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Faith-based schools a big draw for an increasing number of students
Faith-based schools a big draw for an increasing number of students
Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
Energy drink consumption remains constant amongst students
Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Students, English teacher evaluate the role of technology in literacy
Megan Xia & Abigail Lee
Stereotypes faced by twins shape expectations, identity
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Life through a lens: Students consider capturing memories with digital cameras
Bank on It
Bank on It
Zombie Watch
Zombie Watch
Cyber Crisis
Cyber Crisis
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
Dr. Seuss Day Interactive JAM
The Fathers of Innovation
The Fathers of Innovation
Instead of a quantitative change, the Supreme Court selection process needs to be closely monitored
Instead of a quantitative change, the Supreme Court selection process needs to be closely monitored
Graphic Perspective: Eggstravagant prices
Graphic Perspective: Eggstravagant prices
Normalization of online racism is a dangerous trend
Normalization of online racism is a dangerous trend
Opposing Column: Staycations are inherently superior to traveling
Opposing Column: Staycations are inherently superior to traveling
Opposing Column: Traveling is inherently superior to staycations
Opposing Column: Traveling is inherently superior to staycations
Emmalyn Lloyd, member of Artist’s Association and freshman, draws an oil pastel portrait on March 11. Lloyd experimented with unconventional colors to add more depth into her portait. Lloyd said, “Art isn’t confined by rules, there isn’t a correct way to do things. You should get creative and do whatever you want.”
Artist’s Association to paint a mural on April 26
Job fair in main varsity gym on April 25
Junior Solomon Seif reads from a book in the religious section of the CHS library on April 22, 2025. Seif said that he believes it is crucial to remember the events of the Holocaust, since he himself resonates with his own Jewish identity. “It’s important to memorialize the heroes from all aspects, to sort of influence everybody to be a better person,” said Seif.
Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony to occur April 23
FCCLA co-adviser Faith Dalton grades assignments on April 15 in B175. Dalton said, “I have really enjoyed the growth students have shown throughout this year. All of the self confidence they are getting from participating is very encouraging.”
FCCLA members to continue planning for National Leadership Conference, reflect on competition year
Best Buddies members bowl at Pinheads on March 20, 2025 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. “We just completed our March bowling event and are preparing for the Friendship Walk,” Lammers said.
Best Buddies to fundraise during Carmel Marathon
Sophomore Isabella Duffy talks into her microphone and practices her script on April 21. Duffy said she tries to remain objective when reporting the news but can sometimes let her opinions influence her reporting.
Journalism’s fine line: objectivity vs. perspective
Best Buddies president Cora Lammers strikes a pose with her buddy Alyson Barnett on Sep. 26, 2024. Barnett and Lammers participated in the Best Buddies match party. Lammers said the match party allows all one-on-one matches to meet and hang out with each other.
Autism Awareness Month plays crucial role in reducing stigma, promoting inclusivity
In light of detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, CHS student activists, teachers fear for their safety, the future of free speech
In light of detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, CHS student activists, teachers fear for their safety, the future of free speech
Junior Ivy Wei waters plants in the greenhouse on March 27, 2025. “I think my favorite part of (Gardening Together) is getting to plan and do things with nature at school,” Wei said.
Students, teacher discuss impacts of gardening on students in light of National Gardening Month
Juniors Jafeth Gamez and Yilbert Pico converse with each other on March 6 during SSRT. Gamez and Pico enjoy each other's company and they both quickly become friends after moving to the ESL class.
Multilingual learners struggle against stereotypes, fight language discrimination
Kaitlyn Oshimura competes at the New Balance track and field nationals in Boston on March 13. Oshimura said she hopes to qualify for the event again next year. (Submitted: Kaitlyn Oshimura)
Athlete Spotlight: Junior Kaitlyn Oshimura on competing at New Balance Track and Field Nationals
Red Bull has a winner, and it’s Max Verstappen
Red Bull has a winner, and it’s Max Verstappen
Junior Owen Morton and his father root for different teams during a game between the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts. Morton said it's important to stick to one's favorite teams during both winning and losing streaks. (Submitted: Owen Morton)
More than just a win: how students represent their teams after big games
As the Sweet 16 of March Madness continues, the nationwide basketball tournament excites basketball fans
As the Sweet 16 of March Madness continues, the nationwide basketball tournament excites basketball fans
Senior Ayla Abbasi completes a dive at a meet. Abbasi said she aims to complete as much of her homework as possible during school in order to balance her difficult coursework with her practice schedule. (Submitted: Ayla Abbasi)
Athlete Spotlight: Senior Ayla Abbasi on college diving and commended graduate award
We need to discuss the dangers of toxic masculinity on the Internet
We need to discuss the dangers of toxic masculinity on the Internet
What happened to theater etiquette? [opinion]
What happened to theater etiquette? [opinion]
Beginning and Intermediate Dance students practice dance team skills during class on March 27. Junior Jenna Jarboe said, “My dance class is my B1 (class) so I start my day with it. It’s like a warm-up to being at school, and it just feels like a class that I’m not stressed about."
Dance classes offer more than just an opportunity to move
Reality television’s consequences on the lives of real people
Reality television’s consequences on the lives of real people
Comic Con JAM
Comic Con JAM
Seniors Saesha Saha and Akshaya Lingala demonstrate their invention. They designed a personalized massage machine to alleviate wrist pain.
Q&A with seniors Akshaya Lingala and Saesha Saha on Innovate WithIN competition
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool's Day memory?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool’s Day memory?
Sophomores Luke Choi (left front), Michael Yuan (left back), Ruth Ahn (right back), Stephanie Tan (right center), Chelsea Meng (right center) talk about their investment strategy. They gathered at the weekly FinXed club to review their final report.
Q&A with sophomore Chelsea Meng on the Wharton Global High School Investment Competition
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Junior Veronica Farrell interacts with a Carmel Elementary School student at her after-school job on April 30. Farrell said one of her favorite parts of her job is helping kids make crafts.
Q&A with junior Veronica Farrell and senior Zoey LaFollette on experiences working with elementary school students
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Junior Sriyesh Sirineni works on his Integrated Marketing Campaign paper on Feb. 16 for upcoming DECA competitions. Sirineni said his motivation for DECA comes from the opportunity to travel to California and the social aspects during competitions.
Q&A with junior Sriyesh Sirineni on DECA competitions
Sophomores Luke Boyce and Hannah Sevening rehearse for their duo musical act on Jan. 17. They prepared for the upcoming Indiana State Thespians Conference on Jan. 19-20.
Q&A with sophomores Luke Boyce, Hannah Sevening on Theater, competing at the Thespian State Conference
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool's Day memory?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite April Fool’s Day memory?
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: March Madness
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Humans of CHS: The Unsent Project
Month In Review: March 2025
Month In Review: March 2025
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Litebox Special Feature: Mr. Carmel 2025
Ambassador members perform their show, 'Road to El Dorado', at the dress rehearsal for 'An Evening of Show Choir' on Mar. 3. The show will take place Mar. 6.
Evening of Show Choir Photo Gallery
Month In Review: February 2025
Month In Review: February 2025
Month in Review: January 2025
Month in Review: January 2025
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 22
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 16
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 6
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 3
Connections: April 2
Connections: April 2
Connections: March 13
Connections: March 13
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: April 24
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: March 27
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: January 15
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 9
Crossword: September 9
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: April 14
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 24
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 13
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: March 6
Mini Crossword: February 24
Mini Crossword: February 24
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 23
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 22
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: April 2
Wordle: March 20
Wordle: March 20
Wordle: March 13
Wordle: March 13
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 18
Word Search: April 3
Word Search: April 3
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Word Search: March 18
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Word Search: March 7
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Word Search: February 24
Quiz: What Snapple tea are you?
Review: A return to mediocrity: “Back in Action” is a clumsy attempt at spy comedy [MUSE]
Ethel Cain’s Perverts is off-putting and deeply disturbing in the best way possible
Ethel Cain’s Perverts is off-putting and deeply disturbing in the best way possible
Review: “The Immortal Soul Salvage Yard:” A criminally underrated poetry collection [MUSE]
Review: “The Immortal Soul Salvage Yard:” A criminally underrated poetry collection [MUSE]
Review: "Dog Man" is Unapologetically Chaotic [MUSE]
Review: “Dog Man” is Unapologetically Chaotic [MUSE]
Review: "Ne Zha 2": The WeChat family reunion I didn’t know I needed [MUSE]
Review: “Ne Zha 2”: The WeChat family reunion I didn’t know I needed [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: "When I Fly Towards You", cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Review: “When I Fly Towards You”, cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Review: "Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie," departure from original show [MUSE]
Review: “Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie,” departure from original show [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Hidden Love" is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Hidden Love” is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Heartstopper" is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Heartstopper” is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 3: Kelly Fulk
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 2: Prachet Sowale
Carmel Eatery EP 3: Is Sun King Carmel Truly All-Ages Friendly?
Carmel Eatery EP 3: Is Sun King Carmel Truly All-Ages Friendly?
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 1: Ella Williams
Humans of CHS: Letters to your Kindergarten Self Ep. 1: Ella Williams
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie's Carmel the new place to go?
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie’s Carmel the new place to go?
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[Photo] Student musicians use social media as platform to promote musical careers

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May 19, 2016
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[Photo] LIGHT BRIGHT: Ben Scholer

15min
May 19, 2016
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[Photo] FURY ON WHEELS: Chloe Wiser

15min
April 21, 2016
KEEPING UP THE PACE: Senior Ben Veatch runs along the track at practice. Veatch said he believes that, due to their hard work, the team will reach state and receive deserved recognition for their efforts. KYLE CRAWFORD // PHOTO

[Photo] RUNNING DOWN THE COMPETITION: Men’s track and field team hopes to defend State title

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April 21, 2016
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[Photo] Let’s Develop a Game: Christopher Oyer

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April 20, 2016
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[Photo] Students weigh advantages, disadvantages of modern spring musical

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April 21, 2016
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[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: CHS nd.battle 2016

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April 18, 2016
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[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: Intramural Basketball Championship

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April 18, 2016
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[Photo] Jazz Ensembles to showcase at upcoming performance Jazz Expressions

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March 18, 2016
WARMING UP: Zoe Woods, varsity tennis player and junior, practices at Carmel Raquet Club. Woods and her teammates have been working hard to get back in shape for their potentially history-making season. KYLE CRAWFORD // PHOTO

[Photo] BUILDING A DYNASTY: women’s tennis team could win fourth consecutive state title for the first time with new coach

sports
March 18, 2016
CONSCIOUS ATHLETE: Men’s varsity basketball player and junior Sterling Brown shoots a basket. Unlike many of his teammates, Brown chooses not use social media. KYLE CRAWFORD / PHOTO

[Photo] Playing the Social Game: Student athletes take precautions on social media in order to properly represent CHS

sports
February 19, 2016
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[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: CHS vs Pike Men’s Basketball

Contributor
February 1, 2016
NOT A STROKE OF LUCK: Senior Claire Adams practices her breast stroke during practice. Adams will be a member of the state team hoping to break the national record for the most consecutive state titles with its 30th consecutive state win. KYLE CRAWFORD // PHOTO

[Photo] Women’s swimming has chance to set national record for most consecutive state titles

sports
January 21, 2016
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[Photo] INNOVATIVE VISION: Senior Vikas Maturi has invented a new way to perform eye injections

15min
January 21, 2016
Helping hand: Senior Kyle Yost stands proudly in front of the CHS men’s basketball uniforms. This will be Yost’s fourth year managing the team. Kyle Crawford // Photo

[Photo] Senior Kyle Yost manages CHS men’s basketball team

sports
December 14, 2015
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[Photo] All in the Holidays: Classic Christmas music, movies remain popular at CHS

entertainment
December 14, 2015
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[Photo] Let’s Get Down to Business

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December 14, 2015
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[Photo] Playing By the Rules: As student athletes mature and gain experience, their opinion and treatment of referees changes

sports
October 9, 2015
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[Photo] Students of Rock: Q&A With Oxford Comma

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September 16, 2015
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[Photo] BEE-HOLD THE BUZZ: Senior Kyle Betelak is a beekeeper

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April 23, 2015
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[Photo] SPREADING THE WORD: Senior Abby Abel serves on the Special Olympics National Youth Activation Committee (YAC)

15min
March 20, 2015
Senior Drew Greene has filled out his March Madness bracket using formulas. Greene said he has ended up around the 98th percentile previously.

[Photo] Against the Odds: CHS Students Attempt To Make Perfect Brackets Despite Low Odds

sports
February 20, 2015
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[Photo] THE GIRL ON FIRE: Junior Amy Hanners performs flaming stunts

Beats
February 20, 2015
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[Photo] SCIENCE PIONEER: Senior Rishabh Kumar performed award-winning biophysics research

15min
January 22, 2015
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[Photo] THE ‘KING OF INSTRUMENTS’: Junior Joseph Huang plays the pipe organ

15min
December 12, 2014
Senior Ben Thatcher holds his snowboard. Thatcher started snowboarding at the age of 10 and said he likes the adrenaline he gets from the sport.

[Photo] X-tremely Popular

Author Archives
December 12, 2014
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[Photo] A NOVEL HOBBY: Senior Ari Roberts has been writing a fantasy trilogy

15min
November 14, 2014
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[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: Football Sectional vs Fishers

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November 3, 2014
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[Photo] THAT’S MY VOICE: Senior Makenzie Hart played the voice of Young Jock in “Jock the Hero Dog”

Beats
October 10, 2014
TOUCHDOWN BOUND: Quarterback and junior Michael Viktrup attempts to score a touchdown during the Homecoming game against Pike on Sept. 12. Carmel won the game 48-21.

[Photo] Ready for Revenge

Author Archives
October 10, 2014
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[Photo] The Show Must Go On: Second place does not dampen marching band’s enthusiasm for championships

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October 10, 2014
Clutching a loose ball, senior Chrishan Fernando holds up his prize to the world. Fernando helped CHS beat Pike 564-0 in the Homecoming football game Feb. 21. KYLE CRAWFORD / PHOTO

[Photo] PHOTO ESSAY: Homecoming Football Game

Contributor
September 17, 2014
The Cross Country team competes at a meet. The team plans on continuing their streak of winning State this year. PHOTO / KYLE CRAWFORD

[Photo] New Coach, Same Goal: men’s cross-country team attempts three-peat

Author Archives
September 12, 2014
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[Photo] It’s 9/11. It’s also my birthday. Freshman Gabi Rivera was born on Sept. 11, 2000.

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September 11, 2014

[Photo] #ALSICEBUCKETCHALLENGE TRICKLES THROUGH CARMEL

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September 11, 2014
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[Photo] Never forget. 9/11 is a day of remembrance and respect.

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September 11, 2014
STUDIO FUN: In the Studio Theater, director and senior Kinsey Erickson directs rehearsal for the upcoming Studio One Acts. The acts will include four one-act, comedic plays.

[Photo] Coming to a Theater Near you: Studio one acts to run from Sept. 25 to 27

entertainment
September 23, 2014
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[Photo] Sophomore Cameron Lindley plays soccer for the U.S. U-17 National Team

Beats
May 31, 2014
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[Photo] Gender Equality. Directors should give women more protagonist character roles in the film industry.

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April 24, 2014
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[Photo] Photo of the Day

Author Archives
March 13, 2013
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[Photo] Junior Alanna Rader is a singer/songwriter

15min
March 27, 2014
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[Photo] Photo Galleries

Author Archives
March 13, 2013
Junior Jessica Earnhardt displays some of her handmade jewelry and crocheted items. Earnhardt says she loves working with her hands and has too many creations to keep. KYLE CRAWFORD / PHOTO

[Photo] Junior Jessica Earnhardt runs her own business, Pretty Shiny Ware

15min
January 23, 2014
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[Photo] Central Indiana has many winter activities to offer

entertainment
December 13, 2013
Sam Milstone flagpoles on a tree. Milstone has learned many unusual skills such as flagpoling, eating glass and breathing fire. CRAWFORD / PHOTO

[Photo] Senior Sam Milstone eats glass

15min
October 11, 2013
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