“Twilight”: Both sides weigh in
December 18, 2009 • written by Laura Carroll
Filed under Commentary, Entertainment
“Twilight”, rightly interpreted, is message of true love He was the love of your life, your destiny. The two of you shared a relationship straight out of the mind of Jane Austen. But, because of situations directly related to the type of person you loved, there was no other choice, he had... Read more »
“Lovely Bones” draws hope from death
December 18, 2009 • written by Melissa Rhoad
Filed under Entertainment
The Lovely Bones is already stirring up Oscar buzz, as well as high anticipation of its movie theatre debut to occur on January 15, 2010. Based on the bestselling book of the same name by Alice Sebold, The Lovely Bones, directed by Peter Jackson, is the story of a 14-year-old girl, Susie Salmon, from... Read more »
Feminism takes on personal meaning
December 18, 2009 • written by Gabriela Reed
Filed under Commentary
I don’t remember when I realized that, to many, the word “feminist” is closer to an insult than a compliment. But I do know that I was worried. Moreover, I was concerned that, in spite of calling myself a feminist, I was unsure of exactly how to elucidate the term. Only now, with the calm afforded... Read more »
Marching band ends season on high note
December 16, 2009 • written by Randall Walton
Filed under Uncategorized
While many students are soaking up the last rays of the summer, some very devoted Marching Eagles are spending long hours outside in the heat. Their dedication has paid off, however, as the school’s band has received an abundance of awards over the years. Before the season even begins, many days... Read more »
Boys Basketball
December 16, 2009
Filed under sports scores
East Meck 52, Myers Park 49 Read More →
Jackson Arey, Staff Reporter/Photographer
December 16, 2009
Filed under Eagle Staff
Jackson, better known as “asian thunder,” “the situation,” or “that kid with the eyes,” was born to a single father in the mean slums of Kagoshima, Japan, where he spent his days doing laundry, and his nights dreaming of some day coming to America and writing for... Read more »
Winter promises snow
December 16, 2009 • written by Chad Reed
Filed under News
This winter is expected to be one of the coldest and snowiest Charlotte has had in years, according to top long-range meteorologist Joe Bastardi. The prediction was released in a 2009-2010 winter weather forecast published in early October. Bastardi bases his winter projections on the impact of the meteorological... Read more »
Laura Carroll, Managing Editor
December 16, 2009
Filed under Eagle Staff
Laura is a second year Eagle staff member and a senior this year. She enjoys throwing themed parties and everything pink. Her role models are Lady Gaga and Lucy Stoner, and she loves to sing “Route 66″ loudly, sometimes for hours at a time. She has no real ambitions and is unsure of her... Read more »
Wrestling
December 16, 2009
Filed under sports scores
East Meck 74, Vance 6 Read More →
“Lovely Bones” draws hope from death
December 16, 2009 • written by Melissa Rhoad
Filed under Entertainment
The Lovely Bones is already stirring up Oscar buzz, as well as high anticipation of its movie theatre debut to occur on January 15, 2010. Based on the bestselling book of the same name by Alice Sebold, The Lovely Bones, directed by Peter Jackson, is the story of a 14-year-old girl, Susie Salmon, from... Read more »
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