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The first episode of the 2023-24 school year introduces new EON members Kaden Lensch, Nick Bennett, Austin Kalny, and Addie Welsh. The show introduces the new mural in the commons with an interview with its designer, Liz Herrick-Williams. The team interviews freshmen about their expectations for the coming year.
The Eye of the Needle
Sept. 1, 2023
September 4, 2023
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About the Contributors
Bennett Whetstone, Broadcasting Editor
“I joined as soon as I could,” said Bennett Whetstone. Whetstone has been in journalism since his sophomore year here at AHS. Whetstone also participates in cross country and track.
Whetstone has been in broadcasting and the yearbook. He likes broadcasting because he is able to record and edit videos. It gives him something to work on every week while he is editing the Eye of the Needle. Whetstone believes that journalism allows students to be more involved within AHS. This school year Whetstone wants to see the broadcasting program to do better than last year. Journalism has made it so he can do more than just learn at school; it has opened up a whole new side of the school.
Whetstone also runs track and cross country. He enjoys running and spending time outside. Outside of school, he worked at Orscheln this winter. In his free time, he plays the guitar. He has been playing the guitar for five years.
“ I may seem quiet but when you know me I’m not,” said Whetstone He is a caring and trusting person.
Written by Aubrey Welsh and Nissa Molgaard
Mason McFadden, Broadcasting Editor
Mason McFadden, 17, has taken part in journalism for the past two years. Mcfadden’s favorite department of choice is broadcasting because “I love editing and I'm good at it so it's only natural.”
His favorite part of journalism is making funny videos. To him, it is just a “good time.” He most enjoyed making the Valentine show last year with the Journalism Production class.
McFadden participates in many school activities such as Cross Country, Soccer, and AHS Fuel. He also has a variety of hobbies such as playing piano, hiking, hanging out with friends, cooking, and “lots of running.” After school, he works on yards for Templeton Lawn Care, whether it’s mowing in the summer or scooping snow in the winter.
McFadden explained why he is a good fit for the broadcasting arm of journalism: “I'm not the best at writing stories so the Needle isn't for me, and I struggled making my yearbook page last year, so that's not for me either.” McFadden also said he loved the flexibility in journalism and how it lets you express your creativity.
Story by Talon Lajeuness and Kaden Lensch