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The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The movie poster from the classic "Home Alone" holiday movie draws viewers in. The movie is a fan favorite and a must see during the holiday season.

It’s time to movie into the holiday spirit

By Ela Jalil, Assistant News Editor December 27, 2019

Whether it be a human who thinks he is an elf, or two strangers that have to pretend they are a couple to trick their families for the holidays, Christmas movies never fail to entertain. For some families,...

 Yutnori is a Korean game where you hold 4 sticks and throw them, moving a piece on the “map”, depending on how your sticks land.

Different cultures welcome in holidays

By Victoria Park, Staff Writer February 5, 2019

What do crackling fireworks, bubbly champagne (or apple cider for the kids), a kiss at midnight, 2019 LED glasses, and 4 wooden sticks have in common? Most Americans recognize New Year’s as a time to...

WDOK radio station, among across the country, banned “Baby It’s Cold Outside” from playing this holiday season.

Classic Christmas song causes controversy

By Sapna David, Assistant Arts Editor January 8, 2019

The #MeToo movement has spurred a wave of sexual harassment claims, causing many to feel offended by pictures, videos, and in this case, song lyrics, that suggest any trace of harassment. The 1944...

The ‘Observer’s’ guide to holiday shopping

The ‘Observer’s’ guide to holiday shopping

By Elizabeth Campbell, Production Editor December 3, 2012

Do you love the holidays but never know what presents to get everyone? We’ve all been there. Have no fear, for I have scoured the Internet and the holiday magazines (I am currently nursing a paper cut),...

The Pumpkin Spice Cookies received high praise.

Tired of pie? The ‘Observer’ offers pumpkin delights

By Lori Koenick, Features Editor November 22, 2011

Another Thanksgiving is around the corner, CHS, and that means another meal will eventually be the muffin top over our pants—unless you wear leggings (a blessing I have discovered, girls). Everyone...

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