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Just google it. Google is an official verb according to the Meriam-Webster dictionary, which isnt surprising considering how often its used on a daily basis. But with a plethora of lawsuits headed their way, the company may not be giving journalists their fair share.

It’s not just a search: the google lawsuits and their effect on journalism

Naisha Roy, Copy Editor October 23, 2020

Google is by far the most popular search engine in the world, followed only by Youtube, which is a subsidiary of Google. With an influence this huge, the parent company of Google has a market value of...

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Rest in peace. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was an influential woman who changed lives. Her successes helped many women around the world. Photo used via flickr under creative commons.

The Loss of Ruth Bader Ginsburg: a One-Woman Show

Saahithya Gutta, Lifestyle & Features Editor, Social Media Lead October 21, 2020

The passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg on September 18, 2020, sent shockwaves throughout the entire nation and raised the stakes for this year’s presidential election. This tragic event...

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Back the Blue. Five teams from all over the county competed in a softball tournament supporting first responders in Forsyth County. Teachers and staff from schools in the county came together to support first responders. Three teachers and softball coaches from South, Coach Brooks, Coach Weber, and Coach Pearson, competed in this tournament.

Back the Blue softball tournament raises $60,000 for B.A.D.G.E.

Kayleigh Emberton, Senior Editor October 19, 2020

On Saturday, September 26, people from all over Forysth county gathered at Central Park to watch the Back the Blue Softball Tournament. Games started at 11:00 and five groups of government employees showed...

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American Absentee Ballot. Absentee voting is a way Americans can vote for President in the upcoming election on November 3, 2020. The absentee ballot system is beneficial to the American people, especially with COVID-19 as a threat. Trump has said in his press conferences that he will be voting using an absentee ballot.

Why the mass mail-out voting system won’t work

Lucy Moon, Staff Writer October 19, 2020

As election day approaches, Americans have to decide how they’re going to vote this election. The two main options are either going to the voting polls or voting by mail. States are having to deal with...

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Students at the French Renaissance Fair. Students are gathering for the fair and waiting for it to start. The fair took place in Souths Plaza on October 6th. It was a lot of fun! said Junior Ayesha Raparla.

The French Club Says “Bienvenue!” to Newcomers with its Renaissance Fair

Saahithya Gutta, Lifestyle & Features Editor, Social Media Lead October 19, 2020

On Tuesday, October 6th, South’s French Club hosted their first event for the year as a Renaissance Fair to encourage more students to get involved in the club. This unique event took place in South...

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Kamala Harris answering Susan Page. Page asks Senator Harris a question at the 2020 vice presidential debate. Harris and Pence answered their questions professionally and clearly, unlike Trump and Biden at the presidential debate.

Harris and Pence face-off in the vice presidential debate

Kailee O'Donnell and Lucy Moon October 15, 2020

On Wednesday, October 7, Vice President Mike Pence and Senator Kamala Harris faced off in the first vice presidential debate at the University of Utah. Compared to the first presidential debate, which...

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Go War Eagles! The cheerleaders smile for the camera, ready to cheer on the strong and successful  SFHS Varsity Football team. The cheerleaders came together this year to perform stellar cheers and stunts for the crowd to boost team spirit at the SFHS football games.

Varsity Sideline Cheerleaders Benefit Their Team and Community

Kailee O'Donnell, Sports Editor October 15, 2020

From September 15th to September 25th, the Varsity Sideline Cheerleaders for South Forsyth High School sold silver and blue masks studded with decorative eagles to their community for their 2020 cheer...

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Senior War Eagle on the field. Makenna Segal is ready to jump into action as the Gainesville batter approaches the plate, her eye on the ball. Makenna Segal joined the varsity softabll team her freshman year, and has continued to play in and outside of school with plans to play in college.

Softball Senior Night Brings Another Success

Kailee O'Donnell, Sports Editor October 15, 2020

On Tuesday, October 6th, the South Forsyth War Eagles dominated the Gainesville Red Elephants at the memorable senior night varsity softball doubleheader.  The night of victory began with a tribute...

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2020 Presidential Debate. Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democrat candidate Joe Biden participated in the first presidential debate of 2020. It is uncertain if/when the next debate will take place due to President Trumps COVID diagnosis.

A rundown of the First Presidential Debate

Lucy Moon, Staff Writer October 15, 2020

On September 29, 2020, the first presidential debate between President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden took place at the Samson Pavilion at Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland...

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Testing positive. On October 2nd, President Trump and the First Lady went public about their positive test. Due to this new information, many citizens feared the future of the 2020 Presidential Campaign. Thankfully, the President returned to the Oval Office this week returned to his duties.

Breaking News: Trump tests positive for COVID-19

Grace Drawdy, Editor-in-Chief October 13, 2020

On October 2nd, 2020, the President of the United States, Donald Trump and his wife, Melania, tested positive for COVID-19.  Tonight, @FLOTUS and I tested positive for COVID-19. We will begin our quarantine...

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Obama at work. In an outdoor function, Obama gives a speech to the millions around him. A throwback to his former presidency.

Barack Obama reaching out to voters during the pandemic

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor October 10, 2020

As the election comes closer, former President Barack Obama has offered his help to the citizens of America. by inviting them to text him.  This initiative has the purpose of giving voice to American...

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