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Is Ryan Williams the best wide receiver in college football?

By Milling Galloway

As an avid college football viewer, I would like to say I have the authority to think Ryan Williams is the best receiver in college football. Although Jeremiah Smith is one of the most alien-like physical specimens the world has ever seen. Don’t quote me on that! I mean the guy is a beast. Two one hand catches with ease last week. He’s just that type of guy, but there is one man above them all. Ryan Hollywood Williams, as the young man and the world would call him. 247 Sports mentions, “The Crimson Tide’s leader in catches, yards and touchdowns through four starts, Williams is already a superstar. He averages a jaw-dropping 28.9 yards per catch and should be a Biletnikoff finalist as a first-year player if he stays healthy and top-ranked Alabama keeps up in the College Football Playoff picture.” This young man is something else. Putting numbers up like that, should be a crime. He is seventeen years old! My age and touching arguably the best defense in the country, in Georgia. This year the rise of the true freshman is taking over the sport. Another case people may argue is Travis hunter is the best receiver. I really like him as the best player in the country, but not as the best receiver. Everyone already knows he’s a freak of nature. Marca.com remarks, “As a sophomore, he was crowned Alabama’s Mr. Football-the first underclassman to receive the honor-thanks to a season with 1,641 receiving yards, 24 receiving touchdowns, 700 rushing yards, and 15 rushing touchdowns.” This shows that Hollywood has been doing this since high school. He also won back to back National Gatorade player of the year. He also graduated early and is still the best receiver in the nation. The world has never seen a kid of this caliber and the world and I are so excited to see what the future holds for the young man.

Why the Royals Can and will Surprise Everyone and Win the World Series

By: Benson Elmore

As the baseball season heats up, fans are buzzing about who’s going to win the pennant this year. The Kansas City Royals might not be the first name that comes to mind, but there’s a case to be made for why this underrated team could surprise haters and doubters and make a deep playoff run and win it all. Here’s why the Royals will come out as the champs in the 2024 World Series.

Young Talent

The Royals have been building a solid roster of young prospects who are starting to hit their stride. With a mix of promising prospects and emerging youngsters, this team has grown exponentially as the season progressed. Players like Bobby Witt Jr. and MJ Melendez are not just future stars; they are the stars as of right now, providing a glimpse of the power the Royals can unleash in the postseason.

Versatile Pitching Staff

Success in the playoffs often relies a lot on pitching, and the Royals have been quietly assembling a staff that can compete with the best. With a combination of reliable starters and a bullpen that can keep them winning, Kansas City has the pitching depth necessary to navigate any playoff series. If their pitchers can harness their potential and deliver under pressure, they could be the backbone of a championship run.

Chemistry

One of the biggest factors of championship teams is their ability to not crumble under pressure. The Royals have a strong clubhouse culture built on what I like to call the power of friendship. Having weathered challenges throughout the season, this team knows how to fight back when the odds are stacked against them. Such a mentality can be crucial in the environment of the postseason.

Previous Success in the Playoffs

While the Royals have had their ups and downs in recent years, they are no strangers to playoff success. With two World Series appearances in the last decade, and a championship win in 2015, the Royals know what it takes to compete at the highest level. Also, there are plenty of veterans on the team, helping the youngsters of the team thrive and succeed in the mental aspects.

While the Kansas City Royals may not be the favorites to win the World Series, their combination of young talent, a strong pitching staff, chemistry, and recent playoff success makes them my personal favorite in this year’s pennant race. As the postseason continues, keep an eye on this team. They might just pull off the craziest run in recent MLB history and bring home another championship to Fountain City.

Ranking Celsius Energy Drinks

By: Olivia Cogswell

Celsius, an energy drink, which is made with two hundred grams of caffeine to help give you the boost of energy to help reach your goals. This drink is better than most energy drinks because it is made with real and healthier ingredients. It contains 7 vitamins, green tea, etc., and it has no sugar, no high fructose corn syrup, and no artificial colors or flavors. The best flavors include: Tropical Vibe, Peach Vibe, Wild Berry, Watermelon, Arctic Vibe, and even a Cola flavored one.

Tropical Vibe is a flavor said to be starfruit and pineapple. The main flavor you taste is the starfruit with a little bit of pineapple. It is very refreshing and gives you the boost of energy needed.

Peach Vibe, tastes exactly like peach candies. However it is not overly sweet which would make it overpowering and allows for better enjoyment.

Wild Berry is not a drink for everyone. It is not as sweet as the other drink flavors, and is almost bitter. However the berry flavor is very strong which is what makes the drink the most enjoyable. Wild Berry is for the people who do not like overly sweet drinks.

Watermelon tastes exactly how one would expect. It is almost like a watermelon candy, however the flavor is not overpowering and overly sweet. Watermelon is very refreshing and gives the flavoring that it advertises.

Arctic Vibe’s flavor is said to be frozen berry. It tastes almost like the wild berry drink, however it is not as bitter as it. It has a more sweet and chilling flavor, which allows it to be more refreshing.

Cola tastes like a less sweetened Coca Cola. It has the carbonated feel as a Coke would, however it does not have the overpowering sweetness that coke does. This makes it more refreshing. The Cola celsius flavor does provide more caffeine than an average coke, and may not be as favorable to Coke lovers.

Those are the top six best flavors of Celcius, and the wide variety and healthy ingredients is why this brand is the best energy drink to choose.

3D Prop Making

By: Lottie Bynum

People have been making screen accurate props for years to mimic their favorite movie or TV shows for years, however with the advancement of new technology available for these types of hobbyists can take their craft to a whole new level of accuracy and efficiency.

In prior years prop makers have used materials such as cardboard, clays, and fabrics to mold their props. Since clays, cardboard and fabrics are so versatile they are still used today, but they have more specific uses. 3D printing and plastics are the new tech to improve the hobby. The plastic is able to be printed in shape rather than needing to mold or cut cardboard for these props.

Props can range from full Ironman suits to weapons or even life sized character models that these hobbyists can make. Some of them run businesses or media accounts helping others to get involved with the hobby of prop making as well. For example, Frankly Built, a prop maker in Raleigh, North Carolina, has built two full Iron Man suits of armor and 3D prints smaller props from various shows and animes such as Demon Slayer(Katannas), Spiderman(Green Goblin Mask), and a Mandalorian helmet. He runs a channel on youtube teaching others how to start prop making and reviews the different 3D printers he has. Other creators focus more on a specific niche. Spartan052, a halo cosplayer, runs a Tik Tok account posting about the video game Halo and how he 3D prints his Halp armor and other Halo props. He also entertains his audience in his armor, sharing encouraging videos reminding viewers to drink water and funny skits as if he was in Halo.

Others in prop making opt for less industrial projects and props such as screen accurate cloth and fabric costumes. Screen/ comic accurate Spiderman, Red Hood, and Mandalorian suits work more with fabric than with 3D printing or cardboard props.

Overall, 3D printing has improved the prop making community and allowed there to be easier ways to achieve their goals.

Benefits of Animals for Families

By: Campbell Cromer

Pets and animals can have a very big and positive impact on families, offering emotional, physical, and social benefits. Whether it’s a dog, a cat, or pets like a hamster or bird, animals often become very loved members of the family, enhancing the household environment in various ways.

One of the most significant effects animals have on families is the emotional bond they carry. Pets are often a source of love and companionship, which can reduce feelings of being lonely, anxious, or even stressed. For children, caring for an animal teaches responsibility, empathy, and caring skills. These lessons help kids develop sympathy and foster stronger interpersonal relationships as they grow. Pets also provide emotional support during hard times, offering comfort when family members are facing difficult or stressful situations.

In addition to emotional well-being, pets also promote physical health. For example, dogs require regular exercise, which encourages families to participate in outdoor activities such as walking or playing in the yard. This can improve your heart health, reduce obesity, and encourage overall physical fitness. Even smaller animals, such as cats or rabbits, can lower blood pressure and reduce stress through just petting them.

It’s not only the family that could use the physical activity. Animals like dogs need to do stuff like play in the yard or go on walks because it is important to their mental and physical health. Animals, especially dog’s tend to get depressed when they sit inside all day with no activity’s .

It is also said that animals can strengthen family bonds. Pets often become the center of family activities, whether it’s playing, walking, or simply spending time together. This shared responsibility can encourage communication and teamwork within the household. Pet are also natural icebreakers, helping families form connections with others in their community, such as neighbors, fellow dog walkers, or people at the vet.

Overall, animals bring happiness, comfort, and life to a household, enhancing the family dynamic and improving the life for everyone involved.

Evaluating the Knicks and Timberwolves Trade

By: Knox Buxton

The New York Knicks and Minnestota Timberwolves just made a blockbuster trade right before the start of the NBA season. The Timberwolves traded their center, Karl-Anthony Towns, in exchange for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, Keita Bates-Diop, and a future first round pick from the Detroit Pistons. The Knicks made this move because they needed to add a center due to Mitchell Robinson getting foot surgery over the summer and having to miss the beginning of the season. The Knicks gave up a lot of depth to acquire Towns by trading DiVicenzo and Randle. Both players were big contributors to the Knicks last season and were a big reason why they made it to the second round of the playoffs. The Timberwolves added more pieces to help their young star, Anthony Edwards. In my opinion, the Knicks won the trade for now, but it could quickly turn around depending on how Towns plays this season and how deep the Knicks go in the playoffs. New York’s biggest problem is the depth, they can try to solve that by giving Deuce McBride more minutes off the bench and trying to add people in free agency or they could see who has the ability to step up early in the year. On paper, the Knicks have one of the best rosters in the league, but like last year, that does not matter if no one can stay healthy. They were missing Julius Randle, OG Annunoby, and Bogdan Bogdanovic. They ended up losing to the Pacers in the second round, but Jalen Brunson proved to be one of the best players in the league. Their lineup this season looks like it will be Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, OG Annunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns. When asked about the trade, Knicks fan Jackson Bonser stated, “I think it’s a fair trade. I also think that we will know within the first ten games whether the Knicks really won the trade or not.” Bonser is very high on New York’s all star pint guard, Jalen Brunson. When asked about how Brunson will fit with Towns this season Bonser said, “It’s a match made in heaven, and both will be on an All-NBA team this season. Additionally, I believe that Jalen Brunson will be in the MVP conversation this season.” The Knicks have a lot to prove by making that move, but Knicks fans like Jackson have a lot to be excited about for this upcoming season.

Top 5 Fast Food Restaurants

By: Addie Griffin

We all know that while you’re on a family road trip or on the way home from a game, all you want to do is get to where you’re going as quickly as possible. There is no time to sit down at a restaurant, but no one wants to go hungry, right? The solution to this is fast food and today, I will be ranking the top 5 best fast food restaurants.

5.Starting off with number five is Sonic.

This could be a controversial choice considering most people don’t particularly love Sonic, but I believe it deserves a spot on this list. Sonic has amazing milkshakes and slushies which makes getting sweet treats fast and easy.

The mozzarella sticks also deserve an honorable mention and might even be some of the best I’ve ever had. The only downside is how expensive Sonic is and how slow service can be.

4.At number four we have Mcdonald’s. Some people think McDonald’s is overrated, but I think otherwise. Mcdonald’s is open all twenty four hours of the day which makes it a great option for a midnight snack -particularly the fries, which are some of the best in the fast food industry. However, Mcdonald’s can be very slow sometimes and this is why it is at number four.

3.Now for number three we have Chick-fil-a. This may cause an uproar, as many people would probably expect this to be at number one. While I think that Chick-fil-a is very good, I don’t think they have enough options and this is why I am putting it at number three.

2.For the second best fast food restaurant, we have Zaxbys. Zaxbys deserves the number two spot because of the amount of options they have as a fast food restaurant. As someone who goes to zaxbys often, I have tried a lot of their food, and I have enjoyed every single thing I have gotten. Zaxbys is also relatively inexpensive which is another great thing about it.

1.Now in the number one spot is Canes. All that is served at Canes is not even in competition with other fast food restaurants. Their chicken is some of the best I have ever had from any restaurant, not even just fast food restaurants. The food along with the unbeatable Canes Sauce is what makes everyone love this restaurant so much.

Country Songs That Are Mandatory For Beach/Lake Days

By: Lucy Buxton

In no specific order, I will be naming and going into detail about country songs that are necessary for a ten out of ten beach day.

Starting off strong, “Summertime” by Kenny Chesney. Yes, This can be a little bit cringey but it fully embraces the excitement and joy that summertime brings. In the first few seconds of the song Chesney says, “School’s out and nights roll in. Man just like a long lost friend.” Isn’t that the truth? In my opinion, there is no better feeling than being able to be out late with all your friends and not worry about what’s to come. As years go on this song will probably make me think about the “good ole days” spending spring break at Litchfield with the people I love.

Another song that makes a day out on the boat even more enjoyable is, “Toes” by Zac Brown Band. When this song came out it quickly became a number one hit and it is very obvious why. This tune is about escaping a nine to five job and going on vacation, which is very relatable for lots of people I know. My favorite line in this is simply, “Life is good today”. It’s so easy to remember how good life is when you go on vacation but very important to remember how lucky you are to wake up even when you aren’t on vacation.

Coming in at number three is, “Long Hot Summer” by Keith Urban. Amongst the famous country singers it is said that “Nobody knows summer like Keith Urban does”. My favorite line from this absolute masterpiece is “Just waiting’ on the sun to go down”. As I said before, when you’re young and it’s summer, you’re just waiting for the sun to go down. This is also a song I can see myself fifty years from now reminiscing on being young and dumb.

Last but not least an obligatory song for a say in the sun is “Springsteen” by Eric Church. This is an anthem for the summer. If you don’t know this song yet, I suggest you take a break from reading this and turn this jam on as soon as possible. My favorite line is “When you think about me, do you think about seventeen”. I’m eighteen now…so old. This song already makes me reminisce.

This Week’s Crumbl Cookie Breakdown

By: Morgan Aycock

My ratings are:

Cookies and cream milkshake ft mini Oreo

Crumbl Cookies’ description: A chilly cookies & cream milkshake-inspired cookie bursting with OREO® cookie pieces from the base to the creamy vanilla buttercream, and finished with a MINI OREO® cookie.

I have tried this cookie and it is really good and chilled is my favorite. The cookie and the frosting both are cookies and cream flavor and it has pieces of Oreo in them. Cookies and cream is one of my favorite flavors so this is number one for me.

Brownie sundae

Crumbl Cookies’ description: A gooey brownie cradled by crisp chocolatey edges, topped with velvety vanilla mousse, smothered in warm fudge, and finished with rainbow sprinkles and a cherry on top.

I think it would be better if it was served warm and not at bakery temperature. I like the vanilla mousse on it and I think this is a good idea to have.

Pumpkin cake cookie

Crumbl Cookies’ description: A warm and fluffy pumpkin spiced cookie layered with cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of semi-sweet chocolate chips.

I like how this is not too much pumpkin and I like the chocolate chips added on top. I also think it was a really good idea to add cream cheese frosting.

Semi sweet chocolate chip

Crumbl Cookies’ description: Chocolate chip, but make it chunky—a delicious cookie filled with irresistible semi-sweet chocolate chunks and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.

This is served usually every week so I think it could get old for people to keep buying. I don’t think it’s a good idea for the sea salt to be there, but overall a pretty good cookie.

Oatmeal chocolate chip

Crumbl Cookies’ description: A thick cinnamon oatmeal cookie filled with layers of melty milk chocolate chips.

I think they have too many cinnamon flavors. I like oatmeal cookies, but I don’t think they had to add cinnamon.

Ultimate peanut butter

Crumbl Cookies’ description: A peanut butter cookie stuffed with peanut butter and topped with a drizzle of melted peanut butter.

Immediately no. Way too much peanut butter and it’s the only flavor that is in the cookie. I think without the peanut butter drizzle on top it could be good, but I think the flavor is way too overpowering.

Why Dexter is the greatest show ever

By: Wyatt Meyers

Definitely one of the greatest shows ever made, “Dexter” works mostly because of its characters and script. Besides being a blood-spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department, the main character Dexter Morgan also has a terrible secret. He is a serial killer. Dexter is an interesting character because of this singular duality. He struggles with values, which keeps us interested and makes us wonder if he’s a hero or a villain all the time.

The book “Dexter” has excellent writing. The writers of the show did an excellent job developing smart dialogue and exciting storylines that keep fans hooked to their screens. As Dexter manages his everyday existence with his need to kill, the suspense in each season grows. The plot is made more complex by the supporting cast, like his sister Debra and John Lithgow’s scary yet smart Trinity Killer. Debra and Dexter’s relationship displays a complex sibling connection that is defined by stress, love, and loyalty.

Deeper problems like right and wrong, and the root cause of evil are also shown in the show. The complex plot of “Dexter” sets it apart from other normal crime dramas. It forces viewers to consider the true meaning of justice and the rightness of Dexter’s acts. Even if his decisions are questionable, the audience may easily relate to him because of the actual internal battle he meets.

Overall, the engaging screenplay and iconic characters of “Dexter” make it a great show. What really sets the show apart is how it keeps viewers pondering while going inside the protagonist’s mind. It is deserving of the title “best show ever” because it finds a perfect balance between action and daring subjects.