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Americans watched from home as president-elect Joe Biden and vice president-elect gave their acceptance speeches from Wilmington, Del. Saturday, Nov. 7.

Madame Vice President

Da'Jai Wesson, Editor December 2, 2020

Saturday, Nov. 7, at 11:24 a.m. senator Kamala Harris made history as not only the first woman but also the first African and Asian American, to be elected vice president of the United States of America....

COVID-19 has changed many things about students daily life. Because of the virus, hand sanitizer stations can be found around the school.

When Will COVID-19 Go Away?

Camryn Church, Editor December 2, 2020

The lives of many Americans were completely altered after the lockdown that began in March after a surge of COVID-19 cases started popping up in the U.S. The quarantine lasted well into the early months...

The Election Results Are In

Camryn Church, Editor November 11, 2020

Although the election was on Tuesday Nov. 3, many states didn’t have a clear winner until days after. This delay was caused by the mail in ballots and was expected due to the large number of people choosing...

In the Atlantic Community School District, there are 13 different non-discriminatory categories. Superintendent Steve Barber said, As a school system, we look at ways to provide everyone an opportunity to succeed.

Supporting the BLM Movement

Eleanor Greving and Da'Jai Wesson October 22, 2020

On May 25 at 9:42 p.m., George Floyd was killed in police custody. After being accused of trying to pay for cigarettes with a counterfeit $20 bill, the authorities were called by a Cup Foods employee who...

This map of Iowa was shown during press conferences held by Governor Kim Reynolds. The counties in grey will begin reopening on May 1.

Open Sesame States

Ariel Clark, Editor May 1, 2020

As days fade to months, people have already begun to grow impatient with the current world pandemic. Small businesses are sinking with the lack of financial support needed to survive this quarantine. While...

Cloth face masks have grown in popularity around town, as well as the country. Many community members have donated their time and materials to create these helpful devices.

Cloth Face Masks Helping Stop the Spread

Da'Jai Wesson, Editor April 16, 2020

With COVID-19 proving itself to be contagious, it’s important to take a number of precautions in order to stop the spread. The CDC has recommended a number of safety measures to take, like social distancing,...

On the latest episode of Eye of the Needle, students and staff at the high school talked about how the outbreak has effected their lives.

Straining Against Corona

Ariel Clark, Editor March 17, 2020

Presenting the infected with flu-like symptoms such as fever and coughing, a new strain of the coronavirus, called COVID-19, has presented itself to mankind. The virus is known as “zoonotic,” meaning...

While there are paper recycling bins throughout the classrooms at AHS, there is only one dedicated to plastic.

The Environmental Impact of AHS

Grace Clay, Editor March 17, 2020

Climate change has been a topic of conversation for over 30 years. Lately, it’s been talked about even more, especially with people like Leonardo DiCaprio and Greta Thunburg advocating for the fight. Earth...

Junior Molly McFadden shares her opinion on gun violence, as well as education on the subject.

Gun Safety and Why Education is Necessary — OPINION

Molly McFadden, Editor March 11, 2020

I believe that gun violence in the United States has gotten out of hand. We have become used to seeing mass shootings in the news. When and how are we going to make this stop? I grew up in Iowa with...

Mayor Pete Buttigieg shares his ideas during a campaign stop in Atlantic. Buttigieg dropped out of the race before Super Tuesday.

Another One Bites the Dust

Camryn Church, Editor March 6, 2020

This week has been the defining week for some of the presidential candidates, with Super Tuesday’s results leaving only a few left in the race. Senator Elizabeth Warren dropped out on Thursday, March...

The law change prohibits people under 21 years of age from buying tobacco products. It was enacted on Friday, Dec. 20.

The Tobacco Law Change

Jayden Ford, Staff Writer March 5, 2020

The United States Food and Drug Administration raised the official minimum age to buy tobacco products like cigarettes, vapes, and chewing tobacco from 18 to 21. President Donald Trump signed the new age...

Presidential-hopeful Pete Buttigieg speaks to Atlantic residents last fall. Buttigieg is third in the latest Iowa poll, with 15.5 percent.

Caucus Season Kicks Off in Iowa Tonight

Camryn Church, Editor February 3, 2020

The United States looks to Iowa on Monday, Feb. 3, as the nation’s first caucus kicks off. As the Iowa caucus is the first in the country, it sets an example for other states. A caucus is when voters...

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