Stories

The Shops Around the Corner

By Presleigh Johnson Public History is everywhere. Whether it’s signs all over St. Augustine, reenactments, or surf culture exhibits, the Oldest City is a treasure trove of history. Being a Flagler College student is one of the best ways to learn about the St. Augustine…


Hrda making a name for herself with Flagler tennis

By Hannah Duffey For Luisa Hrda, coming to the United States gave her an opportunity to showcase her talents in a way that was not possible in her home country. In Germany, only 1.52 million people play tennis, compared to soccer where more than 6…



Words of hope for those reintegrating from incarceration

By Keeli Scarlett For many formerly incarcerated individuals, reintegrating into society can prove itself to be a tough journey. That’s why some Flagler College students are sending encouraging words to those on the long road back. Flagler College Student Government Association’s Public Service Committee held…


Free Arlo: A Star Emerges From L.A.

By Gabby Alfveby Musicians are everywhere but aren’t always discovered. Free Arlo is a musician from San Pedro, California near LA.  Free Arlo is a stage name used by musician Chance Famighetti. Famighetti didn’t always enjoy music. “I was forced to read music and I…


Afghanistan Depicted Wrongly

By Gabby Alfveby It’s been more than a year since the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan after the U.S. pulled the rest of its troops out, leaving many of the Afghan people and the country devastated by harsh conditions, war, and an authoritarian regime. But Afghan-Americans,…


North Korea: Escaping is Nearly Impossible

By Gabby Alfveby A society where corpses lie in the streets, the concepts of love and friendship aren’t known, and a dictator is a “hero”; this is North Korea. Western societies live luxurious lifestyles compared to North Korea. Americans and even their close South Korean…



Deforestation in St. Johns County – How Lives are Impacted

By Megan Churchill Environmental issues due to human impact on the Earth are growing in number and severity; pollution, deforestation, and extreme weather due to climate change, threaten the life and livelihood of people around the globe. In St. Johns County – one of the…


Finding Flagler: A Journey Deeper Than Basketball

By Nicholas Leo After getting kicked off his first college team and taking a two year break from basketball, Chase Fiddler received a phone call giving him one more shot on the court. Fiddler played with Kip Owens in his time at the University of…