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By Bryan W. On Wednesday, August, 15, 1941, at 7.14 PM, Charles Foster Kane, the owner of “New York Daily Inquirer,” and protagonist of a movie we recently watched in Journalism class, Citizen Kane , passed away in his bedroom. He was holding a snowglobe, which dropped to the floor and shattered upon his death. As he passed, he whispered the word “Rosebud,” confounding journalists in the film and viewers of the film alike. Journalism students watched Citizen Kane to learn abo

By Natalee O. In February 2008, on Thursday the 18th, at  5:30 pm, Leonardo Ortiz also known as (Nalo) abruptly passed away  in his sister Lola’s house . He left this world comforted by the presence of  his loving sister Lola  and wife  Neva  and is now in a better place. Although his death was over 15 years ago , his memory continues to live on . As  a student from Airport High School , I am writing about this because many of my family members no longer remember him . I want

By Ji'Myriah B. On Saturday, October 18,  following a life of love and fond filled memories made, Robin Lynn Norris transitioned to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ while surrounded by family. She was very educated in the public schools of Greenwood, South Carolina, where she attended Ware Shoal High School. She loved talking to youngest child, La’Keisha just because her youngest child would call her when she was bored and she loved talking to one of her granddaughter

By Taylor M. On August 11th, 2014, we lost Robin Williams, a legendary American actor and comedian who is well known for his amazing improvisational skills and his wide variety of spontaneous characters in drama and comedy films. Today, Robin Williams is a huge influence at AHS, especially to the theatre department, who praise him for his role as the Genie in Aladdin. So, even though his passing was over 10 years ago, Williams remains in our thoughts and hearts. Robin McLauri

By Jahmarcus W. Portgas D. Ace, Son of the Pirate King and Beloved Brother It is with heavy hearts and eternal pride that we mark the passing of Ace at only age 20, died on January 5, 1522, at Marineford during the Summit War, where he sacrificed himself to protect his younger brother, Monkey D. Luffy. Born the son of Gol D. Roger, the Pirate King himself, and Portgas D. Rouge, Ace’s very existence was a miracle one carried and protected at the cost of his mother’s life. Thou

By Felix B. Many years after my pet dog's name, coffee, passed away from his old age. He was a member of our pet dog family. He passed away from his old age on February13, 2023. Even though it has been over two years since is passing, we still love and miss him. In 2019, We picked him up while he was a little puppy. We took him a bath and explored the house that will live with us. Later that night we heard our dog crying, so we checked it out and he was a little injured on hi

By Alma M. On July 22, 2025 a bright and shining light went out when John Michael Osbourne, known as the iconic Ozzy Osbourne, sadly left us at the age of 76. He passed away at Harefield Hospital in Jordans, United Kingdom with a heart attack. Ozzy Osbourne connects to my School Airport Highschool because he was once a student just like a lot of us and as a student you love to listen to music while doing your work or just because you love hearing music. In my school lot’s of

By ISabella F. On Thursday, July 24, 2025, the community of West Columbia was hit with devastating news of the passing of Peter Lloyd Fisher. He was 63. Many got the chance to know him through his attendance at Airport High School and UofSC as he played baseball and basketball, work around the city in the engineering field, and the love for his church. A family member confirmed that a police officer showed up at one of the families house to inform them on Friday, July 25, 202

By Harper M. South Carolina offers diverse and abundant hunting opportunities, from the coastal marshes of the Lowcountry to the mountains of the Upstate. Hunters can pursue a wide range of game, including white-tailed deer, wild hogs, Eastern wild turkey, and waterfowl. As a hunter myself, I can vouch that these places will not let you down. 1. Santee Coastal Reserve Located near McClellanville, the Santee Coastal Reserve is one of South Carolina’s premier areas for duck hu

By Morgan M. This August I started my thirteenth year of school. I am now a senior. I have had many ups and downs during my high school years. Some things were very challenging, and some things were straightforward. There were plenty of demanding moments, but I had goals that needed to be reached. Therefore, I feel that I know how to get through my last year in high school and have a wonderful rest of the school year. Senior Meeting - On August 15, 2025, there was a senior cl

By Malleah H. Let's face it, sometimes school can seem to drag on forever. Whether it's a boring class or group work you may feel left out from, or even your own job. We have all had moments where we don't feel like doing anything but want to look busy. So here's some 8 different strategies (and harmless) ways to pretend you're doing work when you're not, from the perspective of a student at AHS who is really good at the art of looking busy. 8. Play a typing game. This will w

By Kassadi H. As high schoolers it can be very hard to wake up each morning and follow a specific, coordinated morning routine.  It can feel like a struggle to not want to sit in your bed and spend 5 more minutes sleeping or doom scrolling through different social media. I personally used to struggle with not wanting to get out of bed and spend a few more minutes in bed but, these are eight different ways to help you out of this struggle and improve your morning routine.  8.

By Jamarion L. & Madilyn B. Airport High School only sells two different kinds of cookies in the lunch line, which are chocolate chip and double chocolate chip. Some students want more variety, considering many students’ favorite cookies are not sold in the cafeteria. We are writing this article not only to show Airport that they need to sell more types of cookies but also to inform the cafeteria staff about what cookies they could potentially sell. As two aficionados of cook

By Emily H. South Carolina, also known as the Palmetto State, has many beaches, mountains, fun cities, and amazing nature. Whether you like relaxing on the beach, hiking in the woods, or exploring new places, there's something here for everyone. Many people at Airport high school are hard workers and deserve a break, even if they are only just teenagers. Therefore, this article contains locations across the state that everyone should visit at least once and that most teenager

By Alma M. & Kayley P. Hobbies are fun for teens to express themselves and explore their creativity and interests, though at Airport High School, students are often more focused on sports and gaming hobbies. But what about other hobbies like art and crafts, hiking, baking, and more? Even if hobbies don't draw the crowd's attention, it doesn't mean they don't deserve the spotlight. We believe every different kind of hobby deserves recognition for what makes it fun and exciting

By Natalee O. Unsolved cases can bring questions, tension, and more. Many students at Airport High School have the opportunity to take forensic science, criminology, or law classes where they take part in hands-on projects that allow them to understand how investigating works, or simply even just for a science credit. I’m writing about this topic because I'm interested in crime, especially those cases that have remained unsolved, and because this article may appeal to student

By Jailyn R. After buying food from the food truck rally for Hispanic Heritage Month, held on Friday, October 17 during lunch, I noticed there was food I wanted to try that wasn’t available. The trucks mostly sold tacos and burritos, which are associated with Mexico but not other Hispanic cultures, but I realized they don’t offer the Puerto Rican dishes you might see at parties or make on a daily basis. So, in honor of celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at AHS, I wanted to m

Let’s talk about Death Battle in 2010, back before people were eating Tide Pods or spoonfuls of cinnamon for views. There was a small company in Dallas, Texas, called ScrewAttack, which provided content for one of the most passionate groups of all: gamers. One such employee, Ben Singer, went from being one of the company’s first interns to a paid staff member, creating shows like Metal Gear Ben, Clip of the Week, and several other series that eventually disappeared when Roost

By ISabella F. Whether it is a school play, concert for an arts class, or a dance recital, performing for an audience can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Here at Airport High School there are many opportunities to step on stage with our art department. This means that stress for performers can build before, during, and after a performance. Without being managed, stress can cause physical and mental harm such as shaky hands, self-doubt, and, eventually, burnout. Learning

By Natalee O. One popular subgenre of TikTok accounts right now is running content.  Several TikTok accounts focused on running are currently trending, especially those sharing running tips, motivational content, race highlights, and creative workout challenges. Accounts like @the_runners_corner , @runningwithcody , and @marathonmom  have gained popularity recently for their engaging content, fitness advice, and personal running journeys. Running-related hashtags like #Runnin

A 2023 Pew Research Center survey found that 53% of U.S. adults report having between one and four close friends, 38% say they have five or more, and 8% admit to having none at all. If these numbers hold true for students at AHS, this makes me think that students have far fewer friends than we realize--and of those friends, how many are genuine versus fake? Being in a fake friend’s territory can be scary. But after having an experience with a fake friend once before, I’ll be

By Emily H. Making slime is a popular craft for kids. It is easy to find the ingredients around your house and cheap to make if you have to go to the store and buy them. Making slime is also a fast simple process that keeps kids entertained for hours. I’ve made slime many times myself and  with kids, so I know what works best. This recipe is one I’ve used over and over and it is very simple and always turns out great. Unlike a lot of slime recipes out there, this one uses onl

By Marvin P. and Kam B. Many people could say, “Hair could tell a story,” and personally, I agree. Some might even argue that dreads hold the most memories. Dreads, or locs, are a personal statement and, for many of us, a cultural connection. As a high school senior who’s been through the awkward phases, the “Give up” or “They’re so ugly” comments, and the moments of wanting to quit, I get it. But trust us—they can change a person, and if you want to change, tap into our arti

By Bryan W. What is a strategy game?: Strategy is a genre of games where players use decision-making, planning, and tactics. Unlike other games which might rely on luck such as Candy Land, strategy games are entirely about skill and using your brain. Find a strategy game: Strategy games aren’t for everyone. Don’t feel like you have to jump right to chess just because it’s popular, feel free to start with simpler games like Exploding Kittens or Connect 4. Learn the basics: Whi