Cenntennial High School in Champaign. Other schools that attended the tournament included MacAurther, Cenntennial, Mattoon, Central, Bloomington and Normal West.... »
This year the winter assembly ended with a huge surprise. To the students amazement, a number of teachers came out to sing a play instruments for the school. “The Staff singing and playing was awesome, “ said Junior Jasmine White. The winter assembly was a fun way to end the week before break. The winter assembly... »
For a moment you feel like you have escaped the ordinary and the everyday. This is what an audience of Urbana High School’s Concert Choir would experience if they have been to one of the choir’s performances. With a great attitude, hard work, energy and enough enthusiasm, concert choir students really showcased their talents in singing... »
The UHS wrestling team has set high goals this year, including winning twin city, Big 12 and have more team wins then loses. With head Coach Charles Trabaris and Assistant Coach Mike Martin the team hopes to meet these goals. Even though the team lost six seniors, including Caleb Blaney, who made it to the... »
For my family, holiday time means food, and lots of it. With all that free time over winter break, I like to use some of that time to bake. It really adds to the festive feel, and who doesn’t love food? I sorted through holiday recipes and picked out a few of my favorites,... »
It’s holiday time, and for a lot of us that means gift giving and receiving. Thanks to editor Mandy Facer’s latest blog post, I learned that the United States spends over 450 billion dollars a year on Christmas, while it would only take 10 billion to solve our world’s water problem. It isn’t just... »
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