The emergency landing of a Robinson R-44 helicopter near Palm River Road and South 50th Street shortly after 2:00 pm on April 4 ended in the unfortunate death of 72 year-old, Deodat Gangapersaud in the passenger’s seat of a truck driven by his 35 year-old son, Ryan Persaud, who suffered minor injuries. According to Hillsborough Sheriff Chad…
The Good Crime?
Recently, one of our students at Palmetto High School was put under a spotlight not too many people want to be under. Recently highlighted in the article “The Scoop on the Hoop: The Sequel,” in our school paper, Junior, Anis John, was recently put on blast for doing a good deed; but not everybody saw…
USF Sends False Acceptance Letters
University of South Florida in St. Petersburg meant to send out 200 acceptance letters for their school, however many more were sent. Instead of only sending out their intended 200 acceptance letters, they sent out 430 due to “human error”. Students who had been anticipating decision day were ecstatic, only to find out that they…
Ryan Fitz-Magic
“So my 9-year-old son, Tate, convinced my 11-year-old-son, Brady, to put me on his fantasy team today, I didn’t even know Brady played fantasy football. I guess it was a good decison.”-Ryan Fitzpatrick Tates faith in his fathers ability to play some good football was not displaced last sunday when Ryan Fitzpatrick had the staduim…
FDA to Regulate Teen Vaping
After realizing how many teens and underage individuals use electronic cigarette products, the U.S. Government has signaled that it is prepared to take a tougher stance on this issue in order to stop this problem. Many vaping companies offer fruit flavored items, which appeal to teenagers. The Food and Drug Administration told five major e-cigarette…
Drive Slower or Get Pulled Over
This week, Palmetto has been slower than usual and that’s not a joke. Palmetto High School has partnered up with the Palmetto Police Department in hopes of making the roads around the Palmetto community safer. Starting on Monday, August 27th, the PPD began handing out traffic citations for speeding down 10th street right out of…
Saying Hello to the New Town: Miracle Whip, Florida
The small town of Mayo, Florida, with a resident count of only about 1,500 people has partnered with the Miracle Whip brand for an entertaining marketing strategy. The town changed their name to Miracle Whip in order to bring attention to the location and the Kraft Heinz dressing product. “We aren’t going to be boring…
Maria Ruhl Wins 12th Judicial Circuit Court Judge Election
Maria Ruhl, a local attorney in Bradenton, has won the election for judge of the 12th Judicial Circuit Court against current sitting Judge Brian Iten, who was appointed to his position in December of 2015 by Governor Rick Scott. Ruhl is the first to run against a sitting 12th Judicial Circuit Court judge in 12…
Starbucks: Hold The Straws
On July 9th Starbucks took a monumental step towards reducing plastic pollution. Starbucks announced that by 2020 all stores will phase out single use plastic straws. Starbucks which has always openly advertised its commitment towards sustainable solutions. Starbucks instead has replaced single use straws with a new lid that can be described as an “adult…
March for Our Lives: Road to Change
Four months have passed since the deadly massacre at Stoneman Douglas High School occurred. Students and supporters across the country are holding strong to the movement being led by strong willed and determined activists Emma Gonzalez and David Hogg. On June 15th the revolutionary movement changes grounds in further efforts to inform the younger generation…