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Five spooky books to read this fall

Five spooky books to read this fall

Alba Selle, Staff Writer October 16, 2023

“The Secret History” By Donna Tartt A popular dark academia novel, this psychological thriller has resurfaced in the past years for its captivating story and plot. The book revolves around Richard...

Pumpkin Spice Latte (by Kaylah Curley)

What is the threshold for pumpkin spice?

Tessa Kassoff, Opinions Editor September 15, 2023

No scent pairs better with the turning colors of the leaves, one we associate with the fall season. This aroma can be added to your favorite latte, cold brew, cookies, and maybe even candles and soaps....

Read our top recommendations for classic, fall-themed shows below! (Graphic by Cailyn Murphy and Sara Meade)

Top picks for classic, binge-worthy fall shows

Cailyn Murphy and Sara Meade November 11, 2022

  This autumn season is a great time to cozy up and watch a good show! Unfortunately, picking a show often proves to be difficult, so we have compiled a list of our top five favorite fall shows...

The Iced Apple Crisp Oat Milk Macchiato (via Starbucks.com)

Fall-ing for Starbucks

Mara Statie, Staff Writer October 15, 2022

Since its opening in 1971, Starbucks has been a fan favorite for many years now and is well-known for its fresh roasted coffee beans, tea, and spices gathered from around the world. As fall is rapidly...

Fall fashion in focus

Fall fashion in focus

Victor Kidwell and Madison Keelen October 10, 2022

Lasso reporters Madison Keelen and Victor Kidwell went through the halls of Meridian High School searching for students and faculty who were getting into the fall spirit. We asked them to tell us about...

A Look into Octobers Best Films

A Look into October’s Best Films

Petra Jones November 2, 2021

Over twenty new movies came to streaming services and theaters this past month. But what's on the must-watch list?  No Time To Die  First off is the 27th movie in the James Bond franchise, "No...

Molly Moore and Abby Crespin took on an important autumnal task: finding the Lukes Diner of Falls Church City.

Finding the Luke’s of the Little City

Abby Crespin and Molly Moore September 28, 2021

Calm, coffee, and conversations all define Luke's Diner from the sensational show Gilmore Girls. Those three descriptors encapsulate the classic diner we searched for in our own Falls Church City. Gilmore...

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Need comfort food? Fall dessert recipes to try

Ella Gilmore, Staff Reporter November 8, 2020

You don’t have to be a master chef to cook up some great seasonal treats. With Halloween just around the corner, now is the perfect time to bake some classic fall-themed desserts and snacks, while also...

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Pumpkin spicing things up

Isabel Costa and Clara Kasik October 26, 2020

Fall in Falls Church is finally here, and along with Halloween window painting and colorful trees, we have another favorite sign of the season: pumpkin flavored food. We tried out as many pumpkin flavored...

Zendaya and Hunter Schafer in Euphoria

Need a new show to binge? We’ve got you covered

With busy nights of homework and the cool fall months upon us, there's nothing better than spending the weekend relaxing with your favorite show. But many of us spent the spring and summer days binging...

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Online school can be stressful – relax with these local activities

Hedda Jagerskog, Staff Reporter September 16, 2020

With month seven of quarantine fast approaching, and it’s safe to say that by now, most of us feel quite bored of our surroundings. How many more times can we grab food at the same places, hike the same...

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Individual successes give Mason golf a bright future

Laura Whitaker, Editor-in-Chief November 29, 2016

George Mason’s varsity golf team saw tremendous growth in their record, 4-3, up from 1-5 last year thanks to the team’s unity and collaboration among new players and returners alike.   “It’s...

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