With this mini-issue, we’ve got both good and bad news.  The good: we are pleased to announce that the Coca-Cola Company is now sponsoring The Hurricane Nation—so look out for various Coke-related advertisements and content in the following pages!

Unfortunately, the bad news is pretty bad: we are sad to report that beloved AP US History and ICONS teacher Mr. James will retire at the year’s close. Check out the article for teacher and student tributes.

On lighter notes, we have reviews of concerts, plays, and movies, as well as a take on New York Fashion Week for those of you more sartorially inclined.  Much of the issue is written in the spirit of April 1st, but the cover story on texting and driving takes a more serious tone—check it out for information on the law, the associated risks, statistics, and why teens do it (despite often understanding the risks involved).

As always, feel free to chime in on what you read or what you want to—email us at thehno@gmail.com or leave a comment below.

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