Whether it was tricking the newspaper staff into eating cricket-protein brownies or facing persecution from my peers after I called their dog a wet tissue, Charcasm has made these past three years quite...

The smell of butter fills the air as you pile into a dimly lit auditorium with your friends. Popcorn kernels crunch beneath your feet as you contemplate the perfect place to sit. But just as the roller...

Strolling through the beach in a full face of makeup and an evening gown may get you a few weird looks, showing up to the grocery store with a new perm would be strange, and getting long acrylic nails...

Long gone are the days of quarantine where we spent perfecting our sourdough starters and testing the best banana bread recipes. We have hit a stage where trying out the newest food trend seems like too...

From the beginning, I knew this recipe was not going to be great. It was not practical and  I did not understand how you would get the satisfaction of cookie dough with two teaspoons of maple syrup to...

This recipe is so weird, but it was everywhere, so I knew I had to try it. Lizzo is known for spreading the word on good vegan food, and this is her latest recipe. Basically just a bowl of berries and...

In between the super cheesy pasta and the steak wrapped in sheets of butter, diet TikTok has grown in popularity. Nutritionists and doctors have flocked to the site to spread their wisdom and warn you...

With basic ingredients and little skill level required, it is no wonder the feta pasta has become the largest food trend since dalgona coffee. It has a dozen different varieties and when I went to get...

One flip vote could change everything.  And it did, at a quickly scheduled meeting on March 1, when the Seminole County Public School Board named former SCPS school board attorney Serita Beamon as...

Whether it is a pierogi from Poland, dim sum from China, empanadas from South America, gyoza from Japan, or even Italian raviolis, there is one thing every region of the world has in common: they all have...

Girls in short sequined dresses stand frigid in the cold January air , unsure what to do as music blares through the football stadium loudspeakers. Vibrant spray painted circles cover the field with students...

The flashy headline on the newest post from your grandpa reads that the world is doomed and will end in 12 days. The only way to stop it is to subscribe to WeeklyDigest for a small fee of $10 per month....

12-year-olds from the show “Dance Moms” tour the globe making seven-digit salaries, “X-Factor” forced five boys to form a friendship that changed the term boy band forever, and the original “Celebrity...

Hot sauce is the Golden Fleece of the culinary world. It has the ability to transform any dish into divine excellence. People with a high spice tolerance understand the importance of the sauce, but with...

Nothing beats the smell of a freshly toasted bagel. The aroma is enough to risk burnt fingertips while trying to safely extract the golden ring out of a smoking toaster. It is worth it for a perfectly...

As the superior dessert, ice cream is nothing to play around with. One soupy scoop of mocha chip can ruin the treat forever. However, Martin's Dreamery Creamery, an ice cream parlor recently opened on...

Rummaging through the fridge to find a snack, you find a container of Walmart-brand raspberries. Excited over the possibility of a smoothie, you open the container only to be greeted with a thin layer...

The first day I drove to school, and every day since then, I have parked in the front row of the red parking lot in the tenth spot left of the main entrance. I used to arrive at the dimly lit lot every...

After digging through the freezer,  you find a box of sugar-free popsicles leftover from last summer under the bag of frozen peas. One remains in the box, wrapped carefully in white plastic. After close...

The person to your right has been gone all week. Your third-period teacher was teaching from home while you watched her from the classroom. Rumors have been swirling throughout campus, making speculations...

Taylor Swift has turned this “Cruel Summer” into one that has fans ready to “Begin Again.”  On July 23 she announced her surprise eighth album “Folklore,” and it is one of her best works yet....

With businesses and schools being closed due to the coronavirus, many of us find ourselves stuck at home with nothing to do. Some may flock to game consoles or bookshelves to help pass the time, but more...

COVID-19 FAQ's The Hagertyjourn staff will answer questions over the next few weeks about the Coronavirus and its impact both globally and locally. In round one of FAQ's, we answer general questions about...

Keep up to date with our scrolling feed of Coronavirus news and links: COVID-19 FAQ’s, vol. 3 May 26 - The HagertyJourn staff answers more frequently asked questions based off of information given...

COVID-19 FAQ's The Hagertyjourn staff answers more frequently asked questions based off of information given from principal Robert Frasca, Oveido’s Mayor Meagan Sladek, and the College Board Principal...

Between volunteering for honor societies and the long nights spent glued to Khan Academy desperate to bring up an SAT score another 20 points, building a college application has turned into a 12-year experience....

In a crowded chamber room filled with a patient audience, sophomore Sana Yooseph walks up to the podium as her name is called over the dated sound system. A panel of five stares  back at her as she gathers...

When coming home from a long day of work or school the last thing you want to do is head to your nearest department store in search of a last minute birthday present for a loved one. In an era of online...

If you travel deep enough into hell, all the way to Dante’s ninth layer, you might run into the devil’s home office. There is a lot in there; a couple souls in a jar, gel pens that dry out as soon...

Bernie's is a cafe that provides gourmet food to take home to family.

De La Vega is a Spanish fusion restaurant that packs a punch with its flavors. Just like a tapas bar in Spain, De La Vega’s menu is made up of a collection of appetizers and cocktails. The swanky lounge...

A canadian steakhouse isn't something you see every day, but Le Celier was a pleasant surprise. This is a great special-occasion spot to go with the family. The steak is some of the best you will ever...

Cafe Rio provides a new take on traditional Mexican food and drink. They have a variety of meats that will leave the family satisfied. I recommend the sweet pork quesadilla with a side of chips and queso....

When you think of a landlocked suburb of Orlando, sushi is the last thing that comes to mind, but Sushi Pop has changed that. The edgy lounge and bar is designed to look the part of a modern Japanese anime,...

At first, Fire on the Bayou sounded like a Western song my grandpa listens to while he reads the newspaper. By the time I figured out it was a restaurant it seemed like the last place I wanted to go, but...

Bernie's is a cafe that provides gourmet food to take home to family.

In the midst of rioting chaos, the Joker emerges from a police car with makeup running down his face, his newly green hair is slicked back, and it is the perfect moment that makes you feel like you are...

Virtual school is every student’s dream. No homework, work at your own pace and you can do it all in your pajamas. What more could an overwhelmed high school student ask for? However, love is not enough...

Veggie burger-most people picture a lump of black beans and some quinoa smashed together in an attempt to create a sad version of a patty. Not many would picture a sizzling juicy medium-rare “burger”...

The Youth Advisory Council partnered with the drama department to organize “Oviedo’s got Talent,” a local talent show open to the community. The event will be held in the auditorium on May 23 at...

If there was a list of the most hated inanimate objects in the U.S. the alarm clock would top it. Commonly mistaken as a form of torture, these devices have faced their fair share of animosity. Although...

Mayonnaise, you either love it or hate it, there is no grey area. Tolerating mayonnaise is like thinking black licorice is just okay. It is not okay, it is a sin, unlike the super adaptable, unapologetically...

January is like one big reset button. It’s a time to throw out the eggnog and grab a coconut water. Gyms become life-size sardine cans with eager people dying to start their new exercise routines.  For...

The lights were out and the spotlight focused on sophomore Olivia Martin who stood nervously on the outskirts of the stage. With her dress clutched tightly in her fists, Martin traveled toward center stage....

The weather in Morocco was scorching hot. Sophomore Charles Ellis searched relentlessly for something to drink, but all he could find around him were photographers and birds pecking at specks of popcorn...

Picture Sam Momary stadium filled. Teachers and students alike all crowding in ready for the event to begin. The stadium lights shine brightly and the concession stand is crowded. Everyone's attention...

Crickets are not typically associated with food.  Crickets smell like dirt and they look like something that you just picked off the heel of your shoe, and not many people know that that heel dirt is...

Microwaves are amazing. A microwave can create a s’more with just a tap of a button, no campfire necessary. Plus they allow for YouTube videos like “I Just Microwaved my Phone **shocking**” and “Microwaving...

A former executive chef from Lake County expected to create a new culinary classroom in a former computer lab while simultaneously teaching students a fresh curriculum could be called a tough transition;...