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The Oshawa GM plant will be closing soon resulting in over 2500 jobs.

Metro Detroit Exodus

Peter Massura, Staff Writer January 16, 2019

Less than one week ago, General Motors (GM) announced the discontinuation of six cars. This will cause the loss of about 14,000 jobs, many of which are held by Metro Detroiters. In 1908 General Motors...

Bottles of essential oils.

The Aromatherapy Advantage

Abby Stone, Editor January 14, 2019

The power of scent is much stronger than most people think. The smell of peppermint can make an individual feel more alert, lavender creates a feeling of relaxation, and lemon can increase one’s concentration....

The pill problem across the US has reached epidemic proportions.

The Pill That Kills

Isabella Martin, Staff Writer January 14, 2019

On October 24, Donald Trump signed a sweeping legislation into law that includes provisions aimed at promoting research to find new drugs for pain management that will not be addictive. It also expands...

Jim Harbaugh coaching in the UM vs OSU game in 2017.

Is Harbaugh on the Hotseat?

Tyler Borglain, Staff Writer January 10, 2019

After their devastating loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes, the Wolverines have a question in mind, is Harbaugh on the hot seat? Many Harbaugh haters think his 0-4 record against OSU and 2-2 record against...

A picture of the headless chicken monster.

The Headless Chicken Monster Lurks Down Below

Brianna McKerracher, Staff Writer January 10, 2019

On an expedition to explore deep sea ecosystems, Enypniastes eximia, a rare sea cucumber, was spotted off East Antarctica in the Antarctic Ocean. It was seen once before in the Gulf of Mexico in 2017,...

Adams sophomore Jacob Corsi about to hit a large rail.

Is Pine Knob Ski Resort Worth Your Time?

Maverick Falconer, Staff Writer January 9, 2019

Skiing and snowboarding are two of the most relaxing and enjoyable sports that Michigan winter has to offer. Adams High School students take full advantage of this pastime, and are seen skiing and snowboarding...

Diversity Club President, Audrey Thedford presenting at a club meeting.

Diversity Club Potluck: The World on a Plate

Kristen D'Souza, Editor January 9, 2019

On Friday, December 21st, the Adams Diversity Club hosted a holiday potluck in the media center during all three lunches to kick off Christmas break. The $5 entry fee covered all the food that could be...

The community gathers around Royal Oak Beaumont hospital shining their lights at the pediatric patients.

Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams

Grace Antonelli, Staff Writer January 8, 2019

The community around Royal Oak Beaumont Hospital has come together once again to support the local children’s hospital. For years, residents from the community have gathered around Beaumont for an...

Billboard announcement of Grande as Woman of the Year.

Ariana Grande Billboard Woman of the Year

David Flowney, Staff Writer January 7, 2019

Ariana Grande has been topping the charts in the recent years of her career becoming a huge influence in music. Recently, Grande has received the Billboard Woman of the Year Award. The award is to...

A picture taken by InSight showing part of its body and surrounding Martian terrain.

Moving Forward on Mars

Laura Kapolka, Staff Writer January 7, 2019

Tens of millions of miles away, Mars lies in a seemingly unreachable zone. However, November 26th, 2018, brought more knowledge of the distant planet. May 5th, 2018, NASA launched the InSight lander...

Seniors Giulia Isopo and Anna Rosace at an Adams football game.

Student Spotlight: From Italy to the States

Samantha Moilanen, Editor January 7, 2019

What would it be like to travel across the world to go to school in a foreign country? One foreign exchange student at Adams, senior Giulia Isopo, shares her views on how being an exchange student...

Adams Staff Reacts to VR

Luke McQueen and Laura Kapolka, Staff Writers December 18, 2018

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