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Students gathered in the gymnasium for the fair.
Career Fair Helps Students Pursue Their Own Path
Prism flyer pictured above.
Students Perform In Annual Prism Showcase
Prom King Christopher Garcia dances at prom.
A Night of Elegance; A Royale Affair Prom 2025
Mr. Jay Dunn, who is leaving at the end of the school year, directs the Winter chorus Concert.
UHS Chorus Wraps Year with Heartfelt Performances 
Coach Carrington pictured in front of the UHS bleachers.
Football Team Welcomes Coach Carrington to the Cougar Family
Rebirth is the seventh film and sixth sequel in the extensive Jurassic Park franchise.
Jurassic World: Rebirth Serves As A Satisfactory Sequel
"The Pitt" is available to stream on Max and Roku.
Hit Medical Drama The Pitt Is Well Worth the Watch
A Minecraft Movie has surpassed $800 million in global box office revenue.
A Minecraft Movie Is A Fun and Frivolous Watch
PIctured above is a behind-the-scenes look at the highly anticipated Stardust Racers ride.
Universal Orlando Presents Highly Anticipated Park: Epic Universe
This joint tour has garnered over $108 million so far.
Tyler, the Creator Headlines Orlando With Chromakopia tour
Flag Football Team Further Develops Their Skills This Season
Flag Football Team Further Develops Their Skills This Season
Varsity Boys Baseball Keeps Swinging This Spring
Varsity Boys Baseball Keeps Swinging This Spring
Girls softball players celebrate during a recent game.
Softball Team Pushes Forward with Determination
Girls Track and Field Shows Great Stride in Improvement
Girls Track and Field Shows Great Stride in Improvement
Boys Track and Field Team pictured on the move during a meet.
Boys Track Team Races Toward Florida State Championship
In the U.S. an estimated 11.4% of children have ever been diagnosed with ADHD, and 6% of adults have a current diagnosis. (CDC)
Discoveries In ADHD Research Lead to Breakthroughs In Treatment
This indispensable current flows clockwise from west to east across Antarctica. It is the world's only global current.
The World’s Strongest Ocean Current at Risk of Failure
Students in Sarasota pictured protesting DeSantis signing of DEI legislation.
DEI Program Ban Will Affect Employment on a National Scale
My aunt's home after returning to Gaza City, destroyed by Israeli airstrikes.
Palestinians Return Home to Mass Destruction
James Earl Carter Jr. was born on October 1st, 1924 in Plains, Georgia.
Remembering Our 39th President: Jimmy Carter’s Legacy
Boys Waterpolo
Boys Waterpolo
Varsity Softball
Varsity Softball
Varsity Flag Football
Varsity Flag Football
Boys Lacrosse
Boys Lacrosse
Boys Varsity Volleyball
Boys Varsity Volleyball
National Guard seen on the National Mall, a popular tourist spot.
National Guard Deployed to Washington D.C.
An Indian soldier on the bank of Dal Lake in Srinagar, India.
India–Pakistan Diplomatic Crisis Escalates Further
Satellite high school students rally in support of Ms. Calhoun.
Teacher Fired After Using Student’s Preferred Name
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is facing growing backlash over allegations involving the Hope Florida scandal.
Florida House Abruptly Ends Probe into DeSantis Admin
Photo released by the Vatican reveals the Pope resting at his funeral.
Vatican Announces the Passing of Pope Francis
Candace Falls visits the grave of her daughter Nevaeh Crain and granddaughter Lillian Faye Broussard in Buna, Texas.
Abortion Ban Places The Lives of Women In Jeopardy
Sammy Lahik, 18, died in a car crash on March 1st.
Tragic Orlando Crashes Claim Young Lives, Urging Safe Driving
If made HHS secretary, Kennedy could rollback vaccine efforts across the country.
RFK Jr. Is Not Only Unqualified; He’s Dangerous.
Under Florida Law, schools do not have to teach sex education to students.
OCPS Introduces Sex Education Plan Outlining Abstinence
On July 10th, The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act.
Don’t Save the SAVE Act

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Ashton Young, Staff Writer

   Ashton Young is currently a Senior at UHS, and this is his third year writing for The Torch. He is an officer for the Quill & Scroll Honors Society. Some of his hobbies include hiking, visiting national or state parks, photography, and reading.

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National Guard seen on the National Mall, a popular tourist spot.

National Guard Deployed to Washington D.C.

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
August 18, 2025
Rebirth is the seventh film and sixth sequel in the extensive Jurassic Park franchise.

Jurassic World: Rebirth Serves As A Satisfactory Sequel

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
August 18, 2025
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is facing growing backlash over allegations involving the Hope Florida scandal.

Florida House Abruptly Ends Probe into DeSantis Admin

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
May 3, 2025
One of the wolf pups (Romulus) pictured at five months old.

The Legendary Dire Wolf Returns, Or Does It?

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
April 18, 2025
Cote pictured with his $180,000 scholarship check.

Meet Gavin Cote: $180,000 JROTC Scholarship Recipient

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
April 17, 2025
It remains unknown just how severe this loss of life will be for the American agricultural industry.

U.S. Honeybee Population Suffers A Steep Decline

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
April 10, 2025
Boys Track and Field Team pictured on the move during a meet.

Boys Track Team Races Toward Florida State Championship

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
April 1, 2025
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and JD Vance pictured in the foreground of the photo alongside President Trump.

U.S. Officials Accidentally Leak War Plans Over Text

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
March 27, 2025
UHS Dance Team pictured in the gymnasium during their Feb. 21 performance.

Dance Team Earns Second Place At East Side Competition

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
February 28, 2025
An upside-down U.S. flag hangs as a protest at Yosemite's El Capitan. An upside-down American flag is typically reserved as a sign of distress or extreme emergencies.

Overflow of Federal Layoffs Hit National Parks

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
February 27, 2025
Dave King voices a neckbearded figure who in most series would be merely a kooky-side character, In “Common Side Effects,” he is a central hero.

Common Side Effects Is A Wry-Dive Into Healthcare

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
February 13, 2025
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addresses his nation following negotiations with US President Donald Trump.

Trump Agrees to Pause Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
February 7, 2025
Pete Hegseth at his confirmation hearing on January 24th.

Trump’s Recent Cabinet Nominees Spark Discussion

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
February 4, 2025
If made HHS secretary, Kennedy could rollback vaccine efforts across the country.

RFK Jr. Is Not Only Unqualified; He’s Dangerous.

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
January 21, 2025
As of January 8th, California has reported 38 cases of H5N1 avian influenza, Washington state 11, and Colorado 10.

First Bird Flu Death in U.S. Reported in Louisiana

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
January 8, 2025
Protesters hold up signs that read "Step down President Yoon Suk Yeol" as people and lawmakers attend a rally in Seoul. Credit: REUTERS/Kim Hong-Ji.

South Korean President Yoon Attempts Military Coup Of Government

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
December 10, 2024
Jones pictured speaking to reporters outside a federal courthouse in Houston.

Satirical Paper ‘The Onion’ Buys InfoWars In Bankruptcy Auction

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
November 20, 2024
Governor Ron DeSantis speaks out against Amendment 4 earlier this year.

DeSantis Spends $50 Million In Taxpayer Funds to Attack Amendments

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
November 5, 2024
Universal Studios celebrates 48 days of fun-filled fear this year.

Halloween Horror Nights 2024 Does Not Disappoint

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
October 31, 2024
Smoke billows over southern Lebanon following Israeli strikes, amid ongoing cross-border hostilities between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, as seen from Tyre, southern Lebanon, Monday, September 23. (Credit: REUTERS, Aziz Taher)

At least 564 Killed & 1,835 Injured In Israeli Strikes On Lebanon

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
September 29, 2024
Despite Alien Romulus’ relatively small $80 million dollar budget, it has gone on to gross $290 million dollars and counting.

Alien: Romulus Is A Chest-Clenching Addition To The Alien Franchise

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
September 11, 2024
Varsity Baseball Improves This Season

Varsity Baseball Improves This Season

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
May 21, 2024
Meet The 2024 FFA President: Olivia Barton

Meet The 2024 FFA President: Olivia Barton

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
May 16, 2024
The series has been confirmed to coincide with the game, even continuing storylines and factions, such as the Brotherhood of Steel.

Fallout Is How You Do a Video Game Adaptation

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
May 2, 2024
Iranian missiles are intercepted by Israeli missile defense systems.

Iran Launches Retaliatory Attack on Israel With Over 300 Drones And Missiles

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
April 17, 2024
Senior Sarai Gonzalez-Parchment performs during The FFCC competition.

UHS Hosts FFCC Regional Competition

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
April 5, 2024
Experts estimate that the lake is set to disappear in the next 5 years

The Great Salt Lake: Why is it Shrinking and Why is it Important?

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
March 13, 2024
Disney Princesses take to the stage in Disenchanted to tell their stories and set the record straight.

Disenchanted is Daringly Hilarious

Cricket Wainman and Ashton Young
March 4, 2024
Players work together in co-op extraction missions that decide the outcome of a real-time, community driven galactic war.

Helldivers 2 is a Chaotically Fun Time

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
February 27, 2024
Students enjoyed a field trip that included a visit to a construction site.

Construction Career Day: Another Option For High School Graduates

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
February 14, 2024
Local paramedics came to school to help teach CPR skills to students on World Heart Day.

Junior Ethan Fowler celebrates a goal against East River High School.

Boys Varsity Soccer Slams Lyman

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
January 24, 2024
Local paramedics came to school to help teach CPR to students on World Heart Day,

[Photo] UHS Teaches CPR for World Heart Day

January 25, 2024
Researchers have found microplastics deep in lungs and in the bloodstream, findings that could spur more research into health consequences of the tiny specks.

Majority of Meats Contain Microplastics, Study Reveals.

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
January 12, 2024
Construction on the campus began over the summer.

Under Construction OTC East Campus to Open in Late 2024

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
December 4, 2023
Five Nights At Freddy's earns over 250 million at the global box office and is now available on streaming services.

Five Nights At Freddy’s Is A Compelling Callback To Fandom

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
November 14, 2023
Police secure the area where a gunman opened fire, killing 18 people.

Maine Shooting Leaves 18 dead, 13 more injured

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
November 6, 2023
Jack, played by senior Robert Myers, shares his plan to strike with the other 'newsies'.

Newsies is Another Student Crafted Hit

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
October 24, 2023
OCPS’ new phone policy went into effect earlier this school year on June 1st, despite backlash from students.

OCPS Phone Policy is Just a Cheap Attempt to Satisfy DeSantis

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
October 13, 2023
Nipah virus (green) has a 40-75% fatality rate.

Indian Nipah Virus Outbreak Leaves Kerala State on Lockdown

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
September 20, 2023
Viera High School's football team engages in practice.

The Hazards of Hazing

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
Police work to hold back crowds in Union Square Park after over 3,000 people showed up to get free electronic devices that were promised by Twitch influencer Kai Cenat.

Twitch Streamer Arrested Following Union Square Riot

Ashton Young, Staff Writer
August 17, 2023
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