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Across the country, students of faith navigate the challenges of growing religious tension while finding strength in the...
10/30/2025

Across the country, students of faith navigate the challenges of growing religious tension while finding strength in their communities. Junior Ella Carlston, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, said her church remains a source of comfort amid growing religious violence. “Our church is a safe space for us to express ourselves,” she said. “We’ve done a good job rallying around people who need help, especially in regards to religious extremism.”

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The annual Sensory Friendly Trick-or-Treat Trail was held on Oct. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at River Heritage Park. The event ...
10/29/2025

The annual Sensory Friendly Trick-or-Treat Trail was held on Oct. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at River Heritage Park. The event had no loud music or scary costumes, and volunteers from the Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation (CCPR) adaptive program will be giving out treats.

CCPR Inclusion Program supervisor Kelvin Solares said, “Our Sensory Friendly Trick-or-Treat Trail is specifically designed for individuals with sensory needs, allowing participants to experience the fun of the holiday without fear.”

This event holds an inclusive space for individuals affected by sensory issues. Senior Cooper Terry is one of those affected individuals. Terry said they try to mitigate their sensory issues by focusing on different things, like music or fidget toys.

Terry said, “I like to listen to music so I am less focused on everything surrounding me or touching me, or I will just get into whatever work I am doing and stay really focused on that.”

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10/28/2025

As Halloween rolls around the corner, CHS students share their thoughts on if they would be able to survive in a Horror movie.

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The Latin American Music Awards took place on October 23. Learn more about this event.GRAPHICS: , , .lazard, , Eza Ahmad...
10/26/2025

The Latin American Music Awards took place on October 23. Learn more about this event.

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People dress up in their costumes and run at the annual Ghost & Goblins 1-Mile/5k event at CHS on Oct. 25. The proceeds ...
10/26/2025

People dress up in their costumes and run at the annual Ghost & Goblins 1-Mile/5k event at CHS on Oct. 25. The proceeds benefited student scholarships, teacher grants and innovative programs.

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The Latin American Music Awards took place on October 23. Learn more about this event.See the full JAM at hilite.org.GRA...
10/26/2025

The Latin American Music Awards took place on October 23. Learn more about this event.

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October is the heart of college application season as seniors prepare to submit early applications and continue working ...
10/25/2025

October is the heart of college application season as seniors prepare to submit early applications and continue working on regular decision essays.

During the process, many universities recommend that students select certain majors in advance, but some seniors say they are not ready to commit.

Senior Mahesh Duvvuri is one of them.


“I feel like whatever I pick now could end up deciding what I do for the rest of my life,” Duvvuri said. “It’s a lot of pressure, especially because I’m not even one hundred percent sure what I even want to do.”

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In light of policial activist Charlie Kirk’s assasination, Riva Jain, Feature editor and junior, explores the role of em...
10/24/2025

In light of policial activist Charlie Kirk’s assasination, Riva Jain, Feature editor and junior, explores the role of empathy in the political world, social media and society.

“The idea of what it means to be a good person has shifted into a tool for tribal loyalty rather than a measure of human decency,” Jain said. “This is not morality; this is tribalism. When people weaponize morality in this way, it erodes the very foundations of civil society, creating an environment in which celebrating violence, excusing cruelty, or denying the humanity of others becomes acceptable, as long as it serves a political end.”

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Colorful lights and cultural dance performances highlight Carmel’s annual Diwali event on Oct. 23. The Festival of Light...
10/24/2025

Colorful lights and cultural dance performances highlight Carmel’s annual Diwali event on Oct. 23. The Festival of Lights hosted multiple food vendors, traditional music and vibrant decorations to celebrate the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

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In light of Actor Tom Holland’s recent concussion on set for “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” Devyn Hansen, Entertainment gr...
10/21/2025

In light of Actor Tom Holland’s recent concussion on set for “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” Devyn Hansen, Entertainment graphics artist and junior, explored the safety of stunts in film.

“While the characters they portray can readily heal from concussions, broken bones or permanent trauma, actors cannot,” Hansen said. “These injuries are not plot points, they are life-altering.”

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Inktober occurs annually each October, learn more about this event.Check out the full JAM at hilite.orgGRAPHICS: , , , ,...
10/21/2025

Inktober occurs annually each October, learn more about this event.

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