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Reporting the news since 1914

The Blue & Gold

Originally named the Atari Video Computer System, the Atari 2600 made its debut on September 11, 1977. (Jamie Lendino via PC Magazine)

The Grandfather of Video Games

By Lainey O’Toole, Guest Writer
May 31, 2026

During the 1970s and early 80s, technology constantly changed and evolved, causing lifestyle shifts and bringing new experiences into the world. While analyzing the facts and statistics can lead to a general...

Christa McAuliffe, a teacher from Concord, New Hampshire, was chosen by NASA to be the first civilian to go into space. (Bettman; Corbis/VCG)

Beyond the Explosion

By Danial Gamble, Guest Writer
May 29, 2026

On January 28, 1986, millions of Americans watched in horror as the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster was broadcast live on television just moments after liftoff. What was meant to be an inspiring moment...

The Shaky Knees Festival has been a hallmark fall event for Atlanta since 2013. (Shaky Knees)

Shaky Knees Returns to Piedmont Park

By Ryan Hewitt, Media Editor
May 19, 2026

This September, more than 60 bands and almost 50,000 people will flock to Piedmont Park in midtown Atlanta for the annual Shaky Knees Music Festival. This three-day rock music festival, first introduced...

Director Stanley Kubrick (Left) and Nathan Bateman from "Ex Machina" (Right), played by Oscar Isaac. (©A24 Films 2014)

The Illusion of Control

By Spencer Patton, Staff Writer
May 9, 2026

In the 2014 film "Ex Machina," writer-director Alex Garland created one of science fiction’s most fascinating characters in Nathan Bateman, a genius tech CEO obsessed with controlling everything and...

Students enjoy themselves near the flag pole. Chanel Day would not be the same without the music festival atmosphere. (Contributed)

Our Dedication to St. Peter Chanel Day

By Katerina Hoysa, Staff Writer
May 7, 2026

St. Peter Chanel Day is a school-wide event where 7th through 10th graders enjoy fun activities, such as playing games and face painting, while the 11th graders run and coordinate all the activities as...

Paul Thomas Anderson receives Best Director during the 2026 Oscars for his film One Battle After Another. (Variety)

Hollywood’s Merit Myth

By Luke Childs, Opinion Editor
Mar 24, 2026

The most interesting thing about this year’s Oscars wasn’t who won but rather who did not. An award show and the most highly coveted celebration of film for nearly a century has hid behind its glamor...

Bloomberg News Reporter Mike Sasso meets with members of the Media Literacy class to share his knowledge and experience about the changing media landscape. (O'Connor)

Check the Box, Join Media Literacy!

By Harris Cope, Staff Writer
Feb 19, 2026

With the 2025-2026 class registration around the corner, considering Media Literacy as one of your electives could be an amazing decision for yourself. Do you have a passion for writing, information,...

Director Clint Bentley and actor Joel Edgerton collaborate on the set of Train Dreams. (Daniel Schaefer/BBP Train Dreams. LLC.)

A Reignited Hope in Film

By Luke Childs, Opinion Editor
Feb 16, 2026

Despite the dominance of streaming platforms and the erosion of theatrical moviegoing, a remarkable wave of recent films has demonstrated that cinema remains alive and best experienced in theaters. In...

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