Wondering why your peers are missing part of the school day and then coming back with false beards and devil eyes? They’re part of the children’s show: Gold in the Bones. Every year Urbana High School’s Drama Club puts on a children’s show with five public performances in the evening, but also special matinees for... »
The Steroids Debate
There has been a lot of discussion lately about whether or not baseball players, or even athletes in general, should be able to get into the hall of fame if they have taken steroids. First, let’s look at the history of anabolic steroids. Testosterone (which helps strengthen bones and muscles in both men and women)... »
Saints Win Super Bowl
It was a historic day for Louisiana, a short four and a half years after Katrina the saints won the Superbowl. The New Orleans Saints beat the Indianapolis Colts in the 44th annual Superbowl 31-17. It was the Saints first appearance in the Superbowl. The first quarter was slow for the Saints. The Colts were... »
Valentine Cards
There are so many different types of Valentine’s cards to choose from. You can be as creative as you want or very simple. Here are some ideas for Valentine’s cards for your family, friends, boyfriend or girlfriend: 1) Valentines in a box- These are the ones you gave and received as a kid. Cards are... »
Top Ten Movies of 2009
The Best Movies of 2009 List shows the ten highest-grossing movies of the year. While 2009 had over a hundred movies, only a few of them had enough sales to put them in the top ten. Its also not a surprise that 2009 was the year the biggest money making movie ever came out:... »
Behind the Scenes: Gold in the Bones
As I walked into the auditorium the Monday before Gold in the Bones was to open, the first thing I noticed were the tons of tools, nails and wood laying around. The set crew was busy at work building the various pieces for the Children’s Show; Gold in the Bones. It was about 5:30 and... »
Top 5 Great but Overlooked Classes at UHS
Do you have an empty slot in your class schedule for next year? Are you unsure of what courses to take? Check out this list of the top five overlooked but great classes here at Urbana High School to help you find a course you’ll love. 1. Urbana Singers: This class represents Urbana High School’s... »