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Goodwill is an affordable and highly accessible thrifting resource with over 3000 stores nationwide. Known for their low prices and bargains on previously owned articles of clothing, Goodwill is a great place to begin searching for secondhand clothes.

The power of thrifting: How second-hand clothing can fashionably save the planet

Cameryn Allen October 18, 2024

In a world where many common lifestyle choices have dire consequences towards creating a devastating impact on the environment, fashion is an area where crucial changes can be made to make a real difference....

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New York City’s street view from the Vessel features a mix of urban and natural scenery.

Museums as architectural mirrors: Reflecting urban identity through art

Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief October 10, 2024

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One of Salata’s creative wood panels depicting their ordering process hangs on the wall next to their bright green counters. This contributes to an efficient flow of customers and prevents a traffic jam, as the customers are prepared before they enter the line.

Salata: New era in fast food

Ardyn Lessner October 7, 2024

It’s hard to find fast food restaurants that are simultaneously delicious and healthy, but luckily, Salata offers many options. It first opened in 2005 in Houston, Texas by Berge Simonian, and soon expanded...

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Customers place their order at Boba Bros, a Vietnamese boba shop.

Boba Bros: Bubble drinks with a Vietnamese touch

Julianna Sweatman September 30, 2024

Boba Bros is a popular Vietnamese style boba shop in McKinney that sells a wide variety of bubble drinks. After receiving a few recommendations from friends, I decided to give it a try. From the outside,...

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Comic: Top 5 Homecoming highlights

Comic: Top 5 Homecoming highlights

Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief September 27, 2024

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From catwalk to closet: A prediction of trends from New York Fashion Week

From catwalk to closet: A prediction of trends from New York Fashion Week

Sahasra Elaprolu, Editor-in-Cheif September 26, 2024

As New York Fashion Week has come to an end, the fashion community is left to analyze and predict trends for the upcoming season. As the trend cycle is always repeating, new elements are added every season...

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City design displayed on a wall behind tables draws customers’ attention and contributes to the theme of Boba City.

Does Boba City live up to its high reputation?

Julianna Sweatman September 23, 2024

Boba City is a well-liked boba destination in McKinney with a high rating of 4.8 from 366 Google reviews. Open from 12:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., they serve multiple different types of bubble drinks including...

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Comic: College research step-by-step guide

Comic: College research step-by-step guide

Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief September 13, 2024

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A New York Fashion Week minute

A New York Fashion Week minute

Sahasra Elaprolu, Editor-in-Chief September 10, 2024

The start of fall symbolizes change, comfort, and abundance, but in New York City, fall means fashion.  On Sept. 6, New York Fashion week declared its official start with brands such as Brandon Maxwell,...

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A colorful array of breakfast foods from Fairview Farmers including the cherry almond french toast and OG avocado toast.

Fairview Farmers: A must-visit for brunch 

Michelle Eu , Guest Contributor March 19, 2024

Fairview Farmers is a local brunch spot located in the Allen area.With a breakfast menu that spreads from your traditional chicken and waffles to unconventional breakfast options like berry blast pancakes...

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I ordered the caramel apple cronut, which was the size of my face.

Parlor Doughnuts: McKinney’s new sugar spot

Ardyn Lessner, Guest Contributor March 18, 2024

Parlor Doughnuts, which recently opened in McKinney, Texas, is known for their pastries that are a blend of soft doughnut and flaky croissant. Founded by Darrick Hayden in Evansville, Indiana in 2019,...

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The new single, “yes, and?” makes its way to the top 100 hits.

Ariana Grande’s “yes, and?”: Is it really a comeback?

Anagha Petle, Guest Contributor March 7, 2024

After the longest three years of my life, Ariana Grande returns. The release of her new single, “yes, and?” on January 12, 2024, shocked all her fans as it is seen as an introduction to her upcoming...

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