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English and creative writing professor, Jong Ash's students line up to take a picture with David Kirby. An author who served as a guest speaker for her class this past month over Zoom at the College of Central Florida's Ocala Campus.

David Kirby: The Secret to a Poet’s Success

Thomas Reed, Managing Editor April 26, 2025

In 2016, Florida Humanities awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award to a renowned author, David Kirby. He was referred by them as a “ literary treasure of our state”. Kirby’s work primarily consists...

The College of Central Florida Business Department is Preparing Students for Future Success

The College of Central Florida Business Department is Preparing Students for Future Success

Sofiia Shcherbakova, Staff Writer April 24, 2025

On Tuesday, April 15, the College of Central Florida’s business department hosted a webinar on conflict resolution for students. The event aimed to help students prepare for the workforce and teach...

A Mystery Aboard Djoran Station 

A Mystery Aboard Djoran Station 

Nevan Breder, Staff Writer April 24, 2025

As the last stop before deep space, Djoran Station sits on the edge of its namesake, the Djoran Expanse, an unmapped region clouded with the vibrant hues of nebulae. It acts as the supply depot for anything...

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Ransomed: An Allegory

Briley Ballard, Contributor April 11, 2025

Josiah stepped back from the wreckage with slumped shoulders, watching the approach of flashing red and blue lights reflected in the cracked windshield. Officers and paramedics leapt from their vehicles,...

"Dune" (2021), an adaptation of Frank Herbert's 1965 novel of the same name and "Transformers One" (2024), an animated sequel to the popular Transformers franchise.

The Downfall of Perspective on Entertainment

Leandro Lara, Staff Writer April 9, 2025

Throughout the last two decades, there have been many significant milestones for the entertainment industry. Many new pieces have been outstanding and remain iconic in overall pop culture. This is proven...

Gary the squirrel excitedly holding his golden peanut in the cover of humorous story, "Gary and the Golden Peanut." Written by Jodie Kane-Combs.

Gary and the Golden Peanut

Jodie Kane-Combs, Staff Writer March 21, 2025

Gary was a simple squirrel; he didn’t expect much from anyone. He spoke to every neighbor - every pigeon, cardinal, and crow that came his way. He was friendly to all of those around him and didn’t...

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Best Friends Until the End

Ky Rythlin, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

CONTENT WARNING: This story contains guns, knives, violence, blood, and death. Please proceed at your own volition.   Growing up, you never really appreciate the life you’re given until you realize...

A strawberry stand selling boxes of strawberries at the Strawberry Festival.

2025 Florida Strawberry Festival Celebrates 90 Years of Tradition

Ashley Brace and Amber Battillo March 4, 2025

PLANT CITY, Fla. (March 2, 2025) — The Florida Strawberry Festival, a beloved annual event, is underway in Plant City, drawing thousands of visitors from across the nation to celebrate the region’s...

Wendy Adams, director of Ira Holmes International Film Series, giving a brief discussion on the topic of the film before the screening.

Some Kind of Heaven: A Dream Like Dive into Retirement at The Villages

Ashley Brace and Amber Battillo March 3, 2025

The Ira Holmes International Film Series continues its thought-provoking lineup with “Some Kind of Heaven”, a visually striking and deeply human documentary that peels back the glossy veneer of The...

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The Blank Book

Jodie Kane-Combs, Staff Writer March 3, 2025

“Ms. Expo-” You begin saying to her. She stops you before you can finish her name. “There is no ‘Miss’ needed, dear, just call me Exposé.” Her voice is kind and gentle. Although you...

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Long Live Queen Alivia

Ky Rythlin, Contributor February 20, 2025

She flew through the forest on horseback without a single ounce of care for her safety. She was running out of time faster than she could count. The moment she arrived, she leaped off her steed without...

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