Opinion
May Basket Mayhem!
One of my fondest memories of my childhood was May 1. Every year, the “May Fairy” would put a May basket on my front porch, ring the bell, then scurry away before she could be seen. I was always amazed to rush to open the door and see my gift, but not the fairy.... »
AP, No Thanks!
Advanced Placement tests are ever near and as the count down to testing begins students are beginning the cram sessions in an attempt to test out of thousands of dollars worth of college credit hours, but as I sit simultaneously trying to fill my brain with the correct use of subjunctive in French, the... »
5 Signs of Spring
It’s the last part of the school year and you know what that means–Spring time! So how do you know when it’s Spring time? “School is almost out and the flowers start blooming,” Freshman Adeeb Ahmad said on what he thinks of when Spring comes. We have been seeing a lot of flowers up and... »
UHS Screams for Ice Cream!
When you are craving ice cream next and are headed through the drive through of McDonald’s to get a chocolate shake, think of these alternatives. I gathered the five best places to get ice cream and frozen yogurt in the Champaign- Urbana area. I have been to all these places and know for sure... »
Battling Spring Fever
Winter is over, daffodils are out, and the breeze of the air brings us the sign that spring is finally here. The spring of the year is a favorite season for many people, and it is certainly easy to understand why this is so. The spring is when we witness the beauty of our... »
The Prom Countdown
With just about three weeks until Urbana High School’s Prom on May 1, it’s time to make last minute preparations for the big night. Here are the top five things UHS students need to accomplish now in order to have a stress-free and enjoyable time at the “Red Carpet Affair.” Step One: Establish Your Group If... »
Parks in the C-U Area
As the school year nears its end, it continually gets harder to stay inside during the school day. However, we are lucky enough to live in a place that has beautiful parks nearby. Here are several outdoor arenas that will surely satisfy your craving to be surrounded by the blooms and blossoms of spring. Allerton... »
How To Dye Eggs
Photo Credit: Mandy Facer With clear blue skies and fresh breezy weather, it seems spring may finally be upon us. This Sunday, April 4, marks the religious holiday Easter. For those of you who celebrate Easter (or for those of you who want a festive craft), The Echo has composed an easy how-to guide for... »
All About Leprechauns
Ever since you were a child, you have probably heard about leprechauns when St. Patrick’s Day gets close. Surprisingly though, few people really know the legend behind these small little guys. Leprechauns are notorious for being mischievous. If you come across a leprechaun and capture it (see below for how to capture a leprechaun), legend... »
Spring Fashion Trends
Spring is just around the corner, which means the much awaited picnics and bike rides are too- along with shopping, naturally. Here are some top trends from the Spring/ Summer runways that were showcased last fall. Many of the trends this year were not particularly out there, and could easily be found at local... »
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