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The Student News Source of Sparkman High School

The Crimson Crier

The Student News Source of Sparkman High School

The Crimson Crier

Vee Lewis

Vee Lewis, Opinion Editor

All content by Vee Lewis
Sen. Tommy Tuberville is known for comments that incite controversy.

Senator Once Again Incites Negative Views

By Vee Lewis, Opinion Editor March 27, 2024

As American citizens, we have several rights that we abide by, the most important being the First Amendment which lists our freedoms of speech, press, assembly, petition and religion. Emphasizing the last...

Senior Reviews Grammy Award Winning R&B Album

Senior Reviews Grammy Award Winning R&B Album

By Vee Lewis, Opinion Editor March 4, 2024

It has officially been a year since R&B artist, SZA, released her second studio album “SOS”. With 23 songs, “SOS” introduces a new part of SZA, allowing listeners to get a more in-depth version...

The Seniors of the Crimson Crier pose with their awards and advisor Erin Coggins

Staff Brings Home Multiple Awards From State Convention Once Again

By Bria Howard, Website Editor February 9, 2024

On Feb. 2, the Crimson Crier attended the Alabama Scholastic Press Association conference (ASPA) at the University of Alabama. Along with the CC, the Senator Yearbook and Silhouette Literary Magazine also...

Super Bowl Preview

Super Bowl Preview

By STAFF February 9, 2024

Every year when the National Football League (NFL) kicks off, all 32 teams are competing for a national title in the Super Bowl. This year, it will be a battle between the Brock Purdy led San Francisco...

Senior Highlights Struggles in Accommodations for Plus Size People

Senior Highlights Struggles in Accommodations for Plus Size People

By Vee Lewis, Opinion Editor January 8, 2024

In today’s diverse society, it is crucial to ensure that every individual, regardless of their size or body shape, feels included and supported. With plus size people, this can be a hard task to accomplish,...

Senior Reviews Newest Edition of Hunger Games Movie

Senior Reviews Newest Edition of Hunger Games Movie

By Vee Lewis, Opinion Editor December 4, 2023

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is a movie adaptation of the fourth Hunger Games book by author Suzanne Collins. The story takes place from the perspective of Coriolanus Snow, the future president of...

Juniors love for Animals Shows in Art

Junior’s love for Animals Shows in Art

By Vee Lewis, Opinion Editor November 14, 2023

Several students have different types of talents, whether that be sports or singing. One of these many talents though includes Junior J.J. Lohof who likes to draw and paint, specifically cats and dragons. Lohof...

This new congressional map caused an uproar that led to the interference of the Supreme Court.

Supreme Court Rules On Alabama’s Newest Congressional Map

By Vee Lewis, Opinion Editor September 15, 2023

In a country where voting is the foundation for our political offices, discrimination should be completely out of the question. However, just because laws are set does not mean that they are followed and...

Screen-clip from the new movie, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.
             Courtesy of Paramount Pictures

Student Gives First Hand Review of New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie

By Vee Lewis, Opinion Editor September 1, 2023

Another adaptation of the classic story of the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, TMNT: Mutant Mayhem” shows a more kid-like perspective with the voice actors of the turtles actually being child actors. “Mutant...

Coach Craddock leads his team through practice as they prepare for the upcoming games of the season.

New Volleyball Coach Aims to Enhance the Teams Capabilities

By Vee Lewis, Opinion Editor August 28, 2023

As volleyball season begins, the volleyball team is starting this year with a new coach, Austin Craddock. Craddock played volleyball in high school and college, competing against D1, D2, D3 and several...

Illustration by Olivia Lake

Junior Shares Viewpoint on Trump Indictment

By Vee Lewis, In-depth Editor May 15, 2023

The words rang through his head, the final sentence, the finishing touch, the phrase that proved that he could get away with anything. The words “not guilty” left the judge’s lips, causing a wide...

Behind The Scenes Look: The Little Mermaid

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor April 1, 2023

Junior Warns Dangers of Being Overly Trusting

Junior Warns Dangers of Being Overly Trusting

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor January 12, 2023

Like siblings, if you spend time with your friends long enough you may happen to get into arguments from time to time. These arguments can vary from sharing food to different opinions about certain topics....

Sophomore Shares Love of Shoes

Sophomore Shares Love of Shoes

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor January 10, 2023

When it comes to the latest shoe trends, teenagers are usually one of the first to get a head-start on collecting them. Before people can get a look at the shoe online, they are already sold out. When...

The Effect High School Has on Students

The Effect High School Has on Students

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor November 17, 2022

Some people do not want to admit it but high school is exhausting. Waking up early in the morning, getting ready and getting to school by 8 am, sitting through 90 minute classes/lectures until 3:30, then...

Student Reviews School Production of Puffs

Student Reviews School Production of “Puffs”

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor November 9, 2022

Puffs, a new perspective of the infamous Harry Potter story, focuses on the three main characters Wayne, Oliver and Megan in their journey through the seven years of Hogwarts from the Hufflepuffs perspective....

Basketball manager Blair Williams and wrestling and football manager Peyton Majors are important parts of the teams they work with. Without them the team wouldnt be the same.

Sports Managers Explain Their Purpose

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor October 12, 2022

Every sport has its own set of people behind the scenes, such as coaches and sports managers. Coaches are often applauded for leading their team to victory, but the role of sports management is often overlooked....

Top Ten: Natural Hair Products

Top Ten: Natural Hair Products

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor September 28, 2022

Eden Bodyworks Coconut Shea Curl Defining Creme: This curl defining cream has coconut oil and shea butter, ensuring the best moisture for all types of curls and coils. PROS: Very defining, a great...

Junior Bids a Heartfelt Goodbye to The Queen of England

Junior Bids a Heartfelt Goodbye to The Queen of England

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor September 21, 2022

On Sept. 8, Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully in her home at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Her son, Charles III, took her place as the King of England. On Sept. 19, her coffin was lowered into a vault...

Junior Talks Theatre Huntsvilles Upcoming Events

Junior Talks Theatre Huntsville’s Upcoming Events

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor September 7, 2022

Coming up on its 25th year, Theatre Huntsville’s 2022-2023 season is filled with laughter, drama and a good time.    Dreamgirls Sept. 16-25 An award winning 1981 Broadway show, the...

Going through the decorations, SGA adviser Katie Brewer picks out one of her favorites.

Mardi Gras Chosen For Dance Theme

By Vee Lewis, Indepth Editor September 1, 2022

Planning what to wear to any event can be stressful. You have to consider what event you’re going to, what the premise is, who is going to be there, etc. When it comes to events like homecoming, planning...

Student Explains Story Behind HOCO Date

Student Explains Story Behind HOCO Date

By Vee Lewis, In-Depth Editor August 23, 2022

Last week, SGA announced that the date for the homecoming dance will be Sept. 3 and the homecoming football game will be Sept. 9. After the announcement, conflicts rose between students about the date,...

Candidates Try For MCBOE Positions

Candidates Try For MCBOE Positions

By Vee Lewis, Reporter May 5, 2022

Shaw Chris Shaw has been the current principal of Madison County’s Sparkman High school for seven years. Shaw has 35 years of experience, including being the principal of two different schools in...

PRO: Mandated Vaccines Help Save Lives

By Vee Lewis, Reporter January 25, 2022

As new COVID variants continue to emerge, eventually spreading into the U.S, the urge for people to get vaccinated and the development of booster shots have significantly increased. Because of the unvaccinated...

Blocking out, sophomore Jalei ONeal prepares to bounce on the rebound.

Sophomore Talks Mid-Season Play

By Vee Lewis, Reporter December 17, 2021

Crimson Crier: How have you been feeling about the season so far? Jalei O’Neal: I’m feeling really good about the season so far. I think we have a lot more to come and that we haven’t shown our...

The Sparkman boys bathroom missing all of the mirrors

TikTok Trend Takes Privileges From All

By Vee Lewis, Reporter September 22, 2021

Dear TikTokers, thank you for ruining the right for high school students all across the country to go to the restroom unsupervised.  With the Devious Lick challenge overtaking our student body, an...

Debunking the Vaccine Myths

By Vee Lewis, Reporter September 22, 2021

As millions of vaccines are being given out and the amount of vaccinated people is increasing by the day, it is important to be aware of how COVID vaccines actually work and how they can effectively prevent...

Going over the music scale with her second period class, new choir teacher Sharon Acray settles into her new position.

New Choir Teacher Shares Her Background in Music

By Vee Lewis, Reporter August 20, 2021

Crimson Crier- How many years have you taught? Shana Acray- Um, in the school year this is only my third year. I went back and got my Bachelor’s degree in education a few years ago. Before that, I’ve...

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