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All art by Afreen I started growing oyster mushrooms last summer because I was bored and in desperate need of a new hobby. Then I fell in love with the process of oyster mushrooms, it became more rewarding than I could have imagined (and had a delicious outcome!) With a bit of patience and used coffee grounds, you too can grow your own. Oyster mushrooms are also one of the easiest types of fungi to cultivate due to their quick growth and low contamination rates, making them a

All photos by Rebekah Grace de Guzman Earlier this year, one of our journalists, Charles-Henry Lubatti, published an article on how to access the arts as a high school student.  The last entry in the list piqued my interest: TeenTix LA, in partnership with countless venues across LA County, gives teenagers the opportunity to purchase tickets to shows for five dollars. Utilizing this service, I got the opportunity to watch the North American tour of a musical playing at the Ah

Art by Afreen Majumdar Just like many other people, I love thrifting. Whether you’re a hardcore thrifter, or just starting, I think that we can all agree that thrifting is an ideal weekend activity. All you need is a couple of dollars, a few hours, a pair of gloves, and you’re ready. When I had to start buying my own clothes, I immediately fled to my local Goodwill. From the ripe age of 10, I found my passion for thrifting in a bin full of clothes and a pair of plastic gloves

Art by Zazie Pritchett-Sidle Case Opened: September 2025  Subject: The Curious Contagion of the Yawn  Setting the Scene You’re in class, sleepy and bored . The person in the seat next to you stretches, letting out a long yawn. Within the next seconds, three more of your classmates follow. By the end of the lesson, it seems that the entire class has caught it.  Coincidence? Hardly. Our case today investigates the strange social domino effect of the contagious yawn.  Exhibit A:

All photo credits to Faye Deetsch Cosmic Vinyl, a new record store, originally operated in Echo Park and also had a vegan cafe, but unfortunately had to close in July 2024. Luckily, they were able to re-open in Eagle Rock, finding the perfect location, fitting in with the small businesses in between Transport Skate Shop and Vidiots. The outside of the store features their very own neon sign, and they even have the 1980s arcade game “Centipede,” adding to their retro vibe.  Th

Art by Zazie Pritchett-Sidle Our town’s mysteries continue as the neighborhood landmark, coined “Pillarhenge,” continues to confuse.  If you haven’t read the previous story on Pillarhenge , here’s some background. This site has been abandoned for decades, appearing as nothing but 27 gated-off poles in an arch. The origin of the pillars is unclear, but they’ve been around for a very long time and have had some notable events go down, including a murder in 1978. Clearly, this

On Friday, August 22, Pasadena hosted its 4th Goodwill grand opening. Located on E. Colorado Blvd., the well-known second-hand retail store opened its doors to thrifty shoppers, resellers, and budgeting students. Only 0.2 miles from the Pasadena City College campus, the styles in-store seem to be catered to younger shoppers. While this seems like the perfect opportunity for customers to shop cheaply and get trending pieces that resonate with their fashion taste, something off

Art by Evie Campbell In case you’re one of 86 million Swifties eagerly awaiting Taylor’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl was released...

Art by Jarisse Nabung Do you have great jeans? American Eagle says no, unless of course, you look like Sydney Sweeney. However, there’s a...

Image via The Guardian Women in music have always been underrepresented, marginalized, and erased. For decades, men have dominated the...

All photos by members of Jimmy's family Jimmy, a poodle terrier, has lots of likes and dislikes that he enjoys expressing. The 10-year...

Art by Zadie Kang Fifty hungry resellers, one-hundred pairs of gloves, ten safety cones, and 5 blue bins stuffed with clothes. This is a...

Early this April, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre performed in LA at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion as part of their North American...

All photos by Simone Modina You might have seen the viral uprising of Trader Joe’s newest release of the branded mini tote bags, followed...

All photos by Juliet Hays While she is no man of mystery, Houdini is quite the intriguing young lady. Born on the streets, Houdini had a...

Art by Grace Gill Everyone goes through challenges in life— some more visible than others. Often, we choose to keep our struggles hidden...

Art by Simone Modina With the Calarts and many other animation school’s student films releasing just around the corner, here are a few...

All photos by Ellie Cole-Calderon You might know aerial silks from Cirque Du Soleil, but this art form is so much more, like aerialists...

art by Afreen Majumdar Dungeons and Dragons is a TTRPG, or tabletop roleplaying game—but honestly, the table is optional. To play DnD,...

Parks and Recreation is a wide-ranging program aimed at supporting the community. Rec centers across the country offer sports for kids...

Disclaimer: The sentiments expressed in the article are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of everyone on our staff at The...

Photos by Ellie Cole-Calderon Do you want to learn how to crochet? Are you too intimidated by difficult-looking patterns and...

Image by Irene Maddox Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. The...

Afreen Majumdar Whether you’re a lover of dogs, cats, reptiles, or just pets in general, coming home to a furry, or scaled, friend to hug...

Hi! My name is Sophie Seifert, and I’m a 10th grader at Eagle Rock High School. This year, I was presented with the task of making my...

Photos by Simone Modina and Oona Warren Whether you shop at “the big Target” or go to the gym at the Fitness 19, you’re probably familiar...

All photos by Winter Ryu-Whitney What is Students Run LA?   Students Run LA (SRLA) is a non-profit marathon-training club that allows...

Many parents cherish their children more than themselves, a sentiment deeply appreciated by those very kids. Whether it be through caring...

All images by Aubrey Arias I think we can all agree that pets and their owners are similar and make each other's lives thrive. While...

All images by Eva Jones Casual Encounters: an online source to find a romantic experience on Craigslist; Casual Encountersz: A meeting...

Photos thanks to Mr. Bernstein, Delevan's Principal Recently, Delevan Drive Elementary School became an International Baccalaureate (IB)...

In late September, a good friend of mine invited me to watch Back to the Future  with them. As a fan of the movie and franchise, I...

Art by Jarisse Nabung Tik Tok is a social media platform that allows users to connect with their friends and celebrities through short...

Credited to Searchlight Pictures Warning: May contain some spoilers “It’s been over 50 years since I first heard Blowin’ in the Wind,” an...

An insidious consequence of the wildfires are beginning to set in: fallout. Learn how to take the proper precautions and stay safe.

Photo by Olin Tellefsen In early 2023, a unique gaming store: Viking TCG was born out of a passion for card games, particularly Magic:...

All photography by Carmen Dominguez The story of Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s founding fathers, was not generally told. Then in...

As five major wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles county, the Eagle Rock High came together to band around those affected.

Art by Jarisse Nabung There’s nothing like the feeling of being able to make your own phone call— or at least, that’s what I thought...

Young man yells at a cloud, more at 11

If you’re from Eagle Rock, chances are you know about Yosemite Recreation Center...

This is a list of affordable food places in eagle rock near eagle rock high school

During the month of October there are many things to look forward to. Specifically Halloween with the candy, treats, toys, parties, and...

After going to the annual 2024 Girls Empowerment Conference at East LA College, we can say that it was time well spent. Many inspiring...

Whether you’re a young kid, or going through a midlife crisis, chances are you still have fun at amusement parks. They’re known for being...

In mid July of this year, I was in the car with my dad. We had just arrived home when suddenly he asked, “What is brat?”  ”Brat?” I...

In my opinion, the Goodwill Outlets (also known as the “bins”) are a hidden gem. The bins at Goodwill are a place where you can find...

On September 7th, one of the Eagle Rock/Highland Park community’s most beloved establishments closed its doors permanently.  A highlight...

On April 19, 2024, Taylor Swift released her newest album titled The Tortured Poets Department. Being her eleventh studio album, it...