Insight on the Hotspot
Seth Barnes, Reporter
October 19, 2018
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Teen Culture
Students by morning, Hotspot food sellers after 2:30. The Hotspot is looking to introduce new items to their menu. "We are moving away from sweets," said Mrs. Warnick, foods teacher, and head of the Hotspot. Before the next month rolls around, Warnick and the Hotspot crew sit down and decide who...
Seniors take their final bow
Sadie Scott, Editor-in-Chief
May 8, 2018
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Showcase, Theatre
Every year, seniors graduate and must leave behind the activities they were once a part of. In drama, students must work together at rehearsals to ensure the show goes smoothly. You can create tight bonds this way. That's why this year's senior send-off, which is the largest it's ever been, is said to...
The spectacular Spectaculathon
Corryn Brock, Reporter
May 4, 2018
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Showcase, Theatre
What happens when the princesses stop being kind and start being real? The Brothers Grimm Spectactulathon narrators compile several of the well-known (and not so well-known) Brothers Grimm fairytales and tells them in a reverse sequence so it is a larger story connecting them all. After a dress ...
I have just one question
Connor Hurelbrink, Executive Producer
April 24, 2018
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies
Blumhouse's Truth or Dare released in theaters on April 13, 2018. The movie is based on a group of friends who are stuck in a life or death game of truth or dare. The movie starts when the group is on spring break in Mexico. Olivia, one of the main characters, is charmed by a man named Carter who led ...
Plethora of PERFORM participants
Sadie Scott, Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2018
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Showcase, Teen Culture, Theatre
Meridian drama is an outlet for many students to be involved in theatre, but for those Meridian students who just can't get enough of being on stage, many decide to perform in the Decatur Park District's PERFORM program. "It's like family almost. You know almost everyone there and there's always...
Dog House
Madison Kirkland, Reporter
March 26, 2018
Filed under Restaurants
If you have a little extra money to spend, and you’re looking for a good place to eat, you should drive over to the Dog House located off route 36. They are a new facility, serving dogs, sausages, burgers and much more. I went to the Dog House to grab a bite to eat. I was nervous at first, ...
Denton Little’s review date
Spencer Litteral, Reporter
March 21, 2018
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Books
Ever wish you knew when you would die? Well, in Denton Little's Death Date, everyone knows when they will. And Denton gets his turn at death at the young age of 17. The story of Denton Little's Death Date, written by Lance Ruben, follows Denton Little on what should be his last day alive. Denton ...
Go see Game Night and collect $200
Connor Hurelbrink, Executive Producer
March 12, 2018
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies
The movie Game Night was released in theaters on February 23, 2018. This murder/mystery film appeals to those who love twists, turns, and utter confusion. The movie is centered around something many people participate in across America: game night. Max and Annie met while competing in a trivia...
Hakuna Matata, The Lion King Jr. is a hit
Connor Hurelbrink, Executive Producer
March 9, 2018
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Showcase, Theatre
After getting an early look at Meridian Middle School's rendition of The Lion King Jr., I can confidently say you do not want to miss it. After working closely with the High School Drama Club, I expected nothing but the best coming into this. However, I still had my doubts, considering these bright you...
What’s up with the Forthype?
Matthew Sander, Reporter
March 7, 2018
Filed under Arts & Entertainment
Fortnite Battle Royale is an online multiplayer arena combat game produced by EpicGames. It has also been a craze for some students at Meridian. "It's like basically, you get dropped into this area that's full of guns and potions that give you stuff like shield and other types of things," says Zack...
