Samantha Trout –– Co-Editor-in-Chief (12)

Aside from being an avid Chipotle burrito enthusiast, part-time guitar player, and amateur journalist for The Roaring Times, Samantha Trout had one great fear: that one day, she’d have to write a clever biography about herself and have nothing to say. The time has come.
For this serious lack of individuality, Sam–an eclectic seventeen-year-old who spends her days longboarding, surfing Facebook, and editing this marvelous website–apologizes.

Students Reap the Rewards of ‘Every 15 Minutes’

Samantha Trout, Co-Editor-in-Chief (12)
April 5, 2012

Every other year, Pitman High School participates in an effort against drunk driving with a moving presentation called, “Every Fifteen Minutes”. The idea of this program is to discourage students from irresponsible drinking and driving by simulating the tragic aftermath of an alcohol-related... (more...)

Introducing Lindsey Buckingham, Solo Artist

Samantha Trout, Co-Editor-in-Chief (12)
November 2, 2011

The crowd buzzed. Hummed. As a mismatch of old and young, well-dressed and casual, disinterested and nauseatingly enthusiastic, they had not been forced to wait the agonizing hours until the pretentious appearance of an overpaid performer. This was Turlock Community Theater, after all. ... (more...)

“I’m Sorry” You Missed the Play: You’ll Have to Read About It

Samantha Trout, Co-Editor-in-Chief (12)
November 1, 2011

PHS Drama changed things up this semester by starting out with a big production, as opposed to the anti-drug “Smoke Out” play that normally kicks off the school year. I’m Sorry the Bridge Is Out, You’ll Have to Spend the Night—aptly named for its major conflict—entertained and at... (more...)

Bucking Tradition: Small Businesses Turn Profitable

Samantha Trout, Co-Editor-in-Chief (12)
September 14, 2011

The throng of red and grey refused to disperse even as I angrily pedaled up the hillside, circling the stadium and several hotdog vendors. To my left stood a man, drenched in visible sweat, crying, “Buckeye necklaces! Get your buckeye necklaces! Three for ten dollars,” indicating the... (more...)

House of Reps Plans Future of “Planned Parenthood”

Samantha Trout, Co-Editor-In-Chief
April 13, 2011

It is true that in an ideal world, abstinence is the only effective way of preventing pregnancy and STD’s; however, we do not live in an ideal world. For most teenagers who, for whatever reason, become sexually active during high school, few legitimate resources exist to provide sex education... (more...)

Student Dive-bombed By Rogue Seagulls

Samantha Trout, Co-Editor-In-Chief
April 1, 2011

On Tuesday, March 29, an unsuspecting freshman student headed for the cafeteria at the wrong time, when a flock of rogue seagulls dive-bombed him from above, resulting in severe trauma and head injuries. The student, who prefers to remain anonymous due to emotional scarring, reported the... (more...)

Punk Cabaret, Pomplamoose and Provocateurs

Samantha Trout, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 28, 2011

Attired in their typical lingerie, flowers, bowler hat, and baggy baseball pants, the Dresden Dolls bounded onstage late on New Year’s Eve. Without introduction, the band (consisting of pianist Amanda Palmer and drummer Brian Viglione) dove into their set list with the eerie line, “I... (more...)

Pitman Drama: A Quarter in Review

Samantha Trout, Co-Editor-in-Chief (11)
November 22, 2010

Pitman High School’s drama department had a fantastic turnout of student productions in the first quarter, with three student-directed plays, and two student-choreographed dances. Having a large group of students working together in unison requires dedication and cooperation by everyone... (more...)