Student's music evolution
Bristol Petryszyn | February 2026
Spotify Wrapped was released on December 3, 2025, which gave listeners customized experiences and options, such as personalized playlists with each listener’s top artists...
The reasons why readers walk away from books
Akiko Antonio | February 2026
After years of revision, trend watching and careful editing, an author’s book finally lands on the store shelves. Where this is supposed to be a dream for many writers, authors continue to face the same problem...
D&D offers an experience like no other
Mason Landis l February 2026
In 1974, Tactical Studies Rules published the first edition of Dungeons and Dragons. Under the leadership of Gary Gygax, the studio created a very unique gaming experience
The Marvel fall off?
A deeper look at this fading genre
Mason Landis l December 2025
On April 29, 2019, Marvel Studios released “Avengers: Endgame.” As one of the most anticipated movies of the year.
If you like gardening, this article is for you
Elizabeth Gefroh l December 2025
Garden art is a truly beautiful skill that takes time and patience...
Authors battle the influence of AI in creative writing
Akiko Brielle Antonio | December 2025
Recently this year, paranormal romance author Lena McDonald faced harsh backlash after her readers discovered ChatGPT prompts in her book...
Where fashion meets high school
Dara Moses l October 2025
Amongst all the clubs and activities, students, ranging from artists, photographers, and musicians, have found multiple ways of expressing themselves...
Interview with junior student actor about his passion for the stage
Akiko Brielle Antonio| October 2025
As the anticipated date for Century’s production of “The Sound of Music” draws closer to Nov. 20, junior Maddux Bryhn prepares to play Franz, the devoted butler of the Von Trapp family...
A deeper look at what's next for the franchise
Mason Landis | October 2025
A guide to designing a character
Elizabeth Gefroh| October 2025
According to Lisa Taylor, an editor and professional writer for SheWrites, character development is “the creation of fictional entities that are presented in the story with the same wonderful complexity...
Minecraft's big-screen adventure
Zoey Buckman | May 2025
After years of speculations and many twists, the beloved sandbox game finally made its way to the big screen. Known for its boundless creativity...
Influencers turn followers into fame.
Emery Cermak | May 2025
In the past, fame was earned from sold-out stadiums, an Olympic medal, or a leading role in a Blockbuster film. It was glamorous and distant from everyday people. Now, a viral TikTok or trending Youtube video is all it takes to launch someone into stardom.
Bristol Petryszyn | April 2025
Toni Morrison’s literary legacy examined with Sanjay Paul
Elizabeth LaDuke | March 2025
A timeless contrast of art styles
Stephanie Crawford | March 2025
Book recommendations to put on your TBR list
Kennedy Petryszyn | March 2025
The Century Star's top reads and recommendations...
Moana embarks on a new adventure, facing exciting challenges and learning more about herself.
Zoey Buckman | January 2025
Six years after "Moana" set sail, she returns in "Moana 2" for a new adventure. Fans question whether "Moana 2" captured the first movie's sense of thrill or if it fell short. Prior to the movie coming out...
Movies for the 2025 season with theatrical release dates announced
Brody Evert| January 2025
Movies coming in 2025
This is a big year for movies with multiple sequels and originals.
With the ending of 2024 and not many movies coming out that year, according to the Marietta Times, with a box office production down 3% compared to 2023. Studios are making sure 2025 will be a massive year for movies with release dates, some being all the way in June. According to IGN, 2025 is “safe to say fans will be looking forward to 2025.”
Recapping 2024's musical success between genres and artists
Emery Cermak | January 2025
Social media platforms like TikTok have been extremely influential on mainstream music. New dances, trending songs, viral clips, or the simple exposure of new music and artists got people listening in 2024. This year was a great exploration of the TikTok effect, from the trendy dance to “Apple” by Charlie xcx, to the viral battle of diss tracks between Kendrick Lamar and Drake...
Find out when the most anticipated albums will be releasing this year
Patton Swenson | January 2025
How has the style changed at Century over the years
Kennedy Petryszyn | January 2025
Icons and newcomers shine in one of music's most immense nights
Zoey Buckman | December 2024
The Grammys are set to happen on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
The Grammy’s award night is bound to be a thrilling, unforgettable night with an assorted lineup of nominees that reflect today's music industry. There are many artists attending the event...
Thoughts and opinions
Keeley McCrory | December 2024
“Wicked,” starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, was introduced into theaters on November 22. “Wicked” originated from the 1995 book “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West” by Gregory Maguire...
Photography through a student lens
Aubrey Eckroth | December 2024
Ana Dendy is a sophomore and a student in the Photography and Advertising Art I class. She developed an interest for photography this year...
A dive into the legacy of the famous poet and her effect on feminist literature
Emery Cermak | November 2024
Remembered as one of the most dynamic and admired poets of the 20th Century, Sylvia Plath has stayed relevant through her vivid and all-consuming writing. Plath suffered from severe depression throughout her life and...
A step-by-step guide to perfect banana bread
Bristol Petryszyn | November 2024
My opinion on what is going to take the style world to its next era
Mabry Bachmeier | November 2024
As we step into a new era of fashion, the question on many people's mind is where is fashion going next? With a rise in social media influencers and knowledge about sustainable practices, trends are going in and out of style quickly...
Artist inspired by Dali and Surrealism
Aubrey Eckroth | November 2024
Lyra Monson is a junior, and she has been taking art classes since elementary school. She is also one of Mary Van’s Literary Magazine students, and she is working on her own personal book full of her writing and art. “Lyra is extremely talented with digital illustration, and she showed her book’s editorial designs to the class. She is creative and courageous, volunteering to share her work and...
A review of The New York Times bestseller
Mabry Bachmeier | October 2024
"My Year of Rest and Relaxation" by Ottessa Moshfegh is a story set in early 2000's New York and features a young, unnamed female who decides to hibernate for a year...
Exploring student opinions on Sabrina Carpenter's newest album
Emery Cermak | October 2024
The American singer and actress, Sabrina Carpenter, reached a high point in fame after her songs "Nonsense" and "Feather" became sudden pop hits in the last couple of years. Her rising success led to...
Starting the year with an interview from Emily Wangler and my personal perspective
Aubrey Eckroth | October 2024
Are you interested in joining the Art Club, but don’t know anything about it? Well, you are in luck! Here is everything you need to know. "We meet in my room, E104, usually on Wednesdays. Sometimes we meet on Tuesdays to work with people's schedules," said Emily Wangler, Art Club adviser. Wangler's favorite Art Club project is...
The subtle shifts reshaping fashion
Zoey Buckman | October 2024
A microtrend is a fleeting style that catches on quickly, usually through social media, and disappears just as fast. People who continuously involve themselves in these microtrends are called “trend hoppers..."
Country music icon does at age 62 after battle with cancer
Brynn Carson | April 2024
Country music icon Toby Keith died on February 5 of stomach cancer. Keith is best known for his 32 number one hit songs as well as the 40 million albums he has sold...
Matthew Perry’s accomplishments and addictions
Kennedy Petryszyn | April 2024
American-Canadian Matthew Perry, who skyrocketed to stardom playing Chandler Bing in popular 90's television series "Friends," died Oct. 23, 2023. Perry also played roles as Lislie Edwards in "Almost Heroes," Alex Whiteman in "Fools Rush," along with...
Analysis on the 2023 blockbuster movie and how its poignant feminist message was received
Aubree Wood | January 2024
This summer quickly became a season for the girls, and there is no doubt that "Barbie" had everything to do with it. Adhering to the roles of stereotypical Barbie (perfect, girly, and pink) while also celebrating deeper themes, such as the duplicity...
Century theater leaves audiences in awe, again
Aubree Wood | December 2023
Over 100 Century students brought "Shrek the Musical" to life on the 16-19 of November. The audience was more than thrilled with the show. Smiles and laughter filled the...
High schoolers' opinions on Olivia Rodrigo's sophomore album
Elizabeth LaDuke| November 2023
Starting off in the spotlight as a childhood Disney star, 20-year-old Olivia Rodrigo's musical breakthrough was with her January 2021 release of “Drivers License”. She released a few more singles, and her debut album...
Football is over. Band is not.
Aubree Wood | November 2023
Instruments in hand, Century High School band students took to the field on October 6 to prove victorious over Legacy in the annual Battle of the Bands. Century’s band has always had...
Delicious homemade caramel-filled cookies
Learn how to make these gooey Rolo-infused delights
Izabella Rash | November 2023
Looking for something to bake or pass time, or maybe you just wanna lie on the couch and relax, either way this recipe is for you! They're called Caramel-Filled Chocolate Cookies, aka Rolo Cookies. You will...
A guide to get yourself the best plants in town
Brynn Carson | May 2023
A remarkable figure of her time
Elizabeth LaDuke | May 2023
In February 1938, Judith Sussman was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey. This child would later take the identity of Judy Blume, who became one of the most prevalent authors of the 20th century. Many years later...
The heat is rising as relationships get tangled in drama
Chloe Dwyer | April 2023
Selena Gomez, a former actress and singer, with a booming makeup company called Rare Beauty has been gaining major popularity on social media. While Hailey Bieber, a public figure and past model, has been losing...
Growing the mind through thinking games
Caitlin Ottmar | April 2023
Most Century students have at one time downloaded strategy and brain-tester apps on their phones, most using the games to pass time throughout the day, or as a way to test their abilities...
So you're interested in making your own books, here's what you need to know
Prudence Miller | March 2023
Century performs two student-directed works of art
Caitlin Ottmar | February 2023
The most enchanting night of the school year
Avery Vollmers | February 2023
The history about the hearing impaired and a class at Century
Mercedes Vanover | October 2022
New mural in the library adds to its ample attributes
Caitlin Ottmar | May 2022