Have you ever wondered why movies are so entertaining? Why do they just pull you into a story? Or how do they make a small story become something so much cooler?

     Well, movies provide intense escapism. They hold a lot of emotions ranging from sad, happy, stressed, shy, and a whole lot more. Using visuals, characters, settings, and climate. There are so many different types of movies, including dramas, comedies, action, horror, romance, etc. 

There are so many reasons why people love them so much, but what part do people find the most interesting? For example, people crave the pleasure of reward. Most people like getting paid to do chores; if there isn’t a reward, they probably won’t do it.  Also, movies are just naturally really entertaining and make people want to watch more of them. Everyone loves movies, and they provide natural entertainment.

This is why people find movies so entertaining and fun to watch. What they do and how they do it. What they say it can be just so interesting, entertaining, cool to watch, and even more. 

New year, new trends! There are many different categories of trends, but today we are talking about fashion trends. Not everyone will have the same ideas, but these are the most popular! 

1. Lululemon Clothing- From leggings to keychains, they have it all, one of the most popular brands in the US.

2. Popular Water Bottles- Such as HydroJugs and Owala’s, they pull the fit together. 

3. Popular Shoes- Like Uggs and Birkenstocks, it's the most thought-about piece of the outfit. 

4. Oversized Sweatshirts- Any brand, any color, as long as it’s one size bigger

5. Nike Socks- Short, long, and in between, they will be showing that you know what's in style. 

Written by Reagan Coombs: Arts and Entertainment Reporter

Texas Roadhouse is infinite buttery rolls and creamy, sweet cinnamon butter, big juicy rare steaks, and sweet sticky barbecue ribs. While Chick-fil-a is crispy chicken sandwiches with diced pickle and salty fun-shaped waffle fries, and soft creamy hand-spun milkshakes with a cherry on top. Even the cherry tastes of absolute joy. Both are very loved by the public and very popular, but if one were to overthrow the other, who would win? The students of Fruita Middle School will decide. But first, let's take a look at the facts.

Chick-fil-A was founded in 1946 by S. Truett Cathy in Hapeville, Georgia. Chick-fil-A has now expanded greatly, with over 2,600 restaurants built. But It wasn't always this way. Cathy was always hard working throughout his whole life. First, being born into the great depression and being in the US Army until 1946. That's when he and his brother, Ben Cathy, wanted to go into the restaurant business. Starting with just the Original Chicken Sandwich. Here are some fun facts about Chick-fil-A, so it's not all boring...

• Vermont and Alaska are the only two states without a Chick-fil-A 

• The most popular item on the menu is the original Chicken sandwich 

• The Peach Milkshake is the most popular milkshake, with Cookies in cream in a close second

• Cucumber slices have to soak for three days before they are used for sandwiches

• Waffle fries are the most ordered item on the menu

• There are new floats and frosted sodas at Chick-fil-A, launched January 5, 2026

Texas Roadhouse was founded in 1993 by Wayne Kent Taylor in Clarksville, Indiana. Texas Roadhouse is growing with over 800 restaurants built. But before there was a Texas Roadhouse, there were big ideas. Taylor was inspired to create his own restaurant by the hometown restaurants in his town. He started with sweet, juicy barbecue ribs and sweet, buttery dinner rolls. Here are some more fun facts about Texas Roadhouse...

• There are Texas Roadhouse's globally 

• The most ordered item is the 6-ounce tenderloin steak

• All its food is made from scratch

• The first Texas Roadhouse wasn't founded in Texas

• Texas Roadhouse originally served Mexican food

• Each restaurant has its own artwork

• Texas Roadhouse originally had live music

• Texas Roadhouse steak sauce contains raisins 

• Texas Roadhouse was once called the loudest restaurant in America

So who will win after facing the facts? Only the students of Fruita Middle School will decide. Use the link below to put in your answer. Here are some customer reviews from Fruita Middle School students...

Alyssa Chaves- Texas Roadhouse, "Their bread is soft."

Bryn Roberts- Chick-fil-A, "Their Chicken is not fake, and their sauce is really good."

Reese Holman, "Better flavor and speed overall to get your food."

McKayla Steele, Texas Roadhouse, "Their steak and drinks are really good."    

CLICK HERE TO VOTE

Everybody has a water bottle, but which water bottle is the best? Choosing the best water bottle truly affects daily life, and water bottles come everywhere with us. But which are the best that everyone should know about?

1. Owala freesip

Sip, Gulp, or pour! The colors are endless and match each other beautifully. Not as expensive as others, and it is very indestructible.

2. Stanley Quencher 

Popular amongst everybody! Ranges anywhere from 14 to 40 ounces! Although slightly expensive, it is very durable and very insulated.

3. Hydro Flasks

Practically indestructible! Plenty of rooms for stickers, too. While made for exploring, works for everything. It is also fairly affordable as well!

4.  Hydrojug

Sturdy and cutesy! Pretty good all around! How do they keep coming up with new styles?! Although they are fairly expensive, they pack a punch.

5. Camelback

A wonderfully sturdy water bottle, for all kinds of hiking and outdoorsy needs! The handle can hook on to any carabiner needed! And it is also very affordable.

So which one do you think is right for you? Which factors do you find appealing?

(Images from the individual Wiki's of all the games)

Restaurants used to be a nice sit-down place where you would go to eat and interact with fellow people, but is it becoming like a fast food place where you can order from your phone and just get it to go? There is still a vast difference between your average fast food and restaurants, but the idea is becoming the same. When I say that, I mean how when you think of fast food its takeout, but you can get something from Olive Garden, even really fancy restaurants, you can just get it to go. We know how fast food started doing mobile ordering (Taco Bell started that), but you can do that with anything now. So, as you can see, restaurants and fast food are slightly meshing together, and we need there to still be a vast difference. For one thing, fast food was made for busy families, and it was a good meal you could just eat fast in the car. But then you have restaurants you go make a reservation sometimes, and you sit eat your meal, and talk if you're with someone. But in conclusion, the difference is still there, but it’s becoming less and less.

Sweet treats, grandma's house, holidays, and a cold glass of milk, ring any bells? Yep, cookies you know ‘em, you love ‘em, but have you ever pondered which cookie is truly on top?

1. Chocolate Chip
   Explanation: Chocolate chip cookies are by far the most classic and most popular cookies. This old classic brings feelings of comforting, delicious warmth, and nostalgia.  I’ve certainly never met a person who would turn down a chocolate chip cookie, and if someone out there would, I definitely don’t want to meet them.

2. Pumpkin Cookies
   Explanation: Pumpkin cookies may not rank so high on everyone's list, but pumpkin cookies are seasonal, soft, and a staple in my household. Whether you top them with powdered sugar, a little sweet drizzle, or just eat them plain, pumpkin cookies are purely delectable.

3. Gingerbread Cookies
   Explanation: Simply a Christmas classic. Gingerbread cookies may not be popular all year round, but when the holidays roll around, this cookie truly takes the cake, or should I say cookie? Maybe it's the experience of cutting out the little gingerbread men shapes or the placebo effect of the jolly spirit, but these cookies definitely deserve to be in the top three.

4. Sugar Cookies
   Explanation: Easily the most decorative cookie. Sugar cookies are a little basic, but I fear that if I put them any lower, I would be shunned by the cookie lover community. This cookie is probably the only one on this list that NEEDS frosting. However, the sugar cookie is still pretty enjoyable, I must admit.
   
   

5. Brookies
   Explanation: This half cookie, half brownie mix is truly the best of both worlds. By combining two already amazing desserts, this cookie creates something any cookie or brownie lover will enjoy.
   
   

6. Peanut Butter Cookies
   Explanation: Peanut butter cookies may not be the most popular and may be an acquired taste, but they are still delectable. The judgment this cookie receives may be deserved, but you must admit that a warm, soft peanut butter cookie and a cold glass of milk sound delicious! Or maybe I’m just hungry? 

7. Oatmeal
   Explanation: Oatmeal cookies, especially with raisins, aren't everyone's favorite, and they're not mine either, but I believe someone out there likes them. Besides their healthy, gritty flavour, oatmeal cookies very well remind me of my grandma, and for that, they are ranked number 7.
   
   

8. Shortbread Cookies
   Explanation: Shortbread cookies are simple, buttery, and perfect for dipping in tea. It pains me to put them so low on the list; however, all the other cookies are just a little bit more popular and diverse.

9. Pizzelle Cookies
   Explanation: A very unknown cookie but very popular in my household around Christmas and general holidays. Pizzelle cookies are delicate Italian waffle cookies that are known and loved for their detailed patterns and crunchy texture. However, I ranked pizzelles so low because they are not like your typical cookie, which can be good, but can also make pizzelles undesirable.
   
   

10. Snickerdoodle Cookies
    Explanation: Snickerdoodles being last is truly a personal preference and decision but one I am 100% ok with making. I dislike snickerdoodles for their particularly chewy and tangy nature, but I understand how others may enjoy a cookie like that. From this list, you may gather I like softer cookies, which is a fair judgment, but does lead to an unfair bias to cookies like the snickerdoodle.
    
    

Of course not everyone is going to have the same opinion as me, but I hope this list at least semi-resembles an accurate (slightly biased) ranking of the top ten types of cookies. However, cookie preference is truly up to interpretation so I highly encourage you to make a list of your favorite cookies!