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Lauren Lee, News Editor

Lauren Lee, a junior at NC, is a News editor for The Chant. She enjoys reading poetry books, listening to music and playing with dogs. She loves talking about recent events going on in the world and making it into something fun to read. She has a passion for writing and one day hopes to become a journalist or a Management Analyst in the future.

 

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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell will testify before Congress for the second day in a row as lawmakers expect to grill Powell on soaring inflation and interest rate hikes. His speech finds new ways to control inflation that will actually work. He highlights the active disinflation to give the country hope in the economy.

Combating inflation

Lauren Lee, News editor
March 10, 2023
HBO’s hit series “The Last of Us envisions a world decimated by a fungal apocalypse. It raises the question of why a vaccine for fungal infections does not exist. Fungal infections have increasingly appeared in the United States and people grow a fear for their health. Several factors play into the reason for their nonexistence. HBO’s hit series “The Last of Us envisions a world decimated by a fungal apocalypse. It raises the question of why a vaccine for fungal infections does not exist. Fungal infections have increasingly appeared in the United States and people grow a fear for their health. Several factors play into the reason for their nonexistence.

Surge of fungal infections but no vaccine

Lauren Lee, News editor
March 7, 2023
Across the world, people celebrate the most hated holiday: Valentine’s Day. Although some celebrate true love and the people around them on Valentine’s Day, there lie several cons to the love-based celebration.

The perniciousness of Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2023
“Avatar: The Way of Water” released in theaters December 16 and continues to thrive. The long-awaited sequel to the 2009 film continues its breathtaking saga of Pandora, reuniting audiences with Jake Sully and Neytiri as they protect their young family and ageless traditions. James Cameron’s 3rd film appeared as one of the most lucrative films of all time.

“Avatar: The Way of Water” plunges into theaters

Lauren Lee, News Editor
January 25, 2023
November 13, Bryan Kohberger stabbed four university students in bedrooms on the second and third floor of a home in Moscow, Idaho. The killing shocked the campus of the University of Idaho, where all four victims attended, and the nation— especially as the case began with no suspects or apparent motive. Over a month after the stabbing took place, Kohberger faced prosecution in Pennsylvania in connection with the murders.

Reddit to the rescue; Bryan Kohberger case

Lauren Lee, News editor
January 12, 2023
As final exams approach, students configure various study habits to prepare and receive passing grades. NC’s bell schedule will alter December 15 and December 16; the last two days of the semester for efficient testing days. With the proper studying skills, a satisfying grade will come with ease.

NC’s final exams

Lauren Lee, News Editor
December 12, 2022
From the outside looking at the modeling industry, people have glorified the modeling profession with beautiful, young, slim women. As with almost anything, there lies a dark side of the modeling industry. From eating disorders to mental health issues models across the world have faced intense manipulation.

From runways to scandals

Lauren Lee, News Editor
December 7, 2022
Point guard Jalan Johnson (1) rushes to the opposite end of the court for a layup to dominate the Pope Greyhounds(4-0). The Warriors’ drive and determination aided their victory against the Greyhounds with a score of 62-53. With the team, undefeated so far, feels confident about this upcoming season.

NC Warriors’ first home game ends with a favorable result

Lauren Lee, News editor
December 1, 2022
Over the years, daylight savings time has brought great controversy in the U.S Congress. With the Sunshine Protection Act, daylight or standard time will remain permanent and bring an end to the draining time change twice a year. With this bill passed, deer crashes will reduce along with depression.

Save the shine

Lauren Lee, News editor
November 9, 2022
Join us at The Chant as we discuss what not to bring up at the dinner table this Thanksgiving. This year people from all over the world will travel to join family over a meal. Lauren Lee and Giovanna Talone talk about those topics forbidden to bring up while gathered around the table.

What NOT to say around the Thanksgiving table

Lauren Lee and Giovanna Talone
November 9, 2022
Netflix released “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” September 21, 2022, to shine a light on Jeffery Dahmer’s horrific crimes. Dahmer committed 17 gruesome murders over the course of 13 years. With the emphasis on childhood trauma and discrimination, viewers rave over the new series.

Organs for dinner

Lauren Lee, Reporter
October 19, 2022
Today, October 10, people throughout America take the day off to honor Christopher Columbus for discovering the Americas. This controversial holiday upsets Native Americans considering the monstrosities he brought amongst their ancestors. Schools and jobs should think twice before giving their employees and students the day off.

Stolen land, stolen holiday

Lauren Lee, News editor
October 10, 2022
College Board invites a new course of AP learning: African American history. The course will provide a board with events such as the transatlantic slave trade and the civil rights movement. So far, 60 high schools have obtained the course to teach students.

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College Board invites a new course of AP learning: African American history. The course will provide a board with events such as the transatlantic slave trade and the civil rights movement. So far, 60 high schools have obtained the course to teach students.

College Board’s courses expand to African American history

Lauren Lee, News Editor
October 6, 2022
Soulcap: a British-owned company designed swim caps for curly and kinky hair. After denying athletes the right to wear caps in the Olympics, the company announced that athletes can wear their products for competitive swimming races. They initially banned the swim caps during last year’s Tokyo Olympics because the caps did not follow the natural form of the head,

A dive into inclusive headwear

Lauren Lee, News editor
September 15, 2022
This year, people across the globe remember and honor the 2,977 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001, at the World Trade Center site, Shanksville Pennsylvania and the Pentagon. Recalling the devastation wrought on 9/11 fills the atmosphere with grieving emotions. Yet 9/11 remains in the hearts of families and friends across the world.

September 11 tribute

Lauren Lee, News editor
September 11, 2022
Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson’s relationship came to an end after dating for nearly nine months. The two remain friends and plan on staying close, but Kardashian reports herself as single and ready to mingle.

The end of Kete

Lauren Lee, News Editor
August 30, 2022
Caption: Home Box Office (HBO Max) released an engrossing film “The Princess” on Saturday, August 13. The documentary unveils a series of footage and tapes from Princess Diana’s early life as the Princess of Wales, as well as her last moments alive. Through the tapes, the audience can live vicariously through royalty while battling with a strange love.

Princess duties

Lauren Lee, News Editor
August 25, 2022
Outside of the Texaco gas station on Moon Station Rd, regular gas prices stand at $3.65 for unleaded and $4.99 for diesel. Since March of this year, the price of regular gas in Kennesaw dropped by 60 cents. Multiple factors have led to the decline in gas prices, and prices should continue to decrease.

A decrease in gasoline

Lauren Lee, News Editor
August 23, 2022
July 31, U.S drone strikes confirmed by U.S President Joe Biden, assassinated Ayman al-Zawahiri, an Egyptian physician and militant who shifted to one of the major ideologies of al-Qaeda. Zawahiri replaced former al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden, also killed by the U.S and died in 2011. Zawahiri then led al-Qaeda from 2011 until his death 2 weeks ago.

America strikes back

Lauren Lee, News Editor
August 19, 2022
On the premiere show of “The Kardashians”, Kim Kardashian and her son, Saint West, came across a Roblox game with her face on an ad that led to her sexual content. This frightened Kardashian because she does not want her kids to see her past actions. Roblox later tried to defend themselves and banned the person who instigated the incident.

Roblox’s censorship

Lauren Lee, Reporter
May 16, 2022
After months of planning, the Kennesaw police department might receive a new home next to the public works building off Moon Station Road. This will also cause workers at City Hall to relocate. Because of the cost that will contribute to the building, the project will potentially start as soon as possible.

Reforms in the city of Kennesaw

Lauren Lee, Reporter
May 16, 2022
NC will host the last day of varsity volleyball tryouts today in the main gym from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. JV tryouts will continue until Friday, held after varsity’s from 6:30 ending at 8:30 p.m. NC will post the roster for varsity tonight and Jv’s roster on Friday at NC’s volleyball website. Coaches and all players who made the team will need to attend an informational meeting next Wednesday, May 18 in the Performing Arts Center.

Last day of varsity volleyball tryouts

Lauren Lee, Reporter
May 11, 2022
For years, psychologists and neurologists have deeply studied dreams to truly understand what happens during the process. Dreams can vary from highly pleasing to extremely disturbing. Different components can change the way a person dreams or the dream itself.

Dreams don’t happen without the dreamer

Lauren Lee, Reporter
May 2, 2022
Seniors continue Senior week with “anything but a backpack” day. Seniors ditched their bags for items ranging from shopping carts to pets. After seeing highschools across the world through various apps like Tik Tok and Instagram participate in “anything but a backpack day”, North Cobb decided to let seniors ditch their backpacks for items ranging from shopping carts to pets. One senior swapped her bookbag for a shopping cart and decorated it with blankets. “It was a great idea to let seniors be creative with what they bring, but the rules weren’t as clear as I expected. A lot of students were being sent home for bringing dogs but it was never clear we couldnt bring them,” senior Sarah Triana said.

Seniors celebrate “Anything But a Backpack” day

April 27, 2022
Watching the richest man on earth take over one of the largest social media platforms frightens people worldwide. On April 25, billionaire Elon Musk made a deal with Twitter to purchase the social media network for 44 billion dollars. Musk has planned a variety of new changes for the network.

Twitter takeover

Lauren Lee, Reporter
April 26, 2022
Caption: On March 1, 2022, Netflix released a docuseries titled “The Worst Roommate Ever”. The series explores the terrifying stories of several people who have encountered traumatizing roommates. The series includes five episodes with a different case each episode, aside from the last two which contain parts one and two.

Protecting villains

Lauren Lee, Reporter
April 15, 2022
NC welcomes spring with the efforts of the greenhouse team. They have managed to install roughly 600 plants including tulips and daffodils around the school. The art class collaborated with the greenhouse team and made flower pots. The greenhouse gang plans on planting succulents and other plants in order to sell them at the Mothers Day plant sale. “We’re kind of under the radar and quiet, nobody sees us and then in the spring time all of our hard work shows. I love the help we’re receiving from the art classes, special ed and the little kids that come on campus that contribute to a colorful spring at North Cobb,” Greenhouse leader and teacher Susan Aughey said.

The Greenhouse Gang welcomes spring

April 14, 2022
“Euphoria” follows a group of high school students as they navigate love and friendships in a world of drugs, trauma and social media. Zendaya Coleman stars as the main character. Drake, Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj produced the series. The series follows Rue Bennett (Zendaya), a recovering teenage drug addict who struggles to find her place in a world of unexpected challenges. “Euphoria” shows the viewers a raw representation of the obstacles teenagers face in modern-day society.

The blueprint to healthy relationships

Lauren Lee, Reporter
March 31, 2022
Track and field athletes Zakiya Schloss (left), Sydney Fulford (middle), and Nadia Estime (right) pose on the hurdles in anticipation for tonight’s meet. Tonight North Cobb Highschool hosts the first home track meet in almost 8 years. Field events start at 5 and running events start at 6. North Cobb, North Cobb Christian, Cumberland Christian Academy, and Campbell high school compete against each other tonight. “Im very excited for tonight. Now that our facilities are up to date, we can finally host a meet. I hope North Cobb can host more track meets in the future now that COVID has lessened. I hope tonight everyone shows what they’ve been working on,” track and field coach Chad Tally said.

Track meet at NC

Lauren Lee, Reporter
March 23, 2022
Coca-Cola, the famous soft-drink brand, established their company January 29, 1892 in Atlanta, Georgia. They deeply care about the lives threatened in Ukraine which led them to suspend business in Russia. With Coca-Cola participating in the suspension, Russia’s economy will hopefully weaken and push the government to step back with the war.

The Peach State takes a lead

Lauren Lee, Reporter
March 21, 2022
While Biden helps the lives in danger in Ukraine, he also hurts the economy in the U.S. When gas prices rise, it can affect the economy and impact everything from consumer spending to the price of airline tickets to hiring practices. Gas greatly contributes to transportation, which directly impacts households as they drive, but also businesses that rely on transportation chains worldwide.

A leap in gasoline

Lauren Lee, Reporter
March 18, 2022
Gonzales created these classic and elegant nails in mid-December. She claims these nails as one of her favorite sets because of how the red adds a graceful look and the shiny rhinestones make them stand out. The nails consist of dark red nail polish with a glitter white french tip on the index, ring and pinky finger.

Lovely nails

Lauren Lee, Reporter
March 11, 2022
NC will travel to Lassiter highschool tonight for their second JV and third overall game. Last weeks game at Woodstock people achieved personal records. At tonights meet, four guys on each team will compete for a spot on varsity. “The goal for tonight is to see who will be on varsity and a lot of practicing. The team is just very young which is nerve racking and exciting at the same time. We will be able to see these kids develop during the season but things dont happen overnight. Im really excited about the program in the future,” track coach Chad Talley said. Field events start at 5 p.m. and the running starts at 6 p.m. which should go on until 9pm.

Track and field meet at Lassiter tonight

Lauren Lee, Reporter
March 9, 2022
NC will travel to Lassiter highschool tonight to Lassiter Highschool for their second JV and third overall game. Last weeks game at Woodstock people achieved personal records. At tonights meet, 4 guys on each team will compete for a spot on varsity. “The goal for tonight is to see who will be on varsity and a lot of practicing. The team is just very young which is nerve racking and exciting at the same time. We will be able to see these kids develop during the season but things dont happen overnight. Im really excited about the program in the future,” track coach Chad Talley said. Field events start at 5 p.m. and the running starts at 6 p.m. which should go on until 9pm.

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Kanye West’s mental outbreaks on social media led fans to think someone hacked West’s account. West uploaded a series of pictures of himself to his 14 million followers on Instagram while holding a yellow-lined notebook paper reading; “My account is not hacked. 2 13 22.” In the next picture, he held the same notebook but wore a black balaclava.

 Ye’s intakes on Tiktok

Lauren Lee, Reporter
March 1, 2022
The U.S. Supreme Court, also the final court of the U.S. judicial system, reviews and overturns the decisions of lower courts. It contains original jurisdiction in certain cases involving public officials, ambassadors, or disputes between states. The Supreme Court housed in Washington D.C. represents the historical “last word” in American decision-making.

Biden continues the 27-year legacy

Lauren Lee, Reporter
February 28, 2022
North Cobb Highschool officially opened the lost and found, located next to Admin one. Students can find lost items here. “We put the lost and found cart next to admin 1 so people can see it on the way to or from lunch. We put it up on Monday and It will stay there until Friday morning. The cart contains items from the beginning of the semester,” Administrator Leasa Bonilla said. Granted this amazing opportunity to find what people lost, look quickly before the cart vanishes. Items range from earbuds to sweaters.

Retrieving items from the lost and found

Lauren Lee, Reporter
February 16, 2022
Isaiah Blake, Joshua Bagley, Latrell Bullard, Zach White, and Aidian Williams commit to their school of choice to pursue their football career. Blake signs to Shorter University,Bagley signs to Point University, Bullard signs to Georgia Southern University, White signs to Georgia University, and Williams signed to Washburn University. Above the players stand North Cobb coaches and administration. “I told my mom I wouldn’t break my promise; now look at me,” Blake said.

Football players sign college football contracts

Lauren Lee, Reporter
February 2, 2022
The latest Marvel movie, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” poster stands at the AMC Barrett Commons 24 in Kennesaw, GA. The star cast consists of actresses Thomas Holland, Zendaya, and Benedict Cumberbatch. The movie first showed in theaters on December 17, 2021 and still appears today.

No way home, no way to the theaters

Lauren Lee, Reporter
January 27, 2022
The Manna oven comes from Naples, Italy made by talented artisans with volcanic rock and a custom name tag on the mouth of the oven. The ovens produce high quality pizzas with the respect of the Neapolitan Pizza cooking tradition. After crafting the pizza, the chefs place the pizza in the oven with 900 degree temperature and cook it in only 90 seconds.

Vesuvio Pizzeria Napoletana brings the arts of Italy to downtown Kennesaw

Lauren Lee, Reporter
January 25, 2022
Inside American literature teacher Alex Yeganegi’s room, several Georgia Bulldog stickers adhere to her door, showing her Georgia pride. Yeganegi graduated in the class of 2008, receiving her Bachelors degree. She loves rooting for the Bulldogs and has supported them for 17 years.

UGA Bulldogs go against rivals Alabama Crimson Tide in College Football Championship

Lauren Lee, Reporter
January 18, 2022
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