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The student-run online newspaper for Starr's Mill High School

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Joslyn Weber

Joslyn Weber, Editor

Senior Joslyn Weber is a three-year member of The Prowler staff. She is an editor.

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Album cover for Harry Styles third studio album, “Harry’s House.” The album promotes the freedom of creativity in the music industry through tone shifts and the introduction of brand-new musical elements.

Music must change

May 24, 2022
Promotional poster for Marvel Studios’ latest miniseries, “Moon Knight.” Listen to Editor Joslyn Weber and Staff Writer Addie Ellison discuss the final episode and their thoughts on how “Moon Knight” will impact Marvel’s storyline going forward.

About last knight

May 10, 2022
Psychiatric restraints meant to bound patients. In the season finale episode of “Moon Knight,” fans get an overview of the gods relationships with their avatars as well as a sneak peek of the third alter in a very special end-credits scene.

Episode 6

May 7, 2022
Album cover for “Tango in the Night” by Fleetwood Mac, which features “Little Lies.” Lead vocalist Christine McVie’s resounding vocals paired with the sparkly feel of the song heightens feelings of bliss in any person who listens to “Little Lies.”

Quick Hit with Joslyn Weber

May 2, 2022
Statue of the Egyptian god of the Nile, Sobek. Episode four of “Moon Knight” focused on Layla’s past life and her relationship with Marc and Steven, as well as including a mind-bending twist at the end.

Episode 4

April 22, 2022
Sophomore Austin Sellers (5) celebrates with teammates after a three-run homerun in the bottom of the third inning. After a single by senior first baseman Alex Ukleja (14), the Starr’s Mill Panthers won 9-8 against Northside-Columbus, the team’s second-straight walk-off win.

Winning streak continues as Sellers, Ukleja lead Panthers to win

April 21, 2022
Promotional poster for the annual senior one-act plays. The drama department presented five shows directed by their seven seniors. “Senior shows just give all of our seniors the opportunity to kind of explore directing and move on from being in these high school productions into what it would be like in the professional world and kind of owning up to that leadership,” senior Morgan Burgess said.

SOAPS make a splash!

April 18, 2022
Marvel Studios’ poster for episode two featuring the golden scarab. The golden scarab was an underlying theme throughout the episode and was revealed to play a huge part in both Harrow’s and Khonshu’s overall plan involving the search for Ammit’s tomb.

Episode 2

April 9, 2022
Promotional photo for Harry Styles’ new single, “As It Was.” While feeling just like home to most fans, the song also brings in a new element to Styles’ discography and highlights painful themes of loneliness and change. “As It Was” is the first single distributed in preparation for the launch of Styles’ third album “Harry’s Home” on May 20.

Not the same ‘as it was’

April 2, 2022
Marvel Studios’ “Moon Knight” promotional poster. “Moon Knight” originally aired on March 30 on Disney+. The story follows Steven Grant, a man with DID, who has two alters who can channel the powers of ancient gods.

Wednesday knight knews flash

April 1, 2022

Coach’s Corner

March 30, 2022
Around the Mill

Around the Mill

March 23, 2022
Junior second baseman Evan Harrah prepares to hit the ball. Due to a lack of hitting and struggling against Northgate’s batting late in the game, the Panthers lost 6-2. Starr’s Mill is now 1-3 in region play.

Panthers struggle at the plate, fall to Northgate 6-2

March 17, 2022
With a brand-new track, both in size and banking, as well as a modernized and revamped Next-Gen racing car, NASCAR race weekend holds many unknowns both for fans and drivers. Race weekend will also include action off the track, with concerts, fireworks, and plenty of up-close and personal track opportunities for fans.

Atlanta Motor Speedway ready for action-packed weekend

March 14, 2022
Staff Writer Mary Davis sits with writer and director Adam Marcus at the Renegade Film Festival in Marietta. Horror movies have been around for years and as the world changes, the horror genre is forced to change with it. Almost every horror film touches on real-world topics in one way or another. They bring taboo topics to light and force people to talk about them, allowing others who struggle with these topics to feel safe in even the scariest movies.

Broccoli beneath the ice cream

March 11, 2022
Prowler student journalists have been given the opportunity to return to Atlanta Motor Speedway to cover NASCAR race weekend March 18-20. It is the first time that student journalists have returned since March of 2020.

Starr’s Mill student journalists returning to Atlanta Motor Speedway

March 4, 2022
Sophomore pitcher Drew Richardson delivers a pitch. After going against tough competition at the beginning of the season, the Panthers continued the trend and defeated the Hillgrove Hawks, 8-5.

Panthers defeat 7A Hillgrove, nearing region play

March 2, 2022
The cast of “Pippin” pose onstage. For their annual musical, the Starr’s Mill drama department chose “Pippin,” a performance that showcases musical talent as well as circus and silk aerobic acts and includes the audience at every possible moment.

A night of exhibition and excitement

February 28, 2022
Nutrition and food science pathways teacher Adriah Williams is currently reading “How the Word is Passed” by Clint Smith. The book takes an insider look at how the topic of slavery is dealt with in everyday life and brings to light the essential role that slavery has played in the history of the United States.

Panther Reads

February 25, 2022
Senior Christine Jackson sits in the studio. Late last year, Jackson released her new song “Money Showers” on Soundcloud. As her first professionally released song, “Money Showers” was inspired by many artists like Travis Scott and Jack Harlow.

Senior Christine Jackson releases song on Soundcloud

February 11, 2022
Sophomore Sunny McQuade stands behind two McIntosh defenders. McIntosh defense hindered the Lady Panther ability to score, allowing the Lady Chiefs to build a comfortable lead in the second half and win 52-40. With the end of the Lady Panther season and four seniors leaving, the younger members of the team will have to lead Starr’s Mill into the 2022-2023 season.

Formed for the future

February 10, 2022
Junior Aleena Soto stands on senior Henry Ravita as part of the drama department’s multiple acrobatic acts. For their annual musical, the drama department has chosen to perform the frame story musical “Pippin,” complete with aerial silk aerobics and other circus acts.

Pippin: performance with a purpose

February 9, 2022
Sophomore Sunny McQuade awaits a teammate’s free throw attempt. After multiple attempts to close the gap and capitalize over Whitewater’s lead, the Starr’s Mill Lady Panthers lost 62-52. Despite back-to-back baskets during the third quarter, the team’s slow energy hindered their ability to get a leg up over the Wildcats’ lead.

Energy is the enemy

February 9, 2022

Coach’s Corner

February 3, 2022
Guitarist Alex Lifeson and bass player and frontman Geddy Lee stand on stage during a concert. Lee’s distinctive nasally and clean vocals make Rush what it is - the essence of progressive rock.

Rush

January 28, 2022
All members of Dirty Honey include Marc LaBelle on vocals, John Notto on guitar, Justin Smolian on bass, and Corey Coverstone on drums. The band’s sound can be characterized by a basic rock sound that almost sounds country-like, with the added raw and raspy vocals of LaBelle.

Dirty Honey

January 28, 2022
All members of Guns N’ Roses stand on stage after a concert. Most known for “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” the band is known for their distinct style of aggressive rock-and-roll.

Guns N’ Roses

January 28, 2022
Frontman Jay Buchanan sings on stage during concert. The one thing that sets Rival Sons apart from the rest of the influx of rock bands popping up is the uniqueness of their albums. Each album holds its own storyline and basket of characteristics.

Rival Sons

January 28, 2022
As the sole members of Royal Blood, Mike Kerr on bass and Ben Thatcher on drums have created a legacy in just 11 years. Most known for “Figure It Out,” with over 100 million streams on Spotify, Royal Blood is creative in every way, shape, and form possible for musicians.

Royal Blood

January 28, 2022
Lead singer Robert Plant and lead guitarist Jimmy Page stand on stage. As one of the most influential bands in rock-and-roll history, Led Zeppelin has changed the course of music since their debut in the ‘60s.

Led Zeppelin

January 28, 2022
Lead singer and frontman Josh Kiszka stands on stage. Greta Van Fleet is an up and coming band bringing rock-and-roll to a new generation. They have been compared to many other artists including Led Zeppelin, Guns N’ Roses, Rush, and more.

The rise of classic rock in a new generation

January 28, 2022
Senior Jaclyn Hester looks for an open player. At Saturday afternoon’s game against McIntosh, Hester made history and broke the schools all-time scoring record. It was previously set at 1,602 by 2020 graduate Alice Anne Hudson.

Hester breaks all-time scoring record

January 26, 2022
Senior Jaclyn Hester (22) moves the ball up the court as a Northside player defends. Despite multiple attempts to capitalize on the Patriot lead, the Starr’s Mill Lady Panthers lost 74-55.

Northside dominates second half, defeats Lady Panthers 74-55

January 24, 2022

January 21, 2022
U.S. history teacher and varsity boys basketball coach Joshua Reeves sits at his desk with “To Kill A Mockingbird” by Harper Lee. The book focuses on racism in the 1930s and how a small family navigates the struggle between right and wrong in the South.

Panther Reads

January 20, 2022
Promotional poster for “Spider-man: No Way Home.” With the introduction of former Spider-men and their original villains, as well as a teaser for the next few Marvel movies, Marvel uses the past to establish a lengthy future for its cinematic multiverse.

Three generations, four new movies

December 17, 2021
Senior Carrie Consolino brings the ball up the court. In their second region game of the season, Starr’s Mill lost to the McIntosh Chiefs 43-29 despite attempts to push back against the Chief defense.

Lady Panthers lose to Lady Chiefs in second region game

December 10, 2021
Junior Matthew Little (left), playing radio show host, Freddy Filmore, and junior Jacob Love (right), playing Clarence the Angel, stand in front of the microphone. For their Christmas show, the Starr’s Mill drama department presented “It’s A Wonderful Life” in the form of a radio show.

On the air and live on stage!

December 7, 2021
Sophomore Sunny McQuade attempts a free throw. With the final shot to tie the Lady Panthers and the undefeated Heard County Braves, McQuade launched the game into overtime. Starr’s Mill lost 45-42 in a tense, close battle to the finish.

Lady Panthers lose to Heard County in tense, tough overtime battle

December 6, 2021
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

December 3, 2021
Promotional poster for “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Starr’s Mill drama department will perform “It’s A Wonderful Life” as a radio show live and on stage at 7 p.m. in Duke Auditorium on December 2, 3, and 4.

Bells, wings, and brand-new things

November 30, 2021
Thankful for KICs

Thankful for KICs

November 19, 2021
Out of four schools who appealed last week’s region alignments, Hapeville Charter was the only school who will move out of Region 4-AAAA. Fayette County, North Clayton, and Riverdale High Schools all appealed but were denied.

GHSA reviews region alignment appeals

November 18, 2021

Coach’s Corner

November 18, 2021
Sophomore Brooke Godown (20) dribbles the ball down the court. “Later on, if we see them next time in the season, I think wed come out with a different attitude,” Godown said.

Calhoun Lady Yellow Jackets capitalize in 3rd quarter, defeat Starr’s Mill 46-33

November 17, 2021
Earlier this week, Principal Allen Leonard and athletic director Shane Ratliff filed an appeal with GHSA to move Starr’s Mill from AAAAA to AAAA. GHSA approved the motion 11-7. The change will go into effect in the 2022-2023 school year.

Starr’s Mill wins appeal, will move to AAAA in 2022

November 12, 2021
Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides (left) in “Dune” and as Zeffirelli (right) in “The French Dispatch.” Chalamet’s portrayal of contrasting characters in both films released within a week of one another shows his immense talent and his value as an actor in the movie industry.

Top-tier talent

November 8, 2021
Movie release poster for “Eternals.” Along with stunning visuals from director and Academy Award winner Chloé Zhao and an incredibly diverse cast, Marvel’s “Eternals” gives fans a new revelation on the effect of streaming shows and whether or not they hinder an audiences’ ability to sit down and watch a movie.

Time, space, and a whole lot of questions

November 7, 2021
Harry Styles runs across the stage holding the Pride flag during his “Love on Tour” concert night in Atlanta. Being one of the real and true artists of this generation, Harry Styles has become an influence to people everywhere, teaching others to love and accept themselves for who they are through his music, wardrobe, and performances.

Music needs more artists like Harry Styles

November 5, 2021
Starr’s Mill softball team poses with the GHSA championship trophy after defeating Northside-Columbus 9-0 in five innings. The Lady Panthers used their team motto of “less” to lead them through the playoffs, not losing a single game en route to capturing the first softball state title in school history.

‘Less’ is more

November 3, 2021
Spooky, scary KICs

Spooky, scary KICs

October 31, 2021
Panther Perspectives

Panther Perspectives

October 29, 2021
Starr’s Mill drama department celebrates their first place win after performing “The Great Gatsby” in the GHSA One-Act region competition. “[Winning region] means the absolute world to me because I just love this cast and I really wanted this for them… and my fellow seniors,” senior Olivia Price, who played Jordan Baker, said.

Can’t repeat the past? Why of course you can!

October 26, 2021
Senior pitcher Lili Backes prepares to throw a pitch as senior outfielder Sydney Blair watches. The Lady Panthers swept Jackson County 7-0, 5-2 in round two of the GHSA state playoffs.

Load the bus

October 23, 2021

Coach’s Corner

October 14, 2021
Senior Henry Ravita, playing Jay Gatsby, and junior Alexis Weist, playing Daisy Buchanan, stand on stage. For their yearly One-Act the Starr’s Mill drama department has chosen to perform “The Great Gatsby.” The play will be a retelling of events from F. Scott Fitzgerald’s book, “The Great Gatsby,” and will be performed in the region One-Act competition on October 23.

Old sport, new show

October 10, 2021
Cover art for American singer-songwriter MAX’s new single, “Butterflies.” The song features Iraqi-Canadian singer Ali Gaite and was created out of Max Schneider’s decision to renew his vows with his wife. With a soulful and emotional feel, the song expresses what its like to fall in love over and over again from Schneider’s point of view.

Butterflies for love

October 1, 2021

Coach’s Corner

September 16, 2021
Tribute in Light as seen from the East Village in Manhattan on the 10th anniversary of 9/11.

Panther family shares memories on 20th anniversary of 9/11

September 11, 2021
Back from break with KICs

Back from break with KICs

September 10, 2021
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Coach’s Corner

August 28, 2021
Senior centerfielder Sydney Blair bats against Northgate. “Once we see better pitching and we get more comfortable in the box and some people get more comfortable in their new positions and the line-up, it’ll come,” varsity softball head coach Peyton Dean said.

Panthers strand two twice, lose 2-0 to Northgate

August 26, 2021
Brand new C. Jay. Smith Memorial Skatepark as its finishing touches were being built. The skatepark has been fully finished and was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Friday. The city of Newnan will host a grand opening ceremony on August 21 from 1 to 5 p.m., featuring demonstrations, food trucks, live music, and more.

New skatepark opens in honor of C. Jay Smith

August 17, 2021
Lady Panthers gather to talk to senior pitcher Lili Backes (99) before a pitch. In a 6-1 loss, Backes gave up six runs on nine hits with eight strikeouts total.

Starr’s Mill loses to Whitewater 6-1 after tense 3rd inning, lightning delay

August 16, 2021
Kicking off KICs

Kicking off KICs

August 15, 2021
Album cover for the collaborative EP named “Texas Sun.” Created by both R&B artist Leon Bridges and musical trio Khruangbin, the song features notes of soul and comfort. “Texas Sun” is the perfect homage to the nostalgic feeling felt by the cross-state drive through the group’s home state of Texas.

Quick Hit with Joslyn Weber

August 9, 2021
Frontman Tyler Joseph and drummer Josh Dun hold copies of their new album, “Scaled and Icy.” Released on Friday, their sixth studio album brings optimism to the music industry during dark times while concluding frontman Tyler Joseph’s intricate and detailed storyline that spans four albums.

Light in the dark

May 24, 2021
Principal Allen Leonard sits at his desk with “Gang Leader for a Day” by Sudhir Venkatesh. The book goes through a sociological study focused on the function of Chicago street gangs within the urban poor societies.

Panther Reads

May 23, 2021
Screenshot from Twenty One Pilots’ music video for “Choker,” featuring frontman Tyler Joseph and drummer Josh Dun. Released on April 21, “Choker,” features distinct influences from their first two albums “Self-Titled” and “Regional At Best.” Along with these influences, “Choker” continues Twenty One Pilots’ reputation of breaking away from mainstream norms in the music industry.

New Twenty One Pilots single breaks away from industry norms, returns to origins

May 6, 2021
Freshman Nash Glover is listening to “Levitating” feat. DaBaby by Dua Lipa. The song was released as a remix of Lipa’s original song with the same name, as part of her second album, “Future Nostalgia.”

Panther Tracks

April 30, 2021
U.S. history and AP government teacher Diane Ruane read “Simple Justice” by Richard Kluger as part of an American law class in college. “Simple Justice” takes a look at Brown v. Board of Education’s decision to desegregate schools and the events and people played a part in their decision.

Panther Reads

April 24, 2021
Cover art for the new Twenty One Pilots single “Shy Away” released April 7. In preparation for the release of their upcoming new album, “Scaled and Icy,” “Shy Away” was created with Tyler Joseph’s brother, Jay Joseph, in mind and contains upbeat and energetic sounds.

Twenty One Pilots releases single in preparation for new album

April 14, 2021
Senior Chay Yeager delivers a pitch. Yeager recorded 10 strikeouts while giving up six hits and one walk in the team’s win over McIntosh. Seniors Daniel Courtney and Thad Ector both hit home runs in the 4-2 victory.

Stellar pitching, pair of HRs help Panthers defeat Chiefs

April 1, 2021
Album cover for “Rock & Roll” by The Velvet Underground. Highlighting the impact of rock and roll music on people and musicians in the ‘60s, “Rock & Roll”’s fuzzy vocals and blurry guitar contribute to The Velvet Underground’s classic sound as well as the summer vibe of the song.

Quick Hit with Joslyn Weber

April 1, 2021
Senior defender Connor Marke (7) congratulates senior captain Brookly Muccillo (9) after a goal. Muccillo had two goals and two assists in the team’s 10-0 win against Northside Columbus. The varsity girls defeated the Patriots 4-1 courtesy of senior Chloe Thompson’s hat trick.

Both soccer teams triumph on faculty night

March 23, 2021
Megan Thee Stallion poses with her three Grammys for Best New Artist, Best Rap Performance, and Best Rap Song. The 63rd annual Grammy awards show featured countless talented performers along with many artists who made history.

Feathers, fairy-tales, and firsts

March 19, 2021
Panther Perspectives

Panther Perspectives

March 18, 2021
Promotional photo for Billie Eilish’s new documentary, “The World’s A Little Blurry,” featured on Apple TV+. The documentary shows the writing and recording process of her debut album, and how she balances her professional career and the desire to be a normal teenager.

Apple TV releases documentary featuring Billie Eilish and her journey as a musician

March 7, 2021
Sophomore midfielder and forward Camilo Velez (11) battles St. Pius defender Max Chartier (21) for the ball. In the second half, Velez assisted forward Brooklyn Muccillo’s goal, putting Starr’s Mill up 3-1.

Panthers stay strong, defeat St. Pius 3-1

February 12, 2021
Administrative intern and Starr’s Mill alumnae Christina Rufenacht’s current favorite book is “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho. The book highlights the importance of the process of change and sticking with the pursuit of your dreams.

Panther Reads

January 30, 2021
Junior Marcelo Quinones’ favorite song right now is “End Game” by Taylor Swift. He likes the song because of its pop sound and variety in featured artists.

Panther Tracks

January 24, 2021
Album cover for Olivia Rodrigo’s first standalone single. After starring in “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” Rodrigo has used her talents to release this emotional and captivating single titled, “drivers license.”

Driving toward heartbreak

January 14, 2021
Billie Eilish, who won Artist of the Year at the 2020 Grammys, still holds the record for the youngest solo artist in history to win such a distinguished award. Many fans were angered over the countless artists who were snubbed in the 2021 Grammy nominees list.

Scammys

December 14, 2020
Cover art for Hotel Ugly’s new single “Shut up My Moms Calling.” Released February of 2020, “Shut up My Moms Calling” features an R&B type sound and a deeper meaning past the title.

Quick Hit with Joslyn Weber

November 24, 2020
Photo still from the movie “Stand by Me.” “Stand by Me” was one of the biggest pivotal movies of the ‘80s, along with “The Breakfast Club,” “Beetlejuice,” “The Terminator,” and more.

Top 10 decade-defining movies of the ‘80s

November 16, 2020
Senior Cali Miller’s favorite listen right now is “Train Wreck” by James Arthur. She likes this song because it makes you want to scream your heart out.

Panther Tracks

November 8, 2020
Promotional photo for the new “Golden” music video. The video garnered nearly 30 million views in the first week after its release.

Simply ‘Golden’

November 3, 2020
Current promotional poster for the new movie “Spider-man 3: The Spiderverse.” “Spider-man 3” will feature the three biggest Spider-man actors, Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom Holland.

Exploring the Spiderverse

October 28, 2020
The album cover for Autumn Boy’s debut single. “Let Down” was released near the end of September and carries a grungy vibe.

Quick Hit with Joslyn Weber

October 10, 2020
Written by Tara Westover, the memoir “Educated” takes a look at Westover’s life as she navigates through getting a real education and finding her true self. Westover wrote the book as a way to cope with her childhood and the life decisions she made to climb her way up the education ladder.

Unusually ‘Educated’

September 27, 2020
Netflix continues to cancel its original shows as COVID-19 impacts production dates and budgets. Other programs have scheduled final seasons because they are at the end of their production run.

Netflix cancels original shows due to COVID-19 complications

September 14, 2020
Junior Kathryn Lehman’s favorite listen right now is “Treat People With Kindness” by Harry Styles. She likes the song because of its message -- treat people with kindness.

Panther Tracks

August 28, 2020
Cover for the single “Level of Concern,” written by two-man group Twenty One Pilots. “Level of Concern” is just one of the many songs that bring about hope during this global pandemic.

Music industry brings relief in painful times

May 19, 2020
The book “Dry” follows two siblings as they navigate through an intense drought in California that is declared as a national emergency. Despite being released in 2018, the novel is a great reminder of hope as the world works together during the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Desperate and ‘Dry’

April 1, 2020
Conan Gray released his debut album “Kid Krow” on March 20. The album provides listeners with a look at Gray’s own love life, and the ups and downs he encountered in his relationships.

Rising pop star Conan Gray releases curiously chaotic debut album

March 22, 2020
Freshman Lakeyah Ladson listens to “Ocean Eyes” by Billie Eilish. “Ocean Eyes” was one of Eilish’s debut songs as she started her career. The song continues to be a fan-favorite.

Panther Tracks

March 1, 2020
“3 Step Brothers” can be found on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Starr’s Mill alumnae Sofia Quinones-Vilela wrote the book. This was her first published book, and she is currently working on a sequel.

Three’s a crowd

February 29, 2020
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