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Dear Evan Hansen Playbill at the Music Box Theatre, New York City on November 4. The stage is set on Evan Hansens bedroom and screens displaying various social media sites update every second.

Dear Evan Hansen: A musical with powerful messages and strong emotion

Sophie Ralph, News and Multimedia Editor December 1, 2017

The hit new musical Dear Evan Hansen has been a huge success for several reasons. The musical appeals to students by addressing the themes of loneliness and suicide in a high school setting, and it strikes...

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Tanya Kelloggs jeep mid transformation.

The process of becoming a teen driver

Anna Hicks, Online Editor December 1, 2017

Driving is a significant milestone in a teenagers life. It signifies the start of a more independent stage in their life. Not all teens are aware of the effort and time it takes to become a safe and responsible...

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The students above are transitioning from 5th to 6th period along the 1300s hall. Many must walk for several minutes in order to reach their final destinations across campus.

Transitioning time is extended to accommodate the student body

Will Logsdon, Senior Editor November 28, 2017

After a week long break for Thanksgiving, students returned to South on Monday morning to learn that a new bell schedule had been implemented which increased the transition time from four to seven minutes....

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Christmas time is coming soon and what better way to get in the mood than with a playlist of modern, cheesy, and classic Christmas tunes.

Playlist: Christmas is coming

Brittany Rodi, Photography/Design Section Editor November 17, 2017

After Thanksgiving break, Christmas is just around the corner. The leaves will have all fallen off of the trees and the temperature will have dropped. The change of seasons is something special and often...

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During Thanksgiving, many different families coming from different parts of the world incorporate their culture into their Thanksgiving feast.

Untraditional Thanksgiving

Kate Haas, Senior Editor November 17, 2017

When most people think of Thanksgiving food, turkey, stuffing, green beans, and mashed potatoes might come to mind. However, other students families have a less traditional menu for their Thanksgiving...

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South Cheerleaders practicing in the Arena.

South cheerleading takes the win at state

Grace Drawdy, Editor-in-Chief November 17, 2017

    2017 GHSA State Finals: South Forsyth (7A) pic.twitter.com/NvvV1InBFn — Nam Nguyenvu (@NamNam91) November 12, 2017     South takes the win at the GHSA 7A state finals in Columbus, Georgia...

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The War Eagles burst onto the field before kickoff with excitement about their upcoming game against Mountain View. Their excitement would soon turn to disappointment as they would go on to lose the game.

Mountain View topples South Forsyth

Adithya Ramanujam, Editor-in-chief November 15, 2017

South Forsyth (9-2) lost to Mountain View (9-2) 13-31 in the first round of the state playoffs ending their title run. The game started at South Forsyth High School at 7:30. South opened by scoring...

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10th grade Literature and Composition teacher, Mrs. Reid, is happy to share her feelings about safe places.

Safe places with Mrs. Reid

Sierra Wamsley, Editor-in-Chief November 15, 2017

Teens and adults alike are struggling with mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety. Some have expressed feelings that they do not have a safe place or person to talk to. Within our high school...

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Greys Anatomy, a show created and written by Shonda Rhimes, has reached its 12th year of production and recently released their 300th episode.

Grey’s Anatomy Celebrates with 300th Episode

Alyssa Freyman, Editor-in-chief November 13, 2017

(Before reading this article, be aware that there are spoilers.)   After twelve years of filming, Grey’s Anatomy aired their 300th episode on November 9. Shonda Rhimes, who was inspired by...

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Etowah high school received threats from two identified students on October 26th, sparking panic in staff, students, and security at all Forsyth schools.

Receiving threats at Etowah high school

Brittany Rodi, Photography/Design Section Editor November 13, 2017

On Thursday October 26, three students at Etowah county high school posted threats to the school via social media for reasons that are at this time unknown. This caused panic at the school in Cherokee...

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As final exams count as a double summative grade (and a normal summative grade if it is an EOC class), it is most important to develop the best study plan for yourself in order to pass the finals efficiently.

The Daily Grind: Succeeding in Grades, Classes, and Extracurriculars

Elijah Cho, Opinions Section Editor November 13, 2017

Once I enter the sliding doors of the stuffy, crowded school bus and manage to locate a seat, I open my agenda to take a look at my to-do list for the day. I stare at the page for today, completely filled...

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The new entrance to the Sharon Forks Library is now open for use. This entrance was first became accessible to the public on October 30 this year.

Sharon Forks Library opens after year of remodelling

Alyssa Freyman, Editor-in-chief November 13, 2017

Sharon Forks Library, a Forsyth County Library that has been open since 2000, has undergone expansion and renovation during the past year. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, "the number...

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