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Hands-Off rally, Washington, DC Protesters rally around D.C.'s Washington Monument for the Hands Off Movement on April 5, 2025. (Taken by G. Edward Johnson, uploaded on Wikipedia under CC by 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2025-04-05_Hands-Off_Rally_Washington_DC_13-18-50_1.jpg)
National Guard Deployment in Washington D.C.
September 22, 2025
Ovechkin (2)- From challenger to record-breaker, Ovechkin made hockey history with every shot leading up to his 897th goal.
NHL Breaking Barriers: How Hockey’s Biggest Names Created History 
May 22, 2025
Pope Leo XIV makes his first public appearance standing at the central loggia of St. Peter's Basilica after his declaration as the 267th Head of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025. Image sourced from Flickr, Creative Commons by NC-ND. Link: https://www.flickr.com/photos/catholicism/54506387286/
The Passing of Pope Francis
May 22, 2025
Refugee Reintegration. Syrian refugees at a clinic in Ramtha, Northern Jordan (Taken by Russell Watkins/Department for International Development for Creative Commons License).
Syrian Refugees: Reintegration
May 6, 2025
Palestine supportive protesters march down streets and demand for a ceasefire. Sourced from the Organization of World Peace (OWP).
The Three-Stage Gaza Ceasefire: Shattered
May 6, 2025
 The 2022 World Cup  
February 7, 2023
Turns to the West  
February 7, 2023
Seoul’s Halloween Tragedy
February 7, 2023
Venezuelan Anti-Immigration Protests 
February 7, 2023
Mass Shooting in Buffalo, New York
February 7, 2023
Statewide Mourning. Coffins of President Raisi alongside his comrades during their funeral ceremony in Mashhad, Iran. (Photo Credit: Iranian Presidency Office, uploaded by Free Malaysia Today for Creative Commons License)
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi Killed in Helicopter Crash
February 4, 2025
Syria's fall has left a nation in ruins and millions exiled with an unpredictable future ahead. Found in Creative Common License
The Fall of Syria
February 4, 2025
The map depicts the electoral college results from the 2024 presidential election. Photo credits to Wikimedia
February 4, 2025
Iran urges Muslim nations to cut ties with Israel post 2024 conflict, as highlighted by the Organization for World Peace. source: the organization for world
Israel and Iran Conflict
February 4, 2025
From fame to controversy, Sean Combs, better known as P. Diddy, dominates headlines after recent scandalous allegations surface. In March 2024, the music mogul fell from fame and found FBI raiding his house due to his growing allegations and convictions. Source: Wikimedia Commons-- Cannes Moments: Sean Combs Reveals the Secrets of CÎROC's Success Author-- Cannes Lions Learnings
P. Diddy: Arrest
February 4, 2025
The Grind of A Student Athlete
The Grind of A Student Athlete
September 22, 2025
Ovechkin (2)- From challenger to record-breaker, Ovechkin made hockey history with every shot leading up to his 897th goal.
NHL Breaking Barriers: How Hockey’s Biggest Names Created History 
May 22, 2025
Team captain Regi Beshiri prepares to serve during a match at the Aggies Classic Tournament (Photo taken by Brayden Pahk 12).
Sierra Vista’s Unforgettable Weekend
May 6, 2025
Sierra Vista High's basketball players, coaches, and cheerleaders come together for their post-championship victory.
Men’s Basketball Win Back-To-Back State Titles
March 20, 2025
On Saturday, February 15, 2025, Sierra Vista High School’s wrestling team secured a 4A State Championship win.
Wrestling: One Legacy
March 20, 2025
In response to President Trump's "Securing Our Borders Act," many US citizens feel this policy unleashes hostile and unnecessarily traumatic tragedies across America, ultimately breaking up families and kicking harmless people out of their homes instead of removing the actual criminals that threaten's the safety and welfare of America. Picture Credit : https://warpreventioninitiative.org/peace-science-digest/resisting-authoritarianism/
The Reality of Illegal Immigration
September 22, 2025
The Grind of A Student Athlete
The Grind of A Student Athlete
September 22, 2025
"I do not agree with any of the policies that he has placed for our nation. I believe that there is so much inequality and corruption. Yes, many people migrated here from different countries. Those people mean no harm. They came to the United States to look for better opportunities. They came here to do better not only for themselves but for their families. It is saddening that a man is ruling our nation for the next 4 years. It's only been three months and he is breaking up families, and discriminating against people of color, religion, sexuality, etc. I am personally afraid of what other things he is yet to consider taking action on. They most certainly affect my family. I have so many family members who have migrated here. But, not for the reasons Trump has said they have. They came here to find better job opportunities. Some to get a decent education. And now he wants us to drop everything and leave. My family is very peaceful, they don't have any sort of record, they don't have debt, and they have never committed any crimes. Why do we have to leave while his people are murderers, kidnappers, addicts, living out on streets. Most of the population that is now currently homeless are Americans who were born here, raised here and they don't even try to get better. People are not harmless, the circumstances are. Immigrants including my family should not be put through such harsh punishments like these just because the president is a racist. It is disgustingly obvious he has never shown any compassion to migrants and how things are appearing he indeed won't ever change his mind."- Wendy Bonilla (12)
Immigration Policies
March 3, 2025
47th President. President Trump's official 2025 portrait. (Taken by Daniel Torok for Creative Commons License on January 17, 2025)
Trump v. Constitution (Birthright Citizenship Op-Ed)
March 3, 2025
Puissant President. Incoming President Donald Trump set to be inaugurated on January 20, 2025. (Uploaded by Regfollower for Creative Commons License on November 6, 2024).
Donald Trump’s Re-Election: The Positives
December 18, 2024
After reminiscing on the times past, Tori Pineda (12) sits down in The Post, looking forward to new experiences.
To Freshman, From Seniors: Advice for a Strong Start
May 22, 2025
The sun sets over the beach in Honolulu, Hawaii a favorite destination for Vegas residents.
Summer Plans
May 22, 2025
Makayla Best (10), Julianna Reed(11), Christina Fakoya(11), Anna Yu(10), Hannah Reed(11), Alijah Santiago(11), McKenzie Gidge(11), Mya Quezada(9), and Nora Baltera(10), Sierra Vista's future executive board, enjoy their first official bonding event.
Leading a New School Year: Sierra Vista High School’s New Executive Board 
May 22, 2025
Jason Ford and Farrah Ford (11) soaking in the electric atmosphere of their very first WrestleMania at Allegiant Stadium, April 19th, 2025.
WrestleMania 41 Weekend
May 22, 2025
Seniors Shine at Sunset: A Festival Farewell to Remember
Seniors Shine at Sunset: A Festival Farewell to Remember
May 20, 2025
New Teachers Join Vista Family
New Teachers Join Vista Family
September 30, 2025
With fast hands and intense focus, John Santiago ( 9 ) snagged the win during "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Cup" with one final grab, sealing his victory.
Welcome Back Assembly
September 22, 2025
Class of 2026 Welcomes the Sun with a new year of Possibilites
The Sun Rises Over the SVHS Class of 2026
August 2, 2025
After reminiscing on the times past, Tori Pineda (12) sits down in The Post, looking forward to new experiences.
To Freshman, From Seniors: Advice for a Strong Start
May 22, 2025
The sun sets over the beach in Honolulu, Hawaii a favorite destination for Vegas residents.
Summer Plans
May 22, 2025
"In a post shared on X on September 3rd, 2025, a user expresses intense criticism of the character, Jeremiah Fisher, played by Gavin Casalegno. The tweet, which includes a personal attack, highlighting the emotional intensity and polarization among fans following recent plot developments"
The Summer the Internet Turned Toxic 
September 30, 2025
Merchandise of Krypto, the Superdog, to promote Superman 2025.
Superman a New Legacy
September 22, 2025
Eager audiences around the world anticipate the upcoming movies this summer, including classics such as the live action "Lilo and Stitch", and long awaited sequels like Mission impossible- Final Reckoning. AI created image by author
Summer Blockbuster Preview
May 22, 2025
Masen Mitchell (9) on his third trip to the Minecraft movie describes it as "something he could watch over and over again"
Review: A Minecraft Movie
May 6, 2025
Makayla Pacheco (12), playing Sophie in Mama Mia! faints while performing "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!"
Mamma Mia!
March 20, 2025

The Mountain Lion Messenger

The Mountain Lion Messenger
Farrah Ford

Farrah Ford, Entertainment Editor

Farrah Ford is a senior and a second-year journalist for the Mountain Lion Messenger. Farrah enjoys writing articles about pop culture and social emotional wellness.  Outside of journalism, Farrah enjoys hiking and journaling.

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"In a post shared on X on September 3rd, 2025, a user expresses intense criticism of the character, Jeremiah Fisher, played by Gavin Casalegno. The tweet, which includes a personal attack, highlighting the emotional intensity and polarization among fans following recent plot developments"

The Summer the Internet Turned Toxic 

Farrah Ford and Gabriella Frey
September 30, 2025
Jason Ford and Farrah Ford (11) soaking in the electric atmosphere of their very first WrestleMania at Allegiant Stadium, April 19th, 2025.

WrestleMania 41 Weekend

Farrah Ford, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2025
Just a glimpse into the blossoming and creative Gardening Club's farmers market hosted on April 22nd.

Spring into Growth

Farrah Ford, Staff Reporter
May 6, 2025
Dr Marino shares, "The warning signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can be changes in emotion (or affect) such as feeling down, or sad most every day, low energy, craving carbohydrates and overeating,sleeping too much, difficulty concentrating, feeling hopeless or worthless, and even suicide ideation. SAD is also an issue with spring and summer seasons, and is often called summer-onset seasonal affective disorder. Warning mood changes in the coming Spring Forward in time change to look for may include trouble sleeping, changes in appetite, weight changes, anxiety, feeling more irritable than usual"

Chasing the Sun: Shedding Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder

Farrah Ford, Staff Reporter
March 3, 2025
The remains of a neighborhood in Kharkiv, Ukraine ( Photo taken by Kharkiv Regional State Administration on January 25th, 2024 ) Attribution: Kharkivoda.gov.ua

Early Morning Russian Invasion

Farrah Ford, Staff Reporter
February 4, 2025
Wednesday, December 4, Alex Vegas (9) and Ashton Vega (9) dress as Santa Clause for twin day.

 Vista’s Festive Holiday Spirit Week

Farrah Ford, Staff Reporter
December 18, 2024
Get in, we're going trick or treating! Shelby Choi (11) and Julianna Lipparelli-James (11) have turned our high school into a runway as they strutted around the school in their viciously pink outfits. Choi, being The Princess that lacks the pea and Lipparelli-James being Aerith from Final Fantasy.

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