Boys basketball ends 13-game winning streak

By joel Denicoff- staff writer
March 1, 2011

The longest winning streak in the county came to an end at 13 games Feb. 7 with an overtime loss at home to division rival Wootton, 68-57. The team had a six-point lead with a minute and 18 seconds left in regulation. Wootton tied it up with two three-pointers in the final minute and had the edge in... Read more »

‘Eyeballing’ alcohol causes concern in community

By Jordan Maser Staff Writer
March 1, 2011

It is Friday night, and junior John* walks into a house party. He sees a group of people in what appears to be excruciating pain surrounding the bar. They are eyeballing vodka, and he decides to join them−a decision he will soon regret. Eyeballing vodka is when a shot of vodka is poured into the eye... Read more »

Wrestling team bounces back after coaching scandal

By Matthew Bothers- Sports Editor and Maddy Flax- Archives Manager
March 1, 2011

The wrestling team heads to the postseason tournament after starting strong, slipping toward the end of the season, and accumulating to an average regular season record, due in part to the firing of wrestling head coach Brandon Shapiro Jan. 6, who was then permitted to return to the team as a voluntary... Read more »

Students listen up with music-hiding hoodies

By Julie Kracov Business Manager Olivia Parven Contest Manager
March 1, 2011

During the 21st century technology boom, inventions such as the iPad, electronic books and other Internet-related devices have shaped a fast-paced society where technology and convenience have manipulated everyone’s lives.  The latest invention can be seen throughout CHS—audio hoodies. Audio hoodies... Read more »

Local nonprofit helps Haiti with soap donations

By Ben Schick, Staff Writer
March 1, 2011

One year after a devastating earthquake hit Haiti, poor living conditions continue to plague residents, leading to the spread of deadly diseases such as cholera.  MoverMoms, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to community service, held a soap drive, Hope & Soap for Haiti, from Jan. 20 to Feb.... Read more »

Shedding pesticides, food trends go au natural

By Lori Koenick Staff Writer
March 1, 2011

Organic food is one of the fastest growing industries in food production. Just stroll around the Cabin John Giant; it’s hard not to notice the word “organic” popping up on products in every section of the store.  “About five to 10 percent of our produce is organic,” said Mark Slepitza, a manager... Read more »

Athlete Of the Month: Jordan Bass

By Maddy Jacobs- production editor
March 1, 2011

Ever since he could touch a ball, senior captain Jordan Bass’s motto in basketball has consisted of two words: hard work. Picking up the sport at just 3 years old, Bass knew he had found something he would love for the rest of his life. “I just think it’s the most fun game out there to play,”... Read more »

Senior Intel semi-finalist

Dana Youngentob Public Relations
March 1, 2011

Congratulations to senior Sharon Ong for being named an Intel semi-finalist in the Science and Talent Search. Ong was one of 300 semi-finalists selected from 1,744 total applicants. Ong spent this past summer at NIH as an intern where she worked on the development of blue cone bipolar cells and the retina.... Read more »