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Mastermind Macdonald

Mastermind Macdonald

Luc Robbins (he/him), Staff February 16, 2024

This NFL offseason marks the end of an era as long-time Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll has agreed to step down from his coaching duties. While this may be a sad fact for many Seattle fans, it provides...

Hot or (Dough)Not

Hot or (Dough)Not

Al Feigin February 16, 2024

General Porpoise:   With locations in Pioneer Square, Laurel Hurst, Capital Hill, and even the Amazon spheres, General Porpoise has left its mark on the Seattle bakery scene. The Capital Hill...

Pinning Down State

Pinning Down State

Felix Allor and Arush Talasila (He/Him) February 16, 2024

As the wrestling season comes to a close, several Garfield wrestlers are preparing to compete in the state tournament. One of those wrestlers is senior captain Lily Collet. This year, she placed 1st in...

Dominating the Lanes

Dominating the Lanes

Bowling: As one of Garfield’s newest sports, bowling has picked up momentum in the last few years, with bowlers thrice consecutively qualifying for state championships. However, it’s not just these...

Trade Secrets

Trade Secrets

Maeve McArdle (she/her) February 16, 2024

Garfield’s lesser-visited Teen Life Center, next to the Quincy Jones building, holds Seattle Skills Center classes for Garfield students that are offered as an introduction to various trade jobs. Other...

Hey, Macklemore? Can We Go Thrift Shopping?

Keegan Averill February 16, 2024

Thrifting has exploded in Seattle, but with such a wide array of thrift stores, the experience can be quite different depending on where you go. Here’s a review that highlights some of the best (and...

Downward (Bull)dawgs

Addie McLaughlin (she/her) February 16, 2024

Looking to find a new yoga studio or pick up a new hobby? If so, you’re in the right place! As a fairly experienced yoga practitioner, here are my thoughts on some local options. MOST BEGINNER-FRIENDLY:...

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Pay to Play

Violet Pody (she/her) and Kian Naeemi (he/him) February 16, 2024

Costs associated with sports can create barriers to some Garfield athletes’ success. While all sports require a $50 ASB activity fee, expensive high-quality equipment and club team memberships often...

Is GHS Supporting All Its Students?

504 plans, named for Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which protects students from discrimination based on disability, are plans a school must put in place to accommodate students with physical...

Capture the Flag (Football)

Capture the Flag (Football)

Tia Lam (she/her) January 19, 2024

As temperatures fall, a small but determined group of  bulldogs are braving the cold to participate in Garfield’s second flag football season. Garfield had its inaugural  season last year, playing...

Y-E-L-L Bulldogs Yell!

Y-E-L-L Bulldogs Yell!

Addie McLaughlin January 19, 2024

When most people think of cheerleaders, they think of the ditzy, cliquey, over-sexualized girls that are often portrayed in popular media. They’re usually supporting characters or show up in the background...

Blocking Out the Superblock

Blocking Out the Superblock

Taz Nunn and Lily Porter January 19, 2024

Early in 2025, construction will begin on the Garfield Super Block: a community-, culture-, and art-focused renovation of the block, north of Garfield High School. The revamp will include accessible pathways,...

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