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The Rocket Flame

The Student News Site of James Buchanan High School

The Rocket Flame

Winter Skincare

Winter Skincare

Emma Gipe, Staff December 21, 2018

When you step outside into the cold, dry air, you can suddenly feel its chilling effect on your skin. The winter’s cold air has little moisture compared to the rest of the year; therefore, it’s important...

How to Beat the Winter Blues

How to Beat the Winter Blues

Shay Fisher, Staff December 14, 2018

The official winter months are heading our way. On Friday, Dec. 21, the mark of winter will be upon us. For many, this means hibernating in the warmth of our houses to avoid the cold chilly air, or the...

Preparing for an eventful holiday, Cameron Fleming (10), Hailey Embree (10), and Jordan Small (10) admire Mrs. Stum's (Faculty) decorated door.

Santa Tell Me, Are You Really There?

Eva Dempsey, Staff December 13, 2018

As children, we all got excited for the time of the year when Santa Claus came to town. We wrote letters telling him what presents we wanted and we set out homemade cookies along with fresh milk to energize...

15 Last-Minute Christmas Gift Ideas

15 Last-Minute Christmas Gift Ideas

Hannah Kimmel, Editor December 13, 2018

Trees are being lit, cookies are being made, and presents are being wrapped. Christmas is fast approaching and the countdown to the big day is getting closer and closer. As you realize that Black Friday...

10 Ways To Make Your Christmas Season Sleigh

10 Ways To Make Your Christmas Season Sleigh

Emma Gipe, Staff December 3, 2018

After all the turkey and stuffing is gone, and 95.1 immediately begins playing Christmas music, it’s time to get into the Christmas spirit. You can finally crank up “Jingle Bells” and decorate your...

Encouraging fellow classmates, Claire Kriner (11) and Timothy Helman (9) get excited for the holiday season.

Cans Donated, Toys Collected

Eva Dempsey, Staff November 29, 2018

The holidays are thought to be a time with big family dinners, buying and receiving gifts, and getting a little extra money added to your paycheck. The streets are filled with string lights and cheer all...

A Merry Mercersburg Christmas

A Merry Mercersburg Christmas

Madison Dorsey, Editor November 29, 2018

It’s the beginning of the most wonderful time of the year, and the decorations around town show it. Wreaths are hanging off parking meters, the light poles are draped in garland, and local businesses...

Seasons Greetings from Japan

Seasons Greetings from Japan

Aaron Stone, Staff December 29, 2017

With the holiday rush in full swing, it’s hard to make time for relaxation. When taking a step back from the Christmas chaos, people may begin to think about how to escape the craziness. Why not run...

Orchestra Welcomes the Christmas season with a “Cello”

Orchestra Welcomes the Christmas season with a “Cello”

Emma Gipe, Staff November 24, 2017

After all of the turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes have been eaten, all the pumpkins are carved and the leaves are done falling and changing colors, with all of these signs, we know a new season is...

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