By: Raven Williams
The World Health Organization (WHO) says that the outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus is not yet a pandemic. This strand of coronavirus first popped up around late December. Since then, it has infected 24,000 globally and has killed at least 490. The virus has been reported in 25 countries outside of china with two of the deaths outside of mainland China. “WHO and partners have developed a global strategic preparedness and response plan,” a WHO Report said, “which outlines the public health measures that the international community can provide support to all countries to prepare for and respond to the 2019‑nCoV [coronavirus] outbreak. The overall goal of the strategic preparedness and response plan is to stop further transmission of 2019-nCoV within China and to other countries, and to mitigate the impact of the outbreak in all countries.” As WHO works to prevent coronavirus from becoming a pandemic, world leaders, inside and outside of China, do their best to protect citizens from the illness. “We don't have a travel ban for Chinese not to get to the US,” Chinese Ambassador Lin Songtian said. “We don't evacuate our citizens from the US because we believe it's the most developed country in the world. They need to protect our people. We have no choice, we have to join hands together to fight and keep away from the disease.” Many have remarked that China’s officials have been good about keeping everyone updated. “So far the Chinese have been more transparent certainly than in past crises and we appreciate that,” Trump’s national security adviser Robert O’Brien said. If you are worried about coronavirus or getting sick in general, there are a few things you can do. “Wash your hands frequently with soap and water,” WHO’s website said. “When coughing and sneezing, cover mouth and nose with flexed elbow or tissue – discard tissue immediately into a closed bin and clean your hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water.” With there only being 12 known cases in the U.S., the chances of coronavirus spreading are low, but it is important to be smart and practice good hygiene.
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By: J. Barton
The judge's pen scribbles down the scoring of the group as the last note of the piece rings in the room while the group finishes their ensemble. This year the school took one group and one soloist to Solo and Ensemble, and all are headed to the state competition in May. The ensemble consisted of: senior Beau Creech; junior Heather Auvil; sophomores Kamryn Trost; Andy Albright; Jamie Barton; and freshman Jacob McCray. The soloist performing was Heather, and both performances took place on Feb 7. The ensemble has been practicing since they first got back from winter break, and the soloist has been working on her piece since before winter break. Beau was excited prior to the competition. “This is my first time doing this big of an ensemble,” Beau said. “Last year I qualified for state, and I think we can do it again this year. I think we are going to do very well this year.” Heather had to perform her solo, and then, immediately following the solo performance, she performed with the group. “The solo is something new and exciting,” Heather said. “The ensemble is sounding great, and I am proud of everyone in it.” Band Director Jeremy Hendrix is excited and proud of his students for going to solo and ensemble. “I am very proud of my students for working hard and especially for a big ensemble like that,” Hendrix said. “Heather [had] to do a solo right before her ensemble performance, and she had to have a pianist and have it memorized. I believe in the students and I think they are going to do really well.” The judge finishes his notes, and the score is a 1, the highest they can receive. The students hug through tears as they are told they will head to the state level. By: C. Wisk As the golf season is coming to a start, everyone is waiting with anticipation. They’re still hard at work and making improvements to better the future of the season. “I think we can improve on limiting our strokes for every hole and adding some strength for range,” senior Beau Creech said. Improvement is a big commitment, especially as new teams are formed. “I never played with these people before, but I think we will do fairly decent,” junior Blaine Baugh said. Returning players are working hard and are looking forward to making new memories to go with favored past times. “One of my favorite times was when me and Raymond Gicker were walking to the green and we fell in the water,” Blaine said. Hopefully this season brings lots of wins and new memories for this group. By: C. Lawless Valentine’s Day is a holiday that many people celebrate. Although many people celebrate this holiday, not many know its history. Valentine’s Day occurs on Feb 14 across all of the United States. St. Valentine’s day is a holiday to celebrate romantic love, friendship, and admiration. Near the end of the 15 century, the word “Valentine” was described as a lover in poems and songs of the day. St. Valentine is the saint of lovers, who was thrown in jail because he broke the rules and arranged marriages in secret. When Claudius found out, he threw him in jail. While Valentine was in jail, he fell in love with the jailer’s daughter. When he was taken to be killed on Feb 14, he sent her a love letter. He signed this letter with “from your Valentine.” Everything that is done for Valentine’s Day is done for St. Valentine. This day has been celebrated as a month of romance and still is. It contains a trace of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. Many believe that Valentine’s Day was placed in the middle of Feb by a Christian church. The Romans had a festival named Lupercalia also in the middle of Feb. In this celebration, boys drew girl names from a box. They would then be boyfriend and girlfriend during the festival. They would sometimes get married. Later, the church wanted to turn the festival into a Christian celebration. Therefore, they decided to use it to remember St. Valentine too. In the midst of the candy, flowers, and gifts, don’t forget St. Valentine’s legacy on this Valentine’s Day. By: C. Creech Fans cheering as the softball flies through the air. Teammates yelling as the player rounds second base. Over the fence the softball goes. Softball season started Saturday, Feb 1. Some of the seniors are very excited for the new season and the new members. “I’m ready to start playing games because we have a few young ones playing with us, and I’m excited to see how they do,” senior Reese Griffin said. “All the seniors are pretty much my best friends, so I’m gonna miss getting to see them everyday and all the memories we have. My favorite memory is hard to choose, but it’s probably when we had the overnight tournament last year. We just hung out and had fun in the hotel rooms.” Some of the seniors are having a hard time adapting to the thought of it being there last season with the team. “I am so ready for softball season to start because I've been preparing this whole year,” senior Corrina Hall said. “ I'm ready to get on the field with this team and just do what I do. I will miss the bonds we have and our friendships. The laughs, and birthdays spent together, the cries and gossip sessions. To have a family that has been with you since first and second grade to now is something special. Everytime we're together is a great time and a good memory.” Not only are the seniors having a hard time, but the coach is having a hard time with the idea of saying goodbye. “I am very excited about this season, and I’m always ready for softball to start!” head coach Lexi Commander said. “This group of seniors is so special to me. I’m going to miss their work ethic, competitiveness, and the way they truly love and care about each other. They get just as excited when someone else does well as when they succeed themselves. Their bond is so special, and I just enjoy coaching them. I have loved coaching this group since they were 7th graders, because they just come out there and work hard every day and have fun doing it!” Tennis season has started, and the players and coach Larry Hurta are all excited and prepared to begin the year full of new players and lots of wins.
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