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by Emily Thornton, staff writer Senior Noah Thyberg recently committed to play lacrosse at Randolph Macon. Quarterback on the football team and goalie in lacrosse, Thyberg has always known he wanted to play at the college level. “I’ve loved to play sports since I was old enough to hold a stick. I can’t imagine not…
by Alexa Marquis, Editor-in-Chief As someone who spends a large part of my life consuming content that deals with what’s going on in today’s society and pop culture, the verdict in Kesha’s court case definitely disappoints me, but it does not surprise me. I was surprised when Chris Brown beat Rihanna and people at…
By Lauren Mitchell, Staff Writer At River Hill High School, there are a number of clubs that students can join in which they can learn new things, become better leaders, learn about culture, learn languages, bond over common interests for games and tv shows, eat food, make movies, and do just about anything (even croknit!)….
By Nicole Wesche, Staff Writer The 20th Anniversary River Hill Talent show took place Thursday March 24th at 7:00pm. This year’s talent show was sponsored by Angel’s Network, and portions of the proceeds went to Home for our Troops, Grassroots, and We Care Solar. The event showcased 12 different acts, ranging from Indian dancing to…
By Cameron Barros, Staff Writer As seniors begin to wind down their high school careers, they finally have the time to reflect upon the chaos of September and November earlier this year. As all seniors know, that’s the time for college applications, and frankly, little else. However, now that the application process is all said…
By Devin Hendrick, Staff Writer Teachers and administrators are strict about food and drink in classrooms. Students aren’t allowed to eat at all during class, and the only drink that they’re allowed to have in class is water. A student’s waterbottle has to be see through and clear so that teachers or administration can see…
By Lauren Mitchell, Staff Writer A leadership conference was held in the media center during 3rd period on Tuesday, October 12th 2015. What was the leadership conference? Well, in this conference, many River Hill students and teachers assembled to discuss the important issues facing the school community, and to contemplate multiple solutions to these problems….
By Kenny Dustin, Staff Writer Recently, amidst the growing racial and ethnic tension in the United States, a video emerged of a professor at Yale University, Nicholas Christakis, standing up to protesters on the topic of free speech. The controversy at the university began with an email sent out to students by the administration regarding…
By Jasmine Tiamfook, Staff Writer Excitement ran high in River Hill’s Information Center as the Delta Scholars held their annual fall recognition ceremony the evening of October 7, 2015. In front of an intimate audience of friends and family, Delta Scholars initiated fourteen new members to its highly recognized club focusing on culture, class and…
By Cameron Barros, Staff Writer Everyone knows about the Black Friday rushes, the hordes and the all important deals. Many, however, are just learning that you can get fantastic deals without the risk of getting trampled. All you have to do is wait a few days, and get on your computer and mobile device. Cyber…