Just Say No December 6, 2007
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Drugs are bad. I’m sure that is what people mostly hear from “the man”. Don’t get me wrong, drugs really are bad but most people don’t really know what’s out there. Kids today hear about mostly marijuana, cocaine, heroine, crack, there are a few others but believe it or not there are more popular drugs that are easier to get now and most people don’t know about.
I have a lot of friends that are associated with drugs. Some went to a school downtown called E.B.R.A.T.S. (East Baton Rouge Arts and Technology School). For those of you who don’t know that wasn’t the best school around. It was shut down because of their test scores. There were few rules and the people that went there for the most part were all on drugs. There was only on known straight edge person that went there and the other kids influenced that other wise. Straight edge is “poison free” which basically means you don’t smoke, drink do drugs, anything that alters a state of mind. There are actual gangs of this nature that will “act” upon people that aren’t straight edge. That is really bad in Boston because of the hardcore music scene. To learn more about that watch Boston Beat down.
Anyway, back to my point, now day’s kids have to worry about more prescription drugs. Ecstasy, Lori tabs, Zanibars, and 2ce (If that’s how you spell that). Those are the popular ones. I actually know people that get chemical research drugs that haven’t even been tested yet and take that. Bottom line is that just because it’s not your typical bad drug that you know about doesn’t mean that it’s not a bad drug. For more question about this just come ask me and I will further elaborate why these are bad and what they do to your body.
By Scotty Baldwin
Gas leak causes interstate to close November 29, 2007
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As most of us know from the news and the traffic the interstate has been closed for the past 2 weeks. This closer was caused by a natural gas leak in Rama, Louisiana.
When the leak first started it melted everything around it, including some cars passing on the interstate. Because of the intense heat and the unpredictability of the flame the state decide that it would be safest to close the interstate from Henderson to Port Allen. After their first prediction of the opening date passed they decided to open Henderson exit going west bound so local traffic would run more smoothly. The State Government gave the new opening date as December 7.
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Editor’s Corner November 29, 2007
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This Thursday, a British woman teaching in a Sudanese school was arrested for allowing the children in her class to name a class teddy bear “Muhammad.”
The teacher, Gillian Gibbons, was found guilty of insulting the religion Islam and sentenced to 15 days in prison and deportation back to Britain. The charges were made under Article 125 of the Sudanese criminal code, and according to Robert Boulos, Gibbons got off easy. “She could have had six months and lashes and a fine, and she only got 15 days and deportation,” Boulos told The Associated Press. Both the White House and the British Foreign Office are appalled by Gibbons’ sentence.
Eagle Update November 12, 2007
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Homecoming week with all of its festivities has flown by once again, and the week was ended with the homecoming dance. The homecoming dance was held on October 27, 2007 at the St. John Cafeteria. This year’s theme was, “A Dream Come True”. Faculty, students, family, and friends arrived around 8:30 p.m. to take pictures and watch the homecoming court make their walk. This year’s homecoming court had the fifteen football players and fifteen senior girls. The court was presented around 8:45, along with last year’s king and queen, Ms. Katie Daigle and Mr. Zach Leblanc.
A lot of effort was put into homecoming week by Student Council. On the Friday afternoon before the dance, Student Council decorated the cafeteria with lights, banners, yard card decorations from each class, and more. The D.J. for this year’s dance was D.J. Koolaid. Everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves and have a great time at the dance.
After speaking with many members of the senior class of 2008 about their last homecoming, their overall response was that they had a really good time. When asked to comment on the dance, senior Kaylyn Raffray replied, “I had a really good time at the dance and it was very nicely decorated.” Senior Marlyn Voiselle said, “I had a lot of fun and my last homecoming was very memorable.”
This year, the faculty was very strict on girls’ dresses. In the past, homecoming has always had rules that girls’ dresses could not be provocative. This year, the rules were enforced to a whole new level. Faculty members were standing at door checking for low cut dresses, dresses too short, and anything that made your dress inappropriate. They were not afraid to send anyone home from the dance.
By Corrine Reeves
Gas prices climb higher November 8, 2007
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Today’s gas prices are once again at a high with the recent increase, added about a week ago. The current price for gas is about $2.90 a gallon for unleaded gas alone in Louisiana, but shows no sign of dropping soon. Furthermore, the price for gas is at an almost record high for November being almost four dollars a gallon. American drivers have never paid this much for gas in November, and the sudden rise could continue as demand for home heating oil and international tensions tighten the world market. Last years prices were almost an entire dollar below the current prices as well. The over all current prices average at about $3.06 for regular, $3.24 for medium, $3.36 for premium, and $3.39 for diesel.
The reason behind these increases is still slightly unclear; however, it most likely has something to do with the newly introduced ethanol, which is only $2.29 a gallon. This alternative fuel is not only cheaper, but safe for the environment as well and gives a higher engine performance than unleaded gas, and attempting to change the type of fuel worldwide is far too big a problem, meaning the two are at completion with one another. Another factor behind the increased prices may involve the euro, which has recently become more valued than the American dollar in currency exchange. This is already bad seeing as how the minimum wage increases due to occur within the next several years will make it even more unvalued. In my opinion, I would prefer that we become dependent on ethanol, in order to help the environment.
Unfortunately, it is not that simple, seeing as how the cars that run on ethanol are very pricey this may never occur. These cars are most likely not going to become cheaper, seeing as how people need their jobs to roll in lots of money. There are probably many reasons behind this.
Below is a link for a listing of all 50 states’ gas prices:
By Robbie Gomez and Brooklyn Landry
Editor’s Corner November 6, 2007
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In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, first lady Laura Bush is in the Middle East meeting women there to help the program’s message. Breast cancer is a serious disease for women all around the world—it’s one of the leading fatal diseases for women—but especially for women in Saudi Arabia, where a social stigma is attached to the disease. Many women fear seeing male doctors so much that they refuse to be seen for a diagnosis. One woman was even divorced when her husband suspected she had the disease.
Voice of the People: Lifting the Blue Law in LA November 6, 2007
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For those of you who don’t know what the blue law is, the blue law is a law that prohibits the retail of liquor and wine on Sundays. Beer was still allowed to be sold. The blue law was just a traditional law made from the old social taboo of Louisiana. If I had to guess it revolved around the church society and how it used to be very powerful in Louisiana. Now days, from the growing urge to drink from young people this was a problem. People weren’t able to buy drinks at a bar on Sundays.
His Royal Highness: Homecoming King Rodarrick Jones November 6, 2007
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Homecoming has become more than a tradition and is now a big part of schools everywhere. During Homecoming both a male and a female are chosen by vote to be king and queen of the dance. This year our Homecoming king is Rodarrick Jones also know as “Who? Roe Jones.” For those who know him I think we can all agree that he fits the role as king perfectly. Roe is always willing to help someone no matter what age. His talent is shared throughout the school and that is an honor to be able to share such a great thing. Parents have said how well Roe works with children and how they can tell he truly enjoys getting involved with them. Not only has Rodarrick scored high is sports but he is also a great student and a joy for teachers and fellow classmates.
LSU Victory November 6, 2007
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Number 4 ranked LSU defeated Auburn, ranked number 17, 30 to 24. The game was held on October 20, 2007 in Baton Rouges one and only Tiger Stadium, also well known as “Death Valley”.
Eagle Update: Homecoming November 6, 2007
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Homecoming has been a great tradition at St. John High School for years and years. The students are always very excited about not only the dance, but also homecoming week which is the week before homecoming. Homecoming week is always a lot of fun for the students, and we really enjoy the many activities we get to participate in. Throughout the week, each grade level receives points for the many activities. The grade with the most points at the end of the week wins.
